HSE/GED Test Prep Classes

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Prepare for the GED for free with HCDE!

  • Welcome to HCDE Adult Education – Your Path to a GED Starts Here!

    We can help you pass the GED exam and earn your high school equivalency certificate. With HCDE Adult Education, you will get:

    • Help in core GED subjects: Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies

    • Free class materials provided

    • Free GED test vouchers (eligibility required)

    • Class options in English and Spanish

    • In-person and virtual class formats to fit your schedule

Eligibility Requirements

    • Proof of citizenship or legal resident status (for example, unrestricted REAL Texas ID or Driver's License.) Review a complete list of acceptable documents

    • Be at least 19, to register for class

      • If you are 18 or 17 years of age, you must be officially withdrawn from public school and have parental consent.

      • At 16, you must submit a court order that indicates you are ordered to get a GED.

    • Live in Harris or Liberty County

    • Attend orientation and registration

    • Commit to attending every class

    • Have access to technology (computer, smartphone, tablet, and internet)

     

    Review List of Acceptable Documents

Virtual GED Classes

    • Live instruction through Zoom with real-time support from a teacher

    • Classes are available in both English and Spanish

    • Orientation is required and details are sent via email one week before registration

    • To be considered, check upcoming registration schedule and fill out the interest survey – registration is invite-only and space is limited

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    Complete Interest Survey

In-Person GED Classes

    • Held at designated locations across Harris County

    • Registration is in person only and spots are limited – first come, first served

    • Classes meet 2 days a week for 3 hours each day

    • Check the Registration Schedule for dates and locations

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  • Adult education and literacy services are provided with support from the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) to help individuals find a job, keep a job, or get a better job. Harris County Department of Education supports, and TWC is committed to providing a learning and working environment that promotes personal integrity, civility, and mutual respect free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and gender expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status.  

    Harris County Department of Education is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. (Please request reasonable accommodations a minimum of two business days in advance.) Relay Texas Numbers: 800-735-2989 (TDD), 1-800-735-2988 (voice), or 711.