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YEP EDUCATES.

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YEP Educates is an adult education program that offers flexible options to earn a high school equivalency diploma and build literacy skills for anyone 16 and older who hopes to expand opportunities for themselves; instruction is in English and Spanish. 

*HiSET formally known as GED

Services Provided:

  • High school equivalency instruction and test preparation for ages 16+

  • Free on-site HiSET testing

  • Help with post-secondary education applications and enrollment support

  • Help with basic needs, including transportation

  • Supportive services and referrals to community resources

Frequently Asked Questions:

  • Is the HiSET the same as a GED? Yes, it is. In Louisiana it was called GED, but is now called the HiSET. 

  • How old do I have to be to enroll? We take all ages, 16 and above!

  • Where are classes near me in New Orleans? Please see the easily accessible locations below.

Locations:

Mid-City: 139 S. Broad St, New Orleans, LA 70119

Monday-Thursday: 9am-7pm

Friday: 9am-2pm

(504) 658-9221

West Bank: 1111 Newton St., New Orleans, LA 70114

Monday-Friday: 9am-2pm

(504) 658-4577

New Orleans East: 12000 Hayne Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70128

Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm

(504) 267-3882

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1600 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd.

New Orleans, LA  70113

504.522.1316

info@youthempowermentproject.org

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YEP is incredibly proud to have earned the 4-Star rating again this year from Charity Navigator, the world’s largest and most trusted nonprofit evaluator.

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