20 Best G.E.D Programs In Austin, TX (2022 Updated)

Overall this is an amazing school. All the staff members are always there for you and they always strive to go above and beyond the call of duty. The school in general is a fun environment to actively retain and learn all the necessary aspects of the type of trade you are trying to obtain. I wish all higher learning schools would be like this school. The Instructors are so knowledgeable and so patient with every student on the right teaching method so everyone can feel like they are learning. I have never felt so accepted at a place even though I had no knowledge what so ever of the materials being taught. They hire only the best and retain these great staff members. The curriculum is on pace with all other schools and probably rivals them as well. I am so appreciative of the amount of caring for every student gets the right type of education at the school. The only thing that I might say they could do better is that because of Covid and some other arising issues is that sometimes the class had to do some maintenance work around the school that was not planned in the curriculum and we really did not learn on those kind of days. We did not mind it much and always did help out, but felt like we had no choice. This is not a complaint, but an opportunity for the school to address the issue. Maybe they could implement this into the curriculum and let students know that there may be some days like this that may arise, so that all students are aware issues like this may arise. I am really sad to leave, but know that I am prepared for what lies ahead in my future. Thanks again to all the Staff, Instructors, and last but not least The Owner of the School. I can see why they got a Seal of Approval from the White House.Amir Mahboubi

I must say that the moment I spoke to Shawn Jamali over the phone in March of 2014, my life changed. He motivated me to come on in to show me what Austin Career Institute could do for my life. The training was awesome. The staff and also the things that the work force offered as well. The tools and the laptop gave us the ability to learn and graduate. The first class that he instructed and we are awesome. I jumped into remote command HVAC where I controlled units throughout different cities from a command center. I moved on from there using my Austin Career Institute's knowledge to land a job in the Artificial Intelligence Robotics field to drive and program self driving autonomous cars. I traveled the United States promoting the self driving technology while also performing trouble shooting and wiring techniques that I learned in school. I am continuing my journey in robotics as a technician with self driving forklifts. My journey has been amazing. I owe a huge thank you to Shawn and his amazing team. I'm forever grateful. Thanks.Larry Campbell Jr.

After a change in careers, I had an opportunity through the Texas Workforce Commission . I was asked to review several schools before making a decision on where I would take the HVAC. I met with the Administrator, who was very down to earth and was able to explain the value of coming to school here ACI, I received tools to start me with off in the trade. The instruction is great for a majority, if not all, styles of learning.A BIG plus for me is the hands on training that we are receiving when it comes to learning the different concepts that we are going through. The additional benefits include the teacher very professional help me create my resume and job searches…In 2 more weeks I will be graduate at school and today I got a company hiring me as HVAC Tech, I so happy… Thanks Mr Shawn. I would highly recommend this school for those who want an opportunity for a new career.Tony Phan

My son started summer camp to catch up for next school year. He has been going for few weeks and so far he is enjoying going and learning. Look forward for the next several months to see his progress. I will update then. Update: My son has been coming to sylvan for a year now this was his second summer. Let me start off by saying this, what a difference a year made. He completed his first 60 hrs of tutoring back in March. He made all A's in school. He improved so much, his teacher noted that he was confident in his work. He even did really well on his starr test which was the first time taking it as he was in 3rd grade. This summer he was in the Reading camp and he really enjoys it. We also threw in some private tutoring to keep his skills fresh and ready to start 4th grade. I truly appreciate the time and effort everyone takes in helping my son. We will be back again for sure.Adelie Alvarez

Sylvan has totally transformed our daughter's life. During the pandemic, our daughter's reading specialists were not meeting with her for the first year that she was online learning, and she fell so far behind because nobody in our household was a dyslexic specialist. As soon as everything was in person again, we enrolled our daughter at Sylvan at the end of her 5th grade year, and she tested at a 2nd grade reading level. One and a half years later, she is now in the beginning of 7th grade, and she just tested at an 8th grade reading level. Not only has Sylvan given her the skills to succeed in reading, but she has gained so much confidence that she is now an officer of the theatre club and she joined the dance team. I have never seen her so confident in herself, and I am so thankful that Sylvan has given her this gift.Dr Sarah Duke, DC

