Thomas Jefferson Adult Career Education
What Is TJACE @PVCC?
TJACE @PVCC offers instruction for area adults to help enhance core academic skills and earn a high school diploma or GED, improve English Language Skills for speakers of other languages (ESL), and prepare for next career steps through integrated education and training programs.
The TJACE @PVCC goal is to provide quality services and convenient access to adult education services.
TJACE serves more than 600 adults in Central Virginia, which includes the counties of Albemarle, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, Nelson and the City of Charlottesville.
How do I get started?
Registration for Fall Session opens on August 30.
Fall classes run from September 13 – December 16, 2021
Sign up for an Assessment session.
TJACE @PVCC wants to get you into the class that best meets your needs. The first step is to come to TJACE for an assessment. All new students must take an assessment prior to starting classes. During the assessment, you will meet with an advisor and register for classes.
How Much Do Classes Cost?
All classes are free. The NEDP program cost is $50. Scholarships are available.
TJACE Programs
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Career-Focused Training
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High School Flex (GED and NEDP)
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English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
Request Information
Complete and submit the information request form to learn more about TJACE @PVCC classes and programs.
Spotlight
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Becky Payton Wins Teacher of the Year Award The Virginia Association for Adult and Continuing Education (VAACE) has announced that Becky Payton is the winner of the 2020 Joan E.D. Kushnir Teacher of the Year Award for Adult Education. One adult education teacher in the entire state of Virginia is selected for this prestigious annual award. Congratulations Becky! |
Upcoming Events
Volunteers Needed
We need you! Do you have spare time? TJACE needs volunteers to assist in the classrooms, with special projects and events. Day and evening times are available. For more information, call Cherry at 434.961.5465 or email cstewart@pvcc.edu.
“I always walk away with the feeling that I just helped someone achieve something she could not have achieved on his or her own.” —Volunteer
Student Resources
- www.GED.com — Set up an email account. This will enable you to check out all of the sites, including a free practice test
- www.gcflearnfree.org — Learn the essential skills they need to live and work in the 21st century from Microsoft Office and email to reading, math, and more.
- Get Financial Assistance during COVID-19
Locations
Charlottesville
Thomas Jefferson Adult & Career Education @ PVCC
935-A Second St., SE, Charlottesville, VA 22902 (map)
PVCC JEFFERSON SCHOOL CENTER
233 Fourth Street NW Charlottesville, VA 22903 (Across from the Staples office supply store downtown)(map)
Albemarle
VA Career Works Charlottesville Center
944 Glenwood Station Lane, Suite 103 Charlottesville, VA, 22901(map)
PVCC Main Building
501 College Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22903 (map)
Fluvanna
Fluvanna Adult Education Center
14455 James Madison Highway, Palmyra, VA (map)
Greene
PVCC Giuseppe Center (2nd Floor, Greene County Library)
222 Main Street, Stanardsville, VA 22973 (map)
Louisa
Louisa County Public Schools (LCPS) Adult & Career Education Center
815 Davis Highway, Mineral, VA (map)
