Ohio Options for Adults: Aspire and Adult Diploma Programs
Ohio Options for Adults programs offer opportunities for adults to acquire the skills to be successful in college, training or employment.
Aspire
Offers free classes to:
- Improve academic skills
- Prepare students for the workforce
- Assist with High School Equivalency (HSE), GED® or HiSET test
- Upskill adults to earn a high school diploma and credential from the Adult Diploma Program
- Improve English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESL/ESOL)
- Prepare for a job, college or training
Morning and evening classes are available at Tri-C's Eastern, Metropolitan, Western and Westshore campuses and other locations throughout Cuyahoga County. Aspire is for adults ages 16 and older whose skills are below a 12th-grade level. Orientation is required.
Adult Diploma Program
The Adult Diploma Program gives individuals 18 or older in Ohio the opportunity to earn a highly respected Ohio-issued high school diploma. By enrolling at Tri-C, you can secure a high school diploma and a credential that will significantly enhance your employment prospects. Start this rewarding journey with the orientation for the Tri-C Adult Diploma Program.
To enroll in the Adult Diploma Program, you must:
• Be at least 18 years old
• Have not received a high school or GED diploma
• Live in the state of Ohio
To receive a state of Ohio-issued high school diploma and in-demand certificate, you must:
• Attend the Orientation
• Receive a score of 12 or higher on the ACT WorkKeys exam
• Complete one of the 12 approved industry-recognized in-demand credential trainings offered at Tri-C
• Meet all requirements and obtain the industry-recognized in-demand credential
For more information or to register for orientation, visit the Adult Diploma Program web page or call the office at 216-987-3044.