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GED
What is the GED?
GED stands for General Educational Development and is a certificate representing the equivalent of a high-school diploma that you receive when you pass a pre set exam.
For those who did not receive a high school diploma, a GED is the next best thing.
Nowadays many employers require you to have a high school diploma or a GED in order to obtain a job.
I received my GED in 1991. I then went on to community college and then to the University. So never think that because you do not have a high school degree you will never go to college.
Obtaining my GED diploma was the foundation to my college education so keep in mind it's never too late.
Click here to read more on the GED official web site.
Obtaining my GED diploma was the foundation to my college education so keep in mind it's never too late.
Click here to read more on the GED official web site.
If you have any questions, you can email me directly.
Preparing for the Exam
In order to take the GED exam you have to be at lest 16 and in some states17. You will also need a valid photo identification. There is a fee to take the exam. Some states require a pre test prior to taking the actual exam.
State requirements are different and the best way to learn what your particular state requires is to call (800) 62-MY-GED.
I strongly suggest that even if your state does not require a pre test, it is a good idea that you enroll or participate in some form of GED training.
Many community agencies offers free or reduced rates for GED preparation classes and will then pay for your exam, upon completion of the course.
Many community agencies offers free or reduced rates for GED preparation classes and will then pay for your exam, upon completion of the course.
If there is no way you can complete or participate, in person, don't give up, you can also sign up for an on line class.
Another way to prepare yourself is to buy GED study books and study guides.
The GED is made up of five sections and it's possible to pass one or more sections or fail one or more sections. The sections you fail or score low in, would be the area(s) you would want to devote most of your time study time to.
Above all, remember no one knows the exact questions that will appear on the GED exam, so never buy into a scam where you are told that you can be guaranteed the answers to questions on the exam.
Above all, remember no one knows the exact questions that will appear on the GED exam, so never buy into a scam where you are told that you can be guaranteed the answers to questions on the exam.
The five sections:
1) Language arts, writing
2) Mathematics
3) Social studies
4) Science
5) Language Arts reading
