RLC Skills Center / GED Classes

09/22/2026

Ready to take the next step toward earning your GED? The Skills Center at Rend Lake College is here to help! 🎓✨

We're offering FREE GED Classes starting October 19! 📅

Here is what you need to know:
🗓️ Class Schedule: Monday – Thursday
⏰ Flexible Options: Morning and evening classes available

📋 Requirements to Attend:
- Students ages 16 & 17 must provide a release form from their high school prior to registration.
- Attend an in-person testing session and orientation.
- Students ages 16 & 17 must provide a release form from their high school prior to registration.
- Attend an in-person testing session and orientation.

Take charge of your future today! 💡

For more information, visit: https://hubs.la/Q04y2nMC0

Questions? Call us at 618-437-5321 Ext. 1241 📞

02/14/2022

Start working on your GED today!

02/11/2022

OUT OF WORK... NEED A NEW START? MAN-TRA-CON CAN HELP YOU FIND A JOB AND START BUILDING A NEW LIFE!

If you are an unemployed adult, 18 years or older, Man-Tra-Con career services can help you find a good paying job to better support yourself and your family. These services, grant funded by the U.S. Department of Labor, are available at NO COST TO YOU!

If you are eligible to participate, the following will be provided to help you find a job:

• WORK EXPERIENCE PROGRAM — Get paid while you learn new skills on the job! We work with local employers to find positions that fit your skills and interests.

• CDL TRUCK DRIVE TRAINING — We pay for training, plus help with transportation costs, and other expenses while you are in school.

• COMPUTER SKILLS TRAINING — Learn about the latest online resources, how to use a computer or laptop, and more.

• CAREER COACHING — “One-on-one” personal career guidance and coaching at every step to help you create a resume, research employers, apply for a job, interview, and get hired!

• TOOLS — While enrolled in our program, you will also receive a laptop with Internet access to help with your job search.

NEED MORE INFORMATION?
Contact Emily Killen at 618-998-0970, ext. 232, or email: [email protected]

INTERESTED?
Find out if you are eligible for DWG Career Services…

​APPLY NOW AT THIS LINK:
http://www.mantracon.org/dwg-application-form/

The Career DWG program is financed 100% by U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) federal grant funds. $356,635 in grant funds have been designated for this program. No part of the Career DWG program is financed by non-governmental agencies.

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Man-Tra-Con Corporation is a member of the American Job Center Southern Illinois, 
and an Illinois workNet Center partner.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
© Copyright 2022 Man-Tra-Con Corporation.

02/10/2022

I teach the morning virtual class! Spread the word to anyone that needs their GED!

02/10/2022

ATTEND VIRTUAL GED CLASSES!
Can't make it to in-person classes? Not a problem!

Rend Lake College offers virtual classes that allow students to learn and interact with teachers and other students.

Classes are available on the following days:
Monday-Thursday: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm or
Monday-Thursday: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

For those who are interested but don't have internet or a computer at home, the local libraries listed below have study spaces, tablets, WIFI, and other materials to get you ready for class.
Local Libraries Include: Benton, Mount Vernon, Wayne City, Sesser, and McLeansboro

For more information about virtual classes, contact us at 618-437-5321 ext 1241

01/29/2022

Now's the Time .... Register Today!

01/04/2022

INA, IL (Dec. 22, 2021) – Rend Lake College is partnering with five local libraries to host adult education distance learning classes beginning in the New Year.

The classes, which will start this January, will provide an opportunity to attend GED classes without having to leave their community.

The libraries included in this partnership are Benton Public Library, Sesser Public Library, McCoy Memorial Library in McLeansboro, C.E. Brehm Library in Mt. Vernon and Kissner Public Library in Wayne City.

The RLC Skills Center will supply the laptops and study materials for the students while the libraries will provide the WiFi to stay connected as well as a quiet place to study. The students will log online, where they will be able to interact with classmates and the instructor. They will also have the opportunity to check out a laptop to use outside the class time.

The partnership expands adult education offerings at Rend Lake College by giving students a more convenient way to fill in the gaps they need to advance in their careers.

“We're so excited about this partnership,” said Christina Manchen, Director of the RLC Skills Center. “Transportation can be difficult for many adult education students. Offering distance learning classes will allow students to attend a 'live' class at a nearby location.”

The local libraries are also working with the RLC Raise A Warrior Microscholarship program by offering volunteer opportunities. The program allows in-district students in third grade through high school to earn up to $2,000 for future enrollment at RLC by logging in their community service hours.

“In addition to the volunteer opportunities for older students we are also awarding microscholarship dollars for younger students in this partnership,” said RLC Community Outreach Specialist Kristen Garner. “Younger students will be encouraged to utilize their libraries by getting their own library card, checking out books, and attending educational programs at the library. “

Students can earn money towards the microscholarship for both community service and participating in educational activities.

Rend Lake College’s Skills Center provides relevant and accessible educational opportunities for adult learners to help them succeed at work, home and their communities. In addition to GED services, the center has a curriculum designed to help with basic skills in academic subjects such as reading, writing and math and life skills in parenting and workforce preparation.

For more information about the Adult Education program, log on to rlc.edu/skillscenter.

10/03/2021

More ways to to earn your GED than ever before. Bust out all the excuses and enroll today!

09/27/2021

📣Coming Soon to the RLC Skills Center - FLEX CLASSES!‍ ‍🏫
Transportation keeping you from attending GED® classes?
How about consistent child care?
Changing work schedule?
Flex Classes could be the answer for you!
With Flex Classes you can attend face-to-face or attend the same class virtually in REAL TIME!
You can even attend in person some days/evening and ‘Zoom in’ on others!
There will be a teacher to guide you on your journey to achieving a GED certificate
AND you still get to interact with classmates.
Classes will be available mid-October from 9:00 a.m. to Noon or 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Don’t wait! Sign up now to secure your seat in a Flex Class. Call 618-437-5321 ext 1241 or better yet, go to www.rlc.edu/skillscenter click on SIGN ME UP! Complete the intake form then a staff person will be touch to walk you through the rest of registration process.

09/18/2021