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Orientation – Aspire/Tutoring
Ohio’s Aspire programs provide FREE services for individuals who need assistance acquiring the skills to be successful in post-secondary education, training, and employment. EHOVE Career Center offers classes at flexible times to meet the diverse needs of adult learners. All students are required to attend orientation, where an assessment is given to help determine the individual’s educational plan and goals.
AWDP – Adult Workforce Diploma Program
The Adult Workforce Diploma Program (AWDP) creates pathways for adults, ages eighteen or older, who are officially withdrawn from school, are residents of Ohio, and have not yet earned a high school diploma or high school equivalency diploma, an opportunity to earn their diploma at no cost to the participant.
The program encourages individuals to enter the workforce while completing educational and career goals. Programs follow the rules listed in Section 3313.902 of the Ohio Revised Code to determine who is eligible to participate.
To participate in the Adult Workforce Diploma Program, Individuals must:
- Be at least eighteen years of age.
- Be officially withdrawn from a K-12 educational program.
- Be a resident of Ohio.
- Not possess a high school diploma or high school equivalency diploma.
Additional enrollment documentation may be required, including:
- Social Security Number.
- Proof of Ohio residency.
- Educational goals.
- Career interests.
- Criminal background requirements for specific career pathways.
- Drug testing or health screenings for workplace placement opportunities.
Program Requirements/ Graduation Requirements:
Assessment Requirements: Attain workforce readiness (current assessment: WorkKeys) score (currently 12 over the three sections with a minimum of 4 points per section which are Applied Math, Graphic Literacy & Workplace Documents)
Additional Requirements of the Program: (Individuals must complete two of the following):
- Industry Recognized Credential
- Complete 250 hours of Work-Based Learning with documented positive evaluations
- Obtain an OhioMeansJobs-Readiness Seal
Please register and attend an INFORMATION SESSION if you would like to learn more details.
Choose from the following EHOVE occupational programs: