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Provides centers, library materials and more so that anyone seeking their GED can find information. There is also information on test prep for anyone who may be taking the exam to obtain their GED.

GED Resource Guide

Locations throughout Northwest Indiana

Gary Adult Education
Gary Area Career Center
1800 E. 35th Av.
Gary, Indiana 46409
Phone: (219) 397-6863
Email: jberry@healthyec.org
http://gary.mysdhc.org/

Lake Ridge Adult Education
Lake Ridge Schools
6111 W. Ridge Rd.
Gary, Indiana 46408
Phone: (219) 989-7820
Email: ssweeney@lakeridgeschools.net
http://lakeridge.k12.in.us

The Center of Workforce Innovations
Crown Point Adult Learning Center
928-B S Court St.
Crown Point, Indiana 46307
Phone: (219) 663-5465
Email: crownpointalc@innovativeworkforce.com
http://education.innovativeworkforce.com/locations.html

The Center of Workforce Innovations
Lowell Adult Learning Center
151 North Fremont
Lowell, Indiana 46356
Phone: (219) 696-6777
Email: lowellalc@innovativeworkforce.com
http://education.innovativeworkforce.com/locations.html

School City of Whiting Adult ESL Program
Nathan Hale Elementary School
1831 Oliver St.
Whiting, Indiana 46394
(219) 738-0237
http://www.whiting.k12.in.us/domain/76

Hammond Adult Education
Hammond Area Career Center
5727 Sohl Ave.
Hammond, Indiana 46320
Phone: (219) 933-2419
https://www.hammond.k12.in.us/departments/adult-education/index

Merrillville Adult Education
Merrillville Community Schools
6701 Delaware St.
Merrillville, Indiana 46410
Phone: (219) 650-5300
Email: sgreen@mvsc.k12.in.us
http://www.mvsc.k12.in.us/adulteduc/

The Center of Workforce Innovations
H
obart Adult Learning Center
100 Main St.
Hobart, Indiana 46342
Phone: (219) 942-2243
Email: hobartalc@innovativeworkforce.com
http://education.innovativeworkforce.com/locations.html

The Center of Workforce Innovations
Tri-Town Adult Learning Center
1515 Lincoln Highway
Schererville, Indiana 46375
Phone: (219) 322-6700
Email: tritownalc@innovativeworkforce.com
http://education.innovativeworkforce.com/locations.html

East Chicago Adult Education
East Chicago Central High School
1100 W. Columbus Dr.
East Chicago, Indiana 46312
Phone: (219) 391-4000
http://www.scec.k12.in.us

GED related books in the library

Please note that some of these books are Library Use only. 

Library Databases

 

 

Brainfuse - Help Now 
This database has an area with adult education resources. In this section you can practice for the High School Equivalency Test . 

Learning Express Library
Learning Express Library helps students and adult learners improve the skills required for academic and career success. There are practice sets and tutorials to develop skills in math, reading, writing, and basic sciences.

Gale - Peterson's Test Prep
The place to go for practice tests. Brush up on basic math and reading skills, or study for entry into college, graduate school or a professional career. International students can take the TOEFL, TOEIC, or study for the U.S. citizenship test.

More Northwest Indiana Resources.

Ivy Tech - East Chicago
Phone: 
219-392-3600
www.ivytech.edu

College Success Coalition
Phone: 765-884-8022
bentoncf.org

Jasper County Public Library
Phone: 219-866-5881
myjcpl.org

Workone NWI
Phone: 219-933-8332
gotoworkonenw.com

NEO - New Vistas High School and Adult Education
Address: 5201 US-6, Portage, IN 46368
Phone: (219) 850-4448
https://www.neoadulted.org/

Statewide Resources for Indiana

Adult Education (HSE)
Phone: 
866-220-6675
in.gov/dwd/HSE.htm

The Indiana HSE (High School Equivalency) is an alternative for earning a high school diploma. Your HSE Diploma can be earned after completing a test based on five subject areas (math, reading, writing, science and social studies). The skills you are taught and eventually tested on are at the same level as those of graduating high school seniors.

The Excel Center
Phone: 317-524-3925
excelcenter.org

Provides tuition-free high school for adults. Provides free child care & transportation. There are locations around the state.

Veterans Service Center
Phone: 844-480-0009
in.gov/dva

The Veterans Service Center for Employment will help all veterans, active duty members, and family members to find employment and education.

Indiana Online Only (IOO)

Indiana Online Only (IOO) is the only approved online adult education program in Indiana. IOO is fully funded through the state, making the course completely FREE to Indiana residents. Students are able to complete an HSE preparation or English language acquisition course on their own schedule, in the comfort of their own home. IOO meets students where they are, both physically and academically. The program uses top notch educational strategies and programs to make sure the students receive an individualized learning plan that insures student success.

Website: https://iooadulted.com/

ABE Contact Information: Hannah Price, hprice@vinu.edu, (812)-610-2145
ELL Contact Information: Robert Moore, rmoore@mccsc.edu, ( 812) 330-7731

Contact us for more Information

Please note that if you need more information than what is in this guide, please do not hesitate to talk to a Reference Staff Member at either East Chicago Library branch. You can call to talk to us or come in to see us.  You can also visit our website at www.ecpl.org

ECPL - Main Branch 
Address: 2401 E. Columbus Drive
East Chicago, Indiana 46312
Phone Number - (219) 397-2453 extension 12

ECPL - Pastrick Branch
Address: 1008 W. Chicago Avenue
East Chicago, Indiana 46312
Phone Number (219) 397-5505 extension 13