Mid-East Offering High School Diploma Program

Approximately 1 million Ohio citizens do not have a high school diploma.

In partnership with Zane State College, Mid-East Career and Technology Centers is implementing a new program to help adults in our region earn a high school diploma.

“What’s going to happen is they are going to the ABLE program, Adult Basic Literacy and Education, and we’re going to help them with their basic skills, in preparation to take something called the WorkKeys test, so we’re going to work with them on reading and math and locating information, and once we get them to a point that is acceptable, regarding that test, they’re going to be able to then transition into a career technical certification program,” said ABLE Coordinator, Connie Shriver.

The entire program is free to the student and those interested must register by September 1. Mid-East is holding an information session this Wednesday from 10 a.m. until noon in the Adult Education Office.

“Often times if you don’t have a high school diploma or your GED, it’s really hard to find employment, this program is going to be somewhat short-term, but it’s really going to move them more quickly to work, at the conclusion of their industry certification, they have to pass the national exam, they have to get those scores on the WorkKeys test, then they will actually be awarded a high school diploma from the Ohio Department of Education,” Shriver said.

Adults 22 years of age and older who are lacking a GED or high school diploma are eligible. If you have any questions about the program, contact Mid-East at, 740-454-7242.