Basic Skills (NC)
20 courses · Allan Hancock College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Summer 2026 · Fall 2026 · Winter 2027 · Spring 2027
BASK 7002A CBET: Community Based English Tutoring
- Hours
- 90-102 hours
This multi-level English as a Second Language (ESL) course provides practical applications for parent involvement in children's learning and school environment. Topics include home tutoring techniques, creating a home environment conducive to learning, school content by grade level, and locating and utilizing educational resources through technology and community services.
BASK 7003 Reading, Writing, and Math
- Hours
- 32-72 hours
This class is designed to prepare students for the Basic Math and Basic Reading & Writing course for a skill set/curriculum level below 6th grade CA standards.
BASK 7003B Interdisciplinary Basic Skills: Reading, Writing, and Math
- Hours
- 6-36 hours
- C-ID
- N/A
This class allows students to improve upon basic skills in math, reading, and writing. Material is presented through individual, small group, computer-assisted instruction, and tutoring. Accessible software programs include Rosetta Stone, Aztec, and PLATO.
BASK 7004A Supervised Tutoring
- Hours
- 45-51 hours
- C-ID
- N/A
This course provides students with class-specific tutorial assistance, study strategies, self-confidence building strategies, and critical thinking skills necessary for success in the classroom. Students seeking a greater understanding of course material benefit from this small-group environment, which is conducive to skill building.
BASK 7004B Supervised Tutoring
- Hours
- 24-27 hours
- C-ID
- N/A
This course provides students with class-specific tutorial assistance, study strategies, self-confidence building strategies, and critical thinking skills necessary for success in the classroom. Students seeking a greater understanding of course material benefit from this small-group environment, which is conducive to skill building.
BASK 7005 Preparing for the GED Test
- Hours
- 90-216 hours
This course is designed to prepare students for the GED (General Educational Development) tests. Students gain the core knowledge and skills needed to pass each of the four required tests. The content areas covered will be Language Arts-Reading/Writing, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies. Students will also receive instruction in test-taking skills. This course can be applied to obtain a secondary education/high school equivalency exam preparation certificate of competency.
BASK 7005B GED Lab
- Hours
- 48-108 hours
In this open laboratory setting, students receive one-on-one instruction in specific requested area for the GED Exam. Students would have the opportunity to practice test items in: reading, writing, social studies, science, mathematics.
BASK 7006 GED Math Reasoning
- Hours
- 90-216 hours
This course is designed to prepare students for the GED Math test. Students learn math skills and concepts applied to real-life applications and problem-solving strategies. It is primarily intended for, though not limited to, students whose last years of formal education were in high school (9th or higher).
BASK 7007 GED Language Arts
- Hours
- 16-36 hours
This course is designed to prepare students for the GED Reasoning Through Language Arts Test. Students learn reading, writing, and critical thinking skills to effectively pass the test.. It is primarily intended for, though not limited to, students whose last years of formal education were in high school (9th or higher). Students will also learn test-taking strategies.
BASK 7008A Success in College Lab
- Hours
- 45-51 hours
This open-entry, open-exit study lab provides high-risk students with general study skills applicable to specific courses. Students receive tutorial assistance, learn study strategies, and receive assistance to support credit class academic success. Although this lab is designed primarily for the student athlete, anyone 18 or over can attend.
BASK 7009 Social Studies H.S. Equivalency Exam Prep
- Hours
- 16-34 hours
- C-ID
- N/A
This course is designed to prepare students for the Social Studies portion of the high school diploma equivalency preparation course for GED or HiSET. Students learn about Civics and Government, U.S. History, Economics, and Geography sections on the test. Emphasis is placed on learning test- taking strategies and applying thinking skills to analyze tables, charts, diagrams and text.
BASK 7010 Family Literacy
- Hours
- 16-18 hours
Family literacy recognizes adults as a powerful influence on children's academic success and emphasizes bringing reading and writing into the home and making it a family activity. This course presents students with the tools and resources needed to enhance literacy together.
BASK 7011 Basic Math
- Hours
- 32-72 hours
This basic math course is designed to build foundational mathematics skills essential for daily life and workplace tasks, as well as serve as a preparatory step in the math pathway leading to success in the GED Math course. It is primarily intended for, though not limited to, students whose last years of schooling were at the 6th to 8th grade level or for those who wish to review basic math concepts at the elementary level. The course covers basic functions of arithmetic, including whole numbers, fractions, decimals, ratios, proportions, percentages, and an introduction to geometry. This course can be applied to obtain the Basic Skills Certificate of Competency.
BASK 7012 Basic Reading and Writing
- Hours
- 16-36 hours
This course is designed to help students build foundational reading and writing skills for everyday life and workplace tasks. It also serves as a preparatory step within the language skills pathway, supporting success in the GED Language Arts course. The course is primarily intended for, though not limited to, students whose highest level of education was 6th to 8th grade. This course can be applied to obtain a Basic Skills Certificate of Competency.
BASK 7013 GED Computer/Calculator Skills
- Hours
- 16-36 hours
This course is designed to help students develop basic computer skills needed to navigate and respond to the various types of questions found on online GED tests. Students will also become familiar with the editing, monitoring, and control tools used during the exam, as well as learn how to use the GED-compatible calculator. Official practice tests will be taken during this course, as long as the instructor recommends it. This course can be applied to obtain a secondary education/high school equivalency exam preparation - certificate of competency.
BASK 7014 Mathematics Lab
- Hours
- 64-72 hours
In this open laboratory setting, students receive one-on-one instruction in specific requested areas and guided practice sessions on varied mathematical topics. This class is designed as a supplementary lab for students who need additional instructional assistance to successfully complete any Allan Hancock College mathematics class.
BASK 7015 Reading and Writing Lab
- Hours
- 64-128 hours
In this open laboratory setting, students receive one-on-one instruction in specific requested areas of reading and writing. The class is designed as a supplementary lab for students who need additional instructional assistance to successfully complete any reading or writing assignment for an Allan Hancock College class or for a college application.
BASK 7016 Science: High School Equivalency Exam Preparation
- Hours
- 16-34 hours
This course is designed to prepare students for the Science portion of the High School Diploma Equivalency preparation course for GED or HiSET. Students learn skills needed in related texts of Life Science, Physical Science, and Earth and Space Science. Emphasis is placed on learning test-taking strategies and applying thinking skills to analyze tables, charts, diagrams, and text. This course can be applied to obtain a secondary education/high school equivalency exam preparation - certificate of competency.
BASK 7017 Geometry for GED/HiSET Test
- Hours
- 16-34 hours
This course is designed to help students successfully complete the geometry section required to pass the High School Equivalency Exam for GED or HiSET.
BASK 7200 Library Skills
- Hours
- 4-6 hours
- C-ID
- N/A
This noncredit lab course will teach students how to navigate the academic library, how to seek out research counsel from librarians and other library staff and how to evaluate the credibility of information sources. Students will also learn general library etiquette and library research skills. This course allows access to the open access digital resources of the library.