Adult Education / HiSET / ESL
Consider Iowa Western for any type of learning you’re interested in, either for personal interest or career advancement. Our adult education services include:
- HiSET preparation,
- career advising,
- review of reading, writing, and math skills,
- HiSET Academy,
- specific skills training such as keyboarding or using measurements, and
- survival English for English as a Second Language (ESL) students.
During orientation, students are assessed in reading and math. After discussion and consultation, students are then assigned to a class that best meets their needs. Iowa Western serves a seven-county area providing Adult Education services at the Iowa Western campus in Council Bluffs, and the Iowa Western Centers in Atlantic, Clarinda, Harlan, and Shenandoah. A $25 registration fee is due at the time of registration and is valid through June 30.
Redefine your success with a high school equivalency diploma.
Iowa Western offers preparation courses and exam opportunities for adults to take the High School Equivalency Test (HiSET), formerly known as the GED. The High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED) is equivalent to a high school diploma. Our staff will be with you every step of the way, providing guidance and support. Choose a location and class schedule that fits your needs.