High School Equivalency Test Prep Classes

Information Sessions for Summer 2024 Courses

The High School Equivalency Test Preparation program will host brief information sessions on April 8 for students to learn more about noncredit HSE classes and the registration processes. All students, new and returning, are encouraged to attend an information session before the start of the semester. Please use the link below to sign up for a session. Please sign up at least 24 hours in advance. 

Sign up here


The College offers high school equivalency preparation classes to help you prepare for the HiSET and/or GED® exams. HiSET is a trademark of Educational Testing Service (ETS). GED is a trademark of GED Testing Service.

    • COURSE FEE: $80, plus the cost of textbooks (about $33)
    • REGISTRATION:
      • The next semester for new students is summer 2024. Classes begin May 13. Click HERE to sign up for the interest list and receive updates about registration.
      • Payment is due after registration is complete. You will receive a welcome email with payment instructions. Payment can be made online or in person at the Student Tuition Office on Main Campus. Classes may be canceled due to low enrollment. Refunds will be granted only if the class is canceled or the student withdraws before the first class meeting. To withdraw, please email Adultliteracy@ccp.edu.
      • Students must be 18 or older.
    • Earn a free voucher for an official GED or HiSET subject test!
      • Attend at least 80% of your class
      • Score "ready/prepared" on the final practice test

    Summer 2024

     

    Sec # Location Subj Crse Title Hrs Days Time Start Date End Date
    400 Main Campus GEDP A8818 HSE Mathematics and Science Skills 75 Mon./Tues./Wed./Thurs. 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. 05/13/2024 06/26/2024
    940 Online GEDP A8819 HSE Writing, Reading Comprehension and Social Studies Skills 75 Mon./Tues./Wed./Thurs. 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. 05/13/2024 06/26/2024
    400 Main Campus GEDP A8819 HSE Writing, Reading Comprehension and Social Studies Skills 75 Mon./Tues./Wed./Thurs. 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. 07/08/2024 08/19/2024
    940 Online GEDP A8818 HSE Mathematics and Science Skills 75 Mon./Tues./Wed./Thurs. 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. 07/08/2024 08/19/2024

    Main Campus: 1700 Spring Garden St., Philadelphia PA, 19130

    Northeast Regional Center: 12901 Townsend Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19154

    West Regional Center: 4725 Chestnut St., Philadelphia PA, 19139

    Online: Online classes are synchronous on Zoom (the instructor and students meet online at the same time).

    In-person students must have a Community College of Philadelphia Photo ID card before the start of class. After you complete the registration, get your Photo ID card at the Main Campus Security Office in the Mint Building, Room MG-12, before the first day of class.

    For more information, please call 215-751-8531 or email Adultliteracy@ccp.edu