Adult Basic Education FAQ

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How is adult education different from a traditional high school?

Our students do not earn credits or need a transcript to begin classes.  When students can pass all subjects of the High School Equivalency Test, they earn their High School Equivalency Diploma which is considered EQUAL to a general high school diploma.  

 

Who will accept a High School Equivalency Diploma?

Everyone!  Employers, colleges and universities, and the military all recognize the High School Equivalency Diploma as valid.

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Do you have to be 18 to take classes?

The time frame from start to finish is different for everyone.  Some finish in 3 weeks, some in 3 months, some in 3 years.  Many factors go into how long students need to study before passing the HSE test including where your academic skills start, classroom attendance, how much time you commit to studying outside of class time, and learning difficulties or disabilities.  After you take your TABE pretest, your teacher can better guide you on how long you may need to study before you are ready to take the HSE test.

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Can I take adult basic education classes if I don't want a diploma or career training?

Adult basic education's main purpose is to help those who do not have a US high school diploma earn one, or to help students earn a career certification.  Our funding is tied to outcomes in these two areas so we cannot accept students into our classes unless they are working toward an HSED or a career certification.

 

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How much does it cost to take the High School Equivalency test? 

Each subtest costs $28.80.  To take a full battery of tests is costs $144.  Scholarships are available for students of Washington Township Adult Education. 

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What's the difference between HiSET and GED?

The HiSET has five sections (Language Arts - Reading, Language Arts - Writing, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies), while the GED has four sections (Mathematics Reasoning, Reasoning Through Language Arts, Social Studies, and Science). While both cover similar topics, the HiSET divides Language Arts into Reading and Writing sections, and the GED combines them into one section.  

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What do I need to do to enroll in classes? 

You can register for our classes by clicking the "REGISTER NOW" button at the top of this page.  After registering, you will provide documentation (VALID ID examples), attend the orientation and complete your testing.  When testing is complete, you will be given information about your class and start date.