Unlock Your Potential with Integrated Education and Training (IET)
Accelerate your career while you earn your GED or improve your English. The Integrated Education and Training (IET) program is a premier opportunity for current Adult Education students to gain industry-specific knowledge while simultaneously completing their GED or ESOL studies. By bridging the gap between basic education and professional skills, IET ensures you are ready for the workforce, college, or technical certification programs the moment you graduate.
Explore Our Career Pathways
Students in the IET program receive specialized instruction tailored to one of three high-demand fields:
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Pre-Health: Build a foundation for a career in the medical and healthcare industry.
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Pre-Education: Gain the skills needed to pursue a future in teaching and academic support.
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Pre-Construction: Learn the fundamentals of the trades and construction management.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Who is eligible to enroll?
The IET program is designed exclusively for currently enrolled GED and ESOL students. Note for ESOL Students: To qualify, you must have a minimum score of Level 4 on both your Reading and Listening assessments.
What is the cost?
There is no additional cost for the IET program. It is provided FREE of charge to our current students who have already paid the standard $30 program registration fee.
How do I sign up?
Getting started is simple! If you are a current student, follow these steps:
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Complete the Interest Form: 👉 IET SIGN-UP FORM
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Check Your Email: Watch for a follow-up message around Week 3 of the current semester.
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Have Your ID Ready: You will need your 8-digit Student ID number to complete the form.
Who can I contact for more information?
For any additional questions regarding the IET program, please reach out to Lisa Gumm at
[email protected]
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IET Programs offered:
Pre-Health – This is a weekly one-hour webinar led by a registered nurse and the CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) Program instructor at Cape Coral Technical College. She will educate students interested in entering the CNA program or other healthcare careers. Students will gain background knowledge, learn healthcare-specific vocabulary, and receive a presentation from Lee Health – the number one employer in Lee County – on available positions. This weekly webinar is done from home via computer or phone and is in addition to the student’s weekly ESOL or GED class attendance. The course starts in Week 4 of the semester and runs for 10 weeks. While no certification is earned, the knowledge and education received will better prepare our students for the healthcare field.
Pre-Education – This is a weekly one-hour webinar led by a current Lee County School District certified teacher. In this course, she will assist students interested in becoming instructional support personnel in schools. Instructional Support positions are in great demand throughout the county. These positions require skills needed to assist K-12 students in the classroom. Students will gain background knowledge, review and learn the skills needed to be successful on the ParaPro exam (a requirement for the position), and receive a presentation from Lee County School District Human Resources – informing students about available positions and how to apply. This weekly webinar is done from home via computer or phone and is in addition to the student’s weekly ESOL or GED class attendance. The course starts in Week 4 of the semester and runs for 10 weeks. While no certification is earned, the knowledge and education received will better prepare our students for the field of education.
Pre-Construction - This is a weekly one-hour webinar led by an experienced Lee County School District teacher with prior construction experience. Construction is another high-demand need for the SWFL area. Basic maintenance, site cleanup, and safety are essential skills for success in this trade. Students will learn construction basics, review the math necessary for construction, and be introduced to entry-level positions in the field. In addition, employees and employers will join the weekly webinars to inform students about job details and their experience, and to introduce them to local construction programs and current job opportunities in the field. This weekly webinar is done from home via computer or phone and is in addition to the student’s weekly ESOL or GED class attendance. The course starts in Week 4 of the semester and runs for 10 weeks. While no certification is earned, the knowledge and education received will better prepare our students for the construction field.