Adult High School Diploma (Distance EDUCATION)

Distant learning may be a more convenient means to obtain your GED, but it does NOT make it an easier task!

The Adult High School Diploma (Distance Education) program is a competency-based program that is available for adults 18 years or older. Distance Education meets the needs for those for whom traditional classroom settings will not work. The distance education program is available continuously 24 hours a day/7 days a week and utilizes computer and Internet-based instruction to complete the necessary high school credits. The instructors will provide support and encouragement to move the student toward successful completion of their high school diploma. This program requires an 85 percent mastery level for each module, unit exams and the requirements for High School Course completion. Our program is based on and meets the requirements of the North Carolina Standard Course of Study. Students entering the program are assessed to determine current academic skill levels. A demonstrated high school level of proficiency in reading is required for admission into this program. Instructors work with students to determine the course of study. Students needing more than 4 high school credits will be encouraged to pursue their GED. Students are provided software for installation on home computer and instruction on how to install and utilize that software. Student's academic skill levels are periodically reassessed throughout the time they are engaged in the training program.

To get started in your online Adult High School Diploma (Distance Education) program, click here for more information.

REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION (Adult High School Diploma)
COURSES	UNITS
English	4
Mathematics	3
Science	3
Social Studies	3
Health/PE	1
Electives	7
Total: 21

Each student must successfully pass the North Carolina Competency Examination or equivalent and have demonstrated high school proficiency as measured by standardized assessment.

For More Information:
Audrey Robinson-Mial, Online Instructor/Coordinator of Adult Basic Skills
miala@vgcc.edu • (252) 738-3212

Sue Grissom, Director of Basic Skills
grissom@vgcc.edu • (252) 738-3315