High School Equivalency
High School Equivalency (HSE) Certificate
A High School Equivalency certificate is issued by the state and is a portable credential, which means it is accepted from state to state as an HSE credential.
To earn an HSE certificate, a student must earn passing scores on each of the subjects of the HSE exam: mathematics, reading, writing, writing essay, science, and social studies.
HSE Preparation Courses
CCSD Adult Education offers a flexible schedule for students to work on coursework at their own pace with the guidance of licensed teachers in English and Spanish.
Options
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16 or 17 year olds – must take the pretest and practice tests for each subject in person; may complete coursework in person or online
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18 years and older – may attend in person or online
Cost
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Free preparation course, preparation materials, practice tests, and teacher support.
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$65 fee for the official HSE exam (includes 3 attempts per Subtest) – must be taken in person at the designated test center
Additional Resources at Adult Education
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Access to counselors
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Access to resume and career counseling
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