I-BEST (Integrated Basic Education and Skills Training)

I-BEST is a nationally recognized program for precollege students, such as non-native English speakers and adult basic education learners. Students enroll in college classes and receive additional support in language learning and study skills. They earn college certificates in Business Technology, Accounting, and Healthcare. Students can also begin their journey toward earning transfer associate degrees by enrolling in classes such as English Composition, Communication Studies, Biology, and others.

I-BEST Certificates and Programs

Academic I-BEST Program Brochure – PDF File

Option 1

  • English 93/101
    • 5 credits
  • Intercultural Communications (CMST 280)
    • 5 credits
  • ABE Support Class

Option 2

  • English 93/101
    • 5 credits
  • Introduction to Business (BUS 101)
    • 5 credits
  • ABE Support Class

Option 3

  • English 93/101
    • 5 credits
  • Human Biology (BIOL108)
    • 5 credits
  • ABE Support Class

Nursing Assistant Certified – PDF File

Program Prerequisites*

  • Complete required information session
  • Background check
  • Vaccinations
  • Basic Life Support

*I-BEST Navigator will assist with completing these requirements. This is not a complete list.

Course Schedule

First half of quarter (on campus):

  • NURS 106 – Nursing Assistant Foundations
  • NURS 107 – Nursing Assistant Technical Skills
  • Academic Support Class

Second half of quarter (at clinical site):

  • NURS 108 – Clinical Practicum
  • Academic Support Class

Allied Health Program Brochure – PDF File

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

Business Analysis and Technology Program Brochure – PDF File
Starts Fall Quarter

Project Support Certificate

Next Step

Project Coordinator Certificate

Continued Options
  • Project Manager Certificate
  • Other related certificates
  • Associate Degree
  • Jobs

Accounting Program Brochure – PDF File

Starts Fall Quarter

Accounting Bridge

Step Two

Accounting Preparation Certificate

Step Three

Bookkeeping Certificate

Continued Options

  • Accounting Certificate
  • Other related certificates
  • Accounting Associate Degree
  • Accounting Bachelor’s Degree
  • Jobs

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 Bellevue College Tuition & Fees webpage.

I-BEST support classes are free.

I-BEST students are eligible for need-based Parking Fee Waivers. If you are in need of assistance, please complete the I-BEST Parking Fee Waiver Request here.

If your income is currently limited or you are currently receiving Basic Food Assistance (SNAP/EBT) or TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) from DSHS, or you are receiving unemployment insurance benefits (UI), the Bellevue College WorkForce Education office may be able to help you pay for tuition, textbooks, childcare or transportation costs.  To qualify, you can Apply Online, or visit them for more information. They are located in the U Building, 2nd floor, in U 212.

NEXT STEP:

Click to complete the I-BEST Student Interest Form

Your ctcLink Student ID is required to complete the form.

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; Updated 9/3/24

Last Updated April 17, 2025