High School Diploma and GED Resources

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1 High School Diploma and GED Resources A Guide for Transition Age Youth Alameda County, California and surrounding counties Beyond Emancipation April 2014

2 Beyond Emancipation 675 Hegenberger Rd., Suite 100 Oakland, CA Alameda County ILSP Beyond Emancipation (B:E) Fred Finch Youth Center ILSP Hegenberger Partners Youth Advocacy Program (YAP) WestCoast Children s Clinic Foster Youth Alliance (FYA) Services and support are available at our Hegenberger office for current and former foster youth, as well as youth who lived in group homes or residential treatment programs. Youth from both the child welfare and probation systems are welcome to check with us to discuss their goals and needs and to learn about the services and resources that are available to help them. BUS: The 45 and 73 AC Transit bus lines stop right in front of the building. BART: BART to the Coliseum station, catch the 45 or 73 bus or walk eight minutes across San Leandro St. west up the entrance ramp to 675 Hegenberger Road.

3 About This Guide This guide is intended to help TAY (transition age youth) and supportive adults to make informed decisions about programs designed to help them succeed in obtaining their high school diploma or GED certificate. Services and fees vary from one program to the next and are outlined in this guide. To make this process easier, this guide addresses common questions one may have when deciding on a program, such as, do they offer the GED test or the CAHSEE exam? Does this program offer GED prep classes? How much is the GED test? And so much more! All services are available for transition age youth, however, if you are a current or former foster youth, or a youth from the juvenile probation system, you may be eligible to have your registration and test fees covered by Alameda County Independent Living Skills Program (ILSP). Disclaimer and Acknowledgement This booklet is not a comprehensive guide to all of the GED and High School Diploma providers in and around Alameda County. The guide presents organizations that Beyond Emancipation (B:E) has worked with or researched. Please note that the guide is updated twice a year and you can contact B:E to request the most recent version. You can also find this in PDF format online at: If you feel as though an organization has been left out or that information is inaccurate or outdated, please contact us with your suggestions (cralph@beyondemancipation.org). Thanks to the staff at the adult schools and organizations listed in this guide for their commitment to providing services to transition age youth and persevering during a time of economic crisis. Most of all, thanks to the transition age youth for their courage and determination. Created & Edited by Courtney Ralph November 2012

4 Table of Contents GED and HS Diploma programs are listed by community. What you should know and ask...1 Alameda County Alameda....2 Berkeley Castro Valley...3 Fremont..4 Hayward....4 Livermore....5 Newark...5 Oakland Piedmont Pleasanton San Francisco...12 San Leandro San Lorenzo...13 Union City...13 Contra Costa County Antioch Pittsburg Brentwood Richmond Concord Walnut Creek Martinez Sacramento County...15 Sacramento San Francisco County San Joaquin County Manteca Stockton Tracy San Mateo County..16 Daly City South San Francisco San Mateo Solano County...17 Fairfield Vacaville Rio Vista Vallejo

5 What you should know... To earn a high school diploma you must pass the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE). If you haven t passed the CAHSEE, it can be taken at an adult school or program that offers the exam. The GED (General Education Development) is a certificate that is equivalent to a high school diploma. If you re interested in obtaining your GED, you must pass all five subject tests: Language Arts: Writing Language Arts: Reading Social Studies Science Mathematics GED prep classes are a great way to prepare for the GED exam. In most cases, classes are offered several times a week along with a GED practice test to evaluate whether you re ready to take the GED exam. GED prep classes are highly recommended prior to taking the exam to ensure successful results. It s common for schools or the organization to require an assessment prior to starting a high school or GED prep program. The assessment allows the counselors to evaluate your reading and math skill levels. What you should ask There are various fees required, such as, registration fee, textbook fee and/or test fee. Fees will vary from one program to the next, so it is important for you to ask what fees are required and how much they are. If you are a current or former foster youth, or a youth from the juvenile probation system, you may be eligible to have your registration and test fees covered by Alameda County Independent Living Skills Program (ILSP). Choose a program at a school or organization easily accessible by public transportation. Ask for the closest bus line or BART station. All programs require a certain amount of commitment. So you should decide if the program you re considering works well with your schedule, i.e. job, daycare, and/or school. What s next? What would you like to do after you get your high school or GED? This is an important question that you may or may not know the answers to. The pathways can vary from going to college, a job training program, employment, military, and/or a service program. What ever pathway you choose to take, completing your high school education with a diploma or GED is the most important first step! 1

