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In January 2014, the GED test changed significantly from its previous version. You can read about the changes here.

GED Testing Centers: How Do I Find a GED Test Center Near Me? If you are planning on taking the General Education Development or GED high school equivalency test, you must take the test. HSE (High School Equivalency) Testing Centers Attention Testers. Ohio offers three testing vendors: GED®, HiSET and TASC. The list of approved testing centers are detailed below. Before you schedule your HSE test date, you must apply first. Ohio HSE Testing Centers.

What is the GED test like?

The GED consists of four subjects:

• Mathematical Reasoning
• Reasoning Through Language Arts
• Science
• Social Studies

How is the GED test given?

As of January 2014, all GED testing is computer based (you must go to a designated testing site to take the computer-based test).

You will need the following computer skills:

• Mouse skills (click, double-click, drag-and-drop)
• Keyboard and typing skills to type answers
• Copy and paste
• Use a scroll bar
• Undo/redo edits
• Use an online calculator

Ged Testing Centers Near Me

If you need brush up on your computer skills, there are many tutorials available online, including:

• Free online GED practice tests for each subject
• Online calculator tutorials available in English and Spanish.

How much does the GED test cost?

You can expect to pay around $120-$150 for the GED test.

How can I prepare for the GED test?

Study on your own:

• Books: Search the library catalog for study books (we also have books available for purchase at the service desk).
• Online: Use our Testing and Education Reference Center Database or Learning Express Library, both of which offer online practice tests and online books (requires Mesa Public Library card and PIN to access). The GED Testing Service site also offers free online GED practice tests for each subject
• Computer tutorials: the computer tutorials listed above will help you prepare for the computer-based GED test.
  

Take classes:

• In-person (face-to-face) preparation classes (see list below)
• Online (distance learning) preparation classes (see list below)

In-person (face-to-face) preparation classes:

Arizona Department of Education – Adult Ed and GED Testing
602-258-2410
For a list of in-person and online classes throughout the state
Maricopa County Superior Court Education Program
602-372-5509
For members of the community and adults on probation
Mesa Community College – GED to MCC
GED Preparation - 480-461-6200
GED Preparation en Español - 480-461-6106
Fee-based, 3-month GED classes in English and Spanish. Morning, evening and weekend classes available.
Mesa Counts on College
480-644-3005
Mesa Counts on College will cover the cost for eligible students , which includes test prep, materials, tutoring and the test. Classes typically run for for 12 weeks.

Mesa Public Schools - Adult Education Department & Family Literacy Program
480-472-7259
Fees based on household income.

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Online (distance learning) preparation:

Arizona Department of Education – Adult Ed and GED Testing
602-258-2410
For a list of in-person and online classes throughout the state
Rio Salado College - Online Classes
480-517-8110 or
480-377-4050
Call Monday through Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm. Fee based on a sliding scale.

Where Can I Take the GED Test?

Arizona Department of Education
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