High School Equivalency

BoulderReads offers 3 different programs, the descriptions for each are below.

Career Online High School

Career Online High School offers adults the chance to earn their high school diploma, as well as career certificates. Learn more about this program here. Full scholarships now available! If ready to begin the process, click here and complete the Readiness Survey.

High School Equivalency (HSE) Test Preparation Classes in English

It’s time to finish your high school diploma with an experienced instructor in a small group setting. The library offers in-person HSE/GED preparation classes, providing all learning materials needed at no cost. Learners must be 17+ years old and live or work in Boulder County. This class prepares you for the 4 subject tests:

Math
Language arts
Social studies
Science

In order to earn a high school equivalency certificate you must pass all 4 tests. Additional tutoring support may be available if needed. Registration is limited to 18 students.

Spring 2025 classes will be on Tuesdays 6 – 8 pm in person at NoBo Library. Registration will open in January, click here to register.

Obtén tu Certificado de equivalencia de secondaria en español

¡Ven y prepárate para tomar el examen HiSET en español gratis! Se ofrecen de 12 a 16 sesiones presenciales para cada asignatura. Los materiales de estudio y los exámenes están incluidos sin costo alguno. Los participantes deben tener 18 años o más y vivir en el condado de Boulder. La clase está limitada a 15 participantes.

El próximo semestre ofreceremos dos clases en español en los siguientes días:

Clase de lectura en persona en NoBo – aula de BoulderReads, los lunes, de 10:00 a 11:30 a. m., del 3 de febrero al 5 de mayo. Para registrarse usa este enlace.
Clase de escritra en línea, los martes, de 6:00 a 7:30 p. m., del 4 de febrero al 22 de abril. Para registrarse usa este enlace.

La inscripción se abre el 2 de diciembre y se cierra el 14 de enero.

Learn More About Exams for High School Equivalency in Colorado

GED, visit the GED Testing Service website
HiSET, visit the HiSET Website
For up-to-date information regarding HSE testing in Colorado, visit the Colorado Department of Education’s High School Equivalency page.

Other High School Equivalency Resources

The BoulderReads Literacy Collection at Boulder Public Library maintains a variety of HSE preparation resources and materials for learners and instructors/tutors. You can prepare for your exam with free online classes using your Boulder Public Library card. Find out more!