Adult Education

What is Adult Education?

Adult Education programs are for adults who have not yet completed high school. Here is your opportunity to increase your education, whether you want to enter employment or get a promotion that is currently out of reach. Often called “GED Prep” classes, high school education and employment skills are presented in a relaxed atmosphere by teachers who want you to succeed. All Adult Education classes are FREE.

Programs Offered and Qualifications

High School Equivalency (HSE)/GED Prep Class

  • Students aged 16 years old and over, with a valid withdrawal from school and a state-issued ID, without a high school diploma & not currently enrolled in school
  • Instructors provide assistance to increase educational knowledge in order to pass the HSE test
  • A minimum of 45 instructional hours is required
  • The goal is attainment of a HSE diploma & an employability credential (Smart Start & NCRC)

Smart Start Class

  • Students aged 16 years old and over, with a valid withdrawal from school and a state-issued ID, with a desire to become successfully employed or enhance their resume
  • Instruction provides employability skills to enhance success in the workplace
  • Available completely online with proctored site requirements
  • The goal is attainment of a Smart Start Credential, inclusive of an NCRC

eDult Online Classes

  • Students, at least 18 years old, without a high school diploma & not currently enrolled in school
  • Instructor provides assistance to increase education knowledge in order to pass the HSE test
  • A minimum of 40 instructional hours is required
  • The goal is attainment of a HSE diploma

How & When To Enroll

Adult Education Class Registration: January 14 & 16, 2025 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. in the Dow/Young Building. You must attend both nights of registration to be admitted into classes.

Wesson Campus: Dow Young Building, 601-643-8655

Natchez Campus: Tom Reed Academic Building, Room 300, 601-446-1151

Simpson County Center: Career-Tech Building, Room 111, 601-849-0152

All new students and/or returning students must attend both nights of registration. Students who are 16 or 17 years old must bring a parent or guardian on the first night. Students cannot attend classes without a state-issued ID and a valid school withdrawal form. The registration session will take approximately three hours and will include an explanation of program requirements, completion of intake forms, and educational assessments. Submission of a completed Enrollment/Intake Assessment Form will reserve your seat.

Classes will begin on January 27 for new students and February 3 for returning students with the following options:

Monday-Thursday, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Tuesday & Thursday, 5:00-8:00 p.m.

Registration between these dates can be requested by submitting a completed Enrollment/Intake Assessment Form. That form can be downloaded here, requested to be mailed to you, or picked up at the local Adult Education Office.

Completed forms can be returned via email to rosie.twiner@colin.edu, mailed to Copiah-Lincoln Community College Adult Education, P.O. Box 649; Wesson, MS 39191; or dropped off at the local Adult Education Office.

Upon receipt of the completed form, we will contact you to schedule an appointment.

For additional information, contact us at the Office of Adult Education: 601.643.8655

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