About

At Adult Education our mission is to strengthen our community by eliminating adult illiteracy and improving client skills for successful long-term employment. Detroit Public Schools’ Adult Education programs offer High School Completion (HSC), General Educational Development (GED), Adult Basic Education/Pre-GED (ABE), and English as a Second Language (ESL) at several community sites and schools, including two main Adult Education campuses, throughout Detroit.

We provide free classes for more than 1,200 adult learners 18+, giving them the opportunity to upgrade their academic skills, complete high school, obtain a General Educational Development (GED) and other services. We also provide opportunities at two Detroit Learning Labs for students to receive GED preparation.

Eastside Campus

Principal: Mark Carter
Email: marc.carter@detroitk12.org
13840 Lappin Street
Detroit, MI 48205
Phone: 313-579-7109
Fax: 313-347-1777

Westside Campus

Principal: Dedria Willis
Email: dedria.willis@detroitk12.org
16164 Asbury Park
Detroit, MI 48235
Phone: 313-852-1089
Fax: 313-852-1088

The main DPS Adult Education Centers are located in two newly renovated facilities which include:

• New Welcome Center
• Student Lounge
• Media Centers
• More than 200 new desktop computer learning stations.

Locations that Provide Adult Education Courses

Bennett Elementary

2111 Mullane
Detroit, MI 48209
313-849-3585
Programs: ESL
New classes being formed – join our waiting list today!

Earhart Elementary-Middle
1000 Scotten
Detroit, MI 48209
313-849-3945
Programs: ESL

Gardner Elementary
6528 Mansfield Street
Detroit, MI 48228
313-581-4615

Genesis House
3535 West Third St.
Detroit, MI 48201
313-993-6703

Golightly Career and Technical Center
900 Dickerson Ave
Detroit, MI 48215
313-822-8820

International Institute
111 E. Kirby
Detroit, MI 48202
313- 872-0863

Priest Elementary-Middle
7840 Wagner
Detroit, MI 48210
313-849-3705

Ronald Brown Academy
11530 E. Outer Drive
Detroit, MI, 48224
313-886-2611

Western International
1500 Scotten
Detroit, MI 48209
313-849-4758
Programs: ABE/GED/ESL

Programs include:

GED Preparation

After more than 10 years of service at our current location, the GED Testing Center is excited to announce that we have moved, just one block north to 1641 Porter Street, Detroit, Michigan 48216. The new location is in the same building complex, still centrally located and accessible via the same bus lines as the current location. 

GED (General Education Development) offers adults a second chance to complete their high school education. The GED can open doors to many other opportunities such as employment, technical school, and college.

The official GED exam consists of five sub-tests. Coursework to prepare for the GED includes math, writing, social studies, science and literature. Computer-based academic instruction is available at most sites.

GED Testing Services

Official GED Practice Test

The official GED Practice Test is offered to determine readiness to take an Official GED Test. Adults who pass the Official Practice GED Test are eligible for a free waiver to waive the cost of the GED test.

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESL)

ESL is designed for adults who do not speak English as their native language. Interactive, small-group, large-group, and computer-based instructional activities are offered to emphasize skills in reading, writing and conversational English.

Students also will learn about American culture and traditions. Citizenship preparation is provided as needed.

High School Completion (HSC)

Students earn Carnegie units in a traditional high school setting that is accelerated and allows for faster credit recovery and attainment.

Employability

Each learner develops an individual plan to complete the appropriate completion credential that includes employability skill development in oral communication, resume development, college application development, and other activities that makes the college/career transition smoother.

High School Completion courses are offered at the Westside and Eastside Adult Education campuses.

Services Provided:

• Free bus tickets for enrolled students
• Free lunches for enrolled students at the East and West campuses
• YES employment program for ages 18-21
• Employment skills and career training
• Wrap-around services
• GED practice test
• GED testing facility
• Free workshops

How to Enroll in Adult Education?

• Pick the nearest location and schedule a visit before the semester enrollment ends.
• Bring State Issued Picture Identification and Social Security Card.
• Classes offered Monday-Friday  Hours vary by location.

Resources

GED State of Michigan Transcript Request

GED Jurisdictional Requirements

GED Testing Center Transcript Request

GED Waiver

GED Underage Waiver Information

GED Underage Document Requirements