How to prepare for the GED Tests

Tests of General Educational Development (GED_®)

How to prepare for the GED Tests

There are many ways to help you prepare for the GED Test.

Enroll in a free local adult education program. Your academic strengths and will be assessed to determine if you are ready to take the GED test or if you need more instruction.
If you cannot attend a local program, tune in to the GED on TV broadcast on the New Jersey Network, two times a day, from 5:30-6:00 AM and 1:00-2:00 PM. The program is aired in English on Monday, Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday and in Spanish on Wednesday and Thursday.
If you are interested in the GED on TV program, call the toll-free number 1-800-345-7587.
Take advantage of on-line GED preparation and instruction. For a complete list of on-line distance learning resources for GED preparation or digital high schools, go to www.back2college.com. Another resource for free online GED preparation is PBS LiteracyLink's at www.pbs.org/literacy. Click on Adult Education/GED in the left side menu.
The fx-260 Solar calculator will be used for the Mathematics Test. You may want to purchase the fx-260 Solar calculator for your practice use. Calculators can be purchased for $7.00 plus a $2.50 charge for shipping and handling from ACE/GED Distribution Center, Department 191, Washington, DC 20055-0191 (Phone: 301-604-9073).

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