HEP - for Seasonal Workers
About the HEP Program
The High School Equivalency Program (HEP) is a program made possible by a grant from the United States Department of Education to Wake Technical Community College. The Grant provides migrant and seasonal farmworkers and their families the necessary training to obtain the high school equivalency credential.
Eligibility
To be eligible for HEP classes, you must be 16 years old or older and be OFFICIALLY withdrawn from high school. You must also meet at least one of the following requirements:
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Have been a seasonal farm worker * (or a family member of the worker) who worked on a farm in the United States for the minimum time period required by the program. Or,
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Have attended a public school in the United States and received Migrant Educational Services (Title 1 C) while enrolled. Or,
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Have participated in a WIA section 633 program.
* includes agriculture, ranching, orchards, forestry, Christmas trees, dairy, poultry, or fish farms.
Admissions Requirements
To be admitted into the HEP program you should:
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Be at least 16 years old.
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Call the HEP Office to find out if you qualify for the program. The number is 919-334-1595.
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Make an appointment to take the entrance test (reading comprehension and math).
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Have at least one of the following forms of photo IDs (unexpired):
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State-issued Driver’s License
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State-issued ID (issued by the DMV)
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Passport (U.S. or international)
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Matrícula consular
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Attend the Orientation Session.
Services Offered to HEP Students
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FREE classes, books, and study material
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High school equivalency official testing fees, covered by the HEP program
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Financial assistance
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Tutoring and job counseling
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Post-graduation assistance in furthering the student’s education, career advancement, and/or military placement
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Graduation ceremony
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Cultural events
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Volunteering opportunities
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:
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100% Online Program
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Spanish and English – Classes, textbooks, and official high school equivalency credential tests are available in both languages
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Evening virtual classes three times a week
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Weekly tutoring session available
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5-month program
Please call or visit the HEP Office to find out if you qualify for the program:
HEP Program
Wake Technical Community College - Beltline Education Center
3200 Bush Street, Office 138A
Raleigh, NC 27609
Phone: 919-334-1595
Fax: 919-715-8642
Email: [email protected]
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