CNM Adult Basic Education Program Details
ABE Enrollment and Schedule Details
The ABE program is a separate, non-college credit component of CNM. You will receive the same services and benefits as other CNM students; however, ABE students do not follow the traditional admission or registration process and are not eligible for financial aid.
Please note: If you're 16 or 17 years old, you must provide the Underage Permission Form (Formulario de Permiso de Menores) in order to proceed to registration. Learn more about applying to CNM as an Underage Student.
The Adult Basic Education (ABE) program acknowledges and uses the experience, wisdom, and needs of adult learners to provide a path to success in college, careers, and the community. We offer non-credit courses at four different levels in basic reading, writing, math, science, and social studies. These five-week courses prepare you for our English as a Second Language (ESL) program or the High School Equivalency exams.
With support from kind and knowledgeable instructors, you can take the first step toward a brighter future, just like ABE graduate Raven Vallo, who is now working toward her associate degree at CNM.
English as a Second Language
CNM's English as a Second Language (ESL) program can help you improve your proficiency in English for professional, academic, or personal reasons. You will study reading, writing, speaking, listening, and US culture while acquiring the language and self-confidence to handle daily challenges. Our instructors are qualified English as a Second Language (ESL) professionals. Learn more about the ESL program.
High School Equivalency
CNM's High School Equivalency (HSE) courses will prepare you for the General Education Development (GED) test or High School Equivalency Test (HiSET). Our non-credit HSE courses are offered in language arts, math, science, and social studies, with Spanish instruction available for HSE language arts and math courses. Learn more about the HSE program.
Dates and Deadlines
English as a Second Language - Spring 2026
| Event Name | Session A - 5 Weeks | Session B - 5 Weeks |
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Last day to complete the ABE interest form |
Sunday, January 11, 2026 |
Saturday, February 28, 2026 |
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Last day to complete the ABE application |
Monday, January 12, 2026 |
Sunday, March 1, 2026 |
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Last day to complete TABE tests |
Saturday, January 17, 2026 |
Saturday, March 7, 2026 |
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Last day to complete the ABE Class Preferences form for registration |
Wednesday, January 21, 2026 |
Wednesday, March 11, 2026 |
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Last day to pay the ABE program fee (only needed once per term) |
Friday, January 23, 2026 |
Friday, March 13, 2026 |
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Session Begins |
Monday, January 26, 2026 |
Sunday, March 16, 2026 |
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Session Ends |
Monday, March 1, 2026 |
Sunday, April 19, 2026 |
English as a Second Language - Summer 2026
| Event Name | Session A - 5 Weeks | Session B - 5 Weeks |
|---|---|---|
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Last day to complete the ABE interest form |
Saturday, May 2, 2026 |
Saturday, June 20, 2026 |
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Last day to complete the ABE application |
Sunday, May 3, 2026 |
Sunday, June 21, 2026 |
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Last day to complete TABE tests |
Saturday, May 9, 2026 |
Saturday, June 27, 2026 |
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Last day to complete the ABE Class Preferences form for registration |
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 |
Wednesday, July 1, 2026 |
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Last day to pay the ABE program fee (only needed once per term) |
Friday, May 15, 2026 |
Thursday, July 2, 2026 |
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Session Begins |
Monday, May 18, 2026 |
Monday, July 6, 2026 |
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Session Ends |
Sunday, June 21, 2026 |
Sunday, August 9, 2026 |
High School Equivalency - Spring 2026
| Event Name | 12-Week Regular Session |
|---|---|
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Last day to complete the ABE interest form |
Saturday, January 17, 2026 |
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Last day to complete the ABE application |
Sunday, January 18, 2026 |
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Last day to complete TABE tests |
Saturday, January 24, 2026 |
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Last day to complete the ABE Class Preferences form for registration |
Wednesday, January 28, 2026 |
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Last day to pay the ABE program fee (only needed once per term) |
Friday, January 30, 2026 |
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Session Begins |
Monday, February 2, 2026 |
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Session Ends |
Sunday, April 26, 2026 |
High School Equivalency - Summer 2026
| Event Name | 12-Week Regular Session |
|---|---|
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Last day to complete the ABE interest form |
Saturday, May 2, 2026 |
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Last day to complete the ABE application |
Sunday, May 3, 2026 |
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Last day to complete TABE tests |
Saturday, May 9, 2026 |
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Last day to complete the ABE Class Preferences form for registration |
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 |
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Last day to pay the ABE program fee (only needed once per term) |
Friday, May 15, 2026 |
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Session Begins |
Monday, May 18, 2026 |
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Session Ends |
Sunday, August 9, 2026 |