GED® test preparation

Online Adult Ed / GED® classes

Student working at a computerPCC’s Adult Ed / GED® online classes allow you to individually prepare for the GED® exam through PCC’s online learning platform, D2L Brightspace.

Class content is available 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, so you can access the material when it works for your schedule. There are no synchronous/scheduled class meetings. Your instructor will be available each week to answer questions and offer support.

The program is divided into 4 online classes covering all four test subject areas and college prep. Start with one or two classes per term. We recommend you start with ABE 0791 Advanced Integrated Reading and Writing and/or ABE 0787 Foundations of Math 2.

  • ABE 0791 Advanced Integrated Reading and Writing: The GED® Reasoning Through Language Arts Test and reading strategies you can apply to all 4 GED® tests
  • ABE 0787 Foundations of Math 2: The GED® Mathematical Reasoning Test and understanding graphs and tables
  • ABE 0792 Social Studies for the GED® and College Prep: The GED® Social Studies Test, for students who want to study social studies in more depth
  • ABE 0793 Science for the GED® and College Prep: The GED® Science Test, for students who want to study science in more depth

Additional resources

In addition to Adult Ed / GED® classes, you can also access:

  • Free GED® Ready practice tests
  • Free GED® official tests
  • GED® FLASH
  • A PCC GED tuition scholarship to continue your studies at PCC.

Your instructor will provide more information about eligibility for these resources when you start class.

Eligibility for online classes

  • Basic computer and Internet skills.
  • Regular access to a computer and the Internet.
  • Flexibility, discipline, and good time management skills.
  • Class fees are $78.80 per class for the 2020-2021 academic year. You may take both classes simultaneously.
  • Classes are open to anyone 16 and older.
  • If you are 16 or 17, you have to get an official release from your high school. Submit it to the college’s admission office before registering for classes.

Steps to enroll

1. Apply to PCC

Complete the admissions form.

  • Fall 2023: the admissions deadline for fall term has passed
  • Winter 2024 or later: apply now angle right
2. Complete CASAS testing

As part of preparing for your classes, please complete CASAS testing. This is a program requirement for GED-seeking students. It helps us assess your reading and math abilities for program placement and evaluate your progress through the program. Testing can be done in person on campus or remotely. Please be aware that remote testing can be booked out 2–4 weeks.

Please take both Reading and Math assessments. Each test takes about 60-90 minutes.

3. Attend a GED® student orientation and registration session

Attend a virtual GED® student orientation and registration session. During Adult Ed orientation, you will learn more about the Adult Ed / GED® program, PCC resources, and fee waivers. You’ll also meet Adult Ed Navigators who can help you plan your course schedule.

4. Complete the Start Guide for Online Learning

Complete the Start Guide for Online Learning. It’s filled with useful information that will help you succeed in the online environment. You’ll learn if you are prepared to take an online class, and if you have the necessary skills and resources to succeed.

Contacts

Contact instructors for books and class advising:

You can also contact the Adult Ed Navigator at the campus of your choice:

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