The Adult Diploma Program was specifically designed for the 1.1 million Ohioans age 19 or older who have not yet earned their high school diploma or GED. In this program, students can simultaneously earn their high school diploma and a career enhancement certificate in a high-demand field in as little as 4 months. No minimum number of high school credits required!
To begin the process, all potential Adult Diploma Program students must take the ACT WorkKeys assessment. This skills assessment is a pre-requisite to enter the program. Students are required to attend an Aspire orientation to prepare for the WorkKeys test. These classes are free and provide the preparation needed to be successful.
Once WorkKeys assessment scores are achieved, students will be eligible to apply for acceptance into the Adult Diploma Program.
WHO QUALIFIES?
Those eligible for the program
- Must live in Ohio
- Must be at least 19 years of age
- Must NOT have a high school diploma or GED
- Must take the official WorkKeys test and receive a composite score of 14 plus meet the score requirements for the credential program.
WHAT DO PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE?
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA (NOT A GED)
State-issued High School Diploma from the Ohio Department of Education will be awarded after students complete their program of study for an industry certificate and the appropriate WorkKeys and certification assessment scores are achieved. All coursework including professional development must be completed while maintaining 90% attendance. Apollo’s ADP students may choose from one of the following career programs* at no cost:
- State Tested Nurse Aide (STNA)
- Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
- Phlebotomy
- Manicuring
- Welding
*ADP career programs are subject to change