I-BEST is a nationally recognized program for English language learners and Basic Skills students to earn college certificates in Business Technology, Accounting, or Allied Health. Students can also take college classes, such as English Composition, Communication Studies, and Biology. Students learn workplace and job search skills, gain confidence in English, study skills, and career readiness.
For I-BEST Certificate Pathways:
- Students in ESL levels 5-6, ABE levels 3-6 or English 72
- Students with college and career goals
For Academic I-BEST
- Students who are ready for English 92/93 or English 101
- Students with college and career goals
Tuition for I-BEST college classes can be found on the Tuition & Fees website for Bellevue College.
I-BEST support classes are tuition and fee free.
If you’re receiving Basic Food or cash assistance from DSHS, Workforce Education may be able to help pay for textbooks, childcare, and transportation – apply online to see if you qualify.
I-BEST Certificates and Programs
Starts Fall Quarter
- After completing this program students will have completed Allied Health foundation courses and earned a Medical Administrative Assistant Certificate.
- This prepares students for the Medical Assistant Certificate.
Starts Fall Quarter
Medical Administrative Assistant Certificate
Next Steps
- Other Certificates
- Medical Assistant Certificate
- Associate Degree
- Jobs
Project Support Certificate | Project Coordinator Certificate
Starts Fall Quarter
Project Support Certificate
Next Step
Project Coordinator Certificate
Continued Options
- Other Certificates
- Associate Degree
- Jobs
Starts Fall Quarter
Accounting Bridge
Step Two
Accounting Preparation Certificate
Step Three
Bookkeeping Certificate
Continued Options
- Other Certificates
- Accounting
- Associate Degree
- Jobs
Option 1
- Communication Studies 280
- Core Elective
- 5 Credits
- English 093/101
- Bucket Class
- 5 Credits
- ABE 073/074
- Academic Skills Class
Option 2
- Business 101
- Core Elective
- 5 Credits
- English 093/101
- Bucket Class
- 5 Credits
- ABE 073/074
- Academic Skills Class
Option 3
- Biology 108
- Core Elective
- 5 Credits
- English 093/101
- Bucket Class
- 5 Credits
- ABE 073/074
- Academic Skills Class
Step 1: Attend I-BEST Info Session
Just click on the below date and time to join a Zoom Info Session. Join for the whole hour or as long as you can.
- Learn about the I-BEST Pathways offered at Bellevue College
- Meet with an I-BEST teacher and navigator
- Ask questions
Date | Time |
Step 2: Apply to Bellevue College
All I-BEST students are required to complete the general Bellevue College application.
Your new ctcLink student ID will be emailed to you. It could take a couple of days.
If you have already applied, check the Student Central Processing Dashboard for current processing times.
Activate your ctcLink Account
ctcLink offers a central location to find and register for classes, pay tuition and fees, update personal details, and more.
Activate your ctcLink account using your new student ID.
Create your BC Email
Your BC email is used to log in to online and computer services such as email, Canvas, and campus computers. Please set up your account as soon as you receive your welcome email. You will need:
- ctcLink ID (in your admissions email)
You can read more about your NetID or watch a video walk through of this process.
Step 3: Complete the Student Interest Form
We are now registering for Spring Quarter 2024.
Your ctcLink Student ID is required to complete the form.
Step 4: Enroll in Class
Please give us a week to process your intake form. After you complete the application process, the office will send you steps via email to register and pay for class.
For assistance registering, you can visit us in R130 or read more on the Enrollment Services website.
Contact Us
Email us at ibest@bellevuecollege.edu
Visit our office in R130 Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Website manager Ted Mansfield
Last Updated February 15, 2024