Adult Education

The mission of the WNCC Adult Education program is to provide lifelong educational opportunities and services to address the unique needs of individuals and the community. We provide knowledge and the 21st Century skills necessary to participate effectively as citizens, workers, parents, family members, and contributing members of the local and global community.

$9,000 more annual income for those with high school diploma

97% of college and employers accept GED

7WNCC Adult Education locations in Panhandle

GED Services

Earning a GED means many things to our students. It’s the greater possibility of earning a job. Or a ticket into gaining admission to college. Or even just a sense of accomplishment and pride. Whatever your motivations are, we support you in that endeavor. The best part? Our Adult Education instruction services are completely free!

What is GED?

GED (General Educational Development) is for anyone who wants to earn a Nebraska high school diploma. The GED test, which measures competency of subjects taught in high school, is accepted as an equivalent to a high school diploma by colleges and employers.

How much does it cost?

You are only charged for testing fees, which are $30 per test (four tests) for a total of $120. Instruction is free!

What does the test cover?

The GED test covers four subjects:
Reasoning through Language Arts – focuses on the ability to read closely, write clearly, and edit and understand written English in context.

Social Studies – focuses on social studies reasoning, including civics and government, United States history, economics and geography, and the world.

Science – Focuses on science reasoning, including life science, physical science, and earth and space science.

Mathematics – Focuses on quantitative and algebraic problem solving. An on-screen calculator is available for a portion of the test.

Is the test difficult?

That depends. For some, the material comes naturally. For others, passing the GED can be a challenge. But don’t worry, we’ll help you get there!

How do I register?

If you’re interested in our Adult Education instruction prior to the test, we encourage you to stop by or give us a call at 308.635.6770, and we’ll register you for an orientation.

When you’re ready to take the GED test, register at www.ged.com.

Where can I take the test?

We have testing locations in Scottsbluff, Chadron, and Sidney. However, you also have the option of taking the test online at www.myGED.com.

John N. Harms Center
2620 College Drive
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
308.635.6770
Thursday Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Friday Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Chadron State College
1000 Main Street (Report to Old Admin Building, Room 132)
Chadron, NE 69337
308.432.3393

Sidney
Call 308.635.6770 for information and test dates.

What can I expect from the test?

The GED test takes about seven and a half hours to complete, and is broken into several sections. For more information on the test itself, give us a call at 308.635.6770 or visit www.ged.com.

How do I receive a copy of my GED transcripts?

English as a Second Language (ESL)

Our Adult Education office also offers English as a Second Language (ESL) classes to help improve your English literacy in speaking, reading, and writing. Our ESL instruction is geared toward providing you the skills necessary for employment.

El Programa de Educación para Adultos también ofrece Inglés como Segundo Idioma (ESL) clases que lo ayudan a aprender o mejorar la alfabetización en inglés, como hablar, leer o escribir en inglés. Inglés como segundo idioma también ayuda a las personas con las habilidades ocupacionales necesarias para el empleo.

Our Locations

Scotts Bluff County

WNCC Scottsbluff Campus
1601 E. 27^th Street (Basement of Main Building)
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
308.635.6770

Guadalupe Recreational Center
1200 E. 9^th Street
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
308.635.6775

One Stop Career Center
505A Broadway, Suite 300
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
308.632.1398

Sheridan County

817 N. Oak Street (Blue house across from high school)
Gordon, NE 69343
308.635.6769

Dawes County

Early Head Start Building
255 Chadron Ave.
Chadron, NE 69337
308.747.2017

Cheyenne County

WNCC Sidney Campus
371 College Drive
Sidney, NE 69162
308.254.7458

Kimball County

Kimball Public Library
208 S. Walnut Street
Kimball, NE 69145
308.235.4523

Box Butte County

WNCC Alliance Campus
1750 Sweetwater Ave. #101
Alliance, NE 69301
308.763.2018

Contact Adult Education

Adult Education Main Offices
1601 27^th Street
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
308.635.6770
adulteducation@wncc.edu

Mary Kay Versen
Adult Education Director
308.635.6769
versenm@wncc.edu

Milinda Laeger
Adult Education Program Coordinator
308.635.6771
laegerm1@wncc.edu