The GED (General Educational Development) test is a series of exams that certify you have high school level academic skills.

Anyone who didn't finish high school and meets their state or country's eligibility criteria can take the GED test.

Eligibility criteria can vary, but usually, you need to be at least 16 years old and not enrolled in high school.

You can register online on the official GED website or go in person to a testing center.

You can take the GED test at different places like community colleges, adult education centers, and some high schools.

The cost can vary depending on where you are, but on average, it's around $60 to $150 for all the tests.

The GED test covers four main subjects: Math, Science, Social Studies, and Reasoning Through Language Arts (RLA).

The GED test is timed, and each subject has its own time limit. Overall, it usually takes around 7 to 8 hours to finish.

Absolutely! If you don't pass, you can retake the GED test, but keep in mind there may be waiting periods and additional fees.

Waiting periods for retakes can vary, but typically it's anywhere from 30 days to several months.

Most places allow you to take the GED test a certain number of times within a year, but there might be limits beyond that.

You can prepare for the GED test by studying with prep books, taking GED prep courses, or using online study resources.

Definitely! There are plenty of practice tests online and in GED prep materials to help you get ready for the real deal.

It's a good idea to study all the subjects, but you can focus more on the ones where you feel less confident.

Yep, they provide a calculator for certain sections of the math test, but not all parts allow calculator use.

GED test scores are typically valid for a certain number of years, usually around three to five years, but this can vary by jurisdiction.

Yes, accommodations are available for test-takers with documented disabilities. You'll need to request accommodations in advance.

In some locations, the GED test is available in Spanish and other languages besides English. Check with your local testing center for language options.

Yes, colleges and employers generally accept the GED credential as equivalent to a high school diploma.

Once you've passed all sections of the GED test, you'll receive your diploma or certificate by mail or in person, depending on your jurisdiction.

At Sapneil Tutoring we walk you through the process of getting a GED. To get your Florida

GED, you cannot already have a high school diploma or equivalent. You must also be

unenrolled in any accredited high school. Additionally, you must be at least 18 years of age or, if younger, have a waiver from your local school board.

You don’t have to be a resident of Florida to earn your GED here. You simply need to prepare for the test. If you want to take the test at one of Florida’s in-person testing centers, you do not need to take a GED prep course or the GED Ready practice test, though we strongly recommend both.

To fully prepare and take the Florida GED practice tests, visit this website and sign up for a free account and get started. Click here for step-by-step instructions on how to do that. If you already have an account, log into that account now.

It usually takes GED students, on average, between 2-3 months to fully prepare. After

successful completion and a passing score, the State of Florida will award you a certificate that shows you’ve acquired the same level of knowledge as a high school graduate.

Find a Class or Testing Center Near You and enroll at Sapneil Tutoring

Do you want to participate in classes with other GED students near you? Some people find it helpful to attend programs in person. Find in-person GED classes if this is how you can learn. The benefits of in-person classes include:

● Knowledgeable teachers

● Supportive learning

● Group activities with peers

● Flexible dates and times for busy students

● Step-by-step assistance

● Thorough preparation

● Career counselors

● College planning advisors

● Effective practice tests and reviews

You can also find testing centers throughout Florida. If you need accommodations, request them before scheduling your test. Click here to find nearby in-person testing centers.

According to state law, You must be 18 years old to test in Florida.

In the State of Florida GED candidates must be at least 18 years of age or older to take the

GED® test. Florida statute allows underage GED testing for 16 and 17 year olds under extraordinary circumstances based on rules set by the school district in which an individual lives or goes to school. Each school district has different requirements individuals must meet to qualify for an age waiver. To find out the requirements for your school district and request an underage waiver, you will need to contact the school district representative:

https://web02.fldoe.org/EducationContacts/DisplayList.aspx?list=65

Once you meet the school district requirements, the school district staff member will be

responsible for sending the age waiver to the Florida GED testing office for processing. If you have any questions about the underage testing process, please contact the Florida GED testing office at 850-245-0449 or via email at GEDagewaiver@fldoe.org.

There is no residency requirement if you are 18 years or older.

If you are 16 or 17 years old, you must obtain an Underage Waiver from the school district in which you live. You must contact a representative from the district in which you live or go to school for information on the specific requirements for testing. A list of district representatives is found here.

Some states allow people who don’t live there to take the GED® test and others don’t. You’ll need to check the residency requirement for the state that you’re interested to test in.

If you are 18 years or older, you don’t need to take a GED® class before taking the GED® test.

If you are 16 or 17 years old, you may have to take classes. You must contact a representative from the district in which you live or go to school for information on the

specific requirements for testing. A list of district representatives is found here.

