Most of the boil order for the Hillsboro Campus has been lifted. Only the Student Center remains under the boil order; all other buildings, including Viking Woods, are back to normal operations.

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Adult Education & Literacy

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The Adult Education & Literacy (AEL) program is funded through the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and is the only accredited program in Jefferson County. That is why these classes can be offered at no cost to students. However to maintain funding, it is important that enrolled students demonstrate a commitment to the program with regard to attendance and academic achievement including a pre and post test to measure academic gain.

AEL has so much to offer. Everything from completing your high school education to taking the first steps to your career.

Jefferson College is pleased to be able to provide this opportunity for students to discover their future, and invite potential students to register!

Adult Education and Literacy (AEL) provide adults with the opportunity to:

  • Improve their basic skills
  • Study for the High School Equivalency (HSE). Students are able to choose from the HiSET or GED.
  • Enhance their workforce and college readiness skills
  • Improve English language skills
  • Substitute Teacher and Paraprofessional Certification
  • TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) Preparation. The TEAS is often used as a prerequisite to apply for classes in the medical field.

All classes are offered at no cost to the students; however students may be responsible for any fees associated with testing or applications.

Contact  AEL
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Stevens Amendment Disclosure Statement: LOCAL AEL PROGRAM is supported by the United States Department of Education through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). A total of $174,437.24 or 68 percent, of the program is financed with federal funds, and $82,491.14 or 32 percent, is funded by other sources.

Jefferson College’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is now available. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for Jefferson College. The policy statements address Jefferson College’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, for example, policies for responding to emergency situations and sexual offenses.

This report is available online at: https://www.jeffco.edu/wp-content/uploads/old_files/files/PR/Web/JC_2024_asfsr.pdf

You may also request a paper copy from the Jefferson College Police Department by phone at 636-481-3500 or at Jefferson College Hillsboro-802 Mel Carnahan Drive, Apartment 214, Hillsboro, MO 63050; or Jefferson College Arnold-1687 Missouri State Road, Arnold, MO 63010.