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Lower 
Columbia 
College 
1600 Maple 
P.O. Box 3010 
Longview 
WA, 98632 
 
360.442.2311 

info@lowercolumbia.edu 



For more information about
I-BEST contact:


Special Programs Coordinator
360.442.2584

or contact Transitional Studies at 360.442.2580

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I-BEST

If you need a little extra support to succeed, I-BEST may be for you!

I-BEST or Integrated Basic Education and Skills Training combines adult education with workforce training.

I-BEST programs have:

  • Two instructors in all certificate courses
  • Added hours to increase success
  • Advising support
  • Student teams for added support and time working with others

I-BEST Students:

  • Earn a certificate in a high-demand career and college credits towards a degree
  • Increase reading, writing, math, speaking and listening skills
  • Receive hands-on training

Need Financial Help?

You may qualify for special funding if you are unemployed and receiving benefits or a dislocated worker. Resources include:

  • Low-income Opportunity Grants
  • Tuition payment plan
  • WorkFirst funds
  • Worker Retraining funds
  • WIA funds
  • VA benefits
  • Traditional financial aid

Program Requirements:

  • CASAS appraisal test with a minimum reading score
  • Ongoing pre and post CASAS testing
  • Background check and proof of a negative TB test for the Nursing Assistant and Early Childhood Education Programs

For information regarding available IBEST programs, click on the "Choose Your Program" link at the top right-hand side of this page.