The Sylvan South Austin Learning Center has been an incredible asset towards improving our daughter's reading and comprehension skills. In just a couple of months of twice weekly tutoring, our daughter is almost back to reading at her respective grade level. Our household has an unusual work schedule. Stacy has been super-flexible with accommodating our scheduling needs. The staff are genuinely pleasant, patient, thoughtful, and most of all, effective at what they do. We recommend this Sylvan Center to anyone with a child that needs a little extra support.Ron Suman

I can't say enough good things about Club Z tutoring. We've been with them for about two years, and in that time, my daughter, who is dyslexic, went from a struggling reader to one that is reading on grade level. My daughter is resistant to learning with me but has formed a special bond with her tutor and looks forward to working with her each week. I love that our tutor makes it fun and gives my daughter choices while making sure she's learning what she needs to succeed at school. I appreciate that the owners are former teachers and that they understand the needs of kids with learning disabilities and work to match up the right tutor for your child.Jen Faber

Another incredible experience, I have always struggled with math as a high school student and well into college. I needed additional help when returning back to school after a few years away and was paired with Alan. Not only was Alan well versed in the curriculum we were studying, but he also took multiple approaches to make sure that the material was understood and made sense to me and the way I learn and interpret information. This is the second time I have used Club Z and have always had a great experience. If you are looking for great tutors I would start here.Kimberly Kenna

I called Club Z! because my daughter was struggling in math and needed some extra support. Our tutors, Alan and Jay, have been FANTASTIC! They explained the material in a way my daughter understood and put her at ease with material she'd been struggling with. Alan and Jay are both FIVE STAR tutors and we're very lucky to have had their assistance over the past school year.Carey Henderson

I had 3 months Business English course at HOFT institute and It really helped and improved my use of sophisticated and advanced vocabulary, expressions, and grammar not only at work but also in daily life. I am excited and delighted when I use the expressions learned from HOFT class, some people were like “It is so impressive you know that word!!” It goes saying without that I really appreciate Blair who was a supportive and professional teacher. He was the best English teacher ever. If I had more chances to take classes from him, I would have taken absolutely!! 🙂Amy Han

The best English school in Austin! I spent 5 incredible weeks studying English. All the staff is amazing and very very funny. The school organize a lot of extra activity like bowling, park day, international potluck and many other! My English has improved during this 5 weeks and I returned at home very happy! Thanks Blair, Marta, Nelson and all the staff! Highly recommended!Jacopo Mascardo Giordano

Are you looking for an ESL program where you can not only learn "Real English" with professional instructors and utilize what you learnt with Americans and other international students through various activities? HOFT is the best place for you! Staffs are super nice and friendly, and services they provide are amazing! You won't regret studying with HOFT!unjung ryu

The over all experience at Southern Careers Institute, Austin Campus was a huge change in Dynamic, Routine, and overall educational experience. While the Directors do their very best to assist all students in achieving their long term goals to attain a whole career, they make sure that they have the time to be human as well and go above and beyond to make sure that the students are at their best mindset. This past year that I have spent with them feels more like 10 years of experience with so many different students that I met, nurtured and felt the experience of seeing them graduate. My over all personal experience is one that I will never regret and over all feel that this is a home for those who love to help others, to the point where there are no options left to exhaust in order to make sure the student climbs another step in their life choices. SCI does care, they have a heart and will do anything to make sure that those who are looking for a chance or opportunity to better themselves no matter the past have it here. I want to thank all of those who have helped me and supported me through my role as an admissions rep for a year. I also want to thank my students who made me feel a whole person as I saw them grow and change into new people who have the hope, excitement, and drive to do their best. Once again. Thank you SCI, for the opportunity and great experience you have provided! Over and out- VL Admissions Rep. PS. To my students, Keep hitting it hard. Your experience will flourish as soon as you hit that first job! Don't ever give up, and don't look back at the past. "Arriba y Adelante"- VL's GrandmotherVito Lozano

