Can I finish high school online?

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Aussie here (Australia) didn't finish school.

went back years later after health issues, still didn't finish cos travel was hectic and the classmates were annoying.

I tried the teacher to get me to do online version of it. But a few weeks in couldn't understand the student portal

and in the confusion stopped. tried to contact teacher but they were too busy.

I just want general education so then i can say i fin school. after more than 30 years is it too late?

In the USA there is a GED (General Educational Development) which is a test (or set of tests) you can take to prove you know as much as a High School Graduate.

https://www.education.pa.gov/Postsecond ... DTest.aspx

The GED consists of tests in four subject areas:
1. Mathematical Reasoning
2. Reasoning Through Language Arts
3. Social Studies
4. Science

Passing the GED exam shows that a person has the equivalent knowledge of a high school graduate, and it is often used for employment or continuing education purposes.

In Australia, the equivalent of the GED (General Educational Development) in the U.S. is not a single exam, but there are alternative qualifications for those who do not complete high school through traditional means. Some of the most common options include:

1. Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (SSCE)
- Overview: This is the standard high school qualification in Australia, awarded at the end of Year 12. Each state and territory has its own version:
- NSW: Higher School Certificate (HSC)
- VIC: Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL)
- QLD: Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE)
- WA: Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE)
- SA: South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE)
- TAS: Tasmanian Certificate of Education (TCE)
- ACT: ACT Senior Secondary Certificate
- NT: Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (NTCET)

2. Tertiary Entrance Rank (ATAR) Pathway
- If students don't complete their secondary education through the traditional route, they can still attain an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) by returning to studies through a variety of programs.

3. TAFE (Technical and Further Education) and Certificate Programs
- For those looking for an alternative to high school or vocational education, TAFE offers Certificate III or Certificate IV programs. These certificates can be used as equivalents to Year 12 completion, allowing for further study or entry into the workforce.

4. Adult Education and Access Courses
- Some institutions offer adult education courses such as the Adult and Community Education (ACE) program, or other bridging and access courses that can serve as alternatives to completing high school.

5. Open Universities Australia (OUA) Pathways
- Open Universities Australia offers pathway programs that allow individuals to gain access to higher education without a traditional Year 12 qualification.

6. GED Test for Migrants
- While not widely recognized in Australia, some migrants or returning expatriates might take the GED and use it to access higher education or employment, but it is not common.

Each option provides a pathway for those who did not complete traditional secondary school education to either pursue further education or enhance employment opportunities.

There are several options in Australia for completing high school or an equivalent qualification 100 percent online. These options are particularly useful for adult learners, students who are unable to attend traditional school settings, or those seeking flexible learning environments.

Here are a few online pathways:

1. Open Access Colleges
- Some states have Open Access Colleges that offer online and distance learning for secondary education. These schools provide students with the option to complete their Senior Secondary Certificate (e.g., HSC, VCE, SACE) entirely online.
- Example: South Australian Open Access College or Victoria Virtual School.

2. TAFE (Technical and Further Education) Online
- TAFE institutes in Australia offer Certificate III or Certificate IV programs, many of which can be completed entirely online. These certificates can serve as an equivalent to completing Year 12 and are recognized for both employment and further education.
- Example: TAFE NSW or TAFE Queensland offer online options for various certification courses.

3. Online High Schools
- There are dedicated online high schools in Australia that offer full programs for students to complete Year 11 and Year 12 (the final two years of high school) and earn their Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (SSCE). These programs follow the same curriculum as traditional schools but are delivered online.
- Example: Australian Christian College Online or Distance Education Centre Victoria (DECV).

4. Open Universities Australia (OUA) Pathways
- Open Universities Australia (OUA) offers flexible, online pathways to higher education. For students who haven't completed high school, OUA offers foundation courses that provide an entryway to undergraduate studies without needing a traditional high school diploma.

5. Home Schooling through Online Curriculum Providers
- Some families choose to home-school using online curriculum providers that offer courses meeting the requirements for high school completion. In many cases, students can complete their studies remotely and still meet the standards for Year 12 certification.

6. Adult and Community Education (ACE) Online
- Adult learners seeking to finish high school can take advantage of Adult and Community Education (ACE) programs, some of which are offered online. These programs provide flexible learning schedules and study options for mature students.

Overall, there are numerous ways for students in Australia to complete their high school education or equivalent qualification entirely online, with options tailored to both youth and adult learners.