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The Learning Center is open to all adults in need of academic instruction and guidance. Hours vary by day, and we will try to meet you on your schedule. Our staff provides individualized instruction in the areas of:

• High School Equivalency
• HiSET Prep
• Accuplacer Prep
• Math and ELA instruction to prepare you for college-level coursework
• General reading, writing, and math tutoring for anyone pursuing college or career education
• Workforce credential or certification tutoring and prep
• College and Career advising

All services through the Learning Center are FREE of charge. If you or anyone you know could use any of these services, please contact us.

Instructional Hours

Due to restrictions, please do not drop in unannounced to the Learning Center. Call us to schedule your first appointment.

Rolling admissions!

We have two high school completion options for students in the Mt. Desert Island region:

Option One: Students who successfully complete the HiSET® (think: GED®) will be awarded a High School Equivalency Diploma which affords the student the same rights and privileges as a credit-bearing diploma. A preparation plan can be done remotely under teacher guidance though an intake, pre-assessments, and practice tests are required. Contact us!

Option Two: Students who only need a handful of credits to complete their diploma can do so through MDI Adult Education. Some Credits might be earned remotely though an intake and pre-assessment are required. Contact us!

Please note that you should live within our area of Mt. Desert Island so that you can attend in-person sessions when required or desired.

This program is self-paced and will continue throughout the school year, though summer hours, especially in July, are reduced.

Open Enrollment

The HiSet™ is a series of five subject tests; Science, Social Studies, Reading, Writing, and Math. The HiSet has replaced the GED in Maine. Students are enrolled in HiSET Academy to help them prepare for the exam. Students are expected to attend an in person class at least two hours per week and also complete at least two hours of study online per week. HiSET Academy and the HiSET exam are free for Maine residents. Participants must be at least 17 years old and not enrolled in high school. Please call 207.941.6316 for a registration appointment for either the High School Diploma program or the HiSet.

HiSet is Maine’s general education development (GED) program. If you are an adult without a high school diploma, the High School Equivalency Test (HiSET) program could be your route to improved career prospects, a college education and increased earnings potential. Adult diploma programs are central to the mission and tradition of Maine Adult Education. Get your diploma and be one step closer to achieving your life's goals! Our daytime learning center is open only by appointment due to Covid-19 restrictions, but we have an active tutoring program available via Zoom.  Email us or call our office to get started on your journey to a diploma or beyond!

The HiSET is a High School Equivalency test that replaces the GED in the State of Maine:

• Certifies a candidate’s attainment of academic knowledge and skills
• Prepares students to test in five core areas: reading, writing, math, science, and social studies
• Official HiSET instruction and testing is offered in Fryeburg and Naples
• Start anytime! (Rolling admission)

 It's Never Too Late To Graduate!

Call our office 207-627-4291 for more information.

HiSet is Maine’s general education development (GED) program. In this 6-week Zoom course, you’ll learn how to write an essay for the HiSET Writing Test.   The class will focus on organizing your ideas and providing supporting details in an argumentative essay. Grammar, punctuation, and writing mechanics will also be covered.  There will be opportunities for revising and editing with other students. Learn how to write your best essay!

Students enrolled in this course have the opportunity to learn basic, everyday math skills, prepare for the HiSET math exam, complete credits for Adult High School diploma and/or brush up on math for college, in a relaxed, comfortable environment. If you have always found math to be a struggle, join our math learning lab to gain more confidence. Our instructors assess students and develop individualized programs to meet academic needs.

• Individual and small group instruction, self-study, and computer- based learning options.
• Start anytime! (Rolling admission)
• Instruction is available in Naples and Fryeburg.

For more information call 207-647-3015 or use the Register Online button and we will contact you.

Students enrolled in this course will develop basic, everyday reading and writing skills in a relaxed, comfortable environment. This is a great course designed to help prepare for the HiSET Reading or Writing exams, complete credits for Adult High School diploma and/or brush up on reading and writing skills for college, in a relaxed, comfortable environment.

• Individual and small group instruction, self-study, and computer- based learning options.
• Rolling admission.
• Instruction is available in Naples and Fryeburg.

For more information call 207-647-3015 or use the Register Online button and we will contact you.