Adult Basic Education

Credit Recovery - K-12 Diploma
Mankato Area Public Schools provides eligible adult learners and current high school seniors the option to complete their High School Diploma or make up credits through an independent study program. This credit-completion model can be time intensive and is best suited for students with 1-3 credits remaining or current high school seniors who are in need of credit recovery.

GED-General Education Development
This GED preparation program allows adult students to practice and enhance their skills in order to pass the official GED exam, which includes 4 tests: Reasoning Through Language Arts, Science, Math and Social Studies.

Ready to test?
To register to take the official GED test at the Lincoln Community Center, visit www.ged.com to create an account and schedule your test.

MN State Diploma
In the 2014 Minnesota legislative session, a third option for adults needing a secondary credential was approved:  a state standard adult high school diploma.  This is different from a credit-based K-12 diploma; this new state adult high school diploma is competency-based. Please note: you must be age 19 or older to earn a diploma from this program. 

Steps to enroll in the MN State Diploma program: 

1. If your class has already graduated, obtain a copy of the high school transcript from the school most recently attended.  
2. Referrals or transcripts can be faxed to:  Attn: Diploma Program Supervisor, at (507) 387-6716.
3. Call (507) 345-5222 to schedule an intake and assessment meeting so you can meet with an advisor to discuss your situation.

Please call (507) 345-5222 for more information.

SKILL Employment Preparation Class
This unique class offers work-related training in vital job skills to help reduce poverty and enhance employability, while empowering adults to become productive citizens and accelerate their social transformation. Please call (507) 345-5222 for more information.

SCC Connects Pathway Programming
Start a new career by enrolling in a FREE 8-week preparation course. Courses are available in the 2 leading industries in our region: Healthcare and Advanced Manufacturing.

Gain the confidence necessary to enroll in college and get a better job!
Start a new career by enrolling in  a FREE 8-week preparation course. Courses are available in the 2 leading industries in our region: Healthcare and Advanced Manufacturing.

8-week courses include:

• combination of face-to-face and online instruction
• basic skills and computer literacy development
• exploration of the industry
• connection with local resources
• basic understanding of workplace and college vocabulary

Successful completion of this course will lead to enrollment in South Central College, where you will be provided resources necessary for success in college and the workplace.

Please call (507) 345-5222 for more information about eligibility requirements and enrollment. Eligible participants must meet academic requirements and be eligible to work in the United States.