Become a Learner

Academy of Hope offers FREE programs to DC residents over the age of 18. Enroll today and begin your journey toward your education and career goals!

 

Apply Today for FALL 2024!

Applications for High School Diplomas/GED are OPEN!
 

Attention Fall Workforce Program Applicants!

FALL Workforce Applications are Closed Now!

 Thank you for your applications!
 
The application period for the Fall semester workforce programs is now closed. However, we encourage you to apply again when we reopen for the Winter Semester on October 21, 2024. We look forward to receiving your applications!
 

Academy of Hope Offers

Academic Programs

Small classes focused on basic reading, writing, and math skills.

Classes in social studies, science, math and writing focus on developing critical thinking skills and content knowledge needed to pass the GED exam and earn a high school diploma. Learn more.

Learners demonstrate reading, writing, math, and workforce readiness skills in life and work contexts. Designed for self-directed adults with some familiarity with computers. Graduates earn a local high school diploma. Learn more.

Build the skills and habits you need for success in college. Get help completing admission and financial aid applications. Earn college credit. Learn more.

Workforce Programs

CNA  2025 (3 cohorts — W5 Day, W5 Evening, W8 Day)
Daytime: 10:00-2:30
Evening: 5-9 pm

Daytime Classes: Limited Seats

Where: Ward 5 and and Ward 8 Daytime
Time: 10-2:30 (Daytime)
Days: Monday-Thursday
Terms: 2 Terms (Fall and Winter/Spring only) (5 to 6 Months)
Instruction: Hybrid (remote and on site)

Evening Classes: Limited Seats

Where: Ward 5
Time: 5-9 pm
Days: Monday – Thursday
Terms: 2 (Fall and Winter/Spring only) (5 to 6 Months)
Instruction: Hybrid (remote and on site)

Disclaimer: Location dependent on enrollment numbers. Learn more.

Phlebotomy 2025 (2 cohorts – W5 Day, W8 Evening)
Daytime: 10 am – 2:30 pm
Evening: 5-9 pm

Daytime Classes (Limited Seats)

Where: Ward 5 Daytime
Time: 10-2:30 (Ward 5 Daytime)
Days: Monday-Thursday
Terms: 2 (Fall and Winter/Spring only)
Instruction: On site

Evening Classes: (Limited Seats)

Where: Ward 5 and Ward 8
Time: 5-9 pm
Days: Monday – Thursday
Terms: 2 (Fall and Winter/Spring only)
Instruction: On Site

Evening Learners Please Note:

AoH is offering Fall and Winter/Spring classes at Ward 8. (Evening)

AoH is offering Fall Phlebotomy at Ward 5 for the Fall Term only. (Evening)

Learn more.

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ComTIA ITF Tech + (2025) (W5 Day and W8 Evening)
Daytime: 10:30-2 pm
Evening: 6-9 pm

Daytime Classes (Limited Seats)

Where: Ward 5 Daytime
Time: 10:30-2:30 (Daytime)
Days: Monday-Thursday
Terms: ITF will be offered for 2 terms (Fall and Winter/Spring)
Instruction: Hybrid (Remote and on site)

Learn more.

CompTIA IT A+ (2025) (W5 Day and W8 Evening)
Daytime: 10:30-2:30 pm
Evening: 5-9 pm

Daytime Classes (Limited Seats)

Where: Ward 5 Daytime
Time: 10:30-2:30 (Daytime)
Days: Monday-Thursday
Terms: A+ Core 1 and Core 2 are offered for 2 terms
Instruction: Hybrid (Remote and on site)

Learn more.

Workforce Math (Virtual)

Daytime Class at Ward 5 and Ward 8 (9:00am-10:30am, Monday and Wednesday)

Workforce Math (High-Level Credential, Virtual)

Daytime Class at Ward 5 and Ward 8 (9:00am-10:30am, Tuesday and Thursday)

Workforce Reading Comprehension and Test Taking Strategies (Virtual)

Daytime Class at Ward 5 and Ward 8 (9:00am-10:30am, Tuesday and Thursday)

Workforce Digital Literacy (Virtual)

Daytime Class at Ward 5 and Ward 8 (11:00am-12:30pm, Monday-Thursday)

Medical Billing and Coding is a year-long program, so we are not enrolling new students at this time.

Evening Classes Only

Where: Ward 5
Time: 5-9 pm
Days: Monday – Thursday
Terms: 1 (Fall 2024 to Spring 2025) Full year program
Mode: On site

We are not offering Project Management in the Winter/Spring Term of 2025. 

Evening (Limited Seats)

Where: Ward 5 Evening
Time: 6-9 pm
Days: Monday-Thursday
Term: Fall Term Only
Instruction: Hybrid (Remote and On Site)

Student Support Services

Academy of Hope offers the following services to help you meet your goals:

Please click here to view Academy of Hope’s Student-Families Policies.

Please click here to view Academy of Hope’s Home and Hospital Instruction Policy.

Terms and deadlines

TermPrograms AvailableDates of the termDates to apply
Summer 2024- Basic literacy/skills
- High school diploma
- College preparation
- Computer skills
July 29, 2024 – August 29, 2023Now - July 17

Upcoming Student Events

Application Process

The first step in applying to Academy of Hope is to complete an Interest Form. This is not an application- the Interest Form is a way for our Enrollment team to contact you and help you begin the application process.

 

After submitting your Interest Form, the Enrollment team will contact you by email or phone with the next steps for enrollment. You can complete your enrollment online, or at one of our in-person enrollment events.

During enrollment, you will be required to provide proof of your DC home address. Our school can only accept documents from the following list:

One of the following:

 Official documentation of financial assistance from DC government (TANF, Medicaid, SNAP, housing assistance, etc.) dated within the last year.
 Pay stub showing DC tax withholding dated within 45 days of registration
 SSI or SSDI Income Statement
 D-40 Form Certified by the DC Office of Tax and Revenue
 Verification letter and military orders or DEERs statement
 Embassy letter indicating embassy sponsored housing in DC with embassy seal 

OR Two of the following

 Unexpired DC motor vehicle registration
 Unexpired DC motor vehicle operator’s license, permit or official non-driver identification
 Unexpired lease with proof of payment within the last 2 months
 Utility bill (gas, water, or electricity bill only) with proof of payment within the last 2 months

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Become a Learner

Academy of Hope offers FREE programs to DC residents over the age of 18. Enroll today and begin your journey toward your education and career goals!