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CAC’s GED or HSE (High School Equivalency) classes are designed to help students prepare to take the 5 GED or High School Equivalency tests.

Students must be at least 16 years old and not enrolled in school to register for class, and to take the GED test.

What do they look like?

Online classes available in two methods:

Live (synchronous) – where students and the teacher all join a virtual classroom at the same time

Not-live (asynchronous) classes – where you schedule appointments to work with the teacher or visit their office hours.

Classes are divided into two skill bases

Math: teaches everything you need to know about passing the GED Math test and prepares students for college level course work.

Reading: teaches everything you need to know about the Social Studies, Science, and Language Arts GED test and prepares students for college level reading and writing.

When can I take class?

You can see our schedule under the “Class Schedule and Locations” tab.

How much does the class cost?

All classes are free!

*Questions? Email us at Adult.Education@centralaz.edu or call the office at 520-494-5950.

How do I register?

**The student MUST BE PRESENT during the registration appointment**

• To register online, make a GED registration appointment here.

• You must send in your ID before your appointment. (NOTE: If you do not send in your ID, we will cancel the appointment)

• If there are no online appointments available and you can’t register in person, please call us at (520) 494-5950.

You can register in person at any campus listed below:

Where	Days	Time
Maricopa Campus; B-118	Tuesday/Wednesday	3:00pm to 5:00pm
Maricopa Campus; B-118	Thursday	9:00am to 12:00pm and 3:00pm to 5:00pm
San Tan Campus	Monday	1:00pm to 5:00pm
	Tuesday	9:00am to 5:00pm
	Wednesday	9:00am to 2:00pm
Signal Peak Campus; N-118	Monday/Thursday	4:00pm to 5:30pm
Signal Peak Campus; N-118	Wednesday	8:30am to 10:00am and 3:00pm to 5:00pm
Superstition Mountain Campus	Monday – Thursday	9:00am to 5:00pm

How much does the class cost?

All classes are currently free!

*Questions? Email us at Adult.Education@centralaz.edu

Class Schedules and Locations

GED Test

The GED Test

The website GED.com provides more information about the content of the test and enables students to set up a MyGED account. A MyGED account is required to take the GED test. The MyGED account will allow you to schedule the test and pay for it. There are five subjects tested: Reasoning through Language Arts, Mathematical Reasoning, Science, Social Studies, and Civics. The test currently costs $149 or $35 for RLA, SS, SCI, MAT. The Civics test is $9.

GED testing is available at Signal Peak, Superstition Mountain, and Aravaipa Campuses. For more information, click here.

Scholarship Opportunity for GED Students!

CAC’s GED 1-Semester Scholarship

Target: Students who pass the GED examination taken through the Central Arizona College GED Testing program
Enrollment Requirements: Must enroll in a minimum of 1 credit hour with a maximum of 12 credit hours in the semester immediately following notification from CAC of scholarship eligibility.
Renewal Requirements: This scholarship is non-renewable.
Value: The amount equivalent to in-state tuition up to 12 credit hours.

Target: Students who complete 12 or more attendance hours in a CAC HSE class, and who pass all 5 GED tests (either at a CAC location or remotely).

Pre Testing - TABE

Why TABE test?
The Test for Adult Basic Education (TABE) test is an assessment for students in GED preparation classes to identify what areas a student should focus on in their studies to be able to pass the GED tests. Student will take the TABE test during the first week of class. Instructors will review the results with the student to create an education plan. To review progress and assess readiness, students will be invited to progress test after 40 hours of instruction have been completed. Based on results, students and instructors can adjust the education plan and keep moving toward passing the GED tests.

SUBJECTS:

READING
TABE subtest focuses on vocabulary and reading comprehension.

MATH
TABE subtest focuses on basic math, fractions, percentages and the decimal system.

*TABE (INFORMATION FROM DRC INSIGHT)

Other ways to earn a GED

Options:

1.) The College Credit Pathway is an option for adults seeking to obtain their High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma in Arizona. Effective July 1, 2018, adults can earn their HSE Diploma by demonstrating completion of 25 specific college credits along with passing the AZ Civics Test.

25 Required College Credits*
Course Areas	Credits
English Arts	6
Mathematics	6
Science	4
Social Sciences	3
Computer	3
College/Career Exploration	3
Arizona Civics Test	Pass

2.) HSE PLUS Career Readiness Pathway is an option for individuals enrolled in WIOA Title II Adult Education. Eligible individuals must be actively enrolled in a Title II program.

Academic Readiness	Career Readiness
•High School credits •College credits •2014 GED tests passed •WIOA Title II Adult Ed. classes	•College credits •IET/IBEST Programs •CTE credits •Career Readiness Credential •Employment or internship •Industry Recognized Credentials
Academic Requirements	Career Requirements
•English Language Arts (4 pts) •Mathematics (4 pts) •Science (3 pts) •Social Studies (3 pts)	Individuals must earn 8 points by using a combination of the different eligible sources in this area.

For more information, please visit www.cms.azed.gov.

Career Programs

Opportunities For You!

Prepare for the GED exams and at the same time work towards earning a certificate that will help you in career readiness and advancement.

Our Integrated Education and Training (IET) program is offering classes for FREE! www.bit.ly/careertrainingform

Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certificate

Learn about Microsoft Word for FREE!

Practice:

Formatting documents
Creating, saving, and sharing documents
Improving typing and e-mail skills

Become a more competitive applicant! Get promoted!

*Eligible students must not have a high school diploma/GED. Some exceptions may apply. Call for more information (520) 494-5950.*

Where? Classes are in an online virtual classroom. (attend from home or any CAC learning center)

When? Spring start dates coming soon!

National Retail Federation (NRF) Certificate

Earn a nationally recognized certificate in Retail Industry Fundamentals for FREE!

Learn about:

Retail career paths
Retail operations and supply chains
Customer services and sales
Job readiness

Get a job, and get promoted in retail and beyond!

*Eligible students must not have a high school diploma/GED. Some exceptions may apply. Call for more information (520) 494-5950.*

Where? Classes are in an online virtual classroom. (attend from home or any CAC learning center)

When? Spring start dates coming soon!

GED

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When can I take class?

How much does the class cost?

How do I register?

How much does the class cost?

GED Class Schedule

Options:

Opportunities For You!

Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certificate

National Retail Federation (NRF) Certificate

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