Who can take the GED Test?
Applicants can take the GED test if they are: 19 years old or older Not enrolled in or graduated from a high school Resident of Minnesota Pre-registered Finished filling out the paperwork at their local Adult Basic Ed. Center at least 3 days prior to the first test or at 8:30 a.m. at the GED Test Center the day of the first test.
What do you need to bring with you?
Bring the following: Government issued photo ID (ex. MN driver’s license). If your ID is not from MN, bring proof of MN residency. The Testing Fee: $60.00 for the battery of 5 tests. All checks must be made payable to Minnesota West. If paying with cash, please bring the exact amount.
How can I get an Age Waiver?
Applicants 16-18 years old may be administered the GED tests provided they have an approved age waiver signed by Jim Cowell, State GED Administrator, which states that they have met one of the following criteria: A. They have been out of formal classroom situation for at least one year. B. Their high school class which they were a member of has graduated. C. An Adult Basic Ed. Agency has indicated that the applicant has attained a standard score of 500 on at least three of the GED tests. Age waiver forms are available at your local Adult Basic Ed. Center or from the GED Test Center.
Approval or disapproval of the application for age waiver will be returned to the originating agency in approximately seven days. What is the GED Testing Program?
A Minnesota GED graduate can earn a State of Minnesota General Educational Development (GED) Diploma. The diploma is recognized as a key to new employment opportunities, career advancement, post-secondary education, personal satisfaction and financial rewards. The diploma is issued by the GED Testing Administrator, Department of Children, Families, and Learning, 1500 Highway 36 West, Roseville MN 55113-4266 phone 651-582-8445. How should I prepare for the GED Tests? GED refresher courses are offered to adults who need assistance in the basic skills of writing, reading, science, social studies, and math. Practice tests are also available. For more information about when and where classes are being held, check for class schedules. What are the GED Tests like? The GED Test consists of five individual tests: Language Arts Writing, Social Studies, Science, Language Arts Reading, and Math. The questions in each test require you to use general knowledge and thinking skills. A few questions ask about facts, details, or definitions. The questions range in difficulty from easy to hard, and cover a wide range of subjects. What are the five tests?
Test 1 Language Arts, Writing (50 questions, 75 minutes) Part 1 30% Sentence Structure
20% Usage 25% Mechanics (Capitalization, Punctuation) 15% Organization Part 2 (2 page essay, 45 minutes) Test 2 Social Studies (50 questions, 70 minutes) 25% National History 15% World History 15% Geography 25% Civics and Government 20% Economics Test 3 Science (50 questions, 80 minutes) 20% Earth and Space Science 45% Life Science (Biology & Health) 15% Physical Science (Chemistry & Physics) Test 4 Language Arts, Reading (40 questions, 65 minutes) 75% Literary 25% Nonfiction Test 5 Mathematics (50 questions, 70 minutes) Part 1 - Use the provided calculator (25 questions, 45 min) Part 2 - No calculator allowed (25 questions, 45 min) 25% Number, Number Sense, & Operations 25% Data, Statistics, & Probability 25% Geometry & Measurement 25% Algebra, Functions, & Patterns Total Test Time 7 hours and 5 minutes Special Testing Accommodations Who can receive special testing? Any physical or mental disability that prevents you from being fairly tested under standard conditions may lead to a modification of standard testing conditions. What kind of accommodations are allowed? Special editions of the GED Tests for people who are visually impaired are available in Braille, audiocassette, and large print formats. In addition to special editions of the test, some people simply require additional time; others might need special adaptive devices or someone to record their answer for them. If you have special requirements, discuss your needs with the GED Test Examiner who can arrange for special testing. The GED Tests are not yet available on computer. What documentation do I need? Not all adults with disabilities require or are entitled to special testing. If your disability interferes with your ability to be tested fairly under standard conditions, you will need written documentation for a doctor or other professional. How do I start the process? Special testing must be approved by the State GED Testing Service. A special form must be obtained from the GED Test Examiner at Minnesota West Community and Technical College and must be approved by the GED Testing Administrator, Department of Children, Families and Learning. What scores are needed to pass the tests? A total of 2250 points and a score of 410 or more per subtest are the 2 requirements to receive the State of Minnesota General Educational Development (GED) Diploma. How can I retest? Retesting on one or more test is allowed two times in a calendar year. The retest is given on another test form and the cost is $5.00 per test. Additional preparation may be required before retesting . | 
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