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Education

Education is an important ally in the fight against poverty, unemployment and homelessness.

General Education Development is one way to provide more opportunities to those who were unable to complete high school. The GED not only improves chances for employment to those who passed the credential process, but also opens the door to higher education and further vocational training.

More than 17 million people have received a GED credential since the program began in 1943. (1) In 2007, nearly 729,000 adults worldwide took some portion of the GED test battery of five tests. Of that total, more than 635,000 completed the battery of tests. More than 451,000 of the completers — 71 percent — met the GED tests passing standard by earning scores equal to or above those earned by 40 percent of graduating high school seniors. (1) By passing the GED tests and earning their jurisdiction’s high school equivalency credential, diploma, or certificate, these adults gain a second chance to advance their educational, personal, and professional aspirations.

The national unemployment rate rose from 7.6 percent in January 2009 to 8.1 percent in February 2009. (2) As the market continues to struggle and more workers are competing for fewer jobs, education is essential in staying competitive in today’s job market.

1. 2007 GED Testing Program Statistical Report Bureau of Labor, American Council on Education.
2. REGIONAL AND STATE EMPLOYMENT AND UNEMPLOYMENT: FEBRUARY 2009, Bureau of Labor Statistics

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AspenPointe has empowered clients, enriched lives and embraced purpose through behavioral health services, counseling services, career services, substance abuse treatment, employment, education, housing, jail diversion/reintegration and care management.

One of the largest nonprofits in Colorado Springs, AspenPointe traces its roots back to 1875 when we were called the Springs Relief Society. That organization, which delivered coal, lumber and clothing to the needy, was the genesis of what today is a comprehensive and integrated system of care that addresses the overall wellness of each client whether they need behavioral health services, counseling services or career services.

We have 12 organizations that serve more than 30,000 individuals and families each year through behavioral health services, counseling services, career services, education, housing, jail diversion/reintegration, telephonic wellness and care management.

We collaborate with clergy, educators, employers, other health and human service agencies, the legal/criminal justice system, other behavioral health providers, insurers, and many other organizations to leverage our collective resources in order to better our communities and the lives of its residents.

We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit funded largely by Medicaid, state and federal grants, local government contracts, and generous donations.