Youth Programs


ACT® Prep Course

Real teachers. Real interaction. Real Results.

Prepped and ready: Course helps local students prepare for ACT® testing
- La Crosse Tribune, Nov. 14, 2010

 

This unparalleled ACT® test preparation course readies students for all four sections of the ACT® test, plus the optional writing section. Students take official, retired ACT® pre- and post-tests to determine strengths and weaknesses. Qualified instructors work directly with students to work through this comprehensive preparation program. Preparing for the ACT can increase test scores that are important for gaining acceptance into your college of choice and for expanding your scholarship opportunities.

This course is designed to complement area high schools’ preparatory programs.

This program provides 12 hours of instruction in: writing strategies to assist you in the essay part of the ACT® test; orientation to the ACT® and its four parts; opportunity to take diagnostic assessments; instruction in all four areas; test-taking strategies for each of the components and for the entire test; practice with printed materials where test-taking tips can be applied and reinforced and interactive skill drills in deficit areas as measured by the diagnostic test.

 

Students will:

  • Establish their own baseline for ACT® testing by completing an official, retired ACT® test
  • Receive a detailed analysis of their baseline test to understand personal strengths and weaknesses
  • Learn powerful test-taking strategies for each test section and question type
  • Gain an understanding of the test structure, question types, and scoring methods for each academic area
  • Build confidence through interactive skill drills and practice exercises
  • Complete the course by taking another official, retired ACT® test and receive a final analysis

The ACT® test is a gateway to your future plans. Don’t make the ACT® more stressful by arriving unprepared.

Upcoming ACT® Test Dates:
Spring 2012: February 11, April 14 and June 9, 2012

2012 Spring - FULL (Please contact kdeschepper@uwlax.edu to be placed on a waiting list)
February 18, 25, March 3, 10, 17 & 24 *
Saturdays, 8:30-11:30 AM
UW-La Crosse, 137 C. Wimberly Hall
$164, includes textbook set; pre- and post- tests; diagnostic assessment reports; face-to-face instruction and interaction with qualified instructors
Registration Deadline: Feb. 3, 2012

*NOTE: The pre-test is given on the first session and the post-test is given on the last session of the program. If there are scheduling conflicts, the parent/guardian can proctor the test(s) at home the week prior to the test date. The completed test(s) would need to be returned to the Continuing Education Office, 205 Morris Hall, no later than 10 a.m. on the Monday following that test date. Please contact Karen DeSchepper one week prior to the test date to arrange material pick-up.

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For more Information:
Karen DeSchepper, 608.785.6508 or kdeschepper@uwlax.edu