Enrollment for 2nd Semester
We are excited to announce that enrollment for the 2nd semester will begin on December 8, 2024, for all Adult Education Programs. Don’t miss this opportunity to continue your education and achieve your goals!
Adult Education in Pasco County Schools offers a range of programs designed to support lifelong learning and personal development for adults in our community. Our programs provide opportunities for adults to earn their high school diploma or equivalent, improve their English language skills, and gain essential job readiness and vocational training.
Our courses cater to diverse needs, including Adult Basic Education (ABE), GED preparation, Adult High School, 24/7 program, and English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL). We also focus on career development, offering skills training that aligns with local job market demands through our Integrated Education Training (IET) Career Pathway.
Through flexible scheduling and supportive learning environments, Pasco County Schools aims to empower adults, regardless of age to achieve their educational and career goals, fostering greater self-sufficiency and community engagement.
Our Mission
Pasco County Schools Adult Education programs provide lifelong learning opportunities which are responsive to the diverse needs of students, parents, businesses, and the community.
Our Objectives
Pasco County Schools Adult Education programs are designed to offer all adults, regardless of age experience opportunities to:
- participate in a continuing education program that meets individual needs and abilities
- acquire basic and fundamental academic skills
- pursue a standard high school diploma or GED
- acquire job training
- enhance one’s economic efficiency
- acquire an awareness and appreciation of the arts
- grow in knowledge, understanding and critical thinking
Did You Know?
- More than 90% of all United States employers consider those who earned their GED diploma the same as traditional graduates with regard to hiring, salary, and opportunity for advancement.
- More than 8.5 million people over the age of 25 have a GED.
- Those who have a high school diploma or GED credential notice a 35% increase in median annual earnings over those who do not graduate.
- Our program is designed to help individuals learn at their own pace.
- A high school-level education improves your chances of getting hired and increases your earning potential.
Adult Education Sites
There are two adult education school sites staffed by Pasco County Schools' staff and administrators offering day and evening face-to-face classes. In addition, there are online classes for those who are eligible. Please contact the main site closest to you for additional information.
The remaining Adult Education sites are traditionally open from 7:00am to 4:00pm Monday through Friday.
Location: 7825 Campus Drive, New Port Richey, Florida, 34653
Phone Number: 813-794-1888
Office Hours: Monday - Friday 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Location: 36727 Blanton Road, Dade City, Florida 33523
Phone Number: 352-518-1336
Office Hours: Monday - Friday 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM
ALL in person Adult Education classes are offered during the following times-
Monday - Friday
8:20 AM - 10:30 AM
11:15 AM - 1:20 PM
Tuesday and Thursday
5:00 PM - 7:35 PM
Eligibility
Adult Education applicants must be withdrawn from high school and 16 years of age or older to enroll in Adult Education classes.
Adult education programs are available to individuals:
- 16 years or older
- Are not enrolled or required to be enrolled in secondary school
- Do not have a high school diploma or its equivalent
- Want to learn to speak, read, and write the English language
Registration
Preregistration is required for some courses. Interested persons should call the center where you wish to take the classes for an appointment with a school counselor. Registration is on a first-come basis.
Any student with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation(s) to participate in an adult education class(es) must request such accommodation(s) before enrollment.
**To enroll in ABE/GED or ESOL, students must take a CASAS placement exam
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