White Salmon and Bingen, Washington GED Information

Welcome

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If you live in the White Salmon or Bingen area of Washington State, are 19 years of age or older, and you do not have a high school diploma, the information on this web site will help you get a GED (general education development) credential. Do you know that:

The GED (general education development) credential is accepted by 98% of colleges and universities that require a high school diploma for entrance.

96% of companies accept applicants with a GED credential for jobs requiring a high school diploma.

A high school diploma or a GED is needed for military entrance

For more general information about the GED click here.

For the names of the two official testing centers in the White Salmon and Bingen areas click here.

For information on resources, such as childcare, scholarships, test preparation, transportation, and online resources, click here.

For additional frequently asked questions, click here.

General Information

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What Is a GED Test?

The General Education Development test (GED test) covers five subject areas, and the questions in each area cover general knowledge and thinking skills. The GED exam is designed to determine the test-taker's level of skill and knowledge, whether gained in a classroom or through life's experiences.

Why Should I Get My GED?

The GED is deal for those who have not completed formal high school but hope to advance in either their careers or pursue higher education. The exam opens a world of career and education opportunities. A GED or high school diploma is needed for military entrance as well as for many jobs. A GED is also valuable for personal enrichment.

Test Details:

The GED test is a series of 5 tests:

1. Language Arts, Reading 65 minutes
2. Language Arts, Writing 120 minutes
3. Mathematics 90 minutes
4. Science 80 minutes
5. Social Sciences 70 minutes

Each test can be taken and passed individually.

Re-Test Policy:

You must average at least 450 points for all five tests. If you score less than 410 on any test in the five-test battery, you will need to retake it. There is a limit of three retakes per test, per year. Retake fees can vary by location.

Results:

Test results are confidential and given to you in person, or will be mailed to you upon request. After you successfully complete the testing series, an official score report will be available. It takes about 10 days for actual GED certificate to come from the state office.

You must pass each section with a minimum of 60%.

Results Time Limit:

Scores from before January 1, 2002, are no longer accepted for the GED series. People who did not successfully complete the entire battery of tests before that date will need to start over in the new series and pay the $75 testing fee.

Eligibility:

You must be 16 years or older and without a high school diploma or GED.

Preparation:

Local GED instruction and pre-tests are available in White Salmon, Stevenson, and Goldendale. The GED tests are currently only offered in a paper pencil format at Official GED testing centers; they can not be taken online.

Identification:

ALL testers must provide photo identification at EVERY test. Photo identification must be state issued ID or drivers license, passport, or tribal ID.

Accommodations:

If you will need special accommodations in order to take any/all of the GED exams, this must be arranged prior to the testing date. Please contact the Chief Examiner at your location if you have questions.

First Time Testers:

Do the following before your first GED test.

1. If you are between the ages of 16 and 19 you will need one of the following two waivers:

A completed and signed Request for Approval to test for a Cetificate of Educational Competence from the school district in which you live.
A notarized statement from a parent concerning your home schooling and requesting that you be allowed to take the GED tests.

2. Call the GED Examiner to set up a meeting for registration. Full registration must be completed prior to exam day.

3. Bring to your registration meeting ALL of the following:

Photo Identification - State issued ID or drivers license, passport, or tribal ID.
Your completed waiver, if required. (See #1 above)
Non - refundable, $75 payments for the GED battery of five tests. This can be either a program payment voucher, money order, or personal check made payable to the Employment Security Department. Cash will not be accepted.

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GED Testing Centers

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While you can prepare and study for your exam online, the actual GED tests can be taken only in person at official GED testing centers.

There are two testing centers in the White Salmon and Bingen areas. Both of these centers provide GED prep services in addition to administering the GED tests.

WorkSource Columbia Gorge - get more info
White Salmon GED Testing Center
107 West Jewett Blvd
White Salmon, WA 98672
(509) 493-5018 or (800) 511-7388
http://www.cw1stop.org/gorge.htm

Washington State University - get more info
Learning Center Klickitat County
112 E Main Street
Goldendale WA 98620
(509) 773-5620
http://learningcenters.wsu.edu/klickitat/

Worksource GED Testing Center

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ADDRESS
WorkSource Columbia Gorge
White Salmon GED Testing Center
107 West Jewett Blvd
White Salmon, WA 98672

http://www.cw1stop.org/gorge.htm

TELEPHONE
(509) 493-5018 or (800) 511-7388

MAP

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TESTING DAYS
The first and third Thursdays of each month.

