bg ADMISSIONS

MI-BEST

The Mississippi Integrated Basic Education and Skills Training (MI-BEST)is a program for high school dropouts, low income persons, and other non-traditional students who wish to accelerate their transition from basic skills education to post-secondary programs of study, with the ultimate goal of securing a good paying job. Scholarships are available to students who qualify.
 
To be eligible, you must be:

  • A Mississippi resident  
  • 17 years or older without a high school diploma  
  • Currently enrolled in the High School Equivalency Program at EMCC
  • Achieve a Bronze Level Certification on the ACT WorkKeys Test  
 
Available Career Pathways Include:

  • Automotive Technology  
  • Basic Electrical Lineworker   
  • Business Office Technology   
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  • Computer Programming Technology  
  • Cosmetology   
  • Diesel Mechanics  
  • Electrical Technology  
  • Industrial Maintenance  
  • Surgical Technology  
  • Welding Technology  

 

Assistant Director of Adult Education & College Career Navigator
Mary Ann Latham
662.243.7476
/ mlatham@eastms.edu 

PLAN YOUR NEXT STEP

East Mississippi Community College
Opportunity Happens Here

 
  • On-Site Classes
    Spring 2024

    Registration Begins Nov  6th, 2023
    Register by Jan 12th, 2024
    First day of classes Jan 16th, 2024
  • Online Classes
    Spring- 2024

    Registration Begins Nov  6th, 2023
    Register by Jan 12th, 2024
    First day of classes Jan 16th, 2024