B = braille
C = cassette
D = download
LP = large print
P = regular print
OL = online
The Adult Continuing Education Program (ACE) offers a variety of courses for adults who are blind or visually impaired that cover areas ranging from braille and academic studies to independent living, life adjustment, technology and recreation. The following list includes ACE course names and numbers. All courses in this program feature an ACE designation at the conclusion of the course description. The High School Program (HS) features academic courses and electives for students who seek to earn a high school diploma. Students can earn high school credit, which is easily transferred to their local schools, or earn a diploma through Hadley. The following list includes HS course names and numbers. All courses in this program feature an HS designation at the conclusion of the course description.
Before beginning your first course, the school requires you to complete a short Entrance Assignment. Its format is similar to that of many Hadley lesson assignments. When you successfully complete the Entrance Assignment, you will be automatically enrolled in the first course you selected on your application. This packet also contains the Hadley Student Handbook.Course ACE-001 (ACE) B, C, LP, or OL. 1 assignment. Credit: none.Course HSP-001 (HS) B, C, LP, or OL. 1 assignment. Credit: none.
Art History: Art of Ancient Egypt
U.S. History: Discovery to Jacksonian Era
U.S. History: The 19th Century
U.S. History: Post-World War Years
Braille Literacy 1: Tactile Readiness for Braille
Braille Literacy 2: Learning the Braille Alphabet
Braille Literacy 3: Uncontracted Braille
Braille Literacy 4: Contracted Braille
Personal Safety: Self-Defense Strategies
Self-Esteem and Adjusting with Blindness
Self-Help Groups: An Introduction
Self-Help Groups: Advanced Topics
Diabetes: Towards Self-Management
Foods: Eggs and Dairy Products
Old Testament Poetry and Prophecy
Chess: Principles and Strategies
English Skills Diagnostic Test
Copyright © 2008 The Hadley School for the Blind. All rights reserved.