The GED Tests cannot be taken online

If you take a test on the Internet that claims to be the GED Tests, it is not a legitimate program. Some people may find out later that it is an alternative diploma or that it is a diploma mill. Do your research before spending any money, and use the resources below to find out more.

For more information:  http://www.acenet.edu/Content/NavigationMenu/ged/Truth_About_GED_Test.htm

When and why did GED® testing begin?

At the request of the military, the GED Tests were first developed in 1942 to help returning World War II veterans finish their high school studies and reenter civilian life. The GED Tests first became available to civilians in 1947 when the state of New York implemented a program to award its high school diploma to those who passed.

High school equivalency (GED) test will change in 2013

The high school equivalency (GED) test will change in 2013, and people who have not passed all sections of the current test before then will have to be tested again with the new exam.

The new edition of the GED Testing Service exam will be offered in January 2013, so it is important for people to take or finish sections of the current test before then. 

For more information give us a call:

	1-888-433-4255

Gedpractice.com is a free service provided by Steck-Vaughn to familiarize you with the types of items you will see on the actual GED test.  Check it out!

http://steckvaughnadult.hmhco.com/en/gedpractice.htm

Don't forget us on

http://www.facebook.com/WestPiedmontAdultEd

and

http://twitter.com/westpiedmont

Many local Adult Education programs in the West Piedmont Region will be closed so be sure to call before you visit your local program.

Franklin County Adult Education
For more information call 1-540-483-0179 , ext. 2114

Henry County Adult Education
For more information, call 1-276-632-6017

Martinsville Adult Education
For more information, call 1-276-403-5466

Patrick County Adult Education
For more information, call 1-276-694-6542

Pittsylvania County Adult Education
For more information call, 1-434-432-7243

2012 West Piedmont Regional Adult Education Test Dates

Do you have questions about the GED Test? Give us a call!

Franklin County Adult Education
For more information call 1-540-483-0179 , ext. 2114

Henry County Adult Education
For more information, call 1-276-632-6017

Martinsville Adult Education
For more information, call 1-276-403-5466

Patrick County Adult Education
For more information, call 1-276-694-6542

Pittsylvania County Adult Education
For more information call, 1-434-432-7243

Calling all GED students! The next Super Saturday event is January 28th!!! We're looking for those students needing Writing to complete their GED's ...pass the word!

We are ending another calendar year in Adult Education with paper based testing! But how long until the Official GED test is offered via computer????

GED Testing Service - Computer Based Testing

Did you miss Super Saturday and want to know when there will be another one?   Let the West Piedmont Regional Adult Transition Program know you are interested at:

 

http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Region-XII-Adult-Education-Transition-Program/126039630833218

Congratulations and Thank You to those who participated in Super Saturday with West Piedmont Regional Adult Education! There were many success stories who received their GED after testing Saturday!

Don't forget about Super Saturday this weekend!

Wednesday, November 30, 2011

http://www.martinsvillebulletin.com/article.cfm?ID=31138

The high school equivalency test will change in 2013, and people who have not passed all sections of the current test before then will have to be tested again with the new exam.

The new edition of the GED Testing Service exam will be offered in January 2013, so it is important for people to take or finish sections of the current test before then, said Stacey Wright, West Piedmont regional program manager for adult education.

If they do not complete the exam by then, they will have to be retested with the new edition, Wright added.

According to Wright, the current test has one essay section while the new test will have two. The new test will not be all multiple choice; a section with open-ended questions will require short answers.

The math problems in the new edition will require more critical thinking and will involve trigonometry. The current test covers just algebra and geometry.

The new test will have four sections instead of the current five. Currently, the test sections include writing skills, reading skills, science, math and social studies. The new test will combine the reading and writing skills sections, she said.

In addition, the new test will be given totally on computers, Wright said.

The purpose of the test changes is “to make the test more in line with the high school graduation requirements,” she said.

The GED math test will be offered from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the New College Institute, 30 Franklin St., Martinsville.

The day will begin with a tutoring session followed by the test in the afternoon, according to Wright said.

To be a part of the free test on Saturday, register by 3 p.m. Thursday by calling West Piedmont Adult Education Transition Specialist Cynthia Ingram at 734-7468.



