LEWISTON – Lewiston Adult Education is enrolling students for the Winter/Spring College Transition Program, designed for individuals looking to increase their earning potential by earning a two- or four-year degree.

Lewiston Adult Education has recently been awarded a state grant so any GED/high school diploma-holding resident of Androscoggin County accepted to the program may enroll at no cost.

Designed to help students prepare for, get accepted to and be successful in college, the transition program provides a comprehensive review of reading, writing and math in a setting that simulates an actual college environment.

Students who have been away from the classroom for years as well as recent high school graduates benefit from working in a college-style setting before enrolling in college.

The transition step saves students much of the time and energy spent adjusting to the new environment and allows them to better focus on their studies. Students in the program will also visit local college campuses to learn how to take advantage of many of the resources offered by colleges.

Each semester, the course is specifically formatted to meet the students’ needs. The program begins with a basic assessment of the students’ knowledge and skills. The instructor then modifies the structure of the class to lay emphasis on the material that will be most beneficial to the students enrolled that semester. By the end of the course, students will have developed the study habits and time management skills that will work best with their individual learning styles.

Other obstacles unrelated to academics, such as the college application process, financial aid issues and logistical challenges unique to the student will also be addressed.

Roger Guay, instructor, has been involved with higher education and college preparation for over a decade. Guay has extensive experience in academic advising with the University College and UMaine Augusta, the Princeton Review and TRIO, a federal program dedicated to helping first-generation students enter and graduate from college.

Three sections of the transition program are available: 9 a.m. to noon Tuesdays and Thursdays; 12:15 to 3:15 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays; and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesdays.

Classes will begin Tuesday, Feb. 5, at the B Street Community Center to allow for individualized and small group instruction. Interested candidates must contact Elayne Bean at 795-4141 to schedule an advising appointment prior to registration.

Courses are also available for residents who are interested in pursuing higher education, but who may need to fill certain academic prerequisites prior to admission. “Preparation for College Writing,” “Preparation for College Math” and various other math, science and social studies courses will be offered.

Where the College Transition Program serves as a refresher for material already covered, these courses are designed to build a knowledge base in their respective subject areas.

For more information and a full list of courses, see the winter/spring course brochure, visit www.lewistonadulted.org or call 795-4141.