The Mississippi Integrated Basic Education and Skills Training (MIBEST) program is a state initiative designed to help adults, particularly those without a high school diploma or with limited basic skills, acquire the education and job training necessary to transition into better-paying, sustainable careers.
Here’s a breakdown of what it provides:
1. Integrated Education + Workforce Training
2. High School Equivalency Diplomas
3. Industry-Recognized Credentials & College Credit
4. Support Services (“Wraparound Service”)```
5. Accelerated Pathways
6. Access to Federal Financial Aid
Who is eligible/target population
· Adults (or near-adults) who lack a high school diploma or equivalency
· Individuals with low basic skills in reading, writing, and math who need remediation or foundational training.
· Low-wage workers or those without credentials who are disadvantaged in the job market.
MI-BEST allows qualified applicants to take courses they need to prepare for the high school equivalency exam (formerly GED®) while at the same time training for jobs in fields such as:
- Business and Office Technology
- Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
- Automobile Collision Repair
- Hotel and Restaurant Management
- Culinary Arts
- Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
There is no cost for tuition for students who qualify for MI-BEST.
For more information, contact:
Apryl Johnson
College and Career Navigator
ajohnson@eccc.edu
601-635-6360