Can you get your GED® credential or diploma online?

No. Just like paper-based testing, the computer-based version of the GED® tests will only be offered in a proctored testing environment and only at an Official GED Testing Center™. The test will not be administered on the Internet and there is not "online testing." The proctored testing environment ensures security measures present today and those continuing to be developed will be enforced.

DO WE HAVE YOUR ATTENTION? For more information on upcoming changes to the GED® test check out: http://tiny.cc/vq21b

When will the computer-based GED® exam be available for all testing centers?

The test used in computer-based testing is the same 2002 Series GED Test currently available in a paper-based format. There will not be a new assessment until sometime in 2014.

DO WE HAVE YOUR ATTENTION? For more information on upcoming changes to the GED® test check out: http://tiny.cc/vq21b

Think you know the GED® Test?

Want more information?  Check out the GED Testing Service Website!

Why the GED^® test is more important than ever

1.3 million  
 Average number of high school students who drop out every year
23 percent        
 Percentage of U.S. jobs requiring college degree or professional certificate in 1963
59 percent        
 Percentage of U.S. jobs requiring college degree or professional certificate in 2008

For more information:  http://www.gedcbt.org/gedts/thecommunityaugust.html

GED Testing Service - Computer Based Testing

Did you know that the Official GED Test will be administered via computer by the year 2014? Check it out.......

GED Testing Service - Computer Based Testing

Check out the GED Testing Service's Facebook page!!!

http://www.facebook.com/GEDTesting

What does "GED" stand for?

GED—A trademarked acronym used for the General Educational Development Tests, a battery of examinations administered by states and jurisdictions to measure the skills and knowledge similar to a high school course of study. GED graduates earn a GED credential. The type of credential issued, diploma or certificate, varies by state.

Understanding Your Scores

Many people ask "What scores are needed to pass the GED test"?  Check out this link for more information:

Your GED® Test Scores

Don't forget to VOTE Today!!!

Find out more about Adult Education in Virginia!

http://www.doe.virginia.gov/instruction/adulted/index.shtml

Can I take the GED test online?

NO, you cannot take the GED Test online!

Check out this YouTUBE video from the GED Testing Service for more information.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jz3HyvLb9LI

Have you lost your GED Transcript or Certificate?

The GED®TRANSCRIPT AND DUPLICATE CERTIFICATE REQUEST FORM  from the Virginia Department of Education can be used to request duplicates of your GED Transcript or Certificate.  The form can be submitted by mail or in person.  Check it out!

Do you want to know what GED classes are offered near you?  Check out the CLASS SCHEDULES on the official website for West Piedmont Regional Adult Education!

ARE YOU READY?

Take the QUIZ on the West Piedmont Regional Adult Education website to see if you may be ready to take the Official GED test! 

If you are ready, give us a call at:  1-888-433-4255

GED AND CAREER PATHWAYS AWARENESS WEEK is over and we hope everyone had a great week! 

It is not too late to register for one of the FREE Official GED Tests being offered in the West Piedmont Adult Education Region.  Give us a call for more information! 

1-888-433-4255

It is not to late to celebrate GED AND CAREER PATHWAYS AWARENESS WEEK!

Many programs have events scheduled for Friday!  Give your local program a call to see what they have planned!

Franklin County Adult Education
http://www.frco.k12.va.us/adult_education.htm
For more information call 1-540-483-0179 , ext. 2114

Henry County Adult Education
http://www.henry.k12.va.us/Adult-Education.html
For more information, call 1-276-638-1668

Martinsville City Adult Education
http://www.martinsville.k12.va.us/
For more information, call 1-276-403-5466

Patrick County Adult Education
http://www.patrick.k12.va.us/index.cfm/topic/340
For more information, call 1-276-694-6542

Pittsylvania County Adult Education
http://www.pcs.k12.va.us/abe/abe-links.htm
For more information call, 1-434-432-7243

FREE FREE FREE FREE

Local programs have FREE Official GED testing coming up in November!

Come join us this week to find out if you qualify!

GED AND CAREER PATHWAYS AWARENESS WEEK is here!!!

Find out about all the exciting activities the week holds!

