School of Lifelong Learning
College of Education and Human Development
The Professional Interdisciplinary Studies and University Studies programs offer adult learners flexible pathways to degree completion through fully online, hybrid, and face-to-face instruction. Our programs provide opportunities to engage in relevant coursework and training designed to build 21st century professional competencies such as lifelong learning, research skills, strategic problem solving, teamwork, communication, and habits of leadership.
Continuing Education Learning Center (CELC)
The Continuing Education Learning Center (CELC) consists of the following programs:
- General Education Development (GED) and Basic Skills Training
- Educational Workshops
The Learning Center provides self-paced, individualized, computer-based instruction on an on-going basis. The CELC along with the School of Lifelong Learning academic and non-academic credit units act in concert to provide substantive development programs for e-City and other community development projects in literacy, workforce, and health.
Program Offerings
* Pre-GED Classes
* GED Preparation (Math, Social Studies, Science, Reading/Writing)
* Basic Skills Training
* Employment Skills Training
Class Schedule
Classes are offered weekly. Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m, closed for lunch from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Registration
* If you are 16 or 17 years of age, you will need a withdrawal form from the last school that you attended, along with a MS state ID and social security card.
* If you are 18 years of age or above, you will only need a MS state ID and social security card.
Questions & Answers
* How much does it cost to take GED classes?
The cost is free.
* How long will it take before I get my GED?
The program is self-paced and dependent upon the learning ability of the student.
* Can I register to take my GED test without taking classes?
Yes, but it would be helpful to have at least 12 hours of class preparation before you take the test.
* How do I register for the test?
Just go to ged.com or hiset.org to register, and you must have a valid email address. Also, you must have a debit/credit card to pay for the test.
* What do I need to score to make a minimum passing score on each of the five tests, as well as a passing average score overall?
There must be a minimum of 145 on each test when taking the GED exam.
There must be a minimum score of 8, with a total scale score of 45 when taking the HiSet exam.
* What are the costs to take the GED test?
The cost for each test is $36 per subject (4 subject areas).
The cost for each HiSet per subject is $22 (5 subject areas).
* Is there a graduation ceremony?
Yes, there is a graduation ceremony that takes place in May and December.
* Can I go to college with a GED?
Yes, the GED is equivalent to a high school diploma; therefore, it is recognized by colleges/universities, training schools and employers. You will have skills attainment, improved work skills and transitions into further academic/vocational training or employment.
* Study materials and sample questions are provided by the GED Testing Service at:
Continuing Education Learning Center
Physical Address
1325 Hattiesburg Street
Jackson, MS 39204
STAFF
|
Ms. Stephanie Payne |
ABE/GED Instructor |
stephanie.l.payne@jsums.edu |
601.979.0212 |
|
Dr. LuFunya Porter |
Coordinator of CELC |
lufunya.porter@jsums.edu |
601.979.2935 |
SCHOOL OF LIFELONG LEARNING