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What are the GED Tests?
The General Educational Development Tests (GED Tests) can give you the opportunity to earn a high school equivalency diploma, a credential recognized as a key to employment opportunities, advancement, further education, and financial rewards. The following information will answer many of the questions you may have about the GED Tests.
The GED tests are five (5) tests in the areas of Writing Skills, Social Studies, Science, Reading, and Mathematics. The questions in each of these tests require you to use general knowledge and thinking skills. The questions which ask about facts, details, or definitions are based on paragraph readings.
Although you have not finished high school, you have probably gained knowledge and skills through experience, reading, and informal training. The GED Tests are designed to measure the important knowledge and skills, usually learned during the four (4) years of high school, that you may have obtained in a different manner.
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Who is eligible to take the GED tests?
Applicants must be 18 years of age, have a valid picture identification (driver's license, state-issued ID, or military ID) and $95.00 (cash) test fee. Georgia residency is not required. Applicants ages 16 and 17 must complete the Special Needs Forms available from an Adult Education Instructor. These forms will be submitted to the State GED Office for approval. Applicants will be notified by mail when approval or denial is received from the State Office.
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How should I prepare for the tests?
The Adult Education Department of West Central Technical College provides the instruction you may need for successful completion of the tests. Classes are offered at several locations in Carroll, Coweta, Douglas, and Haralson Counties. Classes are FREE and books are furnished in the classroom for your use. For further information about classes in each county call the following numbers:
- Carroll (770) 838-2535
- Coweta (770) 254-2829
- Douglas (770) 947-7324
- Haralson (770) 537-6062
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What is a passing grade on the GED tests?
An applicant must earn a standard score of 410 or higher on each of the five (5) tests and an average standard score of 450 on all five tests.
If a student fails to meet the requirements, retests may be taken. The Average Standard score determines how soon retests may be scheduled according to the retesting policy. Remedial study is recommended before retests are taken.
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Average Standard Score
| 430 or better |
May retest immediately |
| 400-429 |
Must wait 3 months or show evidence of remediation. |
| Below 400 |
Must wait 6 months or show evidence of remediation. |
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What are the GED tests like?
Five (5) separate tests make up the GED Battery. The questions range in difficulty from easy to hard and cover a wide range of subjects.
LANGUAGE ARTS, WRITING, PART 1, 50 Questions, 75 Minutes
LANGUAGE ARTS, WRITING, PART 2, Essay, 45 minutes
SOCIAL STUDIES, 50 Questions, 70 Minutes
SCIENCE, 50 Questions, 80 Minutes
LANGUAGE ARTS, READING, 40 Questions, 65 Minutes
MATHEMATICS, 50 Questions, 90 Minutes
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Part 1 - Calculator Allowed, 25 Questions, 45 Minutes
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Part 2 - No Calculator Allowed, 25 Questions, 45 Minutes
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How can I register to take the GED tests?
When you register for testing, you will be assigned the next available test date. Bring a valid Driver's License, State issued I.D., or Passport and $95.00 cash. Please do not bring children. If you are 16 or 17 years old, you must receive special permission from the State Office of Adult Literacy to take the tests. If you are 18 and 19 years old, you must bring proof of withdrawal from the last school you attended. Testing appointments are final. If you cannot keep your appointment, you must notify the GED Chief Examiner at least 24 hours in advance or you will lose $19.00 for each test missed.
No scores will ever be given over the telephone.
The State Office of Adult Literacy will mail official scores and diplomas in 4 to 6 weeks. If you are in an Adult Education class, your teacher, with your permission, may receive your scores for all tests except Writing within 7 days after testing.
These test dates are subject to change. Please call our office at 770-947-7323 or 770-838-2535 for confirmation or if you should have any further questions.
Additional information about GED Testing Services is available from the American Council on Education.
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What if I need to retest?
You must take all five tests before retesting on any test. You may not retest on any test until you have received a score on your Writing test. If your Average Standard Score after receiving scores on all five tests is below 400, you must wait 6 months before retesting. If your Total Standard Score is 400 to 429, you must wait 3 months before retesting. If your Total Standard Score is 430 or better, you may retest immediately. However, attendance in adult education classes is recommended. You may take each test only 3 times during the year, and you may not take each test form more than once. If you are retesting, you must bring a copy of your previous scores to registration and testing. Retests are $19.00 per test.
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