Washington - Apply for GED Certificate

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Procedure

Step – 1 Testing center, Training

1. To Apply for GED Certificate, The applicant has to use the following link
2. The applicant has to enter the ZIP code to check the nearest center.
3. While not mandatory, it’s highly recommended to prepare for the GED test to improve your chances of success.
4. The applicant can find study materials, practice tests, and preparation courses online or at local adult education centers.
5. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
6. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
7. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
8. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
9. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
10. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
11. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
12. An acknowledgment receipt will be provided. Please save it for future reference.
13. Then the application will be processed further. All the updates on the application status will be sent via SMS to the applicant’s mobile number.
14. Once the process gets completed, the applicant gets a call from the office regarding the application.

Step – 2 Examination

1. To schedule the examination, the applicant has to use the following link
2. If the applicant is a new user, the applicant has to create an account by clicking the “Create an account”.
3. Enter the email ID and password and click the “Create account” button.
4. The applicant has to click the login using email ID and password and click the “Login” button.
5. Now the applicant needs to schedule a date and time and click the “Submit” button.
6. On the scheduled test day, arrive at the testing center on time and be prepared to complete the GED test.
7. The GED test consists of four subjects: Reasoning through Language Arts, Mathematical Reasoning, Science, and Social Studies. Each subject is assessed through multiple-choice questions, essays, and other question formats.

Step – 3 Transcript

1. After completing the GED test, you will receive your scores within a few days or weeks, depending on the state and testing center. The scores indicate your performance in each subject area.
2. If you achieve passing scores on all GED test subjects, you will be awarded a GED certificate or diploma, which is recognized as the equivalent of a high school diploma.
3. The certificate can be requested from the testing center or the state's GED office, depending on your location.
4. Also, the applicant can get the certificate from the following link
5. The applicant has to select the year from the options.
6. Now the applicant has to click the “LOG IN TO GED ACCOUNT”
7. Enter the email ID and password and click the “Login” button.
8. Check the transcript details and click the “Download” option.
9. This entire process can be completed within 3 – 4 weeks or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• ID proof (Birth Certificate, national Identity card, etc)
• Address proof – (Driving license, passbook, utility bill, etc)
• Fee receipt
• Qualification certificate
• Passport size photographs
• Any other documents (If required)

Office Locations & Contacts

General Education Development
Email - [email protected]
North and South America
Phone - 1-877-EXAM-GED (877-392-6433)
Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. CT;
closed on local holidays.
Preguntas en Español
Phone - 1-877-450-3276
Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. CT;
closed on local holidays.
Asia Pacific (APAC) Region
Phone - +85-2-3077-4923
Monday – Friday, GMT/UTC 20:00 - 12:29
Europe, Middle East Region
Phone - (toll) +44 (0) 161-855-7440
Monday– Friday, GMT/UTC 09:00 - 17:00
Africa Region
T: +27 (0) 11 083 8844 (Exam Booking Call Center)
T: +27 (0) 11 728 0212 (General Queries)
E: [email protected]
Monday– Friday, GMT/UTC 09:00 - 17:00
Contact link
Field Centre link

Eligibility

The eligibility requirements to apply for a GED certificate in the United States

• Age: You must be at least 16 years old.
• Education: You must not have graduated from high school.
• Residency: You must be a legal resident of the United States.

Fees

• The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.

Validity

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e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 3 – 4 weeks or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name
• Address
• Age
• Date of Birth
• Contact number
• ZIP code
• City
• Email
• Qualification details
• Examination result
• Fax
• Date
• Work experience
• Signature

Need for the Document

• In the United States, a GED certificate refers to the General Educational Development credential. It is an alternative to a traditional high school diploma and is awarded to individuals who have successfully passed the GED test.
• The GED test assesses an individual's knowledge and skills in four subject areas: Reasoning through Language Arts, Mathematical Reasoning, Science, and Social Studies.

Information which might help

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Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

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Others

• The GED certificate is widely recognized as an equivalent to a high school diploma and is accepted by employers, colleges, and other institutions as proof of high school equivalency.
• It provides individuals who did not complete a traditional high school education with the opportunity to demonstrate their academic proficiency and enhance their educational and career prospects.