Call us at 1-888-433-4255



GED AND CAREER PATHWAYS AWARENESS WEEK begins next week!! 
Some local programs will be kicking off the celebration tomorrow October 15, 2011. 
Want to know what your local program is doing?  Give them a call!

West Piedmont Regional Adult Education
270 South Main Street – Suite 240
Rocky Mount, VA 24151
For more information call 1-888-433-4255

Franklin County Adult Education
http://www.frco.k12.va.us/adult_education.htm
For more information call 1-540-483-0179 , ext. 2114

Henry County Adult Education
 http://www.henry.k12.va.us/Adult-Education.html
For more information, call 1-276-638-1668

Martinsville City Adult Education
http://www.martinsville.k12.va.us/
For more information, call 1-276-403-5466

Patrick County Adult Education
http://www.patrick.k12.va.us/index.cfm/topic/340
For more information, call 1-276-694-6542

Pittsylvania County Adult Education
 http://www.pcs.k12.va.us/abe/abe-links.htm
For more information call, 1-434-432-7243

Official GED AND CAREER PATHWAYS AWARENESS WEEK Recognition

GED and Career Pathways Awareness Week recognized by Governor Bob McDonnell

http://www.governor.virginia.gov/OurCommonwealth/Proclamations/2011/GED.cfm

Facebook Pages

Check out Pittsylvania County Adult Education and their new Facebook page at:

http://www.facebook.com/WestPiedmontAdultEd#!/profile.php?id=100002697552878

REMINDER

The Official GED Test fee structure changed on July 1, 2011. 

REMINDER

The West Piedmont GED Testing Calendar is located at the top of the blog for easy access to information on Official GED Test dates in the counties of Franklin, Henry, Patrick, and Pittsylvania and Martinsville City.

FREE FREE FREE FREE

Did we mention FREE!!! 

FREE GED tests are being offered by the Henry, Franklin, Patrick, and Pittsylvania Counties, and Martinsville City Adult Education programs over the coming months!

Do you want more information on a FREE GED test?  Give us a call at 1-888-433-4255. 

Class Schedule Updates!

All class schedules have been upated on the West Piedmont Regional Adult Education website.  Check it out!

Need to take the GED test? Want to take it for FREE?????

Over the coming months West Piedmont Regional Adult Education will be offering FREE GED Testing at each of it's local programs!

Give us call at 1-888-433-4255 for more information!

GED & Career Pathways Awareness Week is coming...........

Questions Questions Questions

Do you have questions about the Official GED test??  Get the answers at: 
The Official Site for the GED Tests

GED Testing

Remember that all programs offer the GED test each month, sometimes twice! So check out the testing schedule for the region at:


https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=westpiedmont@yahoo.com&ctz=America/New_York

Reminder!!! The GED testing fees increased effective July 1, 2011.

Want a great resource to help you study for your GED test?  Try PBS Literacy Link!!!

http://litlink.ket.org/

LiteracyLink's goal is to provide a link for underserved and hard-to-reach adults and their teachers to quality adult basic education and GED preparation tools using technology. Combining video, the Internet, and print materials, LiteracyLink programs are relevant to the needs of the individual learner, adult instructional programs, and the workforce.

Do you need your GED?  Give us a call!

http://www.westpiedmontadulted.com/AdultEd/Contacts/Contacts.html

Want the truth about taking the GED test online??? Check this out....

http://www.acenet.edu/Content/NavigationMenu/ged/Truth_About_GED_Test.htm

GOOD LUCK

Good luck to those testing in Henry County today and to those registered to take the Official GED test in Franklin County next week!

Learning Pyramid

Students who study by "teaching others", which means helping their fellow student study, are 90% more likely to remain in their GED classes which leads to more success on the Official GED Test! 

Give us a call for information on your local GED class:   1-888-433-4255

How do you study for the GED test?

Students who study by "doing" are 80% more likely to remember the material!  One way to "DO" when you study is attend your local GED class!

Give us a call for information on your local GED class:   1-888-433-4255


http://pegasus.cc.ucf.edu/~tbayston/eme6313/learn_retention.html

Have you heard of GED connections ?

