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People leave school for a variety of reasons. Rarely, however, can they defend that reason as the years go by.
Without a high school diploma, many doors are closed. Employers aren't interested in hiring non-graduates and even if they do, an entry-level position (with its related low pay) is as much as the "drop-out" can ever expect.
And while few people mention it, not having a high school diploma can often be a "deal-breaker" in a budding relationship. Few people are looking for a mate who possesses little earning power, little interest in finishing his or her education, and who, ultimately, will provide a poor educational example to the children.
When individuals decide to begin pursuing the GED (trademarked) Credential, it is a boost to their self-esteem and they know that they are on the road to a better future.
Without a high school diploma, many doors are closed. Employers aren't interested in hiring non-graduates and even if they do, an entry-level position (with its related low pay) is as much as the "drop-out" can ever expect.
And while few people mention it, not having a high school diploma can often be a "deal-breaker" in a budding relationship. Few people are looking for a mate who possesses little earning power, little interest in finishing his or her education, and who, ultimately, will provide a poor educational example to the children.
When individuals decide to begin pursuing the GED (trademarked) Credential, it is a boost to their self-esteem and they know that they are on the road to a better future.
3 things you should know about Obtaining a GED Credential
1. Earning the GED diploma is NOT EASY!
Anybody who says anything different is either uninformed or just plain ignorant! (And you can tell them that I said so!) Forty percent of high school graduates can NOT pass the GED! That means that if 400 students were in your local high school graduation, 160 of those students could not pass the GED exam.
2. The GED Diploma is the REAL DEAL!
The American Council on Education, develops, delivers and authenticates the GED Test in order for it to be a valid credential.The GED test was developed in 1942 (specifically to accommodate soldiers) during World War II and five years later it was first introduced to the general population. By 1974 it was available throughout the US. Today it is widely accepted at colleges and workplaces as being equal to or exceeding the high school diploma.
Getting a diploma online is NOT the same as taking the GED exam and the credential you receive is NOT as valid.
3. The GED Test is available in all 50 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, U.S. territories, Canada and internationally.
In addition to English-Language, it is also available in Canadian English-Language, Spanish-Language and French-Language.
Anybody who says anything different is either uninformed or just plain ignorant! (And you can tell them that I said so!) Forty percent of high school graduates can NOT pass the GED! That means that if 400 students were in your local high school graduation, 160 of those students could not pass the GED exam.
2. The GED Diploma is the REAL DEAL!
The American Council on Education, develops, delivers and authenticates the GED Test in order for it to be a valid credential.The GED test was developed in 1942 (specifically to accommodate soldiers) during World War II and five years later it was first introduced to the general population. By 1974 it was available throughout the US. Today it is widely accepted at colleges and workplaces as being equal to or exceeding the high school diploma.
Getting a diploma online is NOT the same as taking the GED exam and the credential you receive is NOT as valid.
3. The GED Test is available in all 50 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, U.S. territories, Canada and internationally.
In addition to English-Language, it is also available in Canadian English-Language, Spanish-Language and French-Language.
Recent blog posts about Obtaining a GED Credential
Sometimes we need a little inspiration.
Perhaps reading about other people's positive experiences with acquiring the GED diploma will help you to get motivated to start pursuing yours today!
While bloggers may also testify to the difficulty of the test, reading about others' successes as related to acquiring the GED might be the kick in the butt that you need. And if someone says that it was tough, SO BE IT! If it was easy, it wouldn't be worth the paper it was printed on!
You can't order it, purchase it or send for it. You have to WORK for it!
That is why, when you are finished, you can say... " I just EARNED my GED diploma!"
Perhaps reading about other people's positive experiences with acquiring the GED diploma will help you to get motivated to start pursuing yours today!
While bloggers may also testify to the difficulty of the test, reading about others' successes as related to acquiring the GED might be the kick in the butt that you need. And if someone says that it was tough, SO BE IT! If it was easy, it wouldn't be worth the paper it was printed on!
You can't order it, purchase it or send for it. You have to WORK for it!
That is why, when you are finished, you can say... " I just EARNED my GED diploma!"
- Lives start new paths after GED
- Fourteen students in a foster youth Great Expectations program earned credentials and 58 students in Danville Community College's Middle College program earned GEDs. The graduates celebrated in a ceremony Thursday. Credit: Tara Bozick Erica Hughes hugs ...
- LSC-Tomball to host 3rd Annual GED graduation
- Lone Star College System-Tomball celebrated the first GED Graduation Ceremony in 2010 with 472 candidates for GED graduation. In 2011, there were over 500 candidates eligible to receive their GED credentials at LSC-Tomball.
- Vermont moving to computerized GED testing
- MONTPELIER (AP) - Vermonters wishing to get their high school diploma credential by passing the battery of GED tests now will have the option of taking the tests on computer. Online registration and scheduling for computerized GED testing will begin ...
- GED hopefuls urged to take exam in 2013
- By JOHN I. CARNEY ~ jcarney@tg.com Have you thought about getting a GED? Perhaps you've started the process in the past, and passed some of the five sections of the test, and you keep meaning to go back and finish the rest. Now would be a good time, ...
Sound off!
There is no better "alternative" high school diploma available to students! It has been around for decades and as a trademarked and proven credential, the general public understands its value. While only 25% of high school students couldn't pass the test when it was first used, today, 40% of high school graduates are unable to pass this test. This speaks volumes to the validity of the exam and those who earn their diplomas today can be rightly proud.
One would be hard-pressed to find a post-secondary educational institution or training program which would not accept a candidate because he or she had a GED diploma instead of a traditional high school diploma.
How valuable is the GED Credential?
It is a worthless piece of paper.
It opens doors to a better future.
MissEdie says:
A GED Diploma is universally accepted at colleges and universities as well as by employers. They recognize its value and show that by enrolling or hiring individuals who have EARNED it!
Items of interest on Amazon
Here are a few recommendations to help you study for the GED test. Steck Vaughn, the publisher, has the contract with the GED Testing Service for publishing the actual exam booklets, so who better to develop books with valuable materials to help you study for the test?
There are additional books for lower level readers called Pre-GED, as well as a GED Essay book and preparatory books in Spanish.
There are additional books for lower level readers called Pre-GED, as well as a GED Essay book and preparatory books in Spanish.
Want to know more about the GED Credential and how to study for it?
Start exploring today.
- The OFFICIAL GED Testing site
- This is the OFFICIAL site... accept no substitutes. You got questions? They've got answers!
- The warning about online testing
- Here is the GED Testing folks' take on all those programs that advertise online GED testing. Be smart and be warned!
- Unauthorized GED Credentials
- Here are the facts about the fake diplomas being offered throughout the Internet. Don't be fooled into thinking you are getting the "real thing!"
- Your link to get started...
- When you decide to begin your studies, this should be your first stop! Here you will find information about how to find a local center and also information about how testing is handled in your state.
- Some of MY favorites to help you study
- While this is designed for my students in West Virginia, it is a link to many of my favorite web sites where you can study for your GED. Look around and try different ones until you find something that you like and that works for you. There are links for Reading, Math, Writing, Social Studies, and Science. Best of luck... and please let me know if you find dead links.
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