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GED ® FAQs
Am
I eligible for Highland's GED classes?
Highland's
Adult Education services are available to residents who live
in the Highland Community College District #519, which includes
JoDaviess, Carroll, Ogle, and Stephenson counties.
Do
you offer night classes?
Yes. Morning, afternoon and evening classes, in addition to one-on-one tutoring,
are all offered to customize your GED program to fit your
schedule.
How
do I prepare for a GED test?
Attend a class at HCC or at an off-campus location near you.
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How
long will it take before I’m ready to take my GED tests?
We offer several ways of helping you set a goal. You will take tests
when you first begin GED classes to establish your current grade
level. In addition, we provide official GED practice tests that
will help you determine when you’re ready to test.
How
old do I have to be before I can take the
GED tests?
An individual is eligible to take the GED Test given they meet the
following guidelines: 17 years of age or older, is not a high school
graduate or a GED graduate, has maintained residence in the State
of Illinois for thirty days. Note: If an individual is of school
age and has been enrolled in a public, private, or a home school
setting in the last 12 months, they must present a withdrawal letter
from the last school enrolled before taking GED tests. If further
assistance is required, contact Regional
Office of Education.
How
many times can I retake a GED test?
Each
GED test has 3 forms. During the calendar year (Jan. - Dec.), you
may retest using the remaining 2 test forms of the GED test in question.
Is
there a fee to take the test?
Yes. You must pay a $50 (as of July 1, 2009) fee at the time you apply to take the test.
The fee covers the cost of testing and a certificate of completion
and is good for six months from the date of application. Additional
fees may include retest fees or sitting fees. The classes to help
you prepare for the GED test are free.
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Volunteers
are needed to help participants learn:
Reading
Math
Writing
ESL
Contact
Esther
Mayer for additional volunteer information.
815.599.3538
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more information,
815.599.3460 or
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