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• Homework required in writing by the instructor, may not exceed the predetermined amount. • Hours may reflect less than, but no more than, the weekly scheduled hours recorded in the SOR. Accumulated study hours may not carry over. 2540.10.65 EDUCATIONAL (ACADEMIC) ACTIVITIES

Educational/Academic activities includes: • High School Equivalency Diploma (HSE), • High School (HS), • Adult Basic Education (ABE), and • English as a Second Language (ESL).

High School and HSE preparation are “core” activities for TANF recipients aged 19 and under who are heads of household but are “non-core” activities for TANF recipients aged 20 and older.

For ABAWDs, when Supervised Job Search is combined with the above Educational (Academic) Activities, it must comprise less than 50% of the 20 hours per week work requirement. 2540.10.65.05

HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY DIPLOMA - HSE

High School Equivalency (HSE) test preparation is defined as classroom instruction to assist a participant who has not graduated from high school to obtain the HSE Diploma. The test measures the individual’s level of achievement relative to that of graduating high school seniors as well as readiness for college and the workforce. It is available in paper-and-pencil form and on-line.

Upon completion of HSE classes, and meeting all local and state requirements, the participant will take the HSE test. Individuals who pass the test will receive a High School Equivalency Diploma.

The participant must provide justification that the individual is prepared to take the test and obtain pre-approval from IMPACT supervisory staff to pay the fee. The HSE test fee is a one-time only (lifetime) payment regardless of whether the individual passes or fails the test.

Once the test has been administered, the test center will provide the IMPACT Office with verification of the testing date and scores.

Participants must record and instructors must verify participation on RECORD OF IMPACT ATTENDANCE, for every hour of class time for every day of every month. Countable hours include supervised study activities and up to one hour of unsupervised homework time for each hour of class time if advised or required in writing by the instructor. Attendance and excused absences must be recorded in the System of Record (SOR). 2540.10.65.10

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