For those testing in-person at a Testing Center:

○ If you are 18 years or older, you don’t need to take the GED Ready® practice test before taking the GED® test.If you are 16 or 17 years old, you may have to take and achieve a specific score on the GED Ready® practice test. You must contact a representative from the district in which you live or go to school for information on the specific requirements for testing. A list of district representatives is found here.

Effective July 1, 2024, the price for the GED test in Florida will increase by $6 from $32 to $38.

You will pay for the test online with a debit or credit card when you schedule your test.

For those testing in-person at a Testing Center:

In Florida, there is no waiting period for your first two retakes. After taking a test subject 3 times, you’ll have to wait 60 days before retesting. There’s no limit to how many times you can test in a year.

For those testing in-person at a Testing Center:

You will receive two discounted retakes for every GED® test subject you purchase but don’t pass. You have 365 days after your full-price test to use these retakes. After receiving two retakes at the reduced price, the price of the test subject returns to the regular price. If you do not pass that subject again, you will receive two more retakes at a reduced rate. GED Testing Service waives its $20 testing fee, however, additional testing fees may still apply in your state. In Florida, there is a $12 test center fee for test retakes.

The Florida State GED® Program has partnered with GED Testing Service for fulfillment

of requests for GED® transcripts and diplomas.

After passing the GED® test, you will automatically receive one free electronic diploma,

one free electronic transcript. You must take action to receive one free printed diploma.

Electronic Diploma and Transcript

The electronic diploma and transcript download links will be e-mailed to the e-mail address associated with your GED®account once you have passed all GED® test subjects and earned your diploma.

○ Links are only available for a limited time, so be sure to download your electronic documents right away.

○ Follow the instructions provided in the e-mail. These PDF documents are very valuable since they can be forwarded to employers and colleges that accept electronic credentials.

○ The PDF documents are verified by GED Testing Service/Parchment each time they are opened using Blue Ribbon Security. The blue ribbon symbol displayed in the PDF is assurance that the digital credential is valid, the document is authentic, and the contents of the credential have not been altered.

The printed diploma can be ordered in your GED® account at GED.com. After logging

in, go to My Scores and select Order Duplicates. Select Diploma option and then select

the Printed Diploma – Free option.

You will then be asked who and what address you want the diploma to be mailed to.

The free diploma link will only be available until it has been used and can only be used one time.

Carefully follow the instructions presented during the ordering process.

You can request your transcript and diploma here.

In Florida the credential is called the State of Florida High School Diploma.

For those testing in-person at a Testing Center:

Yes, in Florida you can take all test subjects in the same day if you can find a testing center with hours that accommodate it.

Yes, in Florida you can test in English or Spanish and you can combine tests from different languages to earn your credential.

It depends on whether or not that state has a residency requirement. Check the

residency requirements in that state and don’t hesitate to contact the GED Administrator in that state with questions. In Florida, you do not have to be a resident to take the test.

Ashley Olevitch

GED Administrator

High School Equivalency Diploma Program

Florida Department of Education

325 West Gaines Street – Suite 634

Tallahassee, FL 32399-0400

Phone: (850) 245-0449

Fax: (850) 245-0990

flgedhelp@fldoe.org

(the rep may change).

While you will need to score at least 145 on each subject to pass the GED® test, scoring higher can have additional benefits. The GED® test has a passing score of 145 for each test subject. To earn your high school equivalency, you’ll need to score 145 or higher on all four subjects.

165 – 174

GED® College Ready

Scoring above 165 (on any test subject) means you have demonstrated you are ready to take college-level courses and you may qualify for waivers from placement testing or developmental education requirements if you enroll in college. This will save you money and help you earn your degree faster.

175 – 200

GED® College Ready + Credit

Scoring above 175 (on any test subject) means you have demonstrated skills that could qualify for up to 10 college credit hours. Depending on the program you apply to, you may be able to earn up to:

○ 3 credits in Math

○ 3 credits in Science

○ 3 credits in Social Studies

○ and 1 credit in Humanities

By earning college credit, you can bypass certain required classes which ultimately saves you time and money.

● Send your transcript and score report to the college or institution that you plan on

attending

● Check with the college admissions office to see if you are eligible to skip placement tests

or remedial courses if you scored College Ready, and if the college will accept credits

earned through the GED® test if you scored College Ready + Credit

Once you’re ready, you will schedule your test online and you will take the test at an official

GED® test center or through online proctoring.

To schedule:

● Simply log into your GED® account.

● Select whether you’ll test at a test center or with online proctoring.

● Choose which test subjects you’ll be taking.

● Pick a day and time that works for you.

● Pay for the test online using a credit or debit card.

