frequently asked questions
answers to common questions about getting your GED
What subjects will I be tested on?
There are five subjects on the GED Test: Science, Social Studies,
Language Arts/Reading, Mathematics, and Language Arts/Writing.
Do you think you're ready for the GED test ? If you
think
so, sign up for one of our Prove Yourself days and see how close you
are to being ready for the GED. More information about Prove
Yourself Days is available here.
When and where is the GED
test given?
The GED test is given multiple times a month in northern
Kentucky. Test locations are Gateway Community &
Technical
College and Lincoln Technical College in Boone County
and Covington in Kenton County. When you're ready for your
test, we'll provide you
driving directions on how to get there. Upcoming GED test
dates
are listed on our calendar here.
How much does the GED
Test cost? The test costs $60.00 for anyone in
the state of Kentucky. Some states charge much more!
What
happens if I don’t
pass the GED test?
We have a high pass rate for students going to take the
GED
test.
We don't send students to take the test who are not ready.
However, if you were to receive a below passing grade in any section of
the test, we would first look at your GED scores. If you have
a
test score below 410, then we will review that portion of the test and
you can retake it. If you do not have any score below 410,
and
you still do not have an average of 450, then we will look at your
scores and determine which area you may want to review and retake.
How much do
classes
cost? NOTHING.
Classes are
FREE! Our center is funded by tax-dollars.
What do I
need to be
prepared for classes? We
suggest you buy these materials to keep your work organized:
a 3
ring binder, lined paper, dividers, pens and pencils. Having
a
dictionary at home would also be a good idea. These will help
keep all your class work organized--no matter what classes you sign up
for.
What
classes and
workshops will be offered at Grant County Adult Education? Classes
last for 5 weeks We currently offer morning and afternoon math classes
as
well as a reading writing workshop. We also offer various
other
classes like Fractions, Maps, How to Use a Calculator, and Test-Taking
Strategies. More information about these offerings are on our
classes
page.
How many
times a week
will I come to the Learning Center?
It's
your choice. The more often you're willing to come will mean
you'll complete your work more quickly. Based on your
assessment
scores, we will place you in a Math Class and/or the Reading/Writing
Workshop. In addition to regularly attending class, we
suggest
you to attend an open lab session each week at a time that's convenient
for your schedule. Everyone's schedule is different so we
want to
find a schedule that will work for you.
I’m online,
can I study
at home? Yes! We know coming to the center is difficult for some people because of
conflicts with their employment schedule, transportation, and
childcare. This year GCAE is offering the option to study
online through ITTS. We have limited space available, and
more information is available on our classes
page. You will be given more information about this option
after completing the 3 TABE Assessments.
I’m not
online, but I
would like to study at home. What can I do?
KET offers a Partnership Program with Kentucky Adult Education. With
this partnership you can buy a set of 5 Pre-GED Connection or 3 GED
Connection books for $20.00. After working through the GED
Connection books and being certified as test ready by GCAE, you will
send $30.00 to KET along with a Voucher Certificate that is completed
by GCAE. KET will then send you
a $50.00
voucher to take the GED Test. More information is available here.
Do you want to do it?
Sign up for our next orientation for new students by calling our office
at (859) 823-1341. After orientation, you can start attending
classes and working during our open lab times and on your own at
home. The more you're willing to work, the faster you'll be
finished!