National External Diploma Program (NEDP)

Program Description

This program is a Maryland State approved method to earn a high school diploma. Very similar to an assessment of prior learning process, this program allows adults to demonstrate essential academic competencies, applying their knowledge and life experiences toward earning their high school diploma rather than attending class and successfully completing the GED exam. Each participant works toward a Maryland State High School Diploma by demonstrating academic skills in reading, writing, mathematics, oral communication, problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication technology within eight competency areas. Participants are expected to meet with an assessor to develop a web-based/electronic portfolio which demonstrates that they have acquired the skills required to be awarded a Maryland High School Diploma.

The NEDP® assessors/advisors are available by appointment only at CCBC Catonsville and CCBC Essex.

Program Outcomes

Successful Completion:

CCBC Credential:

Students will have access to a Continuing Education academic record (transcript).

Program Length

Self-Paced - Successful completion is required within 15 months from the date of entering the Assessment phase. The process usually takes between 4 and 12 months, depending on client motivation.

Program Requirements

18 years of age; no high school diploma; not enrolled or required to be enrolled in secondary school under State law; able to demonstrate a minimum of 9th grade skills by pre-testing in math and reading; possess an individualized skill that can be demonstrated through documentation of a current occupation or trade, job skills demonstrated by a current job, a certificate of job training, or a current occupational license; must have computer and internet access to complete all assignments for this self-paced/independent study program’s web-based format.

Application Process

Provisional Entry - Prospective participants are required to attend an information and pre-screening assessment session, take math and reading skills assessments, and provide occupational documentation.

Program Course Sequence

Participants are required to meet with an assigned independent assessor/advisor on a regular basis.  They are responsible for completing in-person web-based written and oral assessments at the center locations, and for completing all homework assignments

1. Pre-Screening: NA

• Textbook/Materials: None

2. NEDP®: Skills Review: ADS 558

• Textbook/Materials: None

3. NEDP®: Portfolio Assessment: ADS 788

• Textbook/Materials: None

Program Costs

• Tuition/Fees: $200 (Tuition-$0/Fees-$200)

Program Contact Information

Initial Contact: Prospective participants must call 443-840-1284 for more information or to schedule an appointment.

Coordinator:

Janet Hale

jhale@ccbcmd.edu

443-840-1279

Essex, BESS 100

Coordinator:

Ellen Beattie

ebeattie@ccbcmd.edu

443-840-3933 

Dundalk, MASH 110