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High School Diploma Options

GED skills classes and the National External Diploma Program®

GED Graduates

It's never too late!

There are many reasons to earn your diploma, including employability and earning potential. Whether it’s been a few years or a few decades since you’ve been in a classroom setting, CCBC can help.

CCBC offers two options for earning your high school diploma: the General Education Development (GED) preparation classes and the National External Diploma Program (NEDP). You can choose in-person or online learning options.

You must be at least 18 years of age and officially withdrawn from high school to enroll in these programs. All students interested in these programs are required to attend an orientation and assessment session. Read on to consider the best option for you.

Two flexible options:

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To register for a program, follow these steps:

  1. Register for an in-person assessment session. This will help us get to know you and your academic needs better.
  2. Attend your assessment session, which will include testing in math and reading, as well as an overview of the program.
  3. We will schedule a time for you to return for program registration, which will include advisement.

Details at a glance

21%

average increase in earnings after completing high school.

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics Career Outlook 2025.

750

GED Prep and NEDP students served at CCBC in 2024.

85%

of NEDP graduates participate in postsecondary education, training, and/or employment.

Source: NEDP follow up survey 2021

97%

Nearly all U.S. colleges accept applicants who have a GED diploma.

Source: BestColleges.com

21%

average increase in earnings after completing high school.

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics Career Outlook 2025.

750

GED Prep and NEDP students served at CCBC in 2024.

85%

of NEDP graduates participate in postsecondary education, training, and/or employment.

Source: NEDP follow up survey 2021

97%

Nearly all U.S. colleges accept applicants who have a GED diploma.

Source: BestColleges.com


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For general inquiries about GED, NEDP or other basic education programs.