12300 Vivian Adams Drive
Waldorf, MD 20601
(301) 753-1774
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Adult Education
The Charles County Adult Education Program offers a variety of classes and preparation for a Maryland State High School Diploma. Specific classes offered include GED practice testing, English as a Second Language, and skills development. Classes usually meet two times a week for six hours per week. Also offered is the External Diploma Program which is a non testing program that provides another path leading to a Maryland State high school diploma. In External Diploma adult learners can take advantage of their life experiences and use them in obtaining their educational goals.
Orientation
Students over 18 years old, who wish to work toward a high school diploma, should first attend two short orientation sessions. During orientation the two pathways to a Maryland State high school diploma are presented. Students are evaluated before being assigned to a class that best suits their needs. The orientation sessions can be attended, by appointment, on either Thursday evenings or Friday mornings. The Thursday or Friday orientations are offered once each month.
Students over 18 years old, who wish to work toward a high school diploma, should first attend two short orientation sessions. During orientation the two pathways to a Maryland State high school diploma are presented. Students are evaluated before being assigned to a class that best suits their needs. The orientation sessions can be attended, by appointment, on either Thursday evenings or Friday mornings. The Thursday or Friday orientations are offered once each month.
Our Programs
The Charles County Public Schools Lifelong Learning Center is located at 12300 Vivian Adams Drive in Waldorf, Maryland. At the Lifelong Learning Center, we offer a variety of classes to assist adult learners in achieving their educational goals. Evening and daytime classes are available at a variety of locations! We also offer GED Practice Testing! For information about:
- Class Registration
- Practice Testing
- Orientation
Please call the Lifelong Learning Center at (301) 753-1774 or email us at moc.eobcc|CLL#moc.eobcc|CLL.
(ABE) Adult Basic Education
Adult Basic Education Classes are offered at the Lifelong Learning Center at a variety of times. Classes are held in Waldorf. Morning, afternoon and evening classes are available. Classes meet two times per week and are held on Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday. Classes are small and learning is individualized to meet the needs of each student. All areas of basic reading, writing and math are covered as well as areas needed for the External Diploma Program and GED.
(GED) General Education Development
General Educational Development (GED) Tests are administered by the state of Maryland. To be scheduled for the GED test through the Lifelong Learning Center, students must pass the five hour official GED Practice Test. The GED Practice Test is given four times per month on Friday or Saturday. On the test day, all students are advised of their scores and options for earning a high school diploma. There is a $15.00 fee for testing and counseling. For an appointment to take the GED Practice Test, call the Lifelong Learning Center at (301) 753-1774.
(ESL) English as a Second Language
The Lifelong Learning Center offers English as a Second Language Classes for beginning and intermediate students. Classes are held in Waldorf at the Lifelong Learning Center. Evening and daytime classes are available. Classes meet two times per week. To attend one of these classes, students must make an appointment and be screened for the appropriate class.
Family Literacy
Family Literacy programs offer parents an opportunity to increase their education and employability while learning to support their children's development. These programs provide four integrated components to the family. Interactive literacy activities between parents and their children are combined with an age-appropriate education to prepare children for success in school and life experiences. There is parent literacy training that leads to economic self-sufficiency or instruction to help towards earning a high school diploma. There is also training for parents regarding how to be the primary teacher for their children and full partners in the education of their children.
(EDP) External Diploma Program
The External Diploma Program is located at the Charles County Public Schools Adult Services Center at 3795 Leonardtown Road, Waldorf, MD 20601 and not in the Lifelong Learning Center.
The External Diploma Program is a way to earn a Maryland high school diploma for busy adults who have gained high school level skills through life, work, and family responsibilities. We are pleased you have chosen to browse our web pages. Read information about how EDP can be of benefit to you, view frequently asked questions (FAQs), review quotes from recent graduates, and more.
EDP Links
| Overview of EDP | FAQ's | Benefits of EDP |
| What our graduates say! | Registration & Orientation | EDP Centers in Maryland |
| Local, State & National EDP sites | EDP Home | Adult Education Home |
You can contact the center by phone at your convenience daily (Monday—Friday) between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Phone: 301-609-3690
Metro: 301-870-3910
Fax: 301-870-9106
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External Diploma Program
Charles County Public Schools
Adult Services Center
3795 Leonardtown Road
Waldorf, MD 20601
External Links
- Charles County Literacy Council Information - The Charles County Literacy Council provides free assistance to Adult Non-Readers in Charles County through one-on-one and small group tutoring. For more information visit the website or call (301) 870-5974.
- Maryland State Department of Education - The MSDE sponsors adult programs statewide and offers a variety of resources.
- Watch highlights from this year's Adult Education Graduation!
