Welcome to the AASD Adult Education Program
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The AASD Adult Education Program takes
great pride in assisting
adults to achieve their educational and career goals.
Obtaining a High School Equivalency diploma, changing a career, or entering college as an adult can be a challenge, especially with responsibilities at home and work. The AASD Adult Education Program can help!
Established in 1969, AASD has provided Adult Education opportunities at the AASD Adult Education Program for over 50 years.
Want to earn your High School Equivalency Diploma (formerly called the GED)?
Take our prep classes and Official Practice Tests!
Already have your diploma?
We can help you, too! Take our refresher classes to brush up on your Math or Reading skills to earn a better job, to prepare for career training, or to enter college.
AASD Adult Education classes are held at:
ArtsAltoona
2212 6th Avenue, Second Floor
Altoona, PA 16602
Thanks to the PA Department of Education, all programs and materials are provided FREE to our learners. We are a proud partner of the American Job Center network.
Adults living in Blair County are invited to enroll in FREE classes that fit their schedule and help them reach their goals.
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.
Getting Started
Orientation and TABE Testing
Adults begin their journey with us by completing New Learner Orientation and TABE Pretesting, which are held every week by appointment. You must complete both prior to beginning classes.
The TABE Pretesting assesses learners' skill levels so that teachers can guide students to the most appropriate class and determine a starting point for each learner.
During Orientation, our Student Support Coordinator will meet with each new student to:
- Develop SMART goals
- Identify potential barriers and solutions
- Review pretest results
- Explore your future paths
- Explore learning options
- Determine a class schedule
- Complete the Intake packet
Learning Options
Visit the Programs page for additional information!
In-Person Classes
Our certified instructors are ready to help you meet your goals in an encouraging classroom setting.
You can work at your own pace and practice the skills you want to focus on.
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- Mornings (9 AM-11:30 AM)- Monday through Thursday
- Afternoons (12 PM-2:30 PM)- Monday through Thursday
- Evenings (5 PM-7 PM)- Tuesday and Thursday
ESL classes consist of a six-week instructional session of classes. Attendance is required for all classes, either AM or PM. Pretesting with the CASAS Testing and Orientation is scheduled on an individual and in-person basis.
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- Mornings (9 AM - 11:30 AM) Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
- Afternoons (12 PM - 2:30 PM) Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Schedule an appointment with your instructor for the option to meet with your instructor virtually or over the phone.
Reinforce what you learned with your teacher during class by completing assignments at home at your own pace.
- You must attend in-person or Remote Real-Time Classes in order to use this learning option.
- The online supplemental options include: Google Classroom, Essential Ed., and Khan Academy.
- If you have no internet access, we can provide paper packets.
*Please note: The AASD Adult Education Program does not offer childcare for in-person classes.*