Thanksgiving Break Closure
Our office will be closed from Wednesday, November 27, through Sunday, December 1 for Thanksgiving. During this time, teachers and staff will be unavailable.
Online coursework will remain accessible for students to continue their studies. Regular operations will resume on Monday, December 2.
We wish you a happy and restful Thanksgiving!
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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