Program Basics
Where can students take HSE courses?
On Central's campus and select community sites.
If a student is interested in HSE community or campus classes where should they start?
Visit one of the campuses listed to speak with a Career and College Readiness Specialist. Complete a CCR application. Register for placement testing/orientation. After testing is complete, book an advising appointment and an advisor will register student for a class based on levels.
What percentage of registered classes must students attend?
85%
What are the two nationally recognized assessments used to obtain a High School Equivalency in North Carolina?
GED & HiSET
If a student has a high school diploma, what are some other reasons students would be in the HSE program?
Students who are preparing for a Workforce Certificate Exam and other placement exams can also utilize HSE's test prep courses.
How many levels are the HSE courses organized into?
6
A student has not attended HSE classes for over 90 days. What steps are needed for this returning student to re-enter the program on campus?
Schedule placement test and meet with an advisor
What is the purpose of regular progress testing in the HSE program, and what are the consequences if a student fails to meet this requirement?
To gauge student progress and levels - if students dont test they cannot continue with the program
What are some other services that community sites offer to help the student experience?
childcare, transportation assistance, and food services—to help reduce obstacles and encourage consistent attendance. These resources make it easier for students to focus on their education and thrive in their learning journey.
How will the student find out their HSE level?
Students take an initial placement test to determine their starting level
Explain what an "Attendance Hold" is and under what circumstances it would be placed on a student’s record.
They register and fail to attend within the first 2 weeks of classes.
Stop attending for 2 weeks or more without communicating with advisor and instructor.
Attend the first two weeks but fail to earn the required minimum.
Fail to progress test.
How many hours do students need to take the GED or HiSET?
None students can test anytime they feel ready!
How many HSe graduates were there for the 2024-2025 school year?
99
What level would a student have to be in reading to take social studies and science?
level 3
How can students avoid attendance holds?
If students will be absent, change availability, or otherwise cannot meet the requirement, it is their responsibility to inform the advisors or their instructors to officially drop the class before they reach 2 weeks of non attendance.
Which test (GED or HiSET) provides a non-computer option for students?
HiSET
No - they are slightly varied based on the community site availability.
If a student cannot commit to a standard class schedule what would be a good placement option for them?
Open labs
For a 30 hour class students can miss no more than....
4.5 hours
How many subject tests do students have to pass to earn their high school equivalent credential?
5