About High School Equivalency and GED Preparation
Adults who do not have a high school diploma can study for their high school equivalency at Delaware County Literacy Council.
The GED® is a computer-based test offered at various local test sites. Passing the four subject tests of the GED is accepted in Pennsylvania as equivalent to a high school diploma. For more information or to register for a test, visit www.ged.com.
HiSET is another high school equivalency test accepted in Pennsylvania. HiSET is offered on paper or on computer and includes five subject tests. For more information or to register for a test, see the HiSET Pennsylvania test-takers page.
GED Preparation Services Available
Free GED preparation classes for adults are available during the day and evening in Chester. Once enrolled, students must attend all scheduled classes.
Free tutoring and small-group instruction are available for adults who need to improve their skills before studying for the GED. Tutoring occurs twice a week either online or at a public location agreed upon by the tutor and student, such as a local library. Daytime and evening meeting times are available.
My husband, Frank, recently got his GED through Delco
Literacy. Frank left high school with one class needed to graduate. While in high school, Frank studied to be a mechanic in the vo-tech program. He’s been a mechanic for over 30 years.
Frank always had the intention of going back to get his GED.
He just never got around to it. After about 30 years of being out of school and being a mechanic, Frank was tired. Tired of being stuck. He couldn’t get hired in any other field because he didn’t have a high school diploma or GED.
After signing up at Delco Literacy for evening classes after
work, he studied and took the tests. When he passed the final exam, he said, “I can get a different job now. I have options.”
Our children watched their father reach a lifelong goal.
They watched their father better himself. This in turn inspired our children to never give up on their goals. No matter how long it takes to get there. We as a family are so grateful to Delco Literacy.
To Become a Student
Adults interested in free online or in-person classes or tutoring can register online by clicking the button below.