How to Restore High School Credit

Getting high school credits restored can take time.

A high school diploma is a vital component to employment eligibility for numerous jobs. Many people who dropped out of high school find themselves unable to find steady work and need to go back to either graduate high school or get a GED in order to improve their job prospects. In the case of people who have been out of school for a considerable length of time, restoring the high school credits they originally had can be challenging but it is necessary to accelerate the process of getting a diploma.

Instructions

1. Contact the school that you last attended. They should have your credits on file even if you haven't been there in years.

2. Schedule a meeting with a school official to talk about your past record, where you were when you left and what you still need to get a diploma. You can do this over the phone if necessary if you no longer live near the school.

3. Request a transcript. You can talk about possibly finishing your credits there to get a diploma or you can take your transcript elsewhere in order to finish your credits.

4. Negotiate the number of credits restored wherever you plan on finishing your classes. You can also get some credits added from life experience. For example, if you spent three years as a softball coach, you could add a physical education credit onto whatever credits you already have if the school agrees to it.

5. Take classes to make up for any credits you are currently missing. If you fail a course, there are frequently recovery classes you can take that can make up for the missing credit hours.

References

• North Atlantic Regional School: FAQ
• Principals Partnership: Credit Recovery