In my experience with this School, I Do Not Recommend. If wasn’t for the instructor Rodrigo, which is a great guy and CDL instructor, I would leave the school on my first day, and I wanted to, he was the one that convinced me to stay. The administration made me fell that they care about you only until they get your money, after that there is no follow up. They advertised that you can get ready in 4 weeks. Absolutely NOT TRUE. I asked in person 4 times , and they told me Yes, it can be done most likely in 6 weeks, I believed and enrolled myself, but took more than 2 months. That’s because after they take my money , they said they have too many students and the schedule is full . And it doesn’t matter if you have a life outside the school ( which everyone has) and tell them that you can’t make in certain hour of the day, they still make the schedule as you are there just to do what they tell you to do. And they schedule you in the worse DPS to be tested , just because to call and schedule in a better one is to much work. That is my experience with the school. People that I’ve meet throughout the course are also unhappy. But if you don’t have any experience with trucks, have the time and pacience to be there 2 months at least, the instructor Rodrigo is the right guy. He makes you calm and confident about driving that huge truck.Elson De Oliveira

I'm not one to normally post negative reviews, however this needs to be put out there. I have not attended this institution, this is solely based off of the experience I have received after accepting one call. I made a grave mistake of agreeing to hearing this institution out on trying to get me to apply and attend. This was back in July/ early August. I heard out their entire spiel over what they offer, and after I told the recruiter I did not have the money to attend (nor would I in the near future) they began their consistent harassment. They have been constantly calling me from different numbers after I had blocked the initial number because the recruiter began calling me back to back to back after I declined her calls while I was at work, I now receive constant emails from DIFFERENT email addresses even after I unsubscribed from all emails and reported as spam. They are still reaching out to me to this day through text and new phone numbers. From what I have experienced based off of this is that this place just wants your money.Aden Russell

Didn’t even give me a second chance to go back just cause a incident with my mental health and wasn’t willing to help and falsely accused me of 3D printing “weapons” when the filament that is used melts at low temperature and there wasn’t even a weapon printed just a part that was gonna be used in making a computer and tried to say I was selling “drugs” and I just wanted achieve my goal and pursue my education and ended up incarcerated instead all for a situation that could’ve been easily resolved literally they say oh we don’t judge and accept anyone but literally are hypocrites and don’t realize to put they’re selfs at a viewpoint of what another persons going through and let the ones who really don’t care make it and the ones that do care get brushed offDamian Silguero

I wasted my time trying to put my son in this school.. I waited 2 weeks to see if anyone would call me to see if he got approved to go.. I didn't get a call so, I called them.. A lady told me he didn't get approved because of his behavior.. Really!!!!! So y'all going off my son past? He hasn't had a behavior problem since he was in the 8th grade.. This is why kids act out because people like y'all who holds things against them. Y'all don't give kids a chance, just tell them no.. I'm not even mad about yall evil ways I'll just pray about it.. This is a school my son really wanted to go to.. I had to give my son the bad news about him not getting approved ..Yea he was sad but, I told him don't worry it's something better for u..Kristie White

Never actually been inside. How ever it seems the boy's and girls that ate moving about have a objective for personel awareness self improvement and a better understanding of people around them that they too are apart of a community that we all are no worse no better just individuals trying to suceed in this race called Life.David Tomasetti

I am sure you have heard the expression, "Too Good To Be True", that's exactly what we have in PelotonU. I struggled to balance work life, children, marriage, financial concerns, and school. l would say school was the loser, but it as really me losing out at school. I learned about PelotonU, and I was skeptical that they could really deliver on what they were promising, "A college degree with no debt", but it is true. I am on the path to an AA, and they have committed to be here for me for my BA. Look out glass ceiling, here I come. If you are looking for an easy out, this isn't it. But if you are willing to work hard, uphold your commitments and obligations, there isn't a more supportive program around. If you honestly want an education, but find time and money getting in your way, talk to the recruiter Samantha, find out if PelotonU is right for you, and believe me when I tell you….PelotonU is exactly what they advertise, the only string attached is that you are dedicated, and work hard.PatCra