6 Alameda Alameda Adult School 1900 Third St Alameda, CA alameda.k12.ca.us GED test Yes Summer classes No GED prep classes Yes GED test in Spanish No HS Diploma prep classes Yes Independent Study Yes Registration is required along with a $50 fee for the GED prep classes and high school prep classes. Placements test are given prior to prep classes. GED tests are $175 for the entire series and is offered 5 times per academic year (September through June). Re test $35 for each subject. For those interested in obtaining their HS diploma you must bring an official copy of your most recent high school transcript. The CAHSEE exam is offered multiple times per academic year and is FREE. For more information on services provided by Alameda Adult School, please call or go to the website provided. Berkeley Berkeley Adult School 1701 San Pablo Ave Berkeley, CA bas.berkeley.net GED Test No Summer classes No GED prep classes Yes GED test in Spanish Yes HS Diploma prep classes Yes Independent Study Yes Registration is required along with a $35 fee and students must bring their valid ID. Placements test are given prior to prep classes on Tuesdays (call for times). GED tests are $135 for the entire series and is offered at least 10 times per academic year (September through June). Re test $25 for each subject. For those interested in obtaining your HS diploma you must bring an official copy of your most recent high school transcript and their CAHSEE results. The CAHSEE exam is offered multiple times per academic year and is FREE. For more information on services provided by Berkeley Adult School, please call or go to the website provided. If eligible, Alameda County ILSP can pay your registration and test fees. For 2

7 Berkeley Multicultural Institute 1920 Seventh St Berkeley, CA mionline.org GED test No* Summer classes No HS Diploma (CAHSEE Exam) No GED prep in Spanish Yes GED prep classes(span. Only) Yes GED test in Spanish No* HS Diploma prep classes No Independent Study No * Referred to Berkeley Adult School Registration is required along with a $50 fee & $20 textbook fee, Students must bring their valid ID. Please call for registration dates & times. The GED prep class is a 3 week intensive course offered four times per academic year. Please call for class dates & times. Students interested in taking the GED test in Spanish are referred to Berkeley Adult School. For more information on services provided by Multicultural Institute, please call or go to the website provided. Castro Valley Castro Valley Adult School 4430 Alma Ave Castro Valley, CA cvadult.org GED test Yes Summer classes Yes GED prep classes Yes GED test in Spanish Yes HS Diploma prep classes Yes Independent Study Yes Registration is FREE (A $50 refundable deposit required for materials may be required). students must bring their valid ID. Placement tests are NOT given. Please call for dates and times for GED prep classes. GED tests are $140 for the entire series and is offered 4 times between September and December. Re test $35 for each subject. Please call for registration dates & times. For those interested in obtaining your HS diploma you must bring an official copy of your most recent high school transcript and their CAHSEE results. The CAHSEE exam is offered multiple times per academic year and is FREE. For more information on services provided by Castro Valley Adult School, please call or go to the website provided. Test can be taken up to 3 times, anyone who does not pass, must wait 60 days before re taking the test. If eligible, Alameda County ILSP can pay your registration and test fees. For 3

8 Fremont Fremont Adult School 4700 Calavares Ave Fremont, CA fremont.k12.ca.us/face GED test Yes Summer classes Yes GED prep classes Yes GED test in Spanish No HS Diploma prep classes Yes Independent Study Yes Registration is required no fee per quarter and students must bring their valid ID. Placements test are given prior to GED prep and high school classes. Please call for dates and times for GED prep classes. GED tests are $140 for the entire series and is offered 10 times between August and December. Re test $35 for each subject. Students interested in obtaining their HS diploma must bring an official copy of their most recent high school transcript and their CAHSEE results. The CAHSEE exam is offered multiple times per academic year and is FREE. For more information on services provided by Fremont Adult School, please call or go to the website provided. Hayward Hayward Adult School Princeton St Hayward, CA has.edu GED test Yes Summer classes No GED prep classes Yes GED test in Spanish Yes HS Diploma prep classes Yes Independent Study Yes Registration is required prior to orientation. Orientation is free, Students must bring their valid ID when they register. Assessment tests are given prior to GED prep classes. Students will be required to pay the $95 processing fee, including 2 convenience fees for the 17 week long GED class. GED tests are $140 for the entire series and is offered every week during the school year. Re test $35 for each subject. For those interested in obtaining your HS diploma you must bring an official copy of your most recent high school transcripts. The CAHSEE exam is offered multiple times per academic year and is FREE. For more information on services provided by Hayward Adult School, please call or go to the website provided. If eligible, Alameda County ILSP can cover your registration and test fees. For 4

