California
State University, Bakersfied
High School Equivalency Program

What is HEP?
The High School Equivalency Program is a Migrant Education Program designed
to meet the special needs of migrant and seasonal farmworkers and their
children, in pursuit of the GED Diploma or the HSED (High School Equivalency
Diploma). The intent of the HEP Program is to assist in the preparation
and successful completion of GED exams. HEP will provide for placement
services in universities, colleges, junior colleges, vocational institutions,
military services, other post-secondary activities or career positions.
The High School Equivalency Program is funded by the US Department of
Education, Office of Migrant Education.