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Aspire HSE Classes

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Great Oaks HSE (High School Equivalency)

Great Oaks’ Aspire programs provide services for individuals who need assistance acquiring the skills to be successful in post-secondary education and training, and employment. The program offers classes at several Great Oaks’ locations, and on different days and times to meet diverse needs.

Services Available:

  • Reading, writing and basic math skills
  • Adult Secondary Education/HSE Preparation-get ready for the GED®or HiSet® tests for the Ohio High School Equivalence Diploma
  • Life skills, employability skills and computer literacy
  • Transition services – including employment and post-secondary
  • Corrections education – a partnership with a jail, detention center, community-based rehabilitation center or other similar institution
All HSE Classes
  • Valid government-issued photo ID or passport required to enter building.
  • Seating is limited and on a first-come basis. Late arrivals will not be admitted.
  • No children allowed in building
Please open the links below for printer-friendly versions of information session dates and class schedule, and directions to our various locations.

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Directions to Great Oaks Aspire HSE locations 

In order to enroll in the Aspire HSE program, participant must be at least 19 years old. Students ages 16-18 may be permitted into the Aspire HSE program if they meet Aspire/Ohio Board of Regents requirements, including providing documentation of official withdrawal from school (official school letterhead signed by superintendent or designee). Documentation of official withdrawal or a copy of the diploma must be verified prior to enrollment and must be kept on file with other required student records. Students age 16 and 17 must also obtain a parent or guardian's signature on the Release of Information Form before attending.

Scarlet Oaks

Scarlet Oaks
100 Great Oaks Drive
Cincinnati, Ohio 45241

Before starting HSE classes at our Scarlet Oaks Campus, Students must register and test.

You must attend BOTH registration and testing and remain for the entire time. 

Registration

Choose one time (approximately 2 hours)

Tuesday, October 14
9:00 am OR 5:00 pm

Testing

Choose one time (approximately 2 hours)

Wednesday, October 15
9:00 am OR 5:00 pm

2025-26 Class Times 

T, W, TH 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
T, W, TH 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The Care Center (Loveland)

The Care Center (Loveland)
11020 S. Lebanon Road
Loveland, OH 45140

Before starting HSE classes at all other locations, students must complete a 2.5 hour registration: 

Registration Date/Time

Monday, September 22
9:30 am

2025-26 Class Time

M & W 9:30 am – 12:00 pm

Trinity Lutheran Church (Mt. Healthy)

Trinity Lutheran Church (Mt. Healthy)
1553 Kinney Ave.
Cincinnati, Ohio 45231 (on bus line)

Must attend the entire session. Enter through the double glass doors on Hickman Ave.

Registration Date/Time

Tuesday, September 23
9:30 am

2025-26 Class Time:

T & TH 9:30 am – 12:00 pm