Study for the GED/HiSET Exams With NOCE!
The NOCE GED/HiSET Program helps adults prepare for their high school equivalency (GED or HiSET) exams by providing academic support and convenient classes online. Effective 2022 Fall, CASAS assessment is required.
NOCE provides support to students as they prepare to take the GED/HiSET exams. NOCE offers tutoring and classes at no cost to you! Take the next step with us!
- Tuition-Free Classes
- Instructor-Led Lessons
- Free Tutoring
- Online Classes
High School Diploma and GED/HiSET Prep Program Overview
Information Sessions
Note: All information sessions will be held virtually via Zoom video conferencing. You will receive an e-mail with meeting instructions before your workshop(s).
| Date | Time | Session Info |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, November 7, 2023 | 10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. | Sign Up Now |
| Tuesday, November 7, 2023 | 6 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. | Sign Up Now |
| Tuesday, November 14, 2023 | 10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. | Sign Up Now |
| Tuesday, November 14, 2023 | 6 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. | Sign Up Now |
| Tuesday, November 28, 2023 | 10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. | Sign Up Now |
| Tuesday, November 28, 2023 | 6 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. | Sign Up Now |
| Tuesday, December 5, 2023 | 10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. | Sign Up Now |
| Tuesday, December 5, 2023 | 6 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. | Sign Up Now |
| Tuesday, December 12, 2023 | 10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. | Sign Up Now |
| Tuesday, December 12, 2023 | 6 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. | Sign Up Now |
High School Diploma vs. GED/HiSET
The choice between earning a high school diploma or a high school equivalency certificate (GED/HiSET) depends on your personal needs. However, here are some important factors to consider in making your decision:
| Factors: | High School Diploma | GED/HiSET |
|---|---|---|
| Time to Complete | The amount of time varies depending on the number of credits you need to complete your diploma, how many hours you can attend in-person per week, your skill levels in reading and math, and your ability to learn new material and stay focused throughout your program. | The amount of time it takes to prepare for and pass the GED/HiSET exam varies for each student. |
| Format | Work at your own pace! Use textbooks to study high school subjects, pass subject tests, and earn credits toward a diploma. To obtain a high school diploma, students must finish a series of courses. This program requires you to regularly attend a high school lab to work on these courses. | A high school equivalency (GED/HiSET) certificate is earned from the State of California by passing the series of GED or the HiSET exams. The free, GED/HiSET Preparation courses help you prepare for the exams. NOCE offers tutoring and academic support. For more information, visit: GED.com |
| Cost | The High School Diploma Program is free; textbooks and learning materials are provided for use in the High School labs at each NOCE Center. | The cost for the HiSET exam or GED varies. Please visit, GED.com for the latest costs for receiving your GED certificate. |
| Location | The NOCE High School Diploma Program is available at all three NOCE Centers in Anaheim, Cypress, and Fullerton. Select high school subjects are offered online. | The GED/HiSET Prep Program is offered online. |
| Accommodations | You may qualify to receive special accommodations from our Disability Support Services Program if you have a verified disability. | You may qualify to receive special accommodations from our Disability Support Services Program if you have a verified disability. |
Have Questions?
For registration assistance or help with myGateway, contact our StarHelp Customer Service at 714.808.4679 or starhelp@noce.edu.
For questions about the NOCE GED/HiSET Preparation Program, contact 714.808.4607
Ready to Take the Next Step?
For more information on how to register to GED/HiSET preparation classes please visit the registration page.
