I-BEST

TCC's Integrated Basic Education Skills and Training

What is I-BEST?

Integrated Basic Education Skills and Training (I-BEST) Programs allow you to build skills to college level and earn a college-level professional/technical certificate at the same time. With I-BEST you are able to start on a career pathway earlier.

I-BEST offers a team-teacher learning community. Your English instructor works with your career training instructor to cover material that is relevant to the career while you are improving your reading and writing skills. In addition, I-BEST students receive the support of a program-specific navigator to help them as they move forward on their educational pathway.

I-BEST programs are designed to move you further, faster. You will:

Improve reading, writing, and communication skills needed for your career
Learn the skills needed to complete a professional certificate
Explore career options
Create a plan for your educational and career pathway.

Watch a video about how I-BEST can help you reach your goals

Explore careers and certificates with I-BEST

I-BEST is a Learning Community. Join a group of students like you to enhance your educational experience.

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The I-BEST Nursing Assistant – Certificate (NAC) is an on-ramp to medical field, specifically geared towards pre-nursing students. The one-quarter (10 week) program curriculum is designed to support English language learners in pursuit of health careers. All students who score below college level are welcome to apply. Included in the program is an intensive clinical practicum which meets the hours required by the State of Washington to sit for NAC certification exam.

Eligibility requirements are:
- Ability to work in the United States
- Ability to pass a criminal background check
- Current immunization
Please contact Shawn Story for more information.
The I-BEST Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) – Certificate is an on-ramp to the emergency services field. The one-quarter program curriculum is designed to support English language learners in pursuit of health careers. All students who score below college level are welcome to apply. Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a Certificate of Completion from TCC, which will enable them to participate in the national registry testing process (NREMT).

Eligibility requirements are:
- Ability to work in the United States
- Ability to pass a criminal background check
- Current immunizations
Please contact Stephen Foster for more information.
Not sure what career is right for you? Begin with our Career and College Pathways Academy (CCPA)! This one quarter program allows you to earn 8 college credits in Communications and Student Success while building your basic skills and exploring your career options. For more information, please contact Stephen Foster.

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Questions? We are here to help!

We are located in:

Building 7 Advising Area (Green wall section)

Phone: 253-566-5144

For general program questions email basicskills@tacomacc.edu

253-566-5144 BASIC SKILLS EMAIL