Education

Would you like to continue your education, complete your High School Equivalency (HSE) exam or learn a new skill?

Continuing your education can help you get back to work or switch careers. Having a high school diploma or High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma can help you get started if you don't have a high school degree. Currently, HSE testing is free for all Hoosiers enrolled in an adult education program through December 30, 2020. Contact your local adult education office for more information. Learning specialized skills, earning a career certificate and professional development will help set you apart and get the job you want.

We can help connect you with community organizations near you that can help. In the table below you will find organizations in your area that can help with career training, job training and more.

MDwise promotes and participates in events around the state to help members understand their MDwise health plan and benefits. At these events, members of our outreach team can answer any questions you may have including questions about education. To find MDwise events happening near you, visit our events calendar.

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Statewide

Agency/Program	Phone Number	Website	Description
Adult Education (HSE)	1-866-220-6675	in.gov/dwd/HSE.htm	The Indiana HSE (High School Equivalency) is an alternative for earning a high school diploma. Your HSE Diploma can be earned after completing a test based on five subject areas (math, reading, writing, science and social studies). The skills you are taught and eventually tested on are at the same level as those of graduating high school seniors.
The Excel Center	317-524-3925	excelcenter.org	Provides tuition-free high school for adults. Provides free child care & transportation. There are location around the state.
Veterans Service Center	844-480-0009	in.gov/dva	The Veterans Service Center for Employment will help all veterans, active duty members, and family members to find employment and education.

Central Indiana

(Boone, Hamilton, Hendricks, Marion, Hancock, Morgan, Johnson, Shelby)

Agency/Program	Phone Number	Website	Description
Brownsburg Library	317-852-3167 select option 6	bburglibrary.net	Provides adult education and ESL classes.
Flanner House	317-925-4231	flannerhouse.org	Flanner House partners with Marian University to offer adult education classes
Hendricks Connection Network	317-762-4338	hendrickscollegenetwork.org	Hendricks College Network is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization serving as a post-secondary education resource for area residents, businesses and community organizations.
Ivy Tech (Avon & Mooresville)	317-968-1516 317-916-7660	ivytech.edu	Ivy Tech offers affordable associate degrees and certificates in Indiana; transfer or begin an in-demand job in health, technology, business or public service.
MLK Community Center	317-923-4581	mlkcenterindy.org	The MLK Center partners with Washington Township Adult Education to offer adult education classes. They also help prepare students for college and help students explore career training opportunities.
Center for Leadership Development	317-923-8111	cldinc.org	The mission of the Center for Leadership Development is to foster the advancement of minority youth in Central Indiana as future professional, business and community leaders by providing experiences that encourage personal development and educational attainment.
Edna Martin Christian Center	317-637-3776	ednamartincc.org	The mission of the Edna Martin Christian Center is to bridge cultural, racial, and economic differences to support and nurture the people in the community by providing holistic programs that empower, encourage, and engender a vision of hope.
Adult Basic Education Classes	317-259-5275	indyadulted.com	Adults can earn a High School Equivalency Diploma, Prepare for College, Explore Career Trainings and Pathways, Strengthen Basic Skills. Main site is at Northview Middle School (there are additional sites available)
Hancock County Link	317-477-0745	educatehancockcounty.com	Classes for an Indiana High School Equivalency Diploma (IHSED) (formerly GED).
School on Wheels	317-202-9100	indyschoolonwheels.org	Provides one-on-one tutoring and educational advocacy for school-aged children impacted by homelessness.

North Central Indiana

(St. Joseph, Elkhart, Marshall, Kosciusko, Fulton, Cass, Miami, Wabash)

Agency/Program	Phone Number	Website	Description
Plymouth School Corp. Adult Education	574-936-7268	plymouth.k12.in.us	The classes are free and will help you build your learning skills and ultimately help to prepare you to take your High School Equivalency exam and beyond.
Kosciusko Literacy Services	574-267-5380	facebook.com/klsread/	Assists with literacy needs.

West Central Indiana

(Warren, Tippecanoe, Carroll, Clinton, Montgomery, Fountain, Vermillion, Parke, Putnam, Vigo, Clay, Owen, Sullivan, Greene)

Agency/Program	Phone Number	Website	Description
Lafayette Adult Resource Academy	765-476-2920	laralafayette.org	Located in Lafayette, Delphi, and Monticello. Job training, free classes and testing services
Excel Center Lafayette	317-524-3641	excelcenter.org	Provides tuition-free high school for adults. Provides free child care & transportation
Vigo County Public Library	812-232-1110	vigo.lib.in.us	In partnership with the Vigo County School Corporation, the VCPL LifeLong Learning Center (LLC) is a site for High School Equivalency, English as a Second Language (ESL) and Life Skill classes. LLC provides computer access and technology training for High School Equivalency students as well as a collection of materials for High School Equivalency students or independent learners.

