For those persons who did not complete a high school education and do not have a diploma, the GED Preparation program provides the opportunity to refresh forgotten academic skills or learn the educational skills and knowledge needed to complete the GED examination.
GED
preparation teaches the math,
language, writing, social studies
and science skills required
for the GED. Methods
include direct class instruction,
individual tutoring and computer-aided
learning.
The
University covers the costs of
course fees, materials and test
registration fees (for a maximum
of two attempts to pass).
Class
Arrangements
FAQs
Is
the GED as good or as acceptable
as a high school diploma?
The
GED is accepted by employers,
universities, technical and
other post-secondary institutions
or certification programs in
general. (Regardless
of the type of diploma you have,
all of those post-secondary
programs have their own entrance
test requirements.)
How
long does it take to prepare for
the GED?
It
depends on the individual. It
depends on where your starting
skills are and how long it takes
to refresh or learn the GED skills
that you need.
What
is covered on the GED test?
The
GED has five parts: Reading/Literature,
Writing/Essay, Math, Social Studies
and Science.
What
happens if I don’t
pass the exam? How
many times can I take it?
An
instructor will help you evaluate
the areas you need to concentrate
on so you can resume or repeat
your studies. You
may take one exam per semester
and the University will pay for
up to two exams.
What
if I don’t
learn enough in one semester to
pass the exam? Can
I take classes more than one time?
Depending
on your learning needs, progress,
and the department’s
business needs, you may be able
to attend more than one semester. GED
instructors will assist in determining
what will help you be successful
in passing the test. The
maximum number of semesters is
four (4); two (2) Fall and two
(2) Spring sessions.
Can
I attend if classes are scheduled
during my normal work hours?
Most
departments are able to release
employees to attend classes.
What
if my supervisor tells me I am
needed on my job during class
time?
Business
needs may need to come first. Efforts
will be made to allow you to go
to class. Be
sure to let your instructor know
that you are unable to attend
due to work requirements.
Do
I get paid while I’m
in class?
A
full-time employee will be paid
for ½ of
the scheduled class time attended
at the “straight” pay
rate. The
normal work schedule may be modified
to ensure that a combination of
the actual work time and the class
time attended/paid does not exceed
40 hours per week.
Do
I have to attend every class?
You
are expected to attend all classes
in a semester. If
you are unable to attend, you
need to contact your instructor
and let your supervisor know.
What
if I have to stop coming to class
due to personal reasons?
You
need to tell the GED instructor
and your supervisor as soon as
you know that you can no longer
attend. The
GED instructor will inform the
person who coordinates the program
for Notre Dame.
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