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Hawaii Adult Community School Diploma

Hawai'i State Community School for Adults offers adult learners who have not graduated with a high school diploma, the option to pursue obtaining a High School Equivalency Credential and/or Hawaii Adult Community School Diploma. We offer a High School Equivalency Test, the General Educational Development (GED) that is aligned to national Common Core State Standards (CCSS) and College and Career Readiness Standards (CCRS).

(Exceptions to Compulsory Education, Form 4140 required for those below age 18)

GED® Test Method:

  • The applicant must pass the 2014 GED test with a minimum score of 145 for each test subject

Substitute Teacher Class

The McKinley Campus of the Hawai'i State Community School for Adults is not offering the Substitute Teacher course at this time.

For information on how to become a Hawaii DOE substitute teacher please go to: http://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/ConnectWithUs/Employment/JobOpportunities/Pages/Substitute-teachers.aspx

Course Offerings

In addition to our usual English courses (ELA 1 to ELA 6, ABE, and ASE) and our High School Equivalency courses (GED/HISET Academy, ABE Academy), we will be offering the following courses for the Spring 2026 semester:

Care Professional - (Tues/Thurs 12 to 2 pm)

The HSCSA collaborates with Home Instead, a senior care company to prepare students for a career in becoming a care professional. The Home Instead professional staff will present their program through not only using Power Point but hands on exercises to prepare the students for a career in caregiving. Some students take the class so that they can prepare themselves to take care of their elderly parents or their spouses for the future or just information for themselves. Upon completion of this class, students who have a regular attendance will be presented with a Home Instead certificate and a HSCSA School certificate. During the course of this program, there will be special presenters who will teach the students skills such as how to give CPR and the students will be able to practice this important survival skill. This class is not only just to learn about caregiving skills but allows the students to acquire English skills while studying a specific subject that is informative and useful.

Writing Enrichment and Public Speaking - (Tues/Thurs 6 to 8 pm)

This course bridges the gap between basic fluency and native-like expression by focusing on the nuances of persuasive, explanatory, and descriptive communication. Through a flexible curriculum, learners master the grammar and vocabulary needed to add detail to their writing and speaking. By focusing on real-world practice rather than a textbook, students gain the confidence to express their ideas clearly and naturally in any situation.

Digital Literacy Life Skills - (Tues/Thurs 4:30 to 6:30 pm)

This course aims to equip participants with essential skills for navigating the digital world safely and efficiently. From safeguarding personal information to using everyday apps responsibly, this syllabus covers various aspects of online and digital safety to help learners make informed decisions and protect themselves in an increasingly digital environment.

Beginning Digital Literacy - (Tues/Thurs 6:30 to 8 pm)

This course aims to equip students with foundational digital skills, ranging from creative design and professional communication to data organization and web publishing.

Build Your Biz - (Mon - 10 am to 12 noon, room 207)

This course is tailored for aspiring entrepreneurs in Hawaii who are ready to turn their business ideas into reality. With a specific focus on navigating Hawaii's unique business environment, participants will learn essential skills such as business planning, market analysis, branding, and financial management. The course also covers the legal requirements for starting a business in Hawaii, including licensing and permits, ensuring you are fully prepared to launch your venture successfully. By the end of the course, you'll leave with valuable resources and a deeper understanding of the process of starting a business in Hawaii.

Restaurant Ready

Restaurant Ready is a course developed by the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF) to prepare students for a career in the restaurant industry. The course has didactic information and suggested class activities. In this course we are teaching Competency 1: Personal Responsibility

The Personal Responsibility Curriculum includes the Modules below as well as other applicable material associated with a career in the restaurant, food service, or hospitality industry. Examples of some of the modules are as follows:

  • Work Shift and Grooming - Information includes reporting for work, attendance, procedures for sick calls, requests for days off and what dress and grooming standards are recommended. Additional lessons include an interview activity and topics from the Career Foundations workbook.
  • Rules, Laws and Policies – Information includes work rules and work policies, use of social media and employment laws. Additional lesson include a disciplinary action activity and topics from the Career Foundations workbook.
  • Teamwork – Information includes how to support, help and respect other team members as well as how to work independently. This section also addresses conflicts among team members and how to resolve them. Additional lessons include topics from the Career Foundations workbook.
 

Build Your Bank

Build Your Bank focuses on building foundational financial literacy skills, such as understanding credit, budgeting, and saving. It covers basic financial concepts and helps students navigate early financial decisions, like managing income and expenses, and understanding the basics of credit and net worth. It prepares students for real-world financial challenges and dives deeper into long-term financial planning, career-related money management, and complex financial decisions, such as buying a car or home, managing debt, and dealing with financial stress. It emphasizes future-proofing finances, addressing topics like insurance, benefits, and financial goal-setting. Throughout the curriculum, students engage with real-world scenarios and activities, and wrap up with a final project, which asks students to apply what they've learned to create a personalized financial plan.