If you want to earn your degree while you work, PelotonU is a great program to do just that. You get the support of amazing people like Hudson and Sarah not just academically but with life in general. PelotonU offers students a way to earn their degree at their own time, through accredited online schools which is better cause it gives you the freedom to decide when and where to study and if you dont understand something they offer support with people that will make things much more clear. They are great people and I was blessed to be apart of PelotonU for the time I was.Fernando M

The Peloton U service has supportive staff members and it’s very convenient for DACA recipients. Unfortunately, the program does not have my preferred degree, so this program has limited degrees. I wanted to take Technical Drafting or Computer Electronics. So I am willing to take Software Development. Update: the program told me that they’re not offering Software Development for DACA recipients. So if your a DACA holder and you’re into computer software, then this company is not for you. I now changed from 5 stars to 2 stars.Emmanuel Juarez

I would give this company zero stars if I could. My son–who could not sign up to take a test on his own profile because he was too young and has no credit card to pay for the test — took a test under my profile but we indicated that the test was **not for me** in response to questions in their online questionnaire. There was no place in their online form that I could see to indicate the name of the person who was taking their test other than to provide his email address, which we did. We (wrongly) assumed that a spot for his name would show up in a later part of the testing process. Upon completion of the test, however, my son received a passing certificate with my name on it. This company refused to correct the name to his name on his certificate of completion. I called twice and they will not address the error or refund our money for the first test. Now he must start over and we have to pay for a new test. And the real bonus is that because we provided his email address, he now gets spam emails from them. Thanks so much guys, what a (NOT) great experience this was.Mary Williams

It is a great learning experience. I learneddifferentthing'sfor this assignment, but I must say something. In the final exam, once we look over over answers and click the button to finalize it. You should show us what we got wrong so we can learn not to make that same mistake when re-taking exam. It frustrates me not knowing what answer I had picked was either right or wrong, and if you already have done that, then I do not see it or how to access it. That is all I have to say, thank you.Yukikio Hara

I'd do zero stars if i could, i spent 10 Hours on a 1 hour food managers exam, because it would continue logging me out and then they wouldn't respond for another 24 hours, this happened 8 times….. then when i finished i went to support and i asked for a partial refund, they said "well you took the test." as if i didn't know that. i explained the issues i had and they never got back to me. As a manager this is a terrible way to treat customers.Milo Munoz

This is a two for one review: ACC Highland Campus and Austin PBS's new studio/offices. It's a WOW! I was able to get a first look into the new Austin PBS studio days before its grand opening to the public. It may be empty now, with a few last minute furnishings and paint etc., but what a fantastic space it is and will be for Austin. The ACC campus is shared with Austin PBS grounds which are absolutely gorgeous. Beautifully set in the middle of a grove of old established oak trees you'll find coffee and bakery shops, fooderies, and a nail salon that surround the campus. Students who want to live close to the ACC campus will have various new apartment housing to choose from. Some residencies are so close to the ACC doors, students could roll out of bed and walk right across the street and be inside. Parking is generously available too, with several parking garages within walking distance from both Austin PBS and ACC. Bottom line… The new Austin PBS and ACC campus is a grand new indoor/outdoor space in Austin!G

My college experience as been anything but pleasant, half the time I felt like they didn’t even want us there. Let’s not talk about the knuckleheads they have working student services. It seems like they try to find the least helpful people to put in the position of interaction. Went in and asked for help and these two guys start talking to me like I’m mentally impaired. Very assuming and not helpful to what was needed at all. In fact I was told to go to another campus!!! When this is my home campus!!!!Can you believe that? I suggest going to another campus for advising and student services, all the way.Micheal Macy

