Adult Education

Arizona Western College is the recipient of the WIOA Title II Arizona Adult Education Grant to support students seeking to:

  • Enhance literacy and academic skills to support employment and financial independence.
  • Obtain an Arizona High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma.
  • Achieve proficiency in English across reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
  • Engage in Integrated Education and Training (IET) programs to earn industry-recognized credentials and access job training and employment opportunities.
  • Advance to post-secondary education.

The Adult Education Program serves 150 students each grant year. 

We are committed to helping students achieve their educational and career goals. 

Pathways

The Adult Education Program offers extensive education and training services.

High School Equivalency Diploma

Students can obtain their High School Equivalency Diploma on one of the three pathways:

  • HSE Testing Pathway
    • Choose the HSE Testing Pathway if you prefer achieving your HSE Diploma through testing. Access our free HSE/GED courses where you'll receive comprehensive instruction to prepare for the 5 individual tests: Reasoning through Language Arts, Mathematical Reasoning, Science, Social Studies, and AZ Civics. Take the tests at your own pace; they don't need to be completed all at once.
  • HSE Plus Career Readiness Pathway
    • Explore the HSE Plus Career Readiness Pathway—a versatile option to earn your HSE Diploma. On this pathway, you accumulate 22 points across Academic (14) and Career Readiness (8) subject areas. Points can be earned through various avenues such as college courses, previously earned high school credits, work experience, and industry recognized credentials.
  • College Credit Pathway
    • Earn your HSE Diploma while also earning college credits towards a degree. In this pathway, you must pass the AZ Civics GED test and accumulate 25 college credits in specific subjects of 100 level college courses: English Language Arts (6), Mathematics (6), Natural Sciences (4), Social and Behavioral Sciences (3), Computer (3), and College/Career Exploration (3).

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) 

Participants can enroll in specialized English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) courses designed to accelerate their journey in mastering the English language, covering:

  • Reading
  • Listening
  • Speaking
  • Writing
  • Civic Education

ESOL courses are crafted to equip Adult Learners with essential English skills vital for both professional contexts and everyday challenges.

Integrated Education Training Programs

Participants who are pursuing their HSE Diploma or enrolled in ESOL courses can participant in Integrated Education and Training Programs to obtain industry-recognized credentials and gain access to job training, career advancement, and employment opportunities. 

Eligibility Requirements

  • Be enrolled at AWC.
  • Be a citizen or legal resident of the United States of America or be lawfully present in the United States of America
  • Must be 16 years of age and older who are not enrolled in a K-12 school 

Steps to Apply

1

Apply

Contact one of our locations listed below to set up an in-take appointment. You'll have an initial meeting with an In-Take Specialist who will assist with the application process and determine your eligibility.

2

Advising

Meet with an advisor to explore which program best matches your goals and strengths.

3

Testing

Complete a TABE placement test at an approved AWC Testing Center.

4

Review

Review your results with your advisor to finalize your educational path, set goals, and register for classes within the program. 

Forms

Form/File Name File
Arizona Adult Education Participant Registration Form Download

Student Success Stories

Ana Ramirez

When I thought it was too late to get back to school and get my High School Equivalency Diploma, AWC opened a door to a better opportunity with the College Credit Pathway, a two for one: HSE Diploma and college credits.

Ana Ramirez, HSE Diploma Recipient

AWC has shown me that investing in yourself is so valuable and important. It will improve your life and will improve the lives around you. Thank you AWC for believing in me!

Siohban Edelbrock, HSE Diploma Recipient
Siohban Edelbrock
Abel Ricardo Garcia

My high school diploma has helped me by opening up opportunities for higher education and different jobs. It’s also made me more confident in achieving my educational goals. Now that I have finished this, I know my dreams are in reach and I can do whatever I set my mind to.

Abel Ricardo Garcia, HSE Diploma Recipient

Locations

Adult Education courses are offered through the following AWC locations

Parker Learning Center

1109 S Geronimo Avenue
Parker, AZ
(928) 314-9561

Reskilling & Technology Center

1351 S. Redondo Center Dr.
Yuma, AZ
(928) 317-7674

San Luis Learning Center

1340 N 8th Avenue
San Luis, AZ
(928) 314-9449

Yuma Campus

2020 S Ave 8E
Yuma, AZ
(928) 317-6000

Quartzsite Learning Center

695 N. Kofa Ave at Quail
Quartzsite, AZ
(928) 669-2214

Have a question or need help?

Contact us!

 Call Us

Phone: (928) 317-6000

 Email Us

adult.education@azwestern.edu