GED Connection combines video, text, practice tests, and online modules to provide a comprehensive study package.  Check out more on GED Connection at:  http://litlink.ket.org/ged_connect.aspl

Videos
Engaging documentary-style videos introduce content and give learners a chance to hear from experts in various fields. Students hear and see how the skills they are learning for the GED exam relate to work, home, and community life. These videos can be seen on your local PBS station!  Check out the broadcast schedule from Roanoke, VA:  http://www.blueridgepbs.org/

Summer sessions are coming to an end, are you ready to join one of our GED programs? Most programs will be in full swing beginning in October! Give us a call!

Henry County Adult Education
1-276-632-1668
Martinsville Adult Education
1-276-403-5466
Patrick County Adult Education
1-276-694-6542
Pittsylvania County Adult Education
1-434-432-7243

Get help and information about earning a GED in Virginia.

http://www.vaged.vcu.edu/

Check out the Official GED Testing Service You Tube Channel!!!!

http://www.youtube.com/gedtestingservice

Do you need a copy of your GED transcript?  Check out this link!

http://www.westpiedmontadulted.com/gedrequest.pdf

GOOD LUCK

Good Luck to those taking the GED test in Henry and Franklin County this week!!!

New Website!

Check out West Piedmont's updated website at http://www.westpiedmontadulted.com/

What famous people have earned their GED?

In an earlier post we showed you that Christian Slater had earned his GED.  So what other famous people have earned their GED also?

http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_famous_people_have_earned_their_GED

Happy 4th of July!!

Do you remember why we celebrate the 4th of July?? Check it out here:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Independence_Day_(United_States)

New GED Test Fees

It's official, the new GED Test Fees are in place. 
If you have any questions give us a call at: 1-888-433-4255

Updated GED Test Fee Chart

REVISED GED TEST FEE

Superintendent’s Memo 177-11 was released 6/24/11 changing the price of GED Testing effective July 1, 2011.  The new price will be $58.00 for the complete battery and partial tests and retests will be $10.00 per subject.  You will find the memo at:  http://www.doe.virginia.gov/administrators/superintendents_memos/2011/177-11.shtml

Check out these GED Profiles of Success!!

http://www2.acenet.edu/gedtest/profiles/

We want you to be one of them? Give us a call @  1-888-433-4255

REMINDER

The Virginia Department of Education Office of Adult Education and Literacy has announced that GED_® test fees are increasing effective July 1, 2011. 

For more information on the increase see the following press release:

Press Release for GED Test Price Increase

For more information on the new test fee structure :

Test Fee Chart

IMPORTANT:  Most programs in the West Piedmont Region require registration a minimum of 10 days before the testing date!

Christian Slater gets his GED!!!

Check out this clip of Christian Slater talking with Ellen DeGeneres in January about receiving his GED!

http://video.aol.com/aolvideo/aol-television/back-to-school-the-ellen-degeneres-show/60400740001

Upcoming GED Test

Martinsville GED Testing

When:  Tue, June 21, 9am – Wed, June 22, 1pm

Where:  Martinsville Adult Education Center Martinsville, VA (map)

Upcoming GED Tests

Patrick County GED Testing

When:  Mon, June 20, 4pm – Tue, June 21, 8pm

Where:  Patrick Henry Community College Stuart, VA (map)

Henry County GED Testing

When:  Mon, June 20, 5pm – Tue, June 21, 9pm

Where:  Bassett High School Bassett, VA (map)

Summer Schedules

Summer Schedules have been posted!  Check them out!

Upcoming GED Test

Pittsylvania County GED Testing

When:  Jun 17 – 18, 2011

Where:  Pittsylvania County Career & Technical Center Chatham, VA (map)

Head over and LIKE us on Facebook!

http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/pages/West-Piedmont-Regional-Adult-Education/171966369520044

Summer Schedule

West Piedmont Regional Adult Education programs on currently on Summer Schedules.  If you have questions about a program's schedule call the appropriate number below:

Franklin County Adult Education http://www.frco.k12.va.us/adult_education.html For more information call 1-540-483-0179 , ext. 2114 Henry County Adult Education http://www.henry.k12.va.us/Adult-Education.html For more information, call 1-276-632-6017 Martinsville Adult Education http://www.martinsville.k12.va.us/ For more information, call 1-276-403-5466 Patrick County Adult Education http://www.patrick.k12.va.us/index.cfm/topic/340 For more information, call 1-276-694-6542 Pittsylvania County Adult Education http://www.pcs.k12.va.us/abe/abe-links.htm For more information call, 1-434-432-7243

Check out the official website for West Piedmont Regional Adult Education @ 

http://www.westpiedmontadulted.com/

Ever wonder..........