We are committed to providing students with full access to the GED® test for anyone with

disabilities and support the intention of the Americans with Disabilities Act as Amended (ADA). Test accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis and include things such as extra testing time, extra breaks, and a separate testing room.

Learning & Cognitive Disorders (LCD)

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Attention Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

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Psychological & Psychiatric Disorders (EPP)

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Physical Disabilities & Chronic Health Conditions (PCH)

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How to Apply:

Create an account on GED.com

Then, follow the instructions found here.

You may appeal an accommodations decision if you’re unhappy with the outcome. Simply click on the “Request an Appeal” button in the Accommodations System to start the appeal process. Please include additional documentation along with the appeal form (i.e. letter from a doctor, report, etc) to review if possible.

You can change what your test looks like on your computer screen to make it easier to read.

Get your GED from the comfort of your home, while securely monitored by an online proctor

ENROLL FOR THE GED Available in English and Spanish.

Computer, Webcam, Internet

You need a computer with webcam and reliable internet. Run a system test to make sure your computer meets the requirements.

Private Workspace

The room should have four walls, a closed door and no distractions.

Government-issued ID

We will verify your government-issued ID when you check-in for your test.

‘Green’ GED Ready Score

You must take a GED Ready practice test and score ‘green’ within the last 60 days for each

subject in which you want to test online.

1. Perform a system test to make sure your computer, webcam and internet connection meet the requirements for testing online.

2. Schedule your online test within 60 days of scoring ‘green’ on a GED Ready practice test.

3. Log in to GED.com 30 minutes before your test appointment to launch your test.

4. Follow the on-screen steps to check in for your test including verifying your system, I.D., and workspace.

5. Take your test while an online proctor monitors you just like they do at a test center.

See all states and territories that offer online GED testing ›

● Cheating is strictly prohibited

● You consent to being videotaped and recorded

● You must be in a private, walled room with a closed door

● No one else is permitted in the room once your exam has started, for any reason

● You may not leave your work area for any reason

● You cannot use a calculator or scratch paper, take physical notes or talk

● Personal items, mobile phones, headphones and watches must be out of reach

● Food, smoking and gum are prohibited

● You cannot move your webcam once your testing session has started

● Mumbling, speaking out loud or covering your mouth will lead to a warning

● Headphones and headsets (wired or Bluetooth) are not allowed unless explicitly approved

● Testers cannot use touchscreen features on laptops when testing

● You must be fully clothed while testing

Study Resources:

● GED Practice Test

● GED+ All-Inclusive Prep Program

● Test Previews

Blog Resources

● Build Your Confidence and Get GED Ready

● How Is the GED Scored?

● How to Stay Focused During Online GED Classes

● Social Studies 101: How to Identify Evidence

● How to Prepare for and Pass the GED Math Exam

● Math 101: How to Use the Number Line

Check out the GED blog for more study tips & helpful resources.

Technical Assistance

● Onscreen chat with the proctor will be available, but the proctor will not answer any

questions related to exam content

● Make sure you close out all other applications and complete the system test ahead of

time. Poor internet connection is one of the most common technical issues during the

test.

Onscreen Calculator

● You will not be able to use a physical calculator but will have access to an onscreen

calculator during the exam. Practice with the calculator tutorial.

Onscreen Scratch Pad

● You will have access to an onscreen scratch pad to take notes and perform math

calculations

Onscreen Whiteboard

● You will have access to an onscreen whiteboard so you can use your mouse to draw and

write out math calculations. Access this feature anytime during your test by clicking the

Whiteboard icon at the top of the screen.

● Practice using the online whiteboard

Currently, you are not allowed as many immediate attempts on the online GED test as you are with an in-person test if you don’t pass. If you don’t pass after two attempts, you will need to wait 60 days to schedule another online test. We want to be sure you have the best chance of passing the first time. Scoring green on the GED Ready test means you are likely to pass your GED test.

We recommend you work on improving your internet connection before you schedule your Online Proctored GED test. If your internet connection isn’t strong and steady, it could fail and you would not get the chance to finish your test. Check that other devices aren’t accessing the internet in your household, try the system check at different times of the day to see if there is a time when your internet connection is strong, reboot your computer and close all other applications to see if that helps.

Online proctors are working 24 hours a day which allows for appointment times around

the clock.. Also, note that your correct time zone is shown on the appointment. You can

change your time zone on the scheduling page. If your appointment time isn’t correct you

can easily reschedule it from your My Schedule page.

First, you can check here to see if your state offers online GED testing. Some states may also have specific age eligibility requirements. Once you log in to your GED.com account

you will see a message to learn more about online testing if you’re eligible. You’ll also need to score ‘green’ on your GED Ready practice test within the last 60 days before you can schedule an online test.