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OrganizationPima County Community Services, Employment and Training
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Program NameLas Artes Art and Education Center
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Services offeredGED instruction and testing while developing employability skills through public art projects.
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CostFREE
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Child care provided? (If yes, please describe)No
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Language & Translation services provided? (if yes, please describe)Spanish available for intake; instruction is only in English
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When services are offeredClasses are offered year-round in 8 week sessions. Students attend full-time program (30 hours per week) for at least 16 weeks and as long as 32 weeks. Office open 8 to 5 Monday through Friday. Classes are 8:30 to 3:15 Monday through Thursday, 8:30 to 1:15 Friday. After school tutoring available.
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Location of services23 W. 27th St. South Tucson, AZ 85713
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Computer skills required to participate? (if yes, please describe)No; however students will practice computer skills during the program in preparation for the GED exam
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What computer skills, if any, are taught or integrated into the classes?
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Eligibility requirementsYouth aged 17 to 22. Testing at or above 5th grade level on the TABE test. Must have documentation of lawful presence in the U.S.
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Common reasons clients are referred elsewhereStudents with reading scores below 5th grade reading level are referred for skills improvement (e.g., ReadStrong program at libraries)
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How to inquire or initiate enrollment/registration (for students/clients)Call for information 724-5050. Assesment Monday through Thursday 8:15 am.
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Enrollment process (steps involved)Complete Assesment. Call for intake appointment.
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Recruitment help from partners needed? (if yes, please describe)Referrals are appreciated.
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Capacity constraints (# of slots, waiting list, etc)Up to 15 students in each level for a total capacity of up to 60 students.
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Website link for program info & scheduleshttp://webcms.pima.gov/cms/One.aspx?portalId=169&pageId=6382
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Point of contact (for partners/staff only)Patty Short, Education Coordinator 724-5112
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Email address Patty.Short@pima.gov
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Phone724-5112
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Last updated (Date)April 2023
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