Who produces the GED Tests?
The GED Tests are developed, delivered, and safeguarded by content specialists, researchers, psychometricians, and other staff of GED® Testing Service, a nonprofit program of the American Council on Education®. The tests are owned by ACE.

How does the GED testing program work?
The GED testing program is an international partnership involving GED Testing Service, each of the 50 U.S. states and the District of Columbia, the Canadian provinces and territories, the U.S. insular areas, the U.S. military and federal correctional institutions, and the veterans administration hospitals.
GED Testing Service establishes the test administration procedures and passing standard. All jurisdictions administer the GED Tests and award their high school credentials to adults who meet the GED Tests passing standards and any other additional jurisdictional requirements.

How many people take the GED Tests?
In 2009, more than 788,000 adults worldwide took some portion of the GED test battery. Of that total, more than 680,000 completed the battery of five tests and 472,000 (69%) earned passing scores on the five-test battery.

REMINDER: TEST FEE INCREASE

The Virginia Department of Education Office of Adult Education and Literacy has announced that GED_® test fees are increasing effective July 1, 2011. 

For more information on the increase see the following press release:

Press Release for GED Test Price Increase

For more information on the new test fee structure :

Test Fee Chart

IMPORTANT:  Most programs in the West Piedmont Region require registration a minimum of 10 days before the testing date!

FREE Online Study Resources - GED McGraw-Hill/Contemporary’s

McGraw-Hill/Contemporary offers an abundance of resources for students and instructors who are using Contemporary's GED Book Series to study for the GED test.  These resources are offered for all 5 subjects on the GED test. 

Check out the links below!

Science

Social Studies

Language Arts, Reading

Language Arts, Writing

Mathematics

Free, Easy Science Study Tool

Check out a free, easy way to study for the Science portion of the GED test with the Jefferson Lab Science Education website @  http://education.jlab.org/

Free, Easy Social Studies Study Tool

Check out a free, easy way to study for the Social Studies portion of the GED test @  http://www.mapsofworld.com/

Free, Easy Study Tool

Need to study for the GED test?  Want a free, easy study tool?  Then check out....

FREE RICE. COM

FreeRice is a non-profit website run by the United Nations World Food Programme.

FreeRice has two goals:

• Provide education to everyone for free.
• Help end world hunger by providing rice to hungry people for free.

GED Testing Service's You Tube Channel

Check out the GED Testing Service's You Tube Channel.  This You Tube channel showcases Profiles of Success, Frequently Asked Questions, Study Tips, and many other videos.

CHECK IT OUT!

GED Testing Service, LLC is a joint venture formed by the American Council on Education and Pearson to provide adults with increased access to the GED® Tests. GED Testing Service stands as the only legitimate and time-honored architect of the GED Tests that certify the high school-level academic achievement of national and international non-high school graduates. In collaboration with key partners, we develop, deliver, and safeguard the test; we analyze the testing program and its participants; and we develop policies, procedures, and programs to ensure equal access to the test.

Truth About GED® Testing Online

From the people who create the GED Tests: GED Testing Service_®

The GED Tests cannot be taken online.

If you take a test on the Internet that claims to be the GED Tests, it is not a legitimate program. Some people may find out later that it is an alternative diploma or that it is a diploma mill. Do your research before spending any money, and use the resources below to find out more.

Read more here about Testing Online

Who Accepts the GED Credential

98% of colleges and universities that require a high school diploma accept the GED credential (Annual Survey of Colleges 2007. Copyright ® 2007. The College Board.)

