Adult Basic Education
Argus Community’s Adult Basic Education Program assists adults to become literate and obtain the knowledge and skills necessary for employment and self-sufficiency and to pursue further education. Instruction is provided in contexts relevant to students’ needs and interests. Participants are provided with instruction in reading, writing, and mathematics in English. The program is intended for students reading below the 8.0 grade level, as measured on the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE).
Onsite TABE testing is offered every Tuesday at 3:30pm.
Eligibility Requirements
Must be 18 years or older and reside in NDA 2 (Neighborhood Development Area).
No insurance required.
Referrals
To make an immediate referral call 929-377-5160 or click here
Hours
Walk-in From 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
760 East 160th Street
Bronx, NY 10456
- Switchboard: (718) 401-5700
- Central Intake: (929) 377-5160
- Email: JMelendez@arguscommunity.org
Services Include
- Literacy Assistance
- Employment Referral Assistance
- Self Sufficiency
- Advancing Education
- On-Site TABE Testing
Argus Community ensures Adult Basic Eduction program clients have continuous access to high quality prevention services that are integrated into comprehensive, person-centered and recovery-focused provision of care.