13 Best G.E.D Programs In Pittsburgh, PA (2022 Updated)

While I personally have not availed myself of the educational aspects of BTC, I have referred numerous folk to this facility over my 30 years in the ministry in and around the Pittsburgh area. Young people struggling with 'temptations of easy money on the streets' have found viable vocations thru training at BTC. Older folk stuck in deadend jobs have opened their horizons thru additional training. Offering people the opportunity to expand their cultural and social vistas have found art and music and entire worlds they did not realize existed – all of it at Bidwell. I can't speak highly enough of their dedicated staff, excellent training and top notch caring. And if Bidwell can't help, they will find someone who can. One of the best kept secrets of Pittsburgh – spread the word: Bidwell Training Center.Mary Jane Fullerton

Bidwell Training Center… Professional and welcoming atmosphere, Quality education (at NO cost to the student), GREAT instructor's and staff (who become your personal cheerleaders) A TRAINING CENTER THAT LIVES UP TO ITS MORALS AND STANDARDS. This place WILL change your life for the better If you REALLY want to invest in yourself. Proud to be an ALUMNI! #ABKTonja Grate

This place is the best kept secret in Pittsburgh! There are several programs. I am very involved in the Chem Lab Tech program. If you're thinking of furthering your education or getting a solid skill set in a growing industry, check this program out.Angelo Nardozi

My time at Rosedale was good the teachers were great and honestly made life long friends while I was there. I did the electrical program and at the time I thought I was learning a lot but once I got into the field I had realized how behind I was. It blows my mind on how the program is $37,000 and they don’t have a pipe threader, electric conduit bender, nor a wall to have us practice running conduit…etc. Most of the learner was book work and staring at power points which isn’t why kids go to trade school at all. I know I don’t know the whole business behind the schools and all that but in my eyes if you have that many kids paying that amount of money to go there you can afford to spend $10,000 or less on more equipment that’ll prepare us for the field. During my time there they were expanding the shop areas so they’ve might’ve fixed the issues since I graduated. I also work with people all across the country that did the same program as me and there schools only cost around $12,000 for the same degree so I’m not sure what the difference is why those states are so much cheaper. So before you commit to the school don’t be afraid to look out of state in the mid west. $12,000 is a huge difference then $37,000. The guys I work with have there loans paid off in the first few months of working and I’m still chipping away at mine.Colt Eccles

Just one word…..AWESOME!!!! I regret nothing by saying that the previous school I wasted 12 weeks at, in my first 8 weeks of gen ED alone will cover what 20 weeks of the actual field of study at my previous school what have covered, and the school I went to previously all their “gen Ed” was online on a computer on a proprietary website.:…rosedale on the other hand? They do absolutely everything including your gen ed course all in house! They go out of their way to help you balance your school, your work, and personal life. Plus the students and staff? Just great people!! Rosedale knows what they’re doing! i am an NCST dropout….NCST is horrible. Rosedale is top notch! Drop an extra 10-12 grand on your fasfa, if you’re able to financially? They’re student housing available right on the bus line, rosedale all around is just better!Sean Rock

Honestly could not say anything bad about Rosedale Tech. From the staff to the classes to the food served at lunch there isn’t another place like it and I am glad to have spent my time here. Dave helped me feel at home when going through admission and from then on I knew I made the right choice. The relationships built along the way makes the days feel like hours and hours like minutes and you’re left wondering where time went. Before you know it you’re walking the stage with a new job and a career set before you. I chose the route of HVAC-R and I couldn’t have been happier to have Aaron Miller as the main instructor. Aaron is a one of a kind, selfless instructor and friend who always looks for ways to help those struggling along the way by restoring confidence in yourself. All in all, if you’re considering enrolling, 100% recommended.Matt McKay

I am a former tutor with Literacy Pittsburgh, and my time volunteering with them was wonderful. They do a lot for the Pittsburgh community like help with job readiness, English language classes, GED preparation, and more. When I was a tutor, they were very supportive of me and made sure I had everything I needed to provide a great lesson plan. Whether you are a learner in need of some help or a volunteer looking to give back, Literacy Pittsburgh will provide you with the resources and compassion that you need.Marcie Lord

GPLC is a non profit organization, which plays a very important role to reduce illiteracy, helps jobless people to applying job. ESL classes run very smoothly, many newly immigrant people get English education. GED classes are run as well. All the teaching and non teaching staff are very kind, really they understand the problems and feeling of learners who come to GPLC. I wish GPLC will be a light of education in Pittsburgh. Chhabi KadariyaChhabi Kadariya

If there were more organizations like Literacy Pittsburgh, this world would be a better place! Literacy Pittsburgh is a great organization always working to help people succeed in life and professionally. Thank you Literacy Pittsburgh!carlos becerra

