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High school equivalency program


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If you are looking for full-time work and need to complete your high school education, look no further! Cook offers jobs and classes to those who want to earn their high school equivalency (HSE) diploma. Cook’s HSE program is currently available in Owen County and Monroe County, Indiana.

What to expect

While you work toward your HSE diploma, Cook will pay you for full-time hours. Expect to work part time, approximately 28 hours per week, and attend classes approximately 12 hours per week.

Cook offers additional benefits to HSE program participants:

  • Cook will pay for the testing costs, including the HSE diploma.
  • Cook will provide both 401(k) and quarterly bonus benefits while you are working part time.
  • Cook will hire you in a full-time manufacturing role once you pass the HSE test and demonstrate success in your part-time position.

More program details:

  • This is an eight-week high school equivalency course.
  • You’ll earn a full-time paycheck for each five-day work week. You’ll be paid for an eight-hour workday, including five hours of part-time work and three hours of class time.
  • Multiple shift and class times are available.

Apply now!

Cook Medical employee poses in front of inspirational signage at headquarters

Fannie, 2018 HSE graduate

“I want to thank Cook. Who in the world would have the idea to get someone to go to school, pay for their school, and give them a job?”

The classroom environment

Small class sizes and a supportive environment make learning easy. Classes are held at a local adult education facility. Connect with your fellow students and teacher in a friendly atmosphere where learning from each other is encouraged, success is celebrated, and your unique talents can shine.

Cook Medical employee Duncan Gage stands in front of inspirational signage wearing his HSE graduation cap

Gage, 2020 Excel Center graduate

“I was less nervous when the teacher gave me individual attention by developing a daily schedule for me, and I knew I could also retake any tests if I needed to.”

Read more about Gage’s HSE experience.

Cook Medical employee Franklin Williams poses in manufacturing area.

Brad, 2022 HSE graduate

“The teacher was phenomenal and so good at determining what I was good at.”

Read more about Brad’s HSE experience.

Cook Medical employee Juliana Swoape poses in her HSE cap and gown in front of inspirational signage at headquarters

Juliana, 2024 HSE graduate

“I loved the way they had the courses set up with mock tests to prepare you, and so many helpful resources were offered.”

Read more about Juliana’s HSE experience.

Do you want to learn more?

Check out our FAQs for more information about the HSE program.

 

How to apply

Ready to get started? Apply online in a few easy steps:

  1. Type “HSE” in the search bar and click Search.
  2. Make sure you apply to the location of your choice. (Click on the link for the location you are most interested in.)
  3. Review the overview and responsibilities of the program, and click Apply for the Job Online.
  4. Follow the prompts to apply. (A resume is required.)

Cook provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact us at JoinCook@CookMedical.com if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job. We are proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer for minorities, women, protected veterans, disabled individuals, and any other protected class. Find out more:

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