Adult Basic and Literacy Education

The Adult Basic and Literacy Education (ABLE) program offers FREE day and evening GED Preparation classes for adult learners at many different locations throughout the city, such as schools, churches, and recreation centers. Computer based PLATO instruction is also available at several locations. These classes will help you to prepare for the GED and other academic entrance or employment tests.

Other services include:

® Transition to college classes

® English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) classes

® Official GED Practice Test

® Grammar and mathematics refresher

Students wishing to enroll in Basic Skills or GED classes must call 614-365-5245 ext. 237 for orientation information.

• You have an F-1 Visa.

• You are enrolled in high school.

• You are under 18 years of age and do not have a work permit and a full-time job.

Ohio recognizes the GED examination as being the equivalent of a high school diploma.  Like a regular high school diploma, the GED diploma enables the holder the opportunity to obtain employment, apply for career advancement, pursue higher education goals, or to reach a personal goal.

You must be at least 19 years of age in order to take the test. If you are between the ages of 16-18, you must contact your local superintendent’s office. The fee for the test is $65 unless you have taken and passed the Official GED Practice Test. Individuals who pass the practice test are issued a fee waiver.

The Official GED Test is administered at the Linden McKinley Annex. All GED testing is done by appointment only. Please call 614-365-5200 for further information or to make an appointment.

• ESOL classes are FREE and open to everyone who needs help learning English.

• English is taught at many levels from beginning to advanced.

• Classes include listening, speaking, reading, writing, and basic citizenship.

• Classes are taught at a variety of locations throughout the city.

• Classes begin in September. New students are accepted monthly thereafter.

• GED classes are also available for ESOL students.

• Call 365-6468, extension 261 for information.