About the Program
College and Career Preparation (CCP) courses are designed for students who:
- Are age 16 years or older.
- Want to earn a high school diploma or prepare for the GED exam.
- Want to prepare for college-level coursework and entrance exams or place directly into college-level classes.
- Gain skills for a better job.
Affordable
Tuition costs just $25 per quarter with financial assistance available.
Convenient
Start any time or the year with continuous enrollment. In-person, hybrid and remote options are available. Learn more about class modalities.
Get Started
Students enrolled in College and Career Preparation (CCP) classes study English and math in the context of science, history, government, occupational education, health, fine arts, and digital literacy.
Fill out the "information request form" or call (360) 442-2580 to request further information about College and Career Preparation (CCP), or any College and Career Preparation program.
We will guide you through the process of enrolling in the program, starting with:
- An Intake Appointment
- CASAS (Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment System) Testing, a basic skills test that allows students to demonstrate their increasing knowledge and skills. It also helps instructors determine how to proceed with effective coursework. CASAS tests are typically given at the end of the quarter and prior to program enrollment.
Contact College and Career Preparation
General Inquiries
Contact our main office for more information about the CCP, ELL, HS+, and Open Doors
programs.
(360) 442-2580 -- Se habla español!
(360) 442-2589
collegeandcareerprep@lowercolumbia.edu
Admission Center 151
Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.