9 Livermore Livermore Adult School 1401 Almond Ave Livermore, CA livermoreadulted.org GED test No Summer classes No GED prep classes Yes GED test in Spanish No HS Diploma prep classes Yes Independent Study Yes Registration is required with a $50 fee + $50 book deposit (book deposit can be waived for financial issues) and students must bring their valid ID. Placements test are NOT given. For those interested in obtaining your HS diploma you must bring an official copy of your most recent high school transcript and their CAHSEE results. The CAHSEE exam is offered multiple times per academic year and is FREE. For more information on services provided by Livermore Adult School, please call or go to the website provided. Newark Newark Adult School MacGregor Alternative Education Cedar Blvd Newark, CA macgregor nusd ca.schoolloop.com GED test No Summer classes No GED prep classes No GED test in Spanish No HS Diploma prep classes Yes Independent Study No Registration is required prior to orientation. There is a $50 registration fee + $50 book deposit (deposit is refundable if book is returned in good condition). Please call for registration and orientation dates & times. Assessment tests are NOT given. For those interested in obtaining your HS diploma you must bring an official copy of your most recent high school transcript and their CAHSEE results. The CAHSEE exam is offered multiple times per academic year and is FREE. For more information on services provided by Newark Adult School, please call or go to the website provided. * If paying by check, two separate checks must be made for registration fee and book deposit. If eligible, Alameda County ILSP can cover your registration and test fees. For 5

10 Oakland Civicorps 101 Myrtle St Oakland, CA cvcorps.org GED test No Summer classes No GED prep classes No GED test in Spanish No HS Diploma prep classes Yes Independent Study No Civicorps is a program for young adults (18 24) who are looking for a safe environment, where he or she can not only obtain a high school diploma; but grow into an independent, responsible adults, along with paid on the job training. This high school recovery program is only available to Civicorps participants. Located in West Oakland. NO FEE required. For those interested an application, required documents, and interview all required to begin program. For more information on services provided by Civicorps, please call or go to the website provided. Covenant House 200 Harrison St Oakland, CA covenanthousecalifornia.org GED test No Summer classes Yes HS Diploma (CAHSEE Exam) No GED prep in Spanish No GED prep classes Yes GED test in Spanish No HS Diploma prep classes No Independent Study No Covenant House offers tutoring and GED prep classes only to current residents. Covenant House California (CHC) is a non profit agency whose mission is to reach out to at risk homeless youth living on the streets and offer them hope and opportunities to turn their lives around. Located in Jack London Square Oakland, CA. All services are FREE. For more information on services provided by Covenant House, please call or go to the website provided. If eligible, Alameda County ILSP can pay your registration and test fees. For 6

11 Oakland Dr. J. Alfred Smith Jr. Training Academy (DJASSTA) 8501 International Blvd., Bldg. A Oakland, CA djassta.net GED test No Summer classes No HS Diploma (CAHSEE Exam) No GED prep in Spanish No GED prep classes Yes GED test in Spanish No HS Diploma prep classes No Independent Study No Registration and orientation is required, and offered Tuesday Thursday. Students must bring their valid ID. GED prep classes are FREE and are offered Tuesday Thursday from 9am to 1pm. For more information on services provided by DJASSTA, please call or go to the website provided. East Oakland Youth Development Center (EOYDC) 8200 International Blvd Oakland, CA eoydc.org GED test No Summer classes Yes HS Diploma (CAHSEE Exam) No GED prep in Spanish No GED prep classes Yes GED test in Spanish No HS Diploma prep classes No Independent Study No Orientation is required and students must bring a valid ID. Orientations are every 3:30pm and are held at the East Oakland Youth Development Center. Placements test are given at an offsite location, transportation is provided by EOYDC. GED services are FREE and offered Monday Friday in two sessions.morning session from 9:30am to 12:00pm and Afternoon from 1:00pm to 3:30pm. Please call for dates and times for GED prep classes. For more information on services provided by EOYDC, please call or go to the website provided. If eligible, Alameda County ILSP can pay your registration and test fees. For more info, please contact the Education Specialists at Beyond Emancipation 7