Northeast Indiana

(LaGrange, Steuben, Noble, DeKalb, Whitley, Allen, Huntington)

Agency/Program	Phone Number	Website	Description
Whitley County Literacy Council	260-244-2375	whitleycountyliteracy.org	We offer free one-on-one tutoring for HSE preparation. Tutors and students usually meet twice a week for at least one hour. We always meet in a public place, such as a library or community center.
Continuing Education & Neighborhood Connection	260-467-1060	fortwayneschools.org	The Department of Continuing Education and Neighborhood Connection provides an educational outreach to the residents of Fort Wayne and surrounding areas. Our goal is provide current, affordable, high-quality educational and recreational opportunities and enable our residents to take advantage of our facilities.
Excel Center Noblesville	317-524-4410	excelcenter.org	Provides tuition-free high school for adults. Provides free child care & transportation

Northwest Indiana

(Lake, Porter, LaPorte, Newton, Jasper, Pulaski, Starke, Benton, White)

Agency/Program	Phone Number	Website	Description
Ivy Tech - East Chicago	219-392-3600	ivytech.edu	Ivy Tech offers affordable associate degrees and certificates in Indiana; transfer or begin an in-demand job in health, technology, business or public service.
Jasper County Public Library	219-866-5881	myjcpl.org	Resources for parents.
College Success Coalition	765-884-8022	bentoncf.org	The mission of Benton Community Foundation is to enhance community through civic leadership, philanthropy and charitable economic development initiatives.
Merrillville Adult Education	219-650-5310	mvsc.k12.in.us	The Adult Education and ESL division provides educational opportunities to adults who have not acquired a high school diploma.
Workone NWI	219-933-8332	gotoworkonenw.com	Adult education.

East Central Indiana

(Howard, Tipton, Grant, Wells, Adams, Jay, Blackford, Madison, Delware, Randolph, Henry, Wayne, Rush, Fayette, Union)

Agency/Program	Phone Number	Website	Description
Excel Center Anderson, Richmond, Kokomo	317-524-3925	excelcenter.org	Provides tuition-free high school for adults. Provides free child care & transportation
Literacy Center - Howard County	765-450-8532	literacycoalition.ngo	For adults who want to improve their basic literacy skills. This includes grammar, math, spelling, computer, reading comprehension and a variety of other needed skills. Instruction methods include one to one, small groups and computer assisted education.
Whitewater Programming	765-825-9394 x6330	whitewatercareercenter.org	Whitewater Adult Education offers free classes to help students prepare for the high school equivalency (HSE) exam along with tools and skills you need to find a job and/or go to college.

Southeast Indiana

(Monroe, Brown, Bartholomew, Decatur, Franklin, Dearborn, Ripley, Jennings, Jackson, Lawrence, Orange, Washington, Scott, Jefferson, Ohio, Switzerland, Clark, Floyd, Harrison)

Agency/Program	Phone Number	Website	Description
Excel Center Clarksville	812-283-7908	excelcenter.org	Provides tuition-free high school for adults. Provides free child care & transportation
Excel Center Shelbyville	317-524-4430	excelcenter.org	Provides tuition-free high school for adults. Provides free child care & transportation
River Valley Resources	812-273-9270	rivervalleyresources.com	River Valley Resources' Adult Education programs provide free math, reading and writing instruction to help adults acquire the skills needed to earn a high school equivalency diploma, go to college or enter an entry-level occupational certification program.
Vincennes University	812-602-4100	vinu.edu/web/testing-center/adult-basic-education	VU Adult Basic Education helps adults of ALL ages further their education to goals and provide a better life for themselves and their families. Classes available online and in the following counties: Daviess, Dubois, Gibson, Knox, Lawrence, Martin, Orange, Perry, Pike, Posey, Spencer, and Vanderburgh.

Southwest Indiana

(Knox, Daviess, Martin, Gibson, Pike, Dubois, Posey, Vanderburgh, Warrick, Spencer, Perry, Crawford)

Agency/Program	Phone Number	Website	Description
Education -Perry County	812-963-4521	pickperry.com
Vincennes University	812-602-4100	vinu.edu/web/testing-center/adult-basic-education	VU Adult Basic Education helps adults of ALL ages further their education to goals and provide a better life for themselves and their families. Classes available online and in the following counties: Daviess, Dubois, Gibson, Knox, Lawrence, Martin, Orange, Perry, Pike, Posey, Spencer, and Vanderburgh.
University of Southern IN - Lifelong Learning	812-464-1989	usi.edu	A wide range of noncredit programs for adults, working professionals and kids are available through USI Outreach and Engagement. Lifelong Learning courses are open to anyone in the community regardless of educational background
University of Evansville - Adult Education	812-488-2981 or cae@evansville.edu.	evansville.edu	The University of Evansville’s Center for Adult Education offers several different programs to fit the needs of working adults. Whether you are looking to finish a degree, advance your career or polish a professional skill, we will be there to assist you in achieving that goal.
The Potter's Wheel, Inc	812-401-4440	potterswheelministries.com	GED Classes improves educational and employment outcomes among low-income Evansville residents by meeting educational needs among inner-city residents.
University of Southern IN - Lifelong Learning	812-464-1989	usi.edu/outreach/lifelong-learning	A wide range of noncredit programs for adults, working professionals and kids are available through USI Outreach and Engagement. Lifelong Learning courses are open to anyone in the community regardless of educational background.
University of Evansville - Center for the Advancement of Learning	812-488-2981	evansville.edu/centerforlearning	The Center for the Advancement of Learning (formerly known as Center for Adult Education) is housed within the College of Education and Health Sciences. Whether you are looking to jump start your college career, finish a degree, advance your career, or have the desire to explore, our Center will be there to assist you in achieving that goal.