Let me make something very clear by saying the professors themselves are fantastic. They have never done me wrong by any means and have been so beneficial in my college education and supportive in my dream to seek education beyond CCAC. The administration at CCAC is a completely different story. I was in a grave medical situation and was not offered even a slight bit of support from the college and had to purposely fail classes. Every single appeal attempt I made was rejected except for the obvious college error. When they did eventually accept a few of my medical withdrawals after one of their directors of advisory refused to look at my appeals or my medical records. These were medical withdrawals, not normal withdrawals which is a completely different process involving my doctor. They purposely put the withdrawals on my transcript as W instead of MW so they could still claim the one thousand so dollars they medical withdrawals were supposed to forgive completely. I’m almost sure that is illegal. Secondly, I was placed in 100 level courses even though I made it extensively clear during my time with the college that I wanted to transfer to a four year university. I wasn’t too concerned at first because most universities accept 100 level classes for undistributed credit. CCAC failed to tell me that their 100 level classes do not qualify for this. I was screwed out of overall $3,500 and 15 credits (all A’s and one B by the way) I was told would transfer. I am twenty years old now standing with less credits than a first semester freshman. I urge you to consider this situation if you want to attend CCAC and I urge you to attend a four year university instead if you’re financially and academically capable. Most universities openly charge you a ridiculous amount of money upfront but CCAC chose to be sneaky about it. The American College system is already messed up and CCAC is just further aiding it by being sneaky in their financial ways.Micayla Rain

I have been a degree-seeking and non-degree student at this location of CCAC and online since 2014. Here, I received two associate's degrees, one in nursing and another in business. I have several college degrees, including from tier-1 universities, so I can compare the quality of CCAC to other schools. The quality of the students and instructors at CCAC is a mixture—some good and some bad. Generally, students and instructors at major universities are a better quality than at CCAC, but universities cost a lot more money. As a result, I take lower-level classes at CCAC and then transfer for the upper-level classes. I will continue to take classes at CCAC because their tuition is much more affordable, and they offer many convenient online classes.Tiffany Yanosky

I love CCAC, as an international student, I learned a lot here, and thanks to the mentors in the learning commons, especially Ali and Anne, under their help, I improved my writing skills. Teachers are good and nice to students. But, the advisors are not helpful enough. when I come to them, they are just interested in registering classes but not caring much whether the courses are suitable to you. and the reception in the 120 room is so impatient and always speaks with brows frown. Hope there are some survey for those people who are serving for CCAC, students' voice could be heard.Wei Yuan

Switching to this school was the best decision I've made for myself! PCI is so inviting, from the teachers you get close with, to the fun random days that make us enjoy coming to class, all while learning up close and personal with my desired career, you get the most wonderful experience. I'm aware not everything is perfect but this place really makes you feel comfortable and confident with whatever you do. I'm personally part of the Vet Tech program and would not trade my experience so far here for anything! If you're looking into being a Vet Tech, please, take it from someone who went somewhere else in the area, this is the best place for it!!! The teachers will know you in a week, and will do so much to help you, help yourself succeed!! Any problems this school has faced in the past they have really seemed to come back from and are always trying to improve! I'm grateful to everyone here and cannot wait to see where I end up!Bri

I have been attending Pittsburgh Career Institute for about 9 months now and it has been a very rewarding experience. I am enrolled in the vet tech program. From the very first day, at orientation, I felt fully welcomed and liked by the entire staff. We have an amazing group of instructors that truly care about seeing you succeed, but, you have to put the effort in. It is an extremely fast paced and overwhelming program…but if it is a career you are truly invested in, you make it work. I am always greeted by name and with a smile, no matter who the staff member might be. I’m very grateful to be getting my education here.Sydney Stiffler

I am in the dental program & it has been a great overall experience for the most part! Great staff from what I’ve experienced in my program, & great students here to make the experience enjoyable. I have learned so much in the 3 months that I’ve been here, and developed a passion I Never knew I had. Some minor inconveniences Are sudden schedule changes & no parking while they do offer a rather discounted bus pass which has been a blessing but for me this has not changed my view on the school! I would love to see this school add an efda program & I would 100% come back for that!Alyssa Narduzzi

REDUCE YOUR COLLEGE DEBT AS YOU GO Get a great education for way less cost. Middle States accreditation and programs designed to guarantee CCAC students junior status at most local four-year colleges and universities. One of the safest colleges in Western PA. Programs from nursing and healthcare to I.T. and Barber School.Ray Marks

Classes were not 2 big so that u couldn't get ur education and the teachers did show u some attention when needed if u didn't understand something. They have ppl 2 help u wit anything u needed that deals wit ur education.Robert “Big Rob” Taylor Sr