12 Oakland Gateway to College at Laney College Laney College, Building A, Room A Fallon St Oakland, CA gatewaytocollege.org GED test No Summer classes No GED prep classes No GED test in Spanish No HS Diploma prep classes Yes Independent Study No Gateway to College is a college based dual credit program that serves eligible students who have dropped out of (or are unlikely to graduate from) high school and who simultaneously earn a high school diploma and substantial college credit. Please note, in order to participate in this program, you or someone you know, who is interested, must be a resident of Oakland. To find out more about the eligibility requirements for this program, please go to the website ( and click on frequently asked questions to view the eligibility guidelines. For more information on services provided by Gateway to College, please call or go to the website provided. Next Steps Learning Center 2222 Curtis St Oakland, CA nextsteplc.org GED test No Summer classes Yes HS Diploma (CAHSEE Exam) No GED prep in Spanish No GED prep classes Yes GED test in Spanish No HS Diploma prep classes No Independent Study No Next Steps Learning Center provides GED preparation and counseling. Open enrollment is by appointment only. Please call between 9am and 4pm to schedule an appointment. A reading assessment will be given to determine skill level. GED prep classes are offered everyday. Please call for specific times for the GED prep classes. All services are FREE. For more information on services provided by Next Steps Learning Center, please call or go to the website provided. If eligible, Alameda County ILSP can cover your registration and test fees. For 8

13 Oakland Oakland Adult & Career Education MyClymonds Educational Complex Myrtle St. Room (Spanish) Oakland, CA ousdace.org GED test Yes Summer classes No HS Diploma (CAHSEE Exam) No GED prep in Spanish Yes GED prep classes Yes GED test in Spanish Yes HS Diploma prep classes No Independent Study No Registration and orientation is required and are offered twice a week, along with a fee of $10. Students are urged to bring a valid ID. Placements test are given at time of orientation. Please call or go to website for orientation & assessment schedule. GED tests are $150 for the entire series and are given monthly. Re test $20 for each subject. For more information on services provided by Oakland Adult and Career Education, please call or go to the website provided. Scotlan Youth and Family Center 1651 Adeline St Oakland, CA scotlancenter.org GED test No Summer classes No HS Diploma (CAHSEE Exam) No GED prep in Spanish No GED prep classes Yes GED test in Spanish No HS Diploma prep classes No Independent Study Yes Services are FREE for this 12 week course. Registration is required. Please call for registration dates & times. Placements test are given. Please call for dates and times for GED prep classes. Participants, who are ready to take the GED test, are referred out to adult schools for testing. GED tests fees are paid for by Scotlan Youth and Family Center. For more information on services provided by Scotlan Youth and Family Center, please call or go to the website provided. If eligible, Alameda County ILSP can cover your registration and test fees. For 9

14 Oakland The Youth Empowerment Partnership, Inc. (Y.E.P.) 2300 International Blvd Oakland, CA yep.org GED test No Summer classes Yes HS Diploma (CAHSEE Exam) No GED prep in Spanish No GED prep classes Yes GED test in Spanish No HS Diploma prep classes No Independent Study No Y.E.P is a non profit youth adult employment training agency that provides training, academic support, job placement, and other support services to youth in Oakland. Currently, GED services are only offered to those on probation or parole. Registration is required, no fee required. GED testing is referred out to Hayward Adult School. Y.E.P. will waive GED test fee for individuals that compete the GED prep courses. Please call for dates and times for GED prep classes. For more information on services provided by Y.E.P., please call or go to the website provided. Youth Uprising (YU) 8711 MacArthur Blvd Oakland, CA youthuprising.org GED test No Summer classes Yes HS Diploma (CAHSEE Exam) No GED prep in Spanish No GED prep classes Yes GED test in Spanish No HS Diploma prep classes No Independent Study No Youth Uprising provides GED preparation classes and tutoring services, which are available to members only. To become a member you must live in Alameda County, download and complete an application, and attend a mandatory orientation & assessment (Tuesday Thursday, 2pm 5pm) at Youth Uprising. All those interested must bring proof of address and age, please refer to website for examples. All programming and services at Youth Uprising are FREE to members. For more information on services provided by Youth Uprising, please call or go to the website provided. If eligible, Alameda County ILSP can cover your registration and test fees. For 10

15 Piedmont Piedmont Adult School 800 Magnolia Ave Piedmont, CA piedmontadultschool.org GED test No Summer classes Yes GED prep classes No GED test in Spanish No HS Diploma prep classes Yes Independent Study Yes Registration is required and all services are FREE. For those interested in obtaining their HS diploma must bring a copy of their most recent high school transcript. The CAHSEE exam is offered multiple times per academic year and is FREE. For more information on services provided by Piedmont Adult School, please call or go to website. San Francisco Treasure Island Job Corps 351 Avenue H San Francisco, CA GED test Yes Summer classes No GED prep classes Yes GED test in Spanish No HS Diploma prep classes Yes Independent Study No Jobcorps is a FREE career training program where students can learn the skills to be successful in today s workforce. Students can, if needed, receive additional academic support, such as, getting a high school diploma or GED prior to leaving the center. Services are available only to enrolled students. If interested and would like more information on the programs and services provided by Jobcorps, please call Rochelle Thommes, Admissions Dept. at (415) or go to website. If eligible, Alameda County ILSP can cover your registration and test fees. For 11

16 San Leandro San Leandro Adult School 1448 Williams St San Leandro, CA GED test No Summer classes No GED prep classes No GED test in Spanish Yes HS Diploma prep classes Yes Independent Study Yes Registration is required for high school diploma classes. For those interested in getting their HS diploma, there is a $30 registration fee. Students interested in obtaining their HS diploma must bring a copy of their most recent high school transcripts and registration fee payment. The CAHSEE exam is offered multiple times per academic year and is FREE. For more information on services provided by San Leandro Adult School, please call or go to website. San Lorenzo San Lorenzo Adult School 820 Bockman Rd San Lorenzo, CA slzusd ca.schoolloop.com GED test No Summer classes No GED prep classes No GED test in Spanish No HS Diploma prep classes Yes Independent Study No Registration is required along with a $30 fee per trimester and must be done in person. Please call for registration dates & times. Placement tests are NOT given. Students interested in obtaining their HS diploma must bring an official copy of their most recent high school transcripts. The CAHSEE exam is offered multiple times per academic year and is FREE. For more information on services provided by San Lorenzo Adult School, please call or go to the website provided. If eligible, Alameda County ILSP can cover your registration and test fees. For 12

17 Union City New Haven Adult School 600 G Street Union City, CA GED test No Summer classes No GED prep classes Yes GED test in Spanish No HS Diploma prep classes Yes Independent Study No Registration is required and is on going. The registration for new students is $50, for continuing student the registration fee is $50(includes book). Online GED classes are available for those who can t make class during the day session, a fee of $89 is required for online courses. Please bring a copy of most recent transcripts. Placement tests are given at the time of registration. The CAHSEE exam is offered multiple times per academic year and is FREE. For more information on services provided by New Haven Adult School, please call or go to the website provided. If eligible, Alameda County ILSP can cover your registration and test fees. For 13

18 Surrounding Counties The adult schools listed below, in the following 6 counties, offer high school diploma and/or GED preparation classes and testing. For more information, please call or go to the website provided. For a complete list of adult schools in your area, please visit californiaadultschools.org. Contra Costa County Acalanes Adult Education Center 1963 Tice valley Blvd ext Walnut Creek, CA acalanes.k 12.ca.us Antioch Adult Education Center 820 W. 2nd St Antioch, CA aaep antioch ca.schoolloop.com/adulteducation Liberty Adult Education 929 Second St Brentwood, CA libertyadulted.org Martinez Adult Education 600 F St Martinez, CA martinez.k12.ca.us/schools/mac Mt. Diablo Adult Education 1266 San Carlos Ave Concord, CA mdusd.k12.ca.us/adulted Pittsburg Adult Education 1151 Stoneman Ave Pittsburg, CA pittsburg.k12.ca.us/paec West Contra Costa Adult Education Serra Campus 6028 Ralston Ave Richmond, CA wccae.info Alvarado Campus 5625 Sutter St Richmond, CA wccae.info GED preparation classes and test available in Spanish. If eligible, Alameda County ILSP can cover your registration and test fees. For 14

