Basic Skills Programs

There are five programs offered through the Basic Skills Department to provide educational opportunities from basic reading through high school completion. These programs include Adult Basic Education, Adult High School,GED Preparation, Compensatory Education, and English as a Second Language. Enrollment is open to individuals age 18 and older. Under special circumstances, students age 16 and 17 may enroll in certain programs as indicated in each program information section. Placement testing is required for entry. Basic Skills Classes are FREE!

Class locations include:

• JCC/Smithfield Campus
• JCC/Cleveland Center
• Clayton High School
• Kenly Adult Learning Center
• Unity House of Selma
• Johnston County Industries
• Benson Center
• Various other business locations, churches, and community buildings upon request.

Would you like to start a class in your community?

Would your church or business like to sponsor a new Basic Skills class at your site or in your community? New classes may be established in locations with a minimum of 15 students. Call Pamela Earp for details at (919) 209-2065 or at pjearp@johnstoncc.edu

Your First Step...Placement and Assessment

Placement testing is required for entry into all Basic Skills classes. For individuals age 18 or older, contact Assessment and Placement Coordinator, Lannetta Lockhart at (919) 209-2054 or via email lrlockhart@johnstoncc.edu

Information for Underage Students (Ages 16 and 17)

Perspective Students under the age of 18 must meet specific eligibility requirements for entry PRIOR to taking the placement test. Please contact Pamela Earp at (919) 209-2065 for underage student information.