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ESL (English as a Second Language) Class
Learn to speak, read, and write in English.
Where
Please note:
- Must be able to attend 3 days per week.
- We do not offer child care.
- Seating is limited.
ESL Class Schedule
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
9 AM - 11:30 AM, 12 PM - 2:30 PM
- July 15th - Aug 28th, 2025
- September 2nd - October 23rd, 2025
- October 28th - December 18th, 2025
- January 6th - February 26th. 2026
- March 3rd - April 23rd, 2026
- April 28th - June 30th, 2026
Call to register at (814) 329-0261 or (814) 329-0253
Email [email protected]
Prep and Refresher Classes
The AASD Adult Education Program is fortunate to be a WIOA partner of the Southern Alleghenies Workforce Development Region (SAWD) and the PA CareerLink Blair County.
Many of our learners are referred to us by our PA CareerLink partners to refresh their math and reading skills in order to be eligible for SAWD funding that assists with trade/postsecondary tuition and its associated costs.
For adults whose goal is to enter employment, post-secondary, or career training programs, we offer math and reading refresher classes. These classes help the adult to ease back into being a student again, brush up on their academic skills, and gain confidence in order to be poised for success in future studies.
Class Times
Morning and Afternoon classes
Monday - Thursday
9 AM - 11:30 AM or 12 PM - 2:30 PM
Evening classes
Tuesday and Thursday
5 PM - 7 PM
Call (814) 329-0261 or (814) 329-0253 for more information
8 Easy Steps to your GED
High School Equivalency
The High School Equivalency exams measure achievement in social studies, science, language arts, and mathematics at the high school proficiency level. Free classroom instruction and free materials are available to persons who wish to prepare for the High School Equivalency exams.
The Pennsylvania Department of Education has approved two options for the
High School Equivalency Testing
Select an option below for more information.
**Important to note: Test-takers may select either GED or HiSet and pass a combined group of the tests from both companies to achieve the HSE diploma. This is a new change in Pennsylvania.**
Equivalency Options in Pennsylvania
How much does it cost?
We will never charge you for our services. TABE test, GED Official Practice Tests, classes, and instructional materials are provided free of charge. We are funded with state and federal tax dollars.
When you take your GED or HiSET exam, you will pay the testing service directly for the subtest(s) you take.
- GED at a Test Center: $36 (per subject).
- GED Test Online: $36 (per subject).
- HiSET: $24 (per subject); $120 (all subjects).
The Altoona Area School District is proud to be an approved
Pearson VUE Testing Center for GED exams.
Testing is located at the Altoona Area Junior High School, 1400 7th Avenue, Altoona PA, on the following dates by appointment and is scheduled through your personal account on ged.com
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Friday
(5 PM - 7 PM)
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Saturday
(8 AM -11 AM)
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| July 25th, 2025 |
July 26th, 2025
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| August 15th, 2025 |
August 16th, 2025
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| September 19th, 2025 | September 20th, 2025 |
| October 17th, 2025 | October 18th, 2025 |
| November 14th, 2025 | November 15th, 2025 |
| December 12th, 2025 | December 13th, 2025 |
| January 23rd, 2026 |
January 24th, 2026
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| February 20th, 2026 | February 20th, 2026 |
| March 20th, 2026 | March 21st, 2026 |
| April 24th, 2026 | April 25th, 2026 |
| May 15th, 2026 | May 16th, 2026 |
| June 19th, 2026 | June 20th, 2026 |
Transcript and Diploma Procedures
In an effort to enhance services for individuals who receive the Commonwealth Secondary School Diploma, the Pennsylvania Department of Education is transferring all of its diploma and transcript processing services to DiplomaSender.
Effective October 1, 2016, all Pennsylvania high school equivalency diplomas and transcripts for the GED test, HiSET exam, as well as those awarded through the 30 College Credit Option, will be handled by DiplomaSender. To request a copy of a transcript, diploma, or letter of verification of high school equivalency, visit the Diploma Sender website.
Effective October 1, 2016, all Pennsylvania high school equivalency diplomas and transcripts for the GED test, HiSET exam, as well as those awarded through the 30 College Credit Option, will be handled by DiplomaSender. To request a copy of a transcript, diploma, or letter of verification of high school equivalency, visit the Diploma Sender website.