19 Sacramento County For a complete list of adult schools in your area, please visit californiaadultschools.org Elk Grove Adult & Community Education 8401 B Gerber Rd Sacramento, CA egace egusd ca.schoollop.com CAJ Skills & Business Education 5451 Lemon Hill Ave ext 1021 Sacramento, CA caj.edu Natomas Adult School 3401 Fong Ranch Rd ext Sacramento, CA natomas.k12.ca.us San Francisco County For a complete list of adult schools in your area, please visit californiaadultschools.org City College of San Francisco John Adams Campus 1860 Hayes St San Francisco, CA ccsf.edu Southeast Campus 1800 Oakdale Ave San Francisco, CA ccsf.edu Gough Street Campus 31 Gough St. Room San Francisco, CA ccsf.edu Gateway to College City College of San Francisco Ocean Campus 50 Phelan Ave. Multi Use Building San Francisco, CA gatewaytocollege.org If eligible, Alameda County ILSP can cover your registration and test fees. For more info, please contact the Education Specialists at Beyond Emancipation 15

20 Larkin Street Youth Services Hire Up Program 1154 Sutter St ext. 217 San Francisco, CA larkinstreetyouth.org Treasure Island Job Corps 351 Avenue H San Francisco, CA treasureisland.jobcorps.gov See page 12. San Joaquin County For a complete list of adult schools in your area, please visit californiaadultschools.org Manteca Adult School Lindbergh Education Center 2271 W Louise Ave Manteca, CA manteca.schoolpan.com/school/lindberghadult Stockton School for Adults 1525 Pacific Ave Stockton, CA sa susd ca.schoolloop.com Tracy Adult School 1895 W. Lowell Ave Tracy, CA tracy.k12.ca.us/sites/tas/pages/default.aspx San Mateo County For a complete list of adult schools in your area, please visit californiaadultschools.org Adult Education South San Francisco 825 Southwood Dr South San Francisco, CA ssfae ssfusd ca.schoolloop.com Jefferson Adult Education 699 Serramonte Blvd.# Daly City, CA jeffersonadulted.net San Mateo Adult School 789 E. Poplar Ave San Mateo, CA smace.org If eligible, Alameda County ILSP can cover your registration and test fees. For 16

21 Solano County For a complete list of adult schools in your area, please visit californiaadultschools.org Fairfield Suisun Adult School 900 Travis Blvd Fairfield, CA fsas.fsusd.org Wind River Adult School 400 Elm Way Rio Vista, CA windriver.riverdelta.org Vacaville Educational Extension Program 100 McClellan St Vacaville, CA adulted vusd ca.schoolloop.com Vallejo Adult School 2833 Tennessee St Vallejo, CA vas vcusd ca.schoolloop.com If eligible, Alameda County ILSP can cover your registration and test fees. For 17

22 Personal Notes

23 Self Empowerment Financial Independence Wellness Access to Counseling, Medical & Dental Care School & Jobs Access to Education & Job Training Social Housing Supports Safe, Kinship Stable, & Social & Longterm Network Social Supports Kinship & Social Networks

24 Our mission is to help Alameda County s current and former foster youth make successful transitions into adulthood and independent living. Beyond Emancipation is Alameda County s primary provider of aftercare services to youth from the child welfare system. In addition, we provide these services to eligible youth from the juvenile probation system. Information and referral support is available to all transitional age youth, between the ages of 16 to 24. Courtney Ralph Education & Employment Coordinator (510) Alison Traina Education & Employment Coordinator (510) Chris Walker Community Engagement Specialist (510) Beyond Emancipation 675 Hegenberger Road, Suite 100 Oakland, CA Main: (510) Fax: (510) beyondemancipation.org