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Special Instructional Programs
Intensive English Program
The Intensive English Program runs year round, offering classes in speaking, grammar, reading, and writing. We also integrate interactive, computer-based language practice and college test preparation into our courses. The goal of the IEP is to develop our students’ proficiency in English and academic preparedness so that after completion of the program, they will be ready to enter college-level courses. Full-time IEP students are in class twenty-four hours per week, Monday through Thursday, while part-time students may take fewer hours. Fridays are reserved for field trips or help from instructors. For more information, contact Barbara Maxfield at 970.339.6200 or e-mail barbara.maxfield@aims.edu. You may also contact Marie Gallegos at 970.339.6675 or e-mail marie.gallegos@aims.edu.
International Programs
By attracting students from all over the world to pursue their studies at Aims, the International Office strives to increase the College’s diversity. Aims has international students from throughout Latin America, Asia, the former Republics of the Soviet Union, and Europe. While attaining a quality education at Aims, international students benefit from the unique opportunity to study abroad at a small, friendly college in beautiful Northern Colorado. In addition, international students bring a wealth of cultural experience to our American students. Because many of our American students have not yet had the chance to travel abroad, taking classes and socializing with international students helps enrich their educational experience and cultural knowledge as well. The connections made between the international students, American students, and Aims faculty and staff broadens everyone’s educational and professional horizons by opening up the opportunity for future cultural exchanges through Study Abroad or Teach Abroad programs and by forging international friendships that can last a lifetime.
Contact Marie Gallegos at 970.339.6675 or marie.gallegos@aims.edu for additional information.
Music Performance
Jazz/Contemporary Ensemble: This instrumental and vocal musical ensemble is open to Aims Community College students and the northern Colorado community. An audition for placement in the ensemble is required. Performance opportunities will be offered on a regular basis. Contact person: Patti Campbell, Music, 970.339.6252.
Additional Programs at Aims Community College
Continuing Education:
Offers customized training, workshops, and seminars for business, industry, and the non-profit sector. For information, call 970.339.6213.
College for Kids:
A summer program that provides learning opportunities in a college environment for students in grades 2-7. This program runs the first two weeks in June and students can register for one week or both weeks. For information, please contact John Dixon at 970.339.6318 or email john.dixon@aims.edu.
Centennial BOCES High School:
Centennial BOCES High School (CBHS), formally known as the Weld County High School Diploma Program or Aims High School Diploma Program, is an alternative school designed to be a resource to school districts and students in northern Colorado. CBHS offers a self-paced, competency-based curriculum that allows students the opportunity to earn a high school diploma and gain knowledge and skills crucial for entry into the workforce or other educational organizations. For information please contact John Dixon at 970-339-6318 or email john.dixon@aims.edu.
General Education Development (GED):
The General Education Development program is offered through the Continuing Education Division. The program helps prepare students for the GED examination. Curriculum is designed around the skills needed to pass the GED examination in reading, math, social studies, science, literature and writing. GED examination is also administered through the Aims Continuing Education Division. The program is held at the Greeley and Fort Lupton campuses. Start any time. Pre-GED assessments are given in order to place students in appropriate levels. Students also have access to computer labs at the Corporate Education Center and Fort Lupton Campus.
For information about GED Test Prep courses call 970.339.6264.
For information about taking the GED test call 970.339.6390
High School Options and Alternatives
Aims works with multiple concurrent enrollment options including the Career Academy and a variety of Dual Credit offerings. These options allow the college to work closely with local school districts to the mutual benefit of both the schools and the students. Research has indicated that students who utilize concurrent enrollment options in high school are more likely to enter and be successful in higher education.
Concurrent Enrollment
Concurrent enrollment is a program that allows high school students the opportunity to simultaneously earn college or vocational credit toward a postsecondary diploma, certificate, or degree that will also count as credit toward a high school diploma. The college classes are offered on campus or through the dual enrollment option. Students must be approved through their high school counselor. Classes are part of the student’s permanent college transcript. Federal and state financial aid is not available for this option. For more information, contact a high school counselor or Gene Meier, 970-339-6662 or gene.meier@aims.edu.
Career Academy Scholarship
Career Academy is not a single program, but a series of partnerships between Aims’ Career and Technical Education office and participating high schools in the Aims service area. The resulting contracts promote career training in programs such as Automobile Collision Repair, Automotive Service Technology, Carpentry, Nurse Aide, Med Prep, Graphics and Communication Media. The contracts provide for a specific number of “seats” each year that are purchased by a particular high school or school district. Based on the recommendations of high school counselors, students are selected to participate. Aims instructors usually teach the classes at Aims. High school students enrolled in Career Academy establish an official college transcript with college credits building toward a career or technical certificate. Tuition, books and most materials are paid for by the school and not the student. Career Academy applies only to a specific list of career or technical certificates, but the number and scope of Career Academy contracts is expected to grow. Federal and state financial aid is not available for this option. Contact Susan Burrows, 970-339-6327 or susan.burrows@aims.edu or Lesli Bicknell, 970-339-6364 or lesli.bicknell@aims.edu for more information.
For more information on Concurrent Enrollment Options: Check with your High School counselor,
Or contact one of the following:
Career Academy:
Lesli Bicknell, 970.336.6364
Concurrent Enrollment:
Gene Meier, 970.339.6662
GED Testing
Colorado GED (General Educational Development) Testing program is offered through Continuing Education. The program is for individuals seventeen years and older who have never been awarded a high school diploma or an Equivalency Diploma.
The GED test makes it possible for an individual to earn a high school credential which affords them the opportunity to pursue higher education or obtain a job or a job promotion.
Upon completion of all five parts of the GED exam, the Colorado Department of Education will mail the individual the Colorado High School Equivalency Diploma.
To inquire about fees, testing days and times or to schedule an appointment for testing, contact 970-339-6390. |