High School Equivalency (GED)
Program Level:
Certificates, Continuing Education
Program Type:
Face-to-Face
Department:
Continuing Education
College:
ATI
Take the Next Step Toward Your Future
Alamo Technical Institute offers two pathways for eligible adults who want to earn a high school credential: GED® preparation and Graduation Alliance. Before beginning, each applicant meets with an Enrollment Coach, completes the required assessments, and provides supporting documentation. The Enrollment Coach will review the applicant’s information to determine the appropriate pathway.
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In-person Program format |
$350 Cost of tuition |
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Gain the Skills and Support to SucceedOur program covers all four GED® exam subject areas:
Learners are provided with practice tests and GED® free exam vouchers. Designed with a support system and quality instructors, learners develop the math, writing, reading, and critical thinking skills needed to pass the GED exam and earn a Texas Certificate of High School Equivalency (TxCHSE). As you near completion, we’ll work with you on your next steps to advance your career or college goals. |
Grants and Scholarships Are Available!Find out if you’re eligible to receive free tuition and job placement services that will enable you to secure an in-demand career. |
Eligibility Requirements
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All Applicants Must:
✓ Be 18 years of age or older when applying
✓ Provide an accepted document, such as a U.S. REAL ID, U.S. birth certificate, or another approved document.
✓ Complete required assessments related to barriers, academics, skills aptitude, and workplace readiness
✓ Meet with an Enrollment Coach to review assessment results, educational history, and program eligibility
✓ Be committed to completing the pathway determined through the enrollment and assessment process
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Applicants being assessed for Graduation Alliance must also:
✓ Provide an official or unofficial transcript from an accredited high school
✓ Need at least 6 and no more than 12 credits to graduate
✓ Meet the program’s six-credit residency requirement
✓ Learners must maintain ongoing module completion every month
✓ Be prepared to participate in a guided, self-paced online program
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Why Earn Your GED®? Education That Opens DoorsGED® graduates earn, on average, $9,000 more per year than individuals without a high school credential. |
Program Feature |
GED® Preparation |
Graduation Alliance |
| Credential Earned | Texas Certificate of High School Equivalency after successfully completing the required GED® exams | Accredited high school diploma after completing all program requirements |
| Program Modality | Face-to-face, instructor-led classes with access to online remediation | Guided, self-paced online instruction; may require moderate to advance technology skills/computer knowledge to navigate online platform |
| Best Suited For | Learners whose assessment and educational history indicate that GED® preparation is the appropriate pathway | Learners whose transcript shows they need between 6 and 12 credits to meet graduation requirement |
| Required Documentation | Accepted identification and eligibility documents | Accepted identification and eligibility documents, plus an official or unofficial transcript from an accredited high school |
| Credit Requirements | Previous high school credits do not determine placement | Must need at least 6 and no more than 12 credits to graduate, including the six-credit residency requirement |
| Placement Process | Determined by an Enrollment Coach after reviewing assessments, documentation, and educational history | Determined by an Enrollment Coach after reviewing assessments, documentation, educational history, and remaining high school credits |
| Schedule and Pace | Follows scheduled class dates and times | Self-paced, with guidance and progress support |
Your Course of Study
3-course program | 216 Total Course Hours
72 Hours
General Educational Development (GED) is a course designed to teach and incorporates specific performance criteria for participants to attain a GED credential. Skills in Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, and Math will be taught for students needing their high school equivalency credential.
The course will reflect the acquisition of knowledge, skills, and abilities that students would master in equivalent high school Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, and Math courses so that they may be successful in earning their High School Equivalency credential. Course material will be taught by an Adult Education Instructor in a lecture style format.
Additionally, students will have access to on-line remediation via Essential Education software. Students are expected to complete the official GED testing(s) as a course completion.
72 Hours
Our High School Equivalency program is designed to provide adult learners with a flexible, personalized, and supportive pathway to earn their high school equivalency diploma focused on mathematics and science.
Through interactive lessons, practice tests, and guided instruction, learners build foundational knowledge, test-taking strategies, and confidence to sucessfully pass the GED exam and pursue postsecondary education or career advancement.
72 Hours
Our High School Equivalency program is designed to provide adult learners with a flexible, personalized, and supportive pathway to earn their high school equivalency diploma focused on reading, writing and social studies.
Through interactive lessons, practice tests, and guided instruction, learners build foundational knowledge, test-taking strategies, and confidence to sucessfully pass the GED exam and pursue postsecondary education or career advancement.
ContactPhone: 210-485-0500 Email: dst-aceadmission@alamo.edu |
Get StartedGet career-ready with hands-on technical training for modern manufacturing. You can expect a response from our team within 24–48 hours. |
HB 1508This program may lead to an occupational license for which a prior criminal history may make a student ineligible. |