High School Diploma/Equivalency Program Page
Program Information
High School Diploma
San Diego College of Continuing Education is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. We offer two Joint High School Diploma Program options, as well as a High School Equivalency Program. Our programs use many teaching styles and maximize the use of technology by offering computer-assisted instruction, video lessons, and the use of appropriate websites. The accelerated high school program offers a variety of free HS courses every 6 weeks. Currently all HS courses are only offered online.
The Joint High School Diploma program is in cooperation with San Diego Unified School District. Please speak with a Continuing Education counselor to understand how the options work, and to find out how you can achieve this important educational goal.
High School Equivalency
San Diego College of Continuing Education high school equivalency (HSE) classes offer review in reading, math, writing, grammar, social studies, and science. Free English and Spanish HSE classes are available every 9 weeks. The classes prepare students to take the HiSET® (High School Equivalency Test) or GED® Exam that can earn you the California (CA) High School Equivalency Certificate. Instructors utilize a variety of teaching methods and technology to prepare students to take the official exams at a local testing center or online. HSE is now offering online, on-campus and HyFlex class options.
Counseling Appointments
SDCCE Counseling Faculty are available to meet with you in a variety of ways, to help you determine and achieve your educational and vocational goals and assist you in developing your Educational Plan.
You may request a counseling appointment by contacting student services at the campus closest to where you live: https://sdcce.edu/organization/campuses Links to an external site.
When requesting an appointment, please include:
- Your Full name
- 10 digit student ID (CSID)
- Phone number, if available
- Best time and day to meet with a counselor
- Reason for appointment
- If you would like an appointment via phone, Zoom, or in-person
- If you are a new, current, or returning student
Career/Labor Market Info
Career Counseling Faculty are available to assist you with:
- Career Exploration
- Major Exploration
- Career Assessments
- Workplace Entry Preparation
- Labor Market Analysis
- Career Transitions
- Resumes/Cover Letters
- Interviews
- Referral to Industry/Career Related Resources
For non-students, we hold a workshop called “Your Best Career Fit” to provide guidance. For more information, please email the career counselor:
Karl Cameron: kcameron@sdccd.edu