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GED TESTING AT THE ASSESSMENT CENTER
Advisory against Misleading GED Claims Please be advised that the GED® Certificate can be neither earned nor obtained via the Internet or through correspondence programs. The Tests of General Educational Development (GED Tests)--developed by the General Educational Development Testing Service of the American Council on Education (GED Testing Service) require extensive preparation and the demonstration of a high level of high school knowledge and academic skills. The GED Tests are administered in |
Read carefully for the new procedures and requirements have changed. Registration begins July 15, 2008.
| LOCATION: | Fletcher Administration Center, Room 112 |
| GED TEST BATTERY: |
Test 1 - Writing Skills |
2 hours | Test 4 - Reading | 1 hour, 5 minutes |
Test 2 - Social Studies |
1 hour, 10 minutes | Test 5 - Math | 1 hour, 30 minutes |
Test 3 - Science |
1 hour, 20 minutes |
| COST: | $66.50 for all five tests, and $7.00 for each retest. If applicants have previously tested at another testing center the cost for each retest is $12.50. Examinee’s who started but did not complete testing prior to December 31, 2001 will also be assessed a $66.50 fee for all five exams. |
| TO REGISTER: | NEW STUDENTS |
All new registrants must take the OPT Test (GED Practice Test) before registering for the Official GED Exam. Registration hours for the OPT test are the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 8:30 a.m. (the first 10 people will be accepted, no exceptions) |
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| RECURRING STUDENTS | ||
Examinee’s who have registered here before or elsewhere but did not complete or pass the exam will be asked to register again but will not need to take the OPT Test, registration hours are the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Registrants must complete several forms and pay fees before an examinee can schedule an appointment for testing. Appointments must be made in person (the first 10 people will be accepted, no exceptions) |
| BRING: | Identification – valid photo ID required (State I.D., driver’s license or military ID); passports or Alien Registration Cards are accepted. (APPLICANTS WILL NEED THEIR SOCIAL SECURITY CARDS, cards must not be laminated.) |
| APPOINTMENTS: | Participants wishing to schedule an appointment to take the GED must: |
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| 1) | Personally register for the GED test, in order to ensure compliance with The Texas Education (TEA) guidelines for taking the GED test, whereupon. | |
| 2) | GED registrants may then personally come by our office to schedule a testing session, contingent on availability of space. |
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| AN APPLICANT 17 YEARS OF AGE MAY TEST IF: |
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| AN APPLICANT 16 YEARS OF AGE MAY TEST IF: |
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TESTING SCHEDULE |
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| 2nd and 4th Tuesday Math at 8:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Writing Skills at 10:45 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. |
2nd and 4th Wednesday Science at 8:00 a.m. – 10:05 a.m. Social Studies at 10:15 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. Reading Skills at 1:15 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. |
*Student’s taking the test must arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the exam time on their scheduled test date. |
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NO LATE EXAMINEE’S WILL BE ACCEPTED! |
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TRANSFERRING FROM ANOTHER TEST CENTER:
If applicants have previously tested at another testing center, they must provide the Assessment Center with an official copy of their scores before continuing testing. The cost for each retest is $12.50. An official copy has a signature, an official seal, and is mailed by the other test center directly to the Assessment Center. Also, accepted will be the examinee’s copy of his/her official test results from the Texas Education Agency.
CANCELING TEST APPOINTMENTS:
PLEASE CALL 733-2173, 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE AND LEAVE MESSAGE IF YOU NEED TO CANCEL! In order to better serve our students we will be imposing a $10.00 NON-CANCELLATION FEE for appointments that are missed, without notice. This is due to reduce the problem of people not honoring their scheduled appointments for the GED Exam.
SCORING:
As of June 1, 1994, all answer sheets are sent to Austin for scoring. Answer sheets will be mailed once all five (5) tests have been completed or on a monthly basis. Test results will be sent directly to the examinee from the Texas Education Agency.
PASSING SCORE:
Examinees must have a total score of 2250, with no score below 410. A STUDENT WHO SCORES BELOW 410 ON ANY TEST MUST COMPLETE THE REMAINING BATTERY OF GED TESTS BEFORE RETESTING.
| RETEST POLICY: |
THE APPLICANTS MUST WAIT A MINIMUM OF FOUR WEEKS BEFORE RE-TESTING. |
| A RE-TEST LETTER FROM A CERTIFIED GED TEACHER OR AN OFFICIAL AGENCY THAT TEACHES GED PREPARATION CLASSES IS REQUIRED BEFORE RE-TESTING. The letter must state the person has attended the program and that he/she is ready to retest on a specific test. If the applicant chooses not to attend a study program, a six-month waiting period is required. After the first retest, an applicant MUST attend a preparation course before a second re-test is permitted. |
SPECIAL TEST VERSION:
Examinee’s requesting to use the audio tape or Braille versions or to have extended time will be required to present documentation of such need from an appropriate professional. The manner of testing and means of assessment will be determined on an individual basis, and each case will be submitted to the GED office at the Texas Education Agency for review. Testing by special accommodations will be provided on an appointment basis and will usually be scheduled on Friday’s.
TUITION VOUCHER:
Examinees who pay the $66.50, complete testing, and pass all 5 exams of the GED test battery at our test center, will be issued a $15.00 tuition voucher. This voucher will be applicable towards tuition payment at any of the Alamo Community College District Colleges: San Antonio College, St. Philip’s College, Palo Alto College Northwest Vista College, or Northeast Campus. This voucher will be valid for up to two years after completion of GED testing.
RELEASE OF TEST SCORES:
For test results for exams taken prior to June 1, 1994, examinee’s must complete and sign a Test Release Form or letter requesting the release of scores before test records will be released to any individual, agency, or organization other than the following: ACCD personnel, accrediting agencies, and other partied with judicial order or subpoena. TEST RESULTS WILL NOT BE RELEASED OVER THE TELEPHONE! For test results for exams taken on June1, 1994 or after, request must be made directly to the GED-Texas Education Agency Unit, 1701 North Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701 phone (512) 463-9292.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE CALL 733-2305.
For GED information please call: 210-733-2655.
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San Antonio College does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability with respect to access, employment programs, or services. Inquiries or complaints concerning these matters should be brought to the attention of: Director of Human Resources, Title IX Coordinator, 210/208-8051. Address: Human Resources Department, 201 W. Sheridan, Bldg. A, San Antonio, Texas 78204. For special accommodations or an alternate format, contact the San Antonio College DisABILITY Support Services at 733-2347.