The High School Equivalency Preparation Course- (LA-360) is self-paced course offered in a hybrid format. Hybrid courses require students to attend a portion of the course, on campus/in person, and a portion of the course online during specific days and times.
The instructor will have weekly meeting times available for students to discuss assignments, troubleshoot issues, etc.
Students should expect to spend at least 3 hours weekly on Lessons & Practices/Drills
prior to taking each subskill Post test.
This course is an OPEN ENTRY/EXIT course. The goal is to complete at the end of the semester. However, if you're unable to complete the course in one semester, you maybe re-enrolled in the following semester.
LA 360 does not have a required textbook.
The High School Equivalency Preparation Course- (LA-360) is a tuition free course.
Students are responsible for the Campus Health Fee ($21 for hybrid/on campus or $13 for solely off campus), ASB ($2), other materials, etc.
*All fees are subject to change. Changes may result from California legislation or SCCCD Board of Trustee actions. Actual amounts for instructional material fees, health fees, and books and supplies will vary depending on the student’s enrollment.
Students are responsible for testing fees associated with the HiSET examination.
In California, the HiSET test fee is $12.75 per computer-based subtest and $17 per paper-based subtest (there are 5 subtests). The California state administrative fee of $20 and test center fees are not included in the HiSET test fees. Test center fees vary.
*All fees are subject to change. For the most current information regarding fees, please visit HiSET Exam Fees .
Prior to enrolling in the preparatory HiSET course, you should make sure you’re eligible to take the High School Equivalency Exam once the prep course has been completed.
Age Requirements
- 18 years of age or older
- Must be within 60 days of when you would have graduated if you had stayed in school
- Must be 17 years old and out of school for at least 60 consecutive days
- You must be 17 years of age, and fewer than 100 units of high school (additional requirements apply)
Residency
- Proof of California residency
Identification
- Must be able to provide name, birthdate, signature, photograph, and address
For more information regarding eligibility, please visit California HiSET Exam Eligibility .
Get in contact with a counselor (choose one of the following):
- Complete this HiSET Interest Survey and a counselor will reach out to you.
- Attend one of the online Application/Orientation sessions. A list of dates/times are provided below.
- Contact an Adult Education counselor. Contact information for counselors are listed below.
MyPortal login Information
You can access your Student Email, Canvas, WebAdvisor, and other useful tools through My Portal. Click on My Portal located at the top right of any webpage on the Fresno City College website to access your dashboard. The video below will give you step-by-step instructions on how to access My Portal.
Search and Register for Classes through WebAdvisor
Review the FCC Registration Instructions for student portal login information, step-by-step instructions on how to register, and helpful registration tips and reminders.
For login assistance call the Student Systems Support call center at 559.499.6070 or visit the Technology Help webpage for additional information.
For more information, visit our Student Steps to Success page
