Adult High School Credit
Mission:
The mission of this program is to prepare students for the completion and
attainment of a high school diploma and to meet the educational needs of the
students by providing assistance in making individual career choices.
Description:
The Adult High School Credit program is a course of study leading to the
completion of credits and passing of state mandated assessment (FCAT) necessary
to qualify for a high school diploma. Except as provided elsewhere in law,
the graduation standards for adults shall be the same as those for secondary
students.
In order to obtain a regular Adult Education Diploma, a student must earn
twenty-four credits, successfully pass the FCAT, and maintain a GPA in
accordance with State of Florida guidelines.
Unique Requirements:
To enroll in the Adult High School Credit Program you must be 16 years of age
or older.
Requirements for the Adult High School Diploma, Rule 32.246, F.S. are:
| Language Arts |
4 Credits |
| Mathematics |
3 Credits |
| Social Studies |
3 Credits |
| Science |
3 Credits |
| Life Management Skills |
½ Credits |
| Practical Arts/Performing Arts |
1 Credit |
| Electives |
9 Credits |
| TOTAL: |
24 Credits |
Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for
students with disabilities to meet individual needs and ensure equal access.
Adult students with disabilities must self-identify and request such
services. Students with disabilities may need accommodation in
such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignment and assessments,
time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and
special communication systems.
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