96% of companies accept applicants with a GED credential for jobs requiring a high school degree (Society for Human Resource Management, 2002)

GED Testing Program Fact Sheet

About the GED Tests

-The GED Tests provide adults who did not complete a formal high school program the opportunity to certify their attainment of high school-level academic knowledge and skills
-The tests are field-tested and normed on graduating high school seniors before becoming final test forms
-Only 60% of graduating high school seniors would pass the GED Tests on their first attempt

GED Testing Program Fact Sheet

Veterans Honorary High School Diploma

Veterans Honorary High School Diplomas recognize the life experiences of honorably discharged veterans who were unable to complete their high school education because of service in the armed forces during World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. Since the first honorary diplomas were issued in 2001, more than 2,000 have been awarded to veterans of the three wars. To obtain an honorary diploma, a veteran may submit a statement to the Virginia Department of Education describing his or her service, the location of the last school attended, and affirming that he or she was unable to complete high school upon return to civilian life. The guidelines also allow for the submission of information by family members and veterans' organizations.

For more information click here

REMINDER  REMINDER  REMINDER

There will be an increase of the GED test fees effective July 1, 2011.  Do you want to take the GED test in June before the price increase? 

Click here for test registration information contacts!

Please note that most programs require you to register in advance at least 10 days or more prior to the Official GED Test.

PBS Literacy Link

Do you need to get your GED?  Have you ever heard of PBS Literacy Link?

PBS LiteracyLink provides a link for underserved and hard-to-reach adults and their teachers to quality adult basic education and GED preparation tools using technology. Combining video, the Internet, and print materials, LiteracyLink programs are relevant to the needs of the individual learner, adult instructional programs, and the workforce.

Check out what PBS Literacy Link is all about:
http://litlink.ket.org/

GED Testing Policies

Curious about the requirements to obtain your GED?  Have you ever wondered...........

1.  What are the residency requirements to take the GED Test? None

2.   What is the minimum age for GED testing? (without exceptions) 18

3.   What is the minimum age for GED testing? (requires additional documentation) 16

4.   What are the minimum score requirements to pass the GED Test? 410 on each test/2250 on the full test battery

Find out more about Virginia GED testing policies at the following link...............

GED Jurisdictional Testing Policies

GED test fees are increasing July 1, 2011.

The Virginia Department of Education Office of Adult Education and Literacy has announced this week that GED_® test fees are increasing this summer, effective July 1, 2011. 

For more information on the increase see the following press release:

Press Release for GED Test Price Increase

For more information on the new test fee structure :

Test Fee Chart

DID YOU KNOW

Did you know? 
In 2006-2008, high school dropouts were more than twice as likely to be living in poverty as high school graduates; (U.S. Census Bureau, 2009).

Did you know?
Seventy-four percent of dropouts spend one or more years in poverty between the ages of 25 and 75, based on analyses of data from the Panel Study of Income Dynamics between 1968 and 1992; (Rank and Hirschl, 2001).

For more information like this check out the following report:

THE RETURN ON INVESTMENT (ROI)
FROM ADULT EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Measuring the Economic Impact of

A Better Educated and Trained U.S. Workforce

CLICK HERE

 

Never too late to graduate: 92-year-old earns GED

Think you are too old to get your GED?

                          Jeff Melton/The Star 

Check out the article at the link below about 92 year old Loretta Patton of Cleveland County, NC who graduated from CCC with her GED on Thursday May 12, 2011!

http://www.shelbystar.com/news/-55233--.html

Writing Sample Question

Language Arts, Writing Test
Part I
There are 50 multiple-choice questions on the Language Arts, Writing Test, Part I. These questions require you to revise and edit workplace, how to, and informational documents. Scores are combined with those of Part II and reported as a single score. They are divided among the following three question types: correction, revision, and construction shift. These questions address the following content areas:

Organization (15%): Restructure paragraphs or ideas within paragraphs, identify topic sentences, create unity and coherence in the document.

Sentence Structure (30%): Correct sentence fragments, run-on sentences, comma splices, improper coordination and subordination, misplaced modifiers, and lack of parallel structure.

Usage (30%): Correct errors in subject-verb agreement, verb tense, and pronoun reference.

Mechanics (25%): Correct errors in capitalization, punctuation, spelling (restricted to errors related to possessives, contractions, and homonyms).

Want to try some Sample Writing Questions? Click here! 
Sample Writing Questions

Part IIThe second part of the Language Arts, Writing Test consists of an essay on a general topic. Part II assesses your ability to write an essay about a familiar subject. Scores are combined with those of Part I and are reported as a single score. More information is available on the Language Arts, Writing Part II page.

