Passport Services will be closed at Central and Haymarket Gainesville Libraries on Wednesday, November 26.
Chinn Park Library will be closed beginning Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at 5:00 p.m., for an extensive renovation. READ MORE.
Holiday Hours: Wednesday, November 26: All libraries are open from 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Thursday, November 27–Sunday, November 30: All libraries are closed in observance of Thanksgiving.
Effective Monday, October 27, Hoopla is only available to PWPL cardholders residing in Prince William County and the City of Manassas.
Download the PWPL app: Search "Prince William Public Library" in the App Store or Google Play. READ MORE.
Passport Services will be closed at Central and Haymarket Gainesville Libraries on Wednesday, November 26.
Chinn Park Library will be closed beginning Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at 5:00 p.m., for an extensive renovation. READ MORE.
Holiday Hours: Wednesday, November 26: All libraries are open from 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Thursday, November 27–Sunday, November 30: All libraries are closed in observance of Thanksgiving.
Effective Monday, October 27, Hoopla is only available to PWPL cardholders residing in Prince William County and the City of Manassas.
Download the PWPL app: Search "Prince William Public Library" in the App Store or Google Play. READ MORE.
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Career Online High School
Career Online High School (COHS) is an online high school diploma and career certification program available through Prince William Public Libraries (PWPL). This program offers free enrollment to a limited number of qualified adult students.Visit the PWPL Career Online High School website for more details and fill out the self-assessment to see if this program is a good fit for you. After taking the quick self-assessment, a librarian will contact you to talk about your next steps. If you have any questions, contact PWPL's COHS representative at [email protected] or call 703-792-8820.
COHS Frequently Asked Questions
Expand all- Who can apply to COHS?
Residents who are at least 20 years old and wish to earn their high school diploma. It is recommended that the applicant have attended the 9th grade. Minors should pursue their high school education through existing high school programs.
Program applicants must have a Prince William Public Libraries card in good standing or be willing to apply for a library card.
Program applicants who have already received a standard high school diploma, or a high school equivalency diploma, are not eligible for this program. Program applicants who have already received a certificate of completion are eligible.
- Will COHS students receive their GED?
No. This is not a GED (General Educational Development) program. Successful graduates will earn a high school diploma and a career certification through an accredited high school.
- What is the difference between a GED and high school diploma?
While both the GED and the high school diploma are important, there are several differences between them: among the most significant is the fact that some colleges, institutions, and organizations require a high school diploma and may not accept the GED. In addition to providing a high school diploma, COHS gives students the benefit of earning a career certificate and completing additional job preparation documents and training.
- What type of career certification will be offered?
Through COHS, students may earn a certificate in the following areas:
- Childcare and Education
- Certified Protection Officer (Security Officer)
- Office Management
- Commercial Driving
- Homeland Security
- General Career Preparation
- Retail Customer Service
- Food and Hospitality
- Home Care Professional
- Hospitality and Leisure
COHS Newsletters
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 The MacNamara, Tran, Mason, Harting, Burnette & Krashin Group |
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If you would like to support COHS, please visit the Prince William Library Foundation's online fundraising platform at https://give.classy.org/PWPL-COHS.