Not what it used to be. When I started my school career here nearly 10 years ago, the staff would go out of their way to ensure every student was taken care of. Now, if you have a documented issue with technical problems (such as Blackboard not screen-sharing properly, a KNOWN and CONFIRMED problem by ACC & BB) they will give you the absolute run around and never take any accountability. Even after filing a formal complaint, they NEVER followed up and completely ghosted me. Sorry ACC, I graduated high school long ago – maybe your staff should act like they have too?Grant Smithy

This is the most awful school in Austin!!! They only care about money!!! I am going back to my country now,so I am not scared of their thread.they even ask money for the online homework and textbook before ask you !!the teachers are not nice at all!! As a brand new people in USA without knowing any culture or language,I really suffer a lot.I am glad later I transfer to another school… I don't need to suffer that much unfair treatment! That is a lot of good schools in Austin,hopefully you don't need to go there. That is the darkest days in my life there. I don't know that lady call Sarah she's still there or not,she almost killed me by giving me so much depression!soooo mean lady,I will never forget her. Anyway,those are my experiences.hopefully is helpful for you to choose a good school.二公子Gongzi

Teachers at TIEP are very kind and friendly. After learning English at TIEP, I will do internship program so i have to make my resume and prepare job interview. When i asked them about the resume and job interview, they helped me kindly. Thanks for their help, I prepared my interview well. I had difficulty communicating in English when i arrived in Austin, but now i feel that my ability has being improved because of TIEP education. That’s so amazing. There are a lot of events at TIEP. Recently, I enjoyed Halloween party, Mixed monday and Potluck party etc. I will enjoy Christmas Tree Decoration events today, so if you join TIEP events, you can make friends and enjoy events.Hyunji Lee

I'm South of Korea. I've studied English in TIEP in this semester. When I come Austin at first, I couldn't speak anything, but teachers and friends help me a lot whenever I have problems in the class, so now I am a talkative person! all of teachers are very kind, and they want to give students help. In addition, there are many programs in TIEP. one of them is the conversation meeting, which is TIEP students and UT students have a conversation once a week. I've participated in the meeting and we have talked in English!! I can't forget these time in TEIPBrialey

Fraud alert charges and misleading information as school service hidden behind devices and phones operations signals and paperwork documents and registration process and shutting down lines and changing email's and doing scheme operations behind devices and using them to be disrespectful through the phones lines etc….. Discrimination against schools and child services and 504 planGeorge Ellison

The sight i looked up came quick and easy.It gave me information i needed.Also it gave me what i looked up not twenty other web sites that kind of fit the dicscription of what i was looking for.Steven Cazares

It tries to be good and be smart and does it most of the time, but sometimes like in the case of the fulmore name change they go full retard.Ferris Jones

Words cannot express my gratitude for the blessings and assistance through funding available at Goodwill. Many types of assistance needed is considered if you have a case manager at oversees your situation and progress! I have been in the program since January and have already obtained a position for employment necessary clothes for the job groceries for eating and occasional gas cards for getting to and from work until check start coming in. Thank you Goodwill! Tracy keyTracy Key

This particular location has a terrible service. They left me in the phone waiting for 48min, I just wanted to ask if they had a medical item, and they didn't even let me ask. Other locations were great, went and look and responded. This location is HORRIBLE. They need to train well the employees or get better ones to sell more and get more money!Whitty McCartney

Didn't live up to the hype Macklemore. Went inside and the first thing I noticed was the foul cleaner smell. It was so strong that I only stayed 5 minutes. I also felt itchy the whole time there. Selection was limited too.Gary Hwu

Club Z LSAT Prep was a great choice. From my first diagnostic to my best, I increased my score 15 points. My instructor was very informative and the in-person curriculum kept me focused on the right strategies in order to be successful on test day.Linda Shinolt

