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Adult Education and GED Q&A

Q. What is the GED?

A. Many people who did not finish high school have knowledge and skills comparable to people who did graduate. The GED (General Educational Development) test is a battery of five multiple-choice tests that ask questions about subjects covered in high school. The exam covers reading, mathematics, social studies, science and writing skills. The writing skills portion includes a 200-word essay. The exam takes about seven hours to complete.

Most colleges and employers accept a GED certificate as being equivalent to a high school diploma. Each year more than 10,000 Missouri residents earn their GED.

Only those who are at least 16 years old and are no longer enrolled in high school are eligible to take the GED test.

Q. How much does it cost to take the GED test?

A. There is a $20 fee for the application and $20 fee for the testing center.

Q. When does SFCC give the GED test?

A. SFCC does not give the official GED test. Our program helps the student get ready to pass the official GED test. There are 22 testing locations throughout Missouri. You can check the GED Web site at www.dese.mo.gov or you may call (660) 530-5815, to find a location near you.

Q. What does it cost to enroll in GED classes?

A. It doesn’t cost anything to enroll in GED classes at SFCC.

Q. How long will it take before I go take the test?

A. Each student works at his or her own pace so it is up to the student as to how long it will take.

Q. When can I enroll in GED classes?

A. Anytime. GED classes on the SFCC campus are 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday and 6 to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday.

Q. I want to talk to someone about the GED, who do I call?

A. You can call (660) 530-5815, or you can visit the Student Achievement Center in the Yeater Learning Center, or you can contact Deb Williams at dwilliams1@sfccmo.edu.

Effective as of 4/16/07.

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