GED Testing

The General Education Development (GED) is recognized as a high school credential by many employers across many industries in the State of New Jersey.

• What are the benefits of a GED?
• Am I eligible to take the GED Test?
• What must I do to take the GED Test?
• What is on the GED Test?
• I need help studying for the GED Test?
• Where do I take the GED?

What are the benefits of a GED?
Did you know that individuals with a GED have...
Higher Wages
On average people who earn their GED can expect $7,000 more per year in wages.
* U.S. 200 Census Data
Better Opportunities
Earning a high school diploma by passing the GED can open new doors to advancement either in your current job or in a brand new field.

Am I eligible to take the GED Test?
Any individual over the age of 18 seeking a GED is eligible. Individuals 16 or 17 must have parental/guardian permission.

What must I do to take the GED Test?

• Pre-register for the test. In Atlantic County register online at www.ged123.com. After registering online and printing out a confirmation ticket, call the test center at (609) 485-0052 extension 140 to sign up for a test date.  On the test date please bring the confirmation ticket to the center. In Cape May County, registrations are conducted the day before scheduled test dates and by appointment on specific days of the week at the Cape May County Technical School.

• Regardless of which test center you choose, please bring:
  
  1. Two forms of identification. One must be a state issued photo ID that states your full legal name and current address. (Examples: driver's license, social security card and employment ID, among others.)
  
  2. A money order payable to the Treasurer, State of New Jersey in the amount of $25.00 at the time of registration.

What is on the GED Test?
The GED Tests are a set of five tests in core highs school subject areas and include: Language Arts: Writing and Reading, Mathematics, Social Studies and Science. The tests contain multiple choice questions and an essay portion. You must pass the essay portion to receive a GED.

Should I study for the GED Test?
Yes, research has shown that individuals that study for the test are more likely to pass it their first time. There are a variety of organizations throughout the community that offer GED preparation classes during the day and in the evenings at no cost. Click here for a list (Note: The brochure requires the Adobe Acrobat Reader.  CLICK HERE for a free copy of the reader.)

Where do I take the GED?
The test is offered multiple times a month at two locations.