Want to try a Sample Essay? Click here! 
Sample Essay

Reading Sample Question

The Language Arts, Reading Test contains 40 multiple-choice questions that measure your ability to comprehend and interpret workplace and academic reading selections and to apply those interpretations to new contexts. The questions ask you to understand, apply, analyze, and synthesize information that you are given in the reading selections.
Literary texts constitute 75% of each test and include at least one selection from each of the following areas:

• Poetry
• Drama
• Prose fiction before 1920
• Prose fiction between 1920 and 1960
• Prose fiction after 1960

Nonfiction texts constitute 25% of each test and include two selections of nonfiction prose from any two of the following areas:

• Nonfiction prose
• Critical review of visual and performing arts
• Workplace and community documents, such as mission and goal statements, rules for employee behavior, legal documents, and communications (for example, letters and excerpts from manuals)

The reading selections in the Language Arts, Reading Test range from 200 to 400 words, with poetry running from 8 to 25 lines. A purpose question appears in bold before each selection; the question is designed solely to help you focus and provide a purpose for reading the text. You are not asked to answer the purpose question. Each selection is followed by four to eight questions.

Want to try some Sample Reading Questions? Click here! 
Sample Reading Questions

Social Studies Sample Question

Are you ready to take the GED test?  Try this sample question and choose the link provided below for the correct answer!

Social Studies Sample Question

Some people think that stores that sell fewer brands of computers provide faster service than stores that sell a wider variety of brands.

What information from the chart supports this idea?

1.     AAA Business - 96% service promptness

2.    Operating Systems - 69% service promptness

3.    Programs ‘'N Stuff 79% service promptness

4.    Technodazzle - 100% service promptness

5.    Compu-Wonder - 89% promptness

Sample Question Answer

Science Sample Question

Are you ready to take the GED test?  Try this sample question and choose the link provided below for the correct answer!


Science Sample Question


Clay soil forms a fairly effective barrier against the movements of water. It also swells and shrinks significantly as its water content changes. Sandy soil, in contrast, allows water to move freely and does not change shape as the water content varies.

In which statement is the appropriate soil selected for its intended site?

1.    Sandy soil would make a good lining for a toxic waste site.

2.    Clay soil would work well in a drain field.

3.    Clay soil would be a good foundation for a large building.

4.    Clay soil would form a good liner if a person built a pond.

5.     A sandy lake bottom would prevent water from seeping out of the lake.

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Mathematics Sample Question

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Mathematics Sample Question


Byron purchased a $5000 certificate of deposit (CD) at his local bank. The CD will pay him 7% simple interest.

How much INTEREST, in dollars, will Byron have earned from his CD at the end of a 2-year period?


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Regional Test Dates

This blog now includes a google calendar with all regional test dates for the 2011 calendar year!  Click on a desired test date for location and further information!

REMINDER:  You must register to take the Official GED test.

Join Virginia's Race to GED

Check out the Virginia Race to GED website at:
http://www.vaged.vcu.edu/index.shtml

Getting your GED certificate can help you to:

• Make More Money
  GED holders make an average of $7000 more per year than those without a GED Certificate or high school diploma.
• Go to College
  GED graduates accomplish as much in college and technical training as traditional high school students.
• Build Your Career
  Most employers accept the GED credentials when hiring and giving promotions.
• Help Your Kids
  Set an example - education is for a lifetime.
• Feel Good About Yourself
  The GED Program ... has helped me build more confidence in myself. -- Katrina, a GED student

What does "GED" stand for?

GED—A trademarked acronym used for the General Educational Development Tests, a battery of examinations administered by states and jurisdictions to measure the skills and knowledge similar to a high school course of study. GED graduates earn a GED credential. The type of credential issued, diploma or certificate, varies by state.

Profiles of Success

Stories to Inspire You

GED graduates represent a special part of the educational family. Millions of Americans drop out of school every year and the GED testing program gives them the opportunity to return to school, apply for training, attend college and find better careers.

This site is dedicated to the success stories of GED graduates. Here you can view their video or text profiles, or share your personal story by submitting a profile of your own.

http://www2.acenet.edu/gedtest/profiles/?CFID=141468&CFTOKEN=88000852&jsessionid=1630a0b0db61C$E8$C2$