About ASPIRE:
Ohio’s ASPIRE (Adult Education Services) programs provide free adult basic education, high school equivalency (HSE/GED) preparation, English language instruction, workplace readiness, and career transitions supports to adult learners throughout Ohio. These services are operated locally and supported by the Ohio Department of Higher Education.
🌐 Official Program Links
- ASPIRE Program Overview (Ohio Dept. of Higher Education):
https://highered.ohio.gov/educators/workforce-adult-ed/aspire/aspire-overview - Ohio Aspire Locations & Enrollment:
https://highered.ohio.gov/educators/workforce-adult-ed/aspire/aspire-locations - High School Equivalency (HSE) Preparation Info:
https://highered.ohio.gov/wps/portal/gov/odhe/educators/workforce-adult-ed/aspire/aspire-hse - Ohio Dept. of Higher Education Contact Page:
https://highered.ohio.gov/help-center
🎯 Who ASPIRE Serves
ASPIRE is designed for adult learners (typically 16+ and no longer enrolled in secondary school) who need support in:
- Basic literacy (reading, writing, math)
- English language learning (ESOL)
- High School Equivalency (GED/HiSET) prep
- Workplace readiness and career transition skills
- Post-secondary education preparation
Note: Local ASPIRE programs may have specific eligibility details — contact your local provider for exact enrollment requirements.
📞 Statewide Contact Information
If you want statewide support or help locating an ASPIRE program near you:
🔹 Ohio Department of Higher Education (ODHE)
Mailing Address:
25 South Front Street
Columbus, OH 43215
General Phone: (614) 466-6000
Fax: (614) 466-5866
📱 Direct ASPIRE Program Contact (Student Inquiry)
Ohio Aspire’s general student contact for program info and enrollment support:
📞 Phone: 833-8ASPIRE (833-827-7473)
📍 Accessible statewide for basic assistance and next-steps guidance.
📍 Local ASPIRE Program Examples
Local programs operate within communities across Ohio — each offers FREE classes and support services. Here are examples of direct contacts from local programs (programs vary by county/community):
🏙 Columbus City Schools – Aspire (HSE/ESL)
- Phone: 380-997-7633
- Email: ccsaspire@columbus.k12.oh.us
- Offers GED/HiSET preparation and English language classes.
🌍 Eastern Ohio ASPIRE (Jefferson County Educational Service Center)
- Phone: 740-804-2878
- Services include basic skills, GED prep, workforce readiness, and ESOL.
📚 Aspire – Pike County (Adult Education)
- Phone: 740-289-2282
- Offers classes for GED/HSE, adult diploma, and career readiness.
(These local programs are part of the statewide ASPIRE network funded and overseen by Ohio’s Department of Higher Education.)
📘 What You Can Do with ASPIRE
Participants can use the ASPIRE program to:
✅ Improve basic academic skills (reading/writing/math)
✅ Prepare for Ohio High School Equivalency exams (GED/HiSET)
✅ Learn or improve English (ESOL)
✅ Build workplace literacy, job skills, and computer skills
✅ Plan for post-secondary education or employment opportunities
📎 How to Get Started
- Visit the ASPIRE Overview page:
https://highered.ohio.gov/educators/workforce-adult-ed/aspire/aspire-overview - Find local ASPIRE program locations & offerings:
https://highered.ohio.gov/educators/workforce-adult-ed/aspire/aspire-locations - Contact the program directly using the numbers and emails above.
- Attend orientation and enroll at a local provider site that serves your county.
