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Career Online High School

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Earn Your High School Diploma

You can finish your high school diploma online for free. Take the next step in your education and career. It takes just three steps to get started:

  1. Choose a Career Path and enroll in its Part 1: Prerequisite Course (also known as the 2-week trial course).
  2. Complete Part 1: Prerequisite Course within 2 weeks.
  3. We will contact you with next steps.

Who Can Enroll?

You may be able to enroll if you:

Check our Career Online High School website for full eligibility requirements and more details.

We can also help you decide if the program is a good fit for you. You can call 510-745-1480 or contact us online.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • Career Online High School is a free online program for eligible adults.

    You can:

    • Earn an accredited high school diploma.
    • Earn a career certificate.
    • Study online on your own schedule.
  • You may be able to apply if you:

    • Are 19 or older.
    • Want to earn your high school diploma.
    • Have an Alameda County Library card.
    • Meet the program requirements.

    Check our Career Online High School website for full eligibility requirements and more details.

    We can also help you decide if the program is a good fit for you. You can call 510-745-1480 or contact us online.

  • No.

    Career Online High School helps you earn an accredited high school diploma, not a GED.

    If you're not sure which option is right for you, we can help you learn more. You can call 510-745-1480 or contact us online.

  • Visit the Career Online High School website to:

    • Learn about the program.
    • Check if you're eligible.
    • Start the application.
  • We will:

    • Talk with you about the program.
    • Help figure out if you qualify.
    • Help you get started if you are accepted.

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  • Yes.

    Our staff will support you while you work toward your high school diploma and career certificate.

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