High School Diploma - Adult Education Center

Completing a High School Diploma

A high school diploma can be earned through the adult education program. If an adult has previously earned some high school units, he or she will need to complete any courses that are required for a diploma. The twenty-four (24) Carnegie Units listed below are required for graduation in SC. Students in this program must pass the South Carolina Exit Exam. This exam covers minimal competencies in reading, math, and writing. Algebra, computer literacy, proficiency in keyboarding, and a comprehensive health curriculum are also required.

A High School Exit Exam is required. The Language Arts/Math sections must be passed to graduate.

Many credits have a mandatory end-of-course exam for completion.
English 1, Math Tech 2/Algebra 1, US History, Biology, Physical Science

If you enroll with Horry County Adult Education, you must have a transcript to verify your credits earned and what you have remaining to accomplish. You may sign for the release of your transcript when you register for classes. You must be OFFICIALLY WITHDRAWN FROM HIGH SCHOOL to register.

Students who qualify for and have approval from the Adult Education Counselor may enroll for on-line credits through the South Carolina Virtual School. Please call for more information, 843-839-5400 or use your search engine to visit the SC Virtual Schools page with the SC Department of Education.

Requirements for earning a high school diploma in adult education:

English	4 units
Mathematics	4 units
Natural Science	3 units
US History & Constitution	1 unit
Economics & US Government	1 unit
Other Social Studies	1 unit
Computer Science, to include keyboarding	1 unit
Physical Education or JROTC	1 unit
Electives	7 units
Either a foreign language OR vocational course	1unit
Total Credits	24 units