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Graduation 2025
Graduates from the Metro North Adult Basic Education program received their GEDs and adult diplomas in a special ceremony at the Educational Service Center in Anoka on Thursday, May 15.
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Metro North ABE offers GED testing in Anoka and Blaine.
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Nursing schools use the TEAS test to assess students’ knowledge in math, science, English and reading. Prepare with us to TEST YOUR BEST!
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Any adult interested in starting classes with Metro North ABE should fill out our class interest form.
As soon as we can, we will contact you about the next steps to improve basic reading, writing, English language, and math skills, earn a high school diploma or GED, or get ready for college or a job training program.
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Why Adult Education?
New skills, job opportunities and higher pay are just a few of the benefits of Adult Education. Metro North ABE is a proud partner of #MoveAheadWithAdultEd.
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Get your high school equivalency or GED to expand your job opportunities and pay scale.
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Gain new skills that can lead to a better paying job.
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