High School Equivalency
Adult High School is a tuition-free distance learning program (meaning you take courses online) that lets you learn at your own pace and on your own schedule. The program consists of core courses required by the public school system along with electives offered by the community college. A work experience component may be offered. An Adult High School diploma is issued locally by Forsyth Tech. There is no cost to the student for courses. The college may charge a graduation or student activities fee. To receive a copy of a diploma or transcript, the student must contact Forsyth Tech.
Adult High School Entrance Requirements
- Students must be at least 16 years old to enroll in any class.
- Students must attend orientation (see below)
At Forsyth Tech students can earn a HSE diploma by taking either the GED® or HiSET® tests. The test taken is indicated on transcripts but not on diplomas. HSE candidates must register and pay for tests online, then complete the tests at the approved testing centers at Forsyth Tech. Candidates who successfully complete the HSE tests in North Carolina will receive a diploma from the State Board of the Community College System. The High School Equivalency program is offered at:
West Campus
1300 Bolton St.
Winston-Salem, NC
Stokes County
1165 Dodgetown Rd.
Walnut Cove, NC 27052
Goodwill
2701 University Pkwy
Winston-Salem, NC
HSE en Español (HSE in Spanish)
Our High School Equivalency (HSE) in Spanish program helps adult learners who speak Spanish prepare for and earn their High School Equivalency Diploma through GED® or HiSET® Exams. Classes are free, taught in Spanish and offered mornings and evenings to fit your schedule.
Classes begin January 2026
Sign Up for the Spring 2026 HSE in Spanish Wait List hereHigh School Equivalency & Adult High School
The CCR Student Success Class is the first step students must take to enroll in High School Equivalency or Adult High School courses. It is mandatory, meaning students cannot take our placement test or be placed in High School Equivalency classes or Adult High School until the CCR Success class is completed. Please follow the steps below to get started.
How to get started
HRD courses are free for students who are unemployed, pending layoff, retired, or underemployed (meeting the income requirements here).
- The CCR Student Success Class is mandatory for all students before Step 2.
- At the end of the CCR Student Success Class, you will receive directions for how to register for Step 2.
- If you do not qualify for this waiver there may be other funding available, please contact Susan Emery at semery@forsythtech.edu
To register for HRD Classes:
- Click here: HRD Registration Form
- When asked, enter:
- Course Code: Six digit code found below. Choose the code that corresponds to the date that you would like to attend class.
- Course Title: CCR Success Course
- Complete all items and click Submit. You should see confirmation that your form is saving and then there will be a blank screen that follow
- If you don’t, it means some required fields were left blank.
- If you do not receive a confirmation email within one (1) business day or have an emergency and need to reschedule, call our Customer Service line at 336-734-7023.
*Tip the sooner you take your CCR Student Success Class the sooner you can register for placement testing.
Class Dates Available:
Course Code: 178297 Saturday, November 8, 2025 9:00am – 1:00pm West Campus Room 3 Instructor: Ms. Owens
Course Code: 178269 Wednesday, November 12, 2025 9:00am – 1:00pm West Campus Room 27 Instructor: Ms. Owens
Course Code: 178270 Thursday, November 13, 2025 5:00pm – 9:00pm West Campus Room 27 Instructor: Ms. Charles
Course Code: 178271 Saturday, November 15, 2025 9:00am – 1:00pm West Campus Room 3 Instructor: Ms. Charles
You will sign up for this step at the end of your CCR Student Success Course.
Bring the following items:
- Valid government or state-issued photo ID (no school or work IDs accepted).
- Signed Social Security Card or Tax ID Card (originals only, no copies).
- Adult High School students: Official high school transcript from the last school attended.
- Completed and signed Minor Release Form. The form must be notarized. Scroll to the bottom of this page to find a blank Minor Release Form.
Documents that must be brought to orientation:
- Social Security or Tax ID card (signed) (copies not accepted). If you do not have access to one
of these items, you may still be eligible to participate. Call us at (336) 734-7761 for information. - Government or state issued photo ID (no school or work ID’s accepted)
- If applying for Adult High School: High School Transcript from last high school attended
Minors (Ages 16 & 17)
Minor aged students and your parents/legal guardians age 18 years or older, please bring the
completed and signed minor release forms and required documentation with you at the time of your
appointment. If you have any questions, call our general information line.
Minors (Ages 16 & 17) must bring:
- Social Security or Tax ID card (signed) (copies not accepted). If you do not have access to one
of these items, you may still be eligible to participate. Please give us a call at (336) 734-7761. - Government or state issued photo ID (no school or work ID’s accepted)
- Minor Release Form – AHS/HSE (Requires notarized signature of parent or guardian. This minor release form is for Adult High School/HSE students ONLY.)
Forms may be downloaded with the link below or picked up in Room 6 on West Campus.
Minor Release Form
COVID-19 Disclaimer
If you have a fever, or feel sick, or have been exposed to COVID-19 in the last 5 days, please reschedule your testing appointment with us. Reply to your email containing your testing instructions and let us know you need to reschedule. You can also call our general information line to change your appointment.