Pre-HiSET (Formerly GED) Preparation
Our Pre-HiSET Prep program is for individuals who are preparing for the HiSET, but may require additional support.
Enrollment in Pre-HiSET Prep requires fourth grade reading abilities and students must be at least 18 years old. Admissions are rolling with no waiting lists.
HiSET (Formerly GED) Preparation
Our HiSET Prep program supports individuals preparing for the HiSET with math, reading, writing, social studies and science instruction. Our HiSET classes integrate college and career-readiness skills into instruction.
Enrollment in HiSET Prep requires sixth grade reading abilities and students must be at least 18 years old. Admissions are rolling with no waiting lists.
College Prep
Our College Prep program is for college-bound students (18+) who have passed their HiSET exams or have high school diplomas, but would like to refresh their academic skills before taking their college placement tests. College prep classes focus on math, reading, writing, and computer skills for college. We also work on critical soft skills, such as developing study habits, managing time effectively, and employing effective basic research methods to facilitate the transition into college.
To enroll in College Prep, a student must either have a HSE credential or a high school diploma. The class runs three times a year in 14-week cycles.
Pathways-to-Careers Initiative
The X-Cel Pathways-to-Careers Initiative is focused on serving unemployed and underemployed young adults who lack a high school credential. The Initiative goal is to enable students to complete vital education credentials and at the same time develop the work-readiness skills and attitudes that employers are seeking. The Initiative integrates career-readiness skill development activities, career exploration and goal-setting, work-place site visits and job shadowing along with classes and customized instruction for the high school equivalency (HSE) exam.
The Pathways-to-Careers Initiative includes ten hours/week of HSE preparation classes, held in daytime or evening hours, and three hours/week of career workshops and employer visits. Career workshops feature employers who speak about how to be successful in the workplace and the particular skills and attitudes they are looking for in potential employees. Twice each month, students visit employer work-sites to learn about particular industries. As Pathways-to-Careers students begin to work toward their HSE exams and identify career goals, X-Cel staff work closely with them to choose a post-secondary workforce training program, industry-recognized college certificate program or associate/bachelor's degree programs that will lead to in-demand and high-growth occupations.