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Adult Education is a non-credit program that prepares students for credit classes and the GED® test.

• Classes range from $37 to $158 (see costs in class schedule)
• Improve your skills in reading, writing, and math
• Some classes require purchase of a textbook
• Classes are open to students 16 and older (students under 18 must submit an official release from their high school before registering)
• Students age 16-20 may qualify for Yes to College

Steps to enroll

Please read all of this information and complete steps 1-3 prior to December 10 to get prepared for Winter term. Winter term begins on January 5. The college will be closed from December 20 to January 4.

1. Apply to PCC

Complete the admissions form.
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2. Complete CASAS testing

Students who are interested in taking GED® classes are required to take the CASAS Placement Reading and Math tests before registering for classes. CASAS Placement Testing is on a drop-in basis and is open. We’ll add schedule testing again soon – please check back.

3. Attend the Adult Education and GED® Orientation

At the orientation, you will:

• Meet your Adult Ed Navigator, who will help you get started and register for classes
• Learn about the math, reading/writing, social studies, and science prep course options
• Learn about the GED® tests
• Get tips about technology and online learning
• Ask questions about the program

4. Consider study options

Classes are held in-person and online. Your Adult Ed Navigator can help you decide which is right for you. For more about online classes, see online GED® classes. Spanish GED® classes are offered at Southeast and Willow Creek. The steps to enroll are different: see Spanish GED®.

5. Paying for classes

Be ready to pay for your classes at the time of registration. Class fees range from $60 to $190 per term depending on your class schedule. You may qualify for a class fee waiver. Waivers are covered at the orientation. Students must submit them each term they enroll.

Learn more about the GED® certificate

A GED® certificate can be earned by those who have not completed high school and who are at least 16 years old. The GED® certificate is accepted as a substitute for a high school diploma by many employers, apprenticeship programs, community colleges, and universities. It is used all over the United States and Canada, although passing scores may vary from state to state.