The National External Diploma Program

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TheNational External DiplomaProgram
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What is the External Diploma Program (EDP)?

• Nationally- and State-recognized high school
  completion program
• Competency-based, using skills adults have
  learned on the job, in the home, and in the
  community

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EDP Competencies

• Oral and written communication
• Listening, reading, and following directions
• Computation and problem-solving
• Sensitivity to cultural diversity and the need
  for teamwork
• Career development and/or entry-level job skills

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EDP Competencies, cont.

• An awareness of social, consumer, governmental,
  and economic issues
• Familiarity with technological tools such as
  computers and calculators
• Ability to understand, use, and apply data in
  context
• Learning to learn

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The EDP Is

• Designed especially for adults
• Self-paced
• Confidential
• Conducted through one-to-one appointments
• Not curriculum-driven

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The EDP Also

• Offers flexible scheduling
• Allows adults to choose instructional resources
• Demands mastery without requiring classroom seat
  time
• Assesses skills of motivated, self-directed adults

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How is the EDP completed?

• Diagnostics
• Assessment
• Post-task assessment
• Individualized competency
• Portfolio review

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EDP FAQ

• How long does it take to complete?
• Do I do all my work at school?
• Is this diploma accepted by colleges?

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Whats Next?

• Make an appointment with
• Windsor Locks Adult Education
• 860-292-5712
• adulted_at_wlps.org
• Visit the NEDP website (www.nedp.org)