Effective June 30, 2026, DCDAL will no longer be offering Adult Basic Education (ABE) or GED Preparation programming. Please note that if you enroll in either of these programs at this time and for any reason you are still enrolled on June 30, 2026, we will refer you to an in-person program at your request to continue your studies. Thank you.
- To enroll at DCDAL, you must register for an in-person orientation session at one of our statewide orientation sites.
- Please review the available dates, times, and locations below and register for only one session.
- Duplicate registrations will be removed, and your seat may be forfeited.
After You Register:
- Complete and submit your orientation forms online no later than one (1) week after you register.
- A non-refundable $15 registration fee + processing will be charged at the time of registration.
Virtual Orientation Eligibility:
You may be eligible to attend a virtual orientation session if your registration indicates the following:
- Prior enrollment in a qualifying program
- Sufficient test scores
- Verified earned credits
DCDAL will notify you via email if you qualify for a virtual session.
➡️ Check your email regularly for communication from DCDAL.
✅ All required orientation paperwork must be submitted to be eligible for virtual orientation.
Transcript Submission (Deadline: March 16, 2026)
Please email a scanned PDF copy of your transcript to: transcripts@dcdal.org . Photos of transcripts will not be accepted. You may be exempt from testing and eligible for virtual orientation based on your transcript.
In-Person Orientation Requirements:
If you are not eligible for virtual orientation, you must attend your scheduled in-person orientation.
At the session, you will:
- Complete eligibility testing
- Meet with a DCDAL staff member for a program overview
- Please allow 2–3 hours for this session
- A photo ID is required
For Students Under the Age of 18
All students under 18 must be officially withdrawn from high school and bring the following documentation to orientation:
- Official transcript from the last school attended
- Official withdrawal form signed by both the school and Parent/guardian
- Letter of recommendation from a staff or faculty member of the last school attended
🚫 No students under 18 will be permitted to enroll without all required documents.
*No equipment such as laptops or Chromebooks are available for loan. It is the responsibility of the student to have their own equipment. Need assistance? Find a list of resources on our website at https://dcdal.org.
**Please be advised that you may not use a smartphone or tablet to complete your online coursework. Please note that the student learning website (MyDCDAL) is on a Moodle platform. While there is a Moodle “app” available for handheld devices, DCDAL’s site is not supported by this application.
Questions?
Please contact the DCDAL office at 302-883-0420
