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. 2010 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 a state issued document indicating parental/guardian permission.

What must I do to take the GED Test?

• Pre-register to take the test. In Atlantic County register online at www.ged123.org. After registering online and printing out your registration from, call the test center at (609) 485-0052, extension 4831 to schedule an appointment with the GED Examiner. On your appointment date, please bring your registration form, two forms of identification and a money order for $50.00 made out to the Atlantic County Treasurer.  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.)
  Click here for additional information on a acceptable forms of ID.
  
  2. A money order made payable to the Atlantic County Treasurer or the Cape May County Technical School, depending on where you are scheduled to take the test, in the amount of $50.00 at the time of registration. Checks and cash are not accepted.   Click here for additional information regarding money orders.

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.