Adult Education/GED^®

Education at Southern Regional Technical College moves with the speed of life, and we understand that life can sometimes change suddenly. Our Adult Education Program is designed for those individuals who need assistance with basic academic skills. Flexible programs with non-traditional classroom hours are offered so that we can meet the needs of almost anyone’s schedule.

Our services include instruction in basic skills, GED preparation and testing, ACCUPLACER test preparation, and the English Language Acquisition program. The services are free and available at various locations in Colquitt, Decatur, Early, Grady, Miller, Mitchell, Seminole, Thomas, Tift, Turner, and Worth counties. Contact one of the locations below for more information!

• Ashburn – 229-567-8781
• Bainbridge – 229-248-2517
• Blakely – 229-724-2445
• Cairo – 229-378-2909
• Camilla – 229-522-3641
• Colquitt – 229-758-5592 ext 5025
• Donalsonville – 229-524-8719
• Moultrie (Industrial Drive) – 229-217-4181
• Sylvester-229-516-3992
• Thomasville - 229-225-5292
• Tifton-229-391-2615

GED Testing

Available on the Bainbridge, Moultrie (Veterans Parkway), Thomasville, and Tifton Campuses.

Additional registration information may be obtained by calling the Bainbridge Campus at 229-248-2517, Moultrie Campus at 229-217-4181, Thomasville Campus at 229-225-5292, or the Tifton Campus at 229-392-2615 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday.

For more information, call the Career Transition Office at 229-248-2517 (Bainbridge), 229-217-4184 (Moultrie), or 229-225-5066 (Thomasville).

GED Website

GED® and the GED Testing Service® are registered trademarks of the American Council on Education (ACE) and may not be used or reproduced without express written permission. GED® and the GED Testing Service® brands are administered by GED Testing Service LLC under license from ACE. Visit the GED Website for more information.

HOPE GED® Grant

Legal Residents of Georgia who earned a GED Diploma (high school equivalency credential) awarded by the Technical College System of Georgia, Office of Adult Education after June 30, 1993 may receive a one-time $500 HOPE award. This award can be used toward tuition, books, and other educational costs at an eligible public or private college, university, or technical college in a degree, diploma, or certificate program.

GED® and the GED Testing Service® are registered trademarks of the American Council on Education and may not be used or reproduced without the express written permission of the American Council on Education.

GED Website

GED® and the GED Testing Service® are registered trademarks of the American Council on Education (ACE) and may not be used or reproduced without express written permission. GED® and the GED Testing Service® brands are administered by GED Testing Service LLC under license from ACE.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can Adult Education Classes Offer?

• Basic instruction in reading, writing and math skills
• Preparation for the GED® Test
• Individualized programs of study to meet your learning needs
• Small classes
• Free classes and instructional materials
• Career transition assistance into credit enrollment for GED® graduates

Who Should Attend Adult Education Classes?

• Adults who did not finish high school but want to further their education
• Adults with skills below the high school level seeking job advancement
• Adults with limited English proficiency

Where do Classes Meet?

Classes are held in Colquitt, Decatur, Early, Grady, Miller, Mitchell, Seminole, Thomas, Tift, Turner, and Worth counties.

Please contact the Adult Education Office for a complete listing of class sites and schedules.

How do You Enroll in Classes?

For a schedule of classes, contact Southern Regional Technical College. Take a free placement test to determine your starting point.

Students attending the Adult Education Programs will not be charged tuition, fees, or any other charges, or be required to purchase any books, or any other materials, that are needed for participation in the program. (The first charge a student will incur is the charge for GED® testing.)

• Ashburn – 229-567-8781
• Bainbridge – 229-248-2517
• Blakely – 229-724-2445
• Cairo – 229-378-2909
• Camilla – 229-522-3641
• Donalsonville – 229-524-8719
• Colquitt – 229-758-5592 ext 5025
• Moultrie (Industrial Drive) – 229-217-4181
• Sylvester-229-516-3992
• Thomasville - 229-225-5292
• Tifton-229-391-2615

Is there a charge to participate in the graduation ceremony?

There is a $35 graduation fee (payable one month prior to graduation).

GED® Transcript Request

For all GED transcripts, please contact the Department of Education at (800) 946-9433. The original GED® Diploma and an official transcript of test scores will be provided to successful examinees by the Technical College System of Georgia, Office of Adult Education, GED® Testing Program. However, a fee will be charged for a duplicate or replacement GED® Diploma or duplicate official transcripts of test scores. Duplicate official transcripts are $15 and duplicate diplomas are $15. Download the Visit TCSG’s website for more information.

GED® and the GED Testing Service® are registered trademarks of the American Council on Education and may not be used or reproduced without the express written permission of the American Council on Education.