The Club Z is an amazing place ! The staff is very patient and great with the kids ! My daughter and son both have attended the tutoring center and love it ! The Club Z has really helped both my children build confidence in areas they had trouble !Doyle Morgan

Club Z has helped me focus and study for the ACT twice now and it is a fantastic program. It has significantly helped my test scores, and has given me tips that can help me calm down and focus on the exam.Daniel Sutton

I have volunteered with Communities in Schools for two school years and it has been a very rewarding experience. I volunteered the first year by myself and the second time now with my wife. It has been a great experience for her too. If you have any time during the afternoon, I recommend volunteering with their SmartKids programs where you help kids with homework and activities after school.Chris Bucheit

They have great classes, facilities are lovely. They have supplies to help in the classroom (large scale laminating and the like) I alway invite a friend when I go.Art Sketchbooking and Stuff

An organization that provides adult education services and helps people move from poverty to sustainable income and independence.Kimberly Goode

I have always been an advocate for UTI and I was so excited when I heard Austin was getting a campus. This place is immaculate!! I recently got to visit during their grand opening as an employer and I was blown away by this campus. It made me want to enroll due to the amazing equipment they had for the students. The job fair was so organized and the students truly are going to be set up with an amazing career once they graduate. The 30+ employers who attended will truly be fighting over these students once they graduate to hire them! Roxanna Padilla particularly is one of the best career advisors I have had the pleasure to work with. Your are in good hands once you meet with her!Sarah L.

Bait and Switch. False claims of VA GI Bill acceptance but instead tries to convince applicants to relocate hundreds of miles away. Very sketchy business practice. How is it that a supposedly approved VA approved school with a campus in the city I reside in not be able to use my benefits BUT if I relocated hundreds of miles away to different location of the same exact school, I’d be able to use it without a problem? Yes, that doesn’t sound sketchy at all. That sure doesn’t sound like trying to get someone committed and then after moving yelling, “surprise! You can’t use your benefits here either so pay your bill!”Daniel Lee

Coach Curry was amazing!! Thank you so much for instructing "Positive Families." I really looked forward to your class with my son Anthony. He opened up and learned valuable lessons. I was very doubtful about my son going to this school, but I am glad he went to better himself. Thanks to all the staffing who played apart in his short time there.Melissa Rodriguez

Employed by AISD/Paraprofessional aka Teacher's Assistant, all I can say is that it takes a very special human being to work here.Blanca Mejia

I graduated from Flatiron in May of 2020, by July I was working part time at SignUp and by October I was employed full time as a software engineer! The course load is intense, and you need to be ready to treat it like a full time job. This material is difficult and daunting, but if you put in the time the instructors and coaches are there to match your energy and then some. If you are looking to change your career (and life), Flatiron is a great place to start!Dane Dawson

Supposed to receive a call from Anna for information but she hung up as soon as I answered and immediately emailed saying we got disconnected and told me to reschedule. I called back immediately and emailed but got no answer or response. Obviously didn't want to give any info.Edward Estevez

Don’t bother, you’re better off going through a self paced program. We basically watch YouTube videos and teach one another. Administrative department is NEVER available and when you are able to catch one passing in the hall, he/she is vexed. You can call and email allllll day and never get a response so the cards they have sitting are for decor. Admissions are just sales men and we all know salesmen can’t be trusted!! RUN to YouTube, you’ll save thousands of dollars and hours of frustration.VANCE M

Best advice is to please consider a community college or other university first. You are expected to be on campus Monday-Friday, there is no flexibility at the Austin Campus. ADN bridge program is longer than any other bridge program and way too expensive. Save your money, go to a community college, there is plenty of resources, flexibility and financially better in there than here.Canela ParaVos

Ive applied countless times and recieved no call or emails, and when i call their number doesnt even work anymore. Havent even bothered to contact me i doubt they will even bother to help. Wish i could give it a zeroDarin Villegas

I needed to reply to the person that said he was never contacted. If you go to the website,you'll find an email address. Write an email and they will contact you immediately or go to the building.Jennifer Whinnery