Welcome to Goal Oriented Adult Learning (GOAL)

Welcome to the Instructional Support Services Division (ISSD), the home of Western Technical College's GOAL Program. GOAL stands for Goal Oriented Adult Learning.

We provide instruction for individuals who want to improve their academic skills, to complete their GED or high school credential, to prepare for college level classes, or to improve English language skills in our English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) program.

We offer five different programs of instruction and a variety of specialized services for unique student populations. These services and classes are offered in day and evening programs at many different locations within the Western Technical College district.

Each year we help about 3,000 individuals achieve their educational and training goals.

Find out what programs and classes are right for you.

Our Mission

The Instructional Support Services Division is committed to serving a diverse and ever-changing constituency in an environment that values and supports student success.

Our Vision

The Instructional Support Services Division is an innovative partner and agent of change within the college and the community.

Our Values

  • We value lifelong learning.
  • We value diversity.
  • We value a flexible learning environment in which the unique needs of students are accommodated.
  • We value working together in a safe, healthy environment.
  • We value the camaraderie and commitment of a learning community.

Unique Features of GOAL

  • Open enrollment: start anytime during the semester
  • Breakfast Program for "at risk" youth
  • Day and evening classes throughout the District
  • Ability to rapidly customize programs to meet student needs
  • Flexible, responsive, highly experienced faculty and staff
  • Individualized or structured classes
  • Tutoring services for adults at some sites, provided by Western tutors or local literacy council tutors
  • Day and Evening GED Test Sessions