Passing a high school equivalency exam such as the GED can help further your career and education
High School Equivalency (HSE) classes get you career and college ready. These free, pre-college classes help people who don’t have a high school diploma earn a high school equivalency certificate (GED®). Passing the HSE exam such as the GED can help you get a new job, promotion or qualify for other forms of job training and post-secondary education assistance.
We believe everyone has the right to succeed and obtain an education. The Right to Succeed program at Kish assists young adults between the ages of 16 to 21 to obtain a high school equivalency certificate and get their lives moving forward. Instruction in math, science, social studies and language arts are all part of the class. Contact Julie Lieving, Transition Specialist, for more information on the Right to Succeed program.
| CLASS | DAYS | TIME | LOCATION | INSTRUCTION |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
ABE Language Arts Content |
Tuesdays & Thursdays |
9:00 am-11:30 am |
Westminster Presbyterian Church, DeKalb |
In-Person |
|
ABE-ASE Language Arts Content |
Mondays & Wednesdays |
5:30 pm-8:00 pm |
Sycamore High School |
In-Person |
|
ASE Language Arts Content |
Tuesdays & Thursdays |
9:00 am-11:30 am |
Westminster Presbyterian Church, DeKalb |
In-Person |
|
All Subjects — Fast-Track (Intensive) |
Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays |
1:00 pm-4:00 pm |
Kishwaukee College |
In-Person |
|
Bridge to Internet Technology |
Mondays & Wednesdays |
5:30 pm-8:00 pm |
Christ Community Church-DeKalb Outreach Center |
In-Person |
|
Language Arts — Fast-Track (Intensive) |
Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays |
1:00 pm-4:00 pm |
Kishwaukee College |
In-Person |
| Math Only |
Mondays & Wednesdays |
9:00 am-11:30 am |
Westminster Presbyterian Church, DeKalb |
In-Person |
| Math Only |
Mondays & Wednesdays |
1:00 pm-4:00 pm |
Sir Donald Foundation, DeKalb |
In-Person |
| Math Only |
Tuesdays & Thursdays |
5:30 pm-8:00 pm |
Sycamore High School |
In-Person |
| Spanish GED Language Arts/Social Studies |
Tuesdays & Thursdays |
6:00 pm-8:30 pm |
Rochelle United Methodist Church |
Hybrid |
| Spanish GED Math/Science |
Mondays & Wednesdays |
6:00 pm-8:30 pm |
Kishwaukee College |
In-Person |
*Language Arts content includes social studies and science.
A mix of in-person and Hybrid classes will be offered at Kishwaukee College in Malta and Westminster Presbyterian Church in DeKalb, the Sir Donald Foundation in DeKalb, Sycamore High School in Sycamore, and Rochelle United Methodist Church in Rochelle.
We have classes in subjects such as language arts, social studies, math and science. We cover adult basic and adult secondary skills equivalent to a high school education. Classes can be taken in English or Spanish, depending on the semester.
We also offer a Citizenship class that provides an overview of the U.S. Citizenship test including American history and government. Basic interviewing, test-taking and writing skills — including grammar and vocabulary in American English — will be addressed.
Registration takes place before the start of each semester at the College and various community sites. Late-start classes and late enrollment require registration at Kishwaukee College.
Call 815-825-9420 to schedule a registration appointment. Please leave a clear message with your name and phone number, and someone will contact you within 24 business hours.
Registration takes about three hours to complete. There are forms to complete and orientation. A high school equivalency test covers many subjects and you may already be competent in some of these areas. We want to make sure you take the classes you need to pass the test. You will take a placement assessment during registration.
You can start the process early.
Step 1. Watch the video below (Spanish & English version available).
Step 2. Download, fill out, and print the Registration Form.
Step 3. Bring the completed form with you to Registration (dates can be found on this
schedule).
Step 4. Plan up to three hours for assessment testing.
Se hace la registración/orientación para el programa de la Educación para Adultos en Kishwaukee College (GED e inglés como segunda lengua) antes del principio de cada semestre. Por favor, vea el calendario para determinar las fechas/horas/lugares de inscripción y orientación.
El proceso de la registración/orientación consiste en mirar el video, llenar la forma de registración, y tomar los examenes apropriados para la(s) clase(s) en las cuales tiene ínteres. Favor de planear hasta 3 horas para tomar los examenes de nivel. El personal va a determinar si necesita examenes adicionales. Después de tomar los examenes y completar el papeleo, va a registrarse para la(s) clase(s) apropriada(s).
Si prefiere, puede empezar el proceso antes de tiempo en su conveniencia.
Paso 1: Mire el video a continuación (version en español e inglés disponible)
Paso 2: Descarga, completa, e imprime la forma de inscripción.
Paso 3. Traiga la forma completada a la registración (se encuentran las fechas en
este horario).
Paso 4. Planifique hasta 3 horas para los examenes de evaluación.
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