NEDP
Adults can demonstrate high school-level skills through completing a portfolio of life skills and academic tasks, anywhere they can access the internet.
​The National External Diploma Program (NEDP) is a hands-on learning program that assesses the high school-level skills of adults and out-of-school youth. The NEDP evaluates the reading, writing, math, and workforce readiness skills with real-world relevance.
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Assesses high school-level skills by awarding a traditional diploma, so graduates can meet their academic and career goals
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Designed for self-directed out-of-school youth and adults with life and work experiences and a general familiarity with the computer
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Offers flexible scheduling and confidentiality
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Includes tasks for in-demand careers and lifelong learning experiences in Financial Literacy, Health Literacy, Civic Literacy, Geography, History, Science, and the 21st Century Workplace.
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Evaluate skills based on the Common Core College and Career Readiness Standards.
Featured Resources
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AGENCIES
CT NEDP Agencies
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MARKETING
Marketing Materials
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TRAINING
Advisor/Assessor Training
Explore the steps to becoming a trained NEDP Advisor/Assessor.​ Note: Select "Register for Training, Meetings & Events" above to view available training.
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NEDP Implementation Training - Trainees will learn the history, philosophy, and implementation of NEDP. NOTE: Prior Director approval required. Pre-work and homework required. Strong digital literacy skills recommended.​
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​​NEDP Evaluation Training - For invited NEDP staff who completed their first full portfolio within the past year. Covers all NEDP phases, intake, first-appointment best practices, and item evaluation. NOTE: Pre-work required.
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NEDP Refresher Training - Review NEDP policies, procedures, and staff roles. NOTE: Required for any NEDP Advisor/Assessor who has not been active since 2020. Must first receive approval from CSDE to enroll.