College and Career Readiness Institute
Welcome to the College and Career Readiness Institute
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Vision Statement
Changing lives through education and empowerment, one step at a time, towards a brighter future
Mission Statement
The College and Career Readiness Institute at Luna Community College is committed to excellence in academic achievement and personal growth while providing essential academic, critical thinking, and professional skills required for life-long learning and success in college, careers and daily living. We offer a safe and individualized learning environment in which students achieve their academic and career goals. We serve adults, 16 years of age and older, with or without a high school diploma, who reside in rural areas within San Miguel, Mora, Colfax, and Guadalupe counties, and whose skills are not yet college-ready.
What do we offer?
The College and Career Readiness Institute (CCRI) at Luna Community College prepares adult learners aged 16 and older to earn their high school equivalency (HSE) credentials, enter higher education, or to enter the workforce. All residents of New Mexico are welcome to access these services. Prospective CCRI students will complete a program intake form, an assessment of their academic skills, and meet with an academic coach to author a program of learning aligned with the students educational and/or career goals. The CCRI maintains a managed enrollment system for prospective students. Starting in August, the program has a 16-week session in the Fall semester and a 16-week session in the Spring semester. Summer courses are offered at instructors’ discretion; however, tutoring, and asynchronous online learning is offered throughout the summer. HSE preparation courses and other in-person classes are at the main Las Vegas Campus, Raton, and in Springer. Virtual and hybrid learning supported by an academic coach is available for non-traditional students living with demanding jobs, commutes, family lives, or other circumstances. Classes and learning materials are provided free of charge for all students.
We provide instruction in skills that are needed for the following:
- Adult basic literacy and math classes for High School Equivalency (HSE) testing and attainment, and refreshing skills.
- Tech Literacy for career readiness: foundational computer skills, employment research, resume writing and formatting (Career Pathways)
- Entering and/or retaining employment (WIOA Partners: Workforce Referrals)
- Entering a Luna Degree or Certificate Program (Postsecondary Education and Training)
- English-language reading, writing, and speaking skills (English as a Second Language)
- Concurrent enrollment in Integrated Educational Training (IET) programs in Welding and EMT-Basic certificate programs to support employment for in-demand occupations
The College and Career Readiness Institute at Luna Community College offers:
- Fall: One 16-week session; asynchronous online learning and tutoring
- Spring: One 16-week session; asynchronous online learning and tutoring
- Summer: Courses at instructors’ discretion; asynchronous online learning and tutoring
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Enrollment and Links
CCRI: Adult Education Registration Process
Ready to enroll?
If you are under 18 we will need you to fill out this form:
Underage parent permission form
Underage parent permission form-Spanish
Site Location
Contact Information
Kraig Bellows / Director
Phone: 505-454-2564
kbellows@luna.edu
Statement of Nondiscrimination Policy
LCC is in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Amendments of 1972, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. LCC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, handicap, religion, or sex in its policies, practices, or procedures. This provision includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial assistance, and educational services.