High School Equivalency (HSE) classes prepare you for high school equivalency tests with instruction in reading, writing and math.
Classes run in 8-week sessions and are offered at five Ozarks Tech locations and two additional locations within the area. Read information below to register for an orientation to begin your class.
Steps to Enroll
- Register for an orientation session.
- Attend orientation session and complete pre-testing.
- Receive placement in HSE class.
Eligibility
Who can enroll in HSE classes?
To be eligible for HSE classes you must be a Missouri resident of at least 17 years of age or older and not enrolled in secondary school/college. If under 18 years of age, you must provide a letter from the principal of the last school you attended stating your withdraw from high school. The letter should include the last date of your attendance and a permission statement to take the HSE test.
If you are 16 years old, you must also provide a school transcript with a minimum of 16 completed units of high school credit. Home school students under 18 must have a form completed by a parent/guardian to complete HSE testing.
Students Under 17 – Missouri HSE Age Waiver Policy
Missouri citizen (with a Missouri mailing address) less than 17 years of age interested in taking a state-approved High School Equivalency examination at a test center or less than 18 years of age interested intaking a HiSET at Home/Secure Location Exam must apply for an age waiver by completing and submitting the Missouri HSE Test Age Waiver Application.
Per Missouri HSE Rule 5 CSR 20-200.310, one of the following conditions must be met for an HSE age waiver to be approved. Please note that, by law, these are the only conditions under which an age waiver can be approved. If none of the conditions apply, the student cannot be approved and must wait to test until the age of 17.
- Be currently enrolled in school and qualify as a participant in an approved Missouri Option Program for at-risk youth;
- Be withdrawn from school, have successfully completed 16 units of credit toward high school graduation, and have written confirmation of course completion from superintendent of schools where the most recent high school graduation credits were earned; or
- If home schooled, have met the requirements of Section 167.031,RSMo for course instruction and have written permission of the parent or legal guardian.
- High School Transcript(s): For those applying as a withdrawn high school student applicant less than 17 years of age, you must submit a copy of your high school transcript(s) in addition to the application.
Session Information
Find information on upcoming sessions, class locations and times.
The next 8-week session begins March 31.
All classes are held in Graff Hall.
Class Times
- Morning Classes:
- Tuesday, Thursday 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
- Evening Classes:
- Tuesday, Thursday 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Orientation Sessions
Orientation and pre-testing for the next session at the Springfield Campus are offered at 9:30 a.m. or 5:30 p.m. Click on a date to register for orientation.
The next 8-week session begins March 31.
Class Times
Tuesday, Thursday 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Orientation Sessions
Orientation and pre-testing for the next session at the Richwood Valley Campus are offered at 9 a.m. Click on a date to register for orientation.
The next 8-week session begins March 31.
Class Times
- Morning Classes:
- Tuesday, Thursday 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- Evening Classes:
- Monday, Wednesday 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Orientation Sessions
Orientation and pre-testing for the next session at the Table Rock Campus are offered at 8:30 a.m. Click on a date to register for orientation.
The next 8-week session begins March 31.
Class Times
Tuesday, Thursday 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Orientation Sessions
Orientation and pre-testing for the next session at the Lebanon Education Center are offered at 10 a.m. Click on a date to register for orientation.
The next 8-week session begins March 31.
Class Times
Tuesday, Thursday 9 a.m. – noon
Orientation Sessions
Orientation and pre-testing for the next session at the Republic Education Center are offered at 8 a.m. Click on a date to register for orientation.
The next 8-week session begins March 31.
First Christian Church
407 W. Broadway
Bolivar, MO 65613
Class Times
Monday, Wednesday 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Orientation Sessions
Orientation and pre-testing for the next session at the Bolivar locations are offered at 9 a.m. Click on a date to register for orientation.
The next 8-week session begins March 31.
BHS Alternative Building
309 W. Commercial St.
Buffalo, MO 65622
Class Times
Tuesday, Thursday 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Orientation Sessions
Orientation and pre-testing for the next session at the Buffalo locations are offered at 5 p.m. Click on a date to register for orientation.
If you are unable to attend any of the in-person classes, an online classroom is available. To attend the online class you must:
Requirements:
- Access to a computer with internet connection. A cell phone will not be sufficient to complete online classes.
- 5 hours minimum online attendance per week
- Complete pre-testing and post-testing at an Ozarks Tech AEL class location (Springfield, Richwood Valley, Republic, Table Rock, Lebanon, Bolivar, Buffalo)
- Minimum starting scores on pre-tests
Orientation Sessions
Registration for the online class is currently full. You may call the office for more information.
HSE Testing and Certificates
A High School Equivalency certificate is comparable to a traditional high school diploma and can be used to obtain employment or pursue education and training in Missouri. The Missouri State Board of Education approves two HSE tests in Missouri:
The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education partners with DiplomaSender to provide high school equivalency data management and HSE document processing services. All HSE documents (certificates, transcripts, letters of verification) are available through DiplomaSender.com.
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