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Adult High School Completion Programs

Designed with the needs of working adults in mind, all three adult high school completion programs are intended for adult learners who do not have a high school diploma from the U.S. or another country. Wherever you are with your studies, we have the programs that fit you and your lifestyle. Find out how you can take the next step to fulfill your dreams!

Adult high school graduates

Adult High School Graduation
Graduates of all ages, from all corners of the globe, realize their common dream of completing high school.

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Finish High School – Which Way is Right for You?

Woodson Adult High School

National External Diploma Program (EDP)

General Educational Development® (GED)

Veterans' Honorary Diploma Program

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Woodson Adult High School
Take the courses you need to earn a standard high school diploma. Work in small, self-paced classes. Get more information or call 703-503-6406.


National External Diploma Program
This is a two-part program leading to an adult high school diploma. You will demonstrate your reading, writing, and math skills through a series of tasks and projects. Work at your own pace, completing most of the work in the privacy of your own home. Get more information or call 703-207-4014.


General Educational Development® (GED) Program
The GED Test is a national test which measures your knowledge and thinking skills in reading, writing, math, science, and social studies. Receive your equivalency certificate, accepted by most employers and colleges, after passing all five parts of the test. Get GED test times, dates, and locations schedule. Get more information or call 703-533-5466 or 703-660-2007.

Free GED practice tests are being offered beginning in September 2008.


Race to GED
The Race to GED is a statewide initiative that can help put you on the fast track to more money, greater confidence, and new success. To find out more, call 703-503-6411 or attend a free information session.


Virginia Veteran Honorary High School Diploma
Veteran Honorary High School Diplomas recognize the life experiences of veterans who were unable to complete their high school education because of service in the armed forces during World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War.

For more information on how to obtain an honorary diploma, please call Woodson Adult High School at 703-503-6407. Diploma recipients will be invited to participate in the adult high school graduation ceremony.


Resources
From computer labs to tutors, there is a variety of resources available to help you achieve your goal.


In the news - find out more on how these programs can help you.

Graduate receives his diploma. A Second Chance
The 19 graduates trickled in from their cell blocks and put on their crimson graduation robes over their detention center jumpsuits.

A Second Chance by James Cullum, Fairfax County Times, July 3, 2008

Adult high school student and teacher

Get the support you need to get your high school credential.
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Adult High School Completion Programs (AHSCP), designed with the needs of working adults in mind.
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External Diploma Program
Summary of the External Diploma Program from the Virginia Department of Education. Washingtonpost.com, October 29, 2007

Fewer Students Finishing High School?
Despite falling numbers, Fairfax maintains one of nation's top graduation rates. Julia O'Donoghue, Connection Newspaper, August 1, 2007

Higher Achievement
Nearly 200 adults celebrate high school diplomas.
Julia O'Donoghue, Connection Newspaper, August 14, 2007


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