Adult Education

TxCHSE (GED), English as a Second Language (ESL), & Literacy Programs

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Explore programs designed to help you build essential skills and achieve your goals. Our TxCHSE (GED), English as a Second Language (ESL), and literacy programs support adult learners at every stage—whether you’re preparing to earn your high school equivalency, improving your English, or strengthening reading and writing skills. Flexible classes, supportive instructors, and personalized guidance will help you take the next step toward college, career, and lifelong learning.

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TxCHSE (GED© & High School Equivalency)

Whether you want to improve your English, strengthen your reading, writing, and math skills, or prepare for the TxCHSE (Texas Certificate of High School Equivalency), our classes are designed to support you every step of the way.

GED & High School Equivalency
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Career4U Academy (Workforce Trainings)

The Career4U Academies allow students to start college without taking the TSI test or having a high school diploma. Participants can earn a Level I Certificate or an Occupational Skills Award in high-demand fields such as Healthcare, Business, Information Technology, and Construction.

Career4U Academy
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Distance Learning

Students taking classes in the Adult Education and Literacy program (AEL) can get extra practice outside of class by using web-based distance learning (DL) software.

Distance Learning

Non-discrimination Policy

Houston City College supports and is committed to providing a learning and working environment that promotes personal integrity, civility, and mutual respect in an environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and gender expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Sandra B. Jacobson, J.D., M.Ed., SHRM-SCP  Interim Director of  EEO and Compliance/Title IX
Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (EO/TIX)
3100 Main, Suite 700
Houston, Texas 77002
713.718.8271 or hcc.oeotix@hccs.edu

Equal opportunity employer/program

  • HCC is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities (Please request reasonable accommodations 48 hours in advance). Relay Texas Numbers: (800) 735-2989 (TDD) (800) 735-2988 (Voice) or 711.
  • Students are not required to accept any or all accommodations and should contact their Ability Services Counselor immediately if there are any concerns.
  • There are no surcharges or fees for auxiliary aids.

Adult education and literacy services are provided with support from the Gulf Coast Workforce Board to help individuals find a job, keep a job, or get a better job. Houston City College supports, and the Board is committed to, providing a learning and working environment that promotes personal integrity, civility, and mutual respect free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and gender expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran status.

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Adult Education Send us an Email: Hours of Operation: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

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