AHSE54 — High School Equivalency Orientation and Portfolio
1-3 credits This course is required of all students entering the HSE Exam /HS+ Pathway, and those completing their HS+ portfolio to submit for graduation. This course orients students to the HSE Exam/HS+ Pathway, the college in general, the online platform, and to various programs and resources. Students complete learning assessments to identify potential barriers to completion and develop mitigation plans. Students determine most appropriate high school equivalency pathway for their circumstances, then set goals and an academic plan to achieve them. Course provides instruction in navigation of the college website and online learning platform, as well as, study skills, persistence strategies, and traits of a successful student. It also provides orientation to independent learning contracts and portfolio assessment to those students preparing to navigate the HS+ Pathway. Prerequisites: A minimum of 226 on the CASAS Reading Assessment and a writing sample or instructor permission Course