High School Equivalency Program (HEP)
What is HEP?
The High School Equivalency Program (HEP) is an educational program for migrant/agricultural workers and their families providing free GED & HiSET classes.
Services
- Classes held throughout the week in your community (day, night or online)
- Textbooks and school supplies provided
- Test preparation for HiSet and GED
- Workshops on being a successful student and technology
- Individualized study plans
- Financial aid
- Careeer assessment, planning and placement services
- Participation in cultural events (museum, festive days, etc)
Eligibilty
You may qualify if:
- You are 16 years of age or older
- Have spent a minimum of 75 days during the past 24 months as a migrant or seasonal farm worker
OR
- Are the dependent of at least one immediate family member who has spent a minimum of 75 days during the past 24 months as a migrant or seasonal farm worker
- You are eligible to participate, or have participated within the past 24 months, in the MEP or NFJP
Classes available
- Virtual classes via.Zoom | Monday – Thursday | 6-8pm
- Neosho, MO | Room 149, Farber Hall, Crowder College | Monday & Wednesday | 6-8pm
- Webb City, MO | Room 102, Hickey Building, Crowder College | Monday-Thursday | 6-8pm
- Springdale, AR (to be announced)
- Monett, MO (to be announced)
For more information contact our HEP office:
Angel Garcia, HEP Coordinator/Recruiter-Missouri & Kansas | 417.346.5844
Ayme Villanueva, HEP Coordinator/Recruiter-Arkansas & Oklahoma | 417.368.4655
