How do you get proof that you were homeschooled? I was about 15 years ago and now back into the workforce?

Question

new employeers want proof, help??

Answer 1

What a hassle.   I'd just go with having mom issue you a back dated diploma if you finished high school, or have her write a letter stating that you were homeschooled, the types of courses you took, the typical grades you got - because I doubt after 15 years she still has all that, and go get it notarized.  

what else can you do?  it is what it is, can they call and talk to your mom?  or dad?

Answer 2

get your mom to write you a note?

Din't you have to take any tests through the schoolboard?  if so, you can show them those.  did your mom have to get permission from the schoolboard?  if so get a letter from them (we have to get permission here).

otherwise, the only thing you can do is a note from mom.

unless you want to go get your GED and use that instead?

Oh, and I wanna make a note, this is a good question to bring up, because there are alot of benefits to homeschooling, but you brought up a big negative.  It is sure something for mother's to consider when homeschooling, how will it look on a resume, and how to offer proof?

so i'm giving you a star.  your question is very good.

Answer 3

What are the homeschooling requirements for your state?  Did your parents keep a portfolio with your work, homeschool records, and transcripts?  In the state of Illinois where I live, homeschools are considered to be legitimate, private schools.

If I choose to homeschool my son through high school, the diploma I issue to him will be as valid as the one any public or private school gives to a student.

I would suggest that you find out the homeschooling laws for your state via HSLDA; the link is below:

http://www.hslda.org/laws/default.asp

If a legitimate option is a diploma issued by your parents (for homeschooling states that give home schools private school status) have them give you one.  They can make it themselves or buy a professional looking one.  Also, if they have records and transcripts, these would serve as proof of your high school education.

I hope the above is helfpful.

Answer 4

I think you need to explain to your new employers that other than getting a letter from your parents, there's no way to prove it. They may think there was some form of confirmation letter or registration process that you will have documents for; some people do have this, but most don't. And I'm not sure how many people would keep it after 15 years.

Answer 5

True, you're mom's affidavid is the basic proof.

If a state doesn't require a portfollio then you didn't have to keep one.

Some parents made transcripts of their children's studies.

If all else fails, go take the GED

Answer 6

There are several things to consider.

First of this was a time where home schooling was just getting out of the starting blocks as a viable, legal alternative to conventional schooling, and in many states the guidelines may not have been clearly set yet.

I would contact the Home school Legal Defense,

http://www.hslda.org  and pose that question to them.

Many adult home schooled students did move on to college, or entered the work force without any problems; their parents had presented them with a home school diploma, registration, or notification for those years can be verified with the School Superintendents office.

If they entered college they simply took the SAT and ACT.

If this presents a problem the quickest way to get is taken care of is to take your GED, it's a simple test that will take a day, and on your way you go.

I do not see why that should be needed since home schooling is a accepted alternative, however not all employers are up on this so you may have to do some "educating".

Many home schooled students, even today take the GED at around age 16, and start community college instead of doing 4 years of high school so it's not uncommon, and it's simple.

Good luck.

Answer 7

Have your mom make a transcript of courses you took, or make one yourself.  Or have a diploma printed.

Answer 8

You say "back in to the workforce" so I ask what did you use as proof before?

If you were not in an umbrella school (meaning you cannont call someone and get a transcript and dates of attendance), and your parents were in control of your education, then with your parents help (if that is possible) sit down and put together a transcript. You can find templates online, but you will want to include: date you began highschool, ending date (month and year are fine) graduation date, then a list of courses, and a GPA if you want.

When employers want "proof" they are usually needing contact information to verify dates of attendance and whether you earned a diploma, most do not require transcripts and GPA's. Even job seekers with PHD's are not required, most generally, to provide a prospective employer with a full transcript and GPA.

You could even list your parents as contacts for a verification phone call from a prospective employer, or for the verifications agency they hire to go through your work history.

So, when you are filling out an application for employement, list homeschooled, the dates of your highschool years, then as a contact, list your parents, by name, and their day time phone number.

That should be sufficient. If you successfully completed your homeschooling, there is no reason to go out and get your GED unless someone is willing to offer you a guaranteed job and a lot of money if you do.

PS: the reason they are requiring "proof" is most companies are now hiring security and investigative firms to go through job applications and verify that all the information is accurate. So, they are asking for contact information so someone can make a call or send a fax to get a verification that you did in fact work at this place during this time and you did go to school during these years and you did in fact graduate.