Information on the GED GED stands for General

Information on the GED

GED stands for General Education Development. What is GED? The GED is a test that measures whether a student’s academic skills are equivalent to those of high school seniors.

About the GED The GED includes four content areas: Language Arts, Math, Social Studies, and Science. If you pass the test, you are awarded a credential or diploma, that for the most part, awards you the same benefits as a high school diploma when it comes to jobs or college.

GED vs. HSED Students who have not earned a high school diploma may choose to complete a GED or a HSED (High School Equivalency Diploma). While both tests are similar in content, the HSED requires that you complete some additional coursework. For this reason, an HSED is viewed more as an equivalent to a traditional high school diploma, whereas a GED means you’ve passed the test only.

Depending on your career goals, an HSED or a traditional high school diploma may be more preferable to employers than a GED. However, most colleges and employers accept either an HSED or GED from applicants, although more selective colleges may prefer an HSED or diploma with evidence of good grades in high school.

If you’re under the age of 20, it’s recommended that you attempt to complete your high school courses and earn a traditional high school diploma.

Test Information and Requirements You must be at least 16 years old to take the GED test and not enrolled in high school. Some states, you must be out of school for at least 60 days. You must pass all four subjects (Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies) in order to pass the GED. Scores range from 100 to 200, and you must score at least a 145 to pass (or 150 in the state of New Jersey).

The four subject tests take seven and a half hours total. While you don’t have to take them all on the same day, some states have specific time frames in which you must complete all four tests. You can retake any test you don’t pass the first time, though many states have different requirements for students retaking the test, such as paying an additional fee or taking an additional preparation class.

Preparing for the GED Even if you haven’t been out of school long, you should do everything you can to thoroughly prepare for the GED. Here are some tips for getting ready to do your best. Visit ged. com and register for an account to get access to GED information and study materials, including practice tests, sample questions, and online study classes. You can also call 800 -62 -MYGED to get information on local in-person GED preparation classes, study materials, and testing sites.

If you ever feel discouraged, remember, having your GED, HSED, or high school diploma will afford you many more opportunities in life. It’s very important that you complete one of these.

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