Graduation Alternative To Traditional Education (GATE) Program
The GATE Program, established under Florida Statute 1004.933, offers a unique opportunity for students who have left high school to get back on track. Designed for students aged 16 to 21, GATE provides a pathway to earn valuable career education credentials while also completing a standard high school diploma or its equivalent.
Through the GATE program, students can enroll in a Career and Technical Education (CTE) program and an Adult Secondary Education (ASE) program simultaneously. Eligible ASE programs include Adult High School or GED® Preparation. Participants will work towards earning both a high school diploma and a credential from a Career Education Program on the Master Credential list in their chosen career field.
Students have up to three years to complete the GATE program, making it an accessible and flexible option for those looking to re-engage with their education and secure a brighter future.
Student Enrollment Criteria
Be a resident of the state as defined in s. 1009.21(1), F.S. for tuition purposes.
Be 16 to 21 years of age at the time of initial enrollment, and if 16 or 17 years of age, has withdrawn from school enrollment pursuant to the requirements and safeguards of s. 1003.21, F.S., which require for example, written parental permission and counseling to remain in school.
Select the adult secondary education program and career education program of his or her choice at the time of admission to the GATE Program, provided that the career education program is included on the Master Credentials List. The student must remain in their chosen pathway after enrollment, except that, if necessary, the student may enroll in an adult basic education program prior to enrolling in the adult secondary education program.
Maintain a 2.0 grade point average (GPA) for career and technical education coursework.
Complete the adult secondary education program and the career education program within three years unless the institution determines that an extension is warranted due to extenuating circumstances.
Have been withdrawn from high school.