TESTING TIMES
- First Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to Noon
- Third Thursday: 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
(Door closes at 8:30 & 1:00 sharp. NO LATE ADMITTANCE!)

REGISTRATION
Examinees should contact the testing center prior to testing date to sign up and get registered – (509) 493-5018.

COST
The fee for the entire GED test is $75.

ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION
Mt. Adams Transportation Service
MATS is a public service designed to enable Klickitat County residents who lack transportation resources to meet their basic needs. Senior citizens can use this service for free, while others will be charged a fare.

To request a ride in White Salmon, call:
493-4662 or 1-800-493-7606
To request a ride in Goldendale, call:
773-3060 or 1-800-774-1699

You can reach your Transportation Coordinators at the above numbers between 8:30am – 4:30pm, Monday through Friday. To schedule a ride, you must call no later than 11:00 am on the business day before your trip. Be prepared to give the transportation coordinator the following:

Your name, address & phone number
Your date of birth
The date & time of your appointment
The address of your destination

Childcare referral website for other resources: http://www.childcarenet.org/partners/data/2007-county-reports/07-klickitat.pdf/view

For help finding a licensed child care provider call the Child Care Resource and Referral Agency at 1-800-446-1114

Scholarships

The prep classes taught through the community colleges offer scholarships to low income participants.

If you are in a DSHS low income or foster care program, contact DSHS to see if DSHS will pay your GED testing fees.

If you are in transitional housing or Work First, contact your program liasion to see if the program will pay your GED testing fees.

Test Preparation
You can take a preparation class at your local community college or testing center. Sometimes adult learning centers offer it FOR FREE! Or you can study independently at your local library and/or online for GED testing materials. No matter how you practice, it’s important to be prepared prior to taking the test.

The Goldendale Library has an Adult Literacy Program with volunteers: http://www.fvrl.org/aboutus/goldendale_main.htm

YVCC Adult Basic Education for GED preparation and pre-testing: http://www.yvcc.edu/programs/AdultEDctrs/default.asp

The White Salmon Community Library has some books on their shelves to help you prepare taking the GED test: (509) 493-1132 or Toll Free: (888) 546-2707.

Transportation

Transportation in the Mid Columbia River Gorge Area

Mount Adams Transportation Service

Links to online GED resources:

http://www.sbctc.ctc.edu

http://www.gedpractice.com

http:/www.acenet.edu

http:/www.4test.com

www.gedonline.org

www.gedpractice.org

www.testprepreview.com

Where to Find More Information:

To find your local testing center: www.GEDtest.org/locator

To contact your state’s GED Administrator or testing program: www.GEDtest.org/administrators

GED Testing Service web site: www.GEDtest.org

GED Testing Service 1.800 Number: 1.800/939.9490

Information on the new 2012 Series GED Tests: www.GEDtest.org/2012

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FAQ

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Question - I don't live in the White Salmon/Bingen area. Where are other GED testing facilities?

There are more than 2800 different locations throughout the world that you can take the GED tests. Local testing centers in the United States and Canada can be located by calling our toll-free hotline at (800) 626-9433 (800-62-MY GED), or by calling your GED contact person located HERE

GED test center information is also available HERE

Question : Can I obtain my GED online?

The General Education Development Testing Service (GEDTS) warns that real GED credentials cannot be earned through correspondence courses on the internet. GEDTS has received complaints from students who paid high fees to take fake GED tests and who had not earned the credential accepted by hiring personnel, college admissions officers, and military enlistment personnel. WHILE YOU CAN PREPARE AND STUDY FOR YOUR ONLINE EXAM ONLINE, THE ACTUAL GED TESTS CAN BE TAKEN ONLY IN PERSON AT OFFICIAL GED TESTING CENTERS.

Question: How Can I Prepare to Take the GED?

You can take a preparation class at your local community college or testing center. Sometimes adult learning centers offer it FOR FREE! Or you can study independently at your local library and/or online for GED testing materials. No matter how you practice, it’s important to be prepared prior to taking the test.

The Goldendale Library has an Adult Literacy Program with volunteers: http://www.fvrl.org/aboutus/goldendale_main.htm

YVCC Adult Basic Education for GED preparation and pre-testing: http://www.yvcc.edu/programs/AdultEDctrs/default.asp

The White Salmon Community Library has some books on their shelves to help you prepare taking the GED test: (509) 493-1132 or Toll Free: (888) 546-2707.

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