What Are Your Hours?
Adult program course hours are generally 8:30 am to 2:00 pm for daytime programs and 5:30 pm to 11:00 pm for evening programs. However, some courses have alternate schedules. It is always best to determine the courses you are interested in and then speak with an admissions counselor to get specific information on that particular program.

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When Do Courses/Trimesters Begin?
Courses at The Center are operated on a trimester basis. Each trimester is four months long. Trimesters begin in early January, late April and late August. Some classes and courses have special starting times or dates. It is always best to check with The Center's registrar or the course's instructor for specific information on the particular program. More information can be obtained by looking at the Miami-Dade County Public Schools calendars. Click the link for the appropriate year's "Workforce Development Education Calendar (Adult Ed)".

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How Do I Get Directions To The Center?
That's an easy one! You can get directions online from MapQuest by clicking Directions and filling in the form to tell them where you are. Once you've entered your address, just click the "Get Directions" button. We've already filled in the address of The Center for you. Alternatively, you can call The Center and ask for directions.

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Is There Bus Transportation To The Center?
The well known yellow school busses that K-12 students ride to school are not available to adult students. However, the Miami-Dade County Metropolitan Transit Agency provides regular bus service to Miami Lakes Educational Center. Detailed information can be obtained by visiting the MTA Website or contacting an MTA customer representative by dialing 305.770.3131. If you are south of S.W. 216th street, dial 305.891.3131.

Metrobus routes serving Miami Lakes Educational Center include routes 29, 73, 75, and the "North Dade Connection" route.

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What Are The Entry Requirements?
For most adult programs at Miami Lakes Educational Center, you must be at least 16 years of age and out of High School. If you do not have an Associate of Arts, Bachelors or higher degree from an accredited college or university, you will be required to be tested in math, language and reading. Some programs require an interview with the instructor prior to registration.

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Can I Register Without A Social Security Card/Number?
Yes. You may register without a Social Security Card. As a matter of fact, a social security number is not required for enrollment. However, providing a social security number will allow us to better serve you in determining special funding and financial aid opportunities available. Any of the following are acceptable as proof of a valid social security number in lieu of an original Social Security card:

• A preprinted IRS W-2 form with the student's legal name.
• A pay stub from an employer with the SSN and the student's legal name preprinted.
• A driver's license with the SSN and the student's legal name preprinted.

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I'm A VISA Student, Do I Need To Do Anything Special?
I'm Not A U.S. Citizen, Do I Need To Do Anything Special?
Yes. All Visa students or non-U.S. citizens must be processed through the Foreign Student Office prior to reporting to Miami Lakes Educational Center for registration. Inquiries should be directed to:

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Are Course Credits Transferable?
In many cases credits earned at MLEC can be transferred to other institutions of higher learning. Miami Lakes Educational Center has established articulation agreements with several schools, including Miami-Dade Community College and Broward Community College. For more information, see the Completion Outcomes section of the Adult Programs area of our web site. Specifically, look at the articulation agreements and college credits sections on that page.

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Can I Complete High School At MLEC?
There are several programs that may be able to assist you in completing high school. The G.E.D. specialist can assist you in preparing for the General Educational Development equivalency diploma. There is also a program for Adult Basic Education, called A.B.E.

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Is Miami Lakes Educational Center An Accredited School?

Absolutely. Miami Lakes Educational Center is accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education. The C.O.E. is a nationally-recognized accreditation agency which may be contacted using the following information: Council on Occupational Education 41 Perimeter Center East, NE, Suite 640 Atlanta, Georgia 30346 phone: 770.396.3898 or 800.917.2081   fax: 770.396.3790

MLEC is also part of the Miami-Dade County Public Schools. That means The Center operates under the guidance of the Florida Department of Education and that every instructor has a teaching certificate issued through the local school baord or the State of Florida.

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Can Miami Lakes Educational Center Provide Financial Aid?
Is MLEC approved for Veteran's?
As a fully accredited school, financial aid is available to students attending Miami lakes Educational Center. Veterans are welcome at the school and most programs are approved for VA benefits. Whether or not you will qualify for financial aid or VA benefits for training is dependant on many things - your employment status, family income, and other factors. It is best to speak with a financial aid officer or VA representative personally about your specific situation. You may also find assistance on the Financial Aid page of our web site.

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I'm Interested In A Program, But There's No Web Page?
Not all programs offered at The Center have web pages yet. We're working on it, though. If a course is listed in black letters, such as A+ Certified Computer Technician, ESOL, VESOL or Web Page Design, it means there is no description of that course available online. Call the school by phone by dialing 305.557.1100 and ask to speak to the program's instructor.

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Why Do I have To Be Tested In Math, Language and Reading?
The state of Florida mandates that any student attending a course of 250 hours or more at a public school must be tested in math, reading and language. Each course has specific, state mandated guidelines on the minimum educational requirements needed to graduate. Testing assures that a student meets those minimum requirements and allows us to provide them with assistance in reaching those levels if testing shows them to need help in one of the listed areas.

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How Do I Get A Job At MLEC?
Miami Lakes Educational Center is part of the Miami-Dade County Public Schools system. While you are welcome to come to The Center and inquire about available positions, it is best for you to contact the Personnel Management and Services office at District headquarters. Not only are there more possible positions available, as they operate all public schools in the county, but you will need to go through the District office even if you only want to work at MLEC, regardless of the position you seek.

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Can I Register For Classes Online?
Not at this time. An Online Application system is under development and is in the final stages of testing. We hope that the answer to this question will soon change to "Registration occurs on The Center's campus, but you can apply for classes online."

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Does The Center Offer Distance Learning Or Online Courses?
Distance learning and online courses are not offered through Miami Lakes Educational Center. You may want to visit The Learning Center Online web site for their online course offerings through Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

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