Current version of GED test to expire at end of year

GED testing center in Lincoln encourages adults to pass before test deadlines

[June 06, 2013]  The Logan, Mason and Menard Regional Office of Education reminds all current and future GED test-takers that the current version of the GED test will expire at the end of 2013. The final date for the full test will be Nov. 12. The current version, known as the 2002 Series GED test, will be replaced with the new 2014 GED test beginning on Jan. 2, 2014.

Those who have taken the 2002 Series GED test but have not passed all five parts have only until the end of 2013 to pass that test. In 2014, individuals will need to start over again with the new computer-based GED test in order to receive their high school equivalency credential.

"The GED test opens doors to college, better jobs, the respect adults deserve and the satisfaction of earning a high school credential," said Jean Anderson, regional superintendent of schools for Logan, Mason and Menard counties. "We want to be sure that everyone is aware of this deadline. GED test-takers must act now to finish and pass before the current test expires.

"Support is available, right here in all three of our counties," Anderson said. "Area community colleges offer free preparation classes, and GED provides a website that can help adult learners prepare to take the parts of the GED test they still need to pass. Please call our office at 217-732-8388 or 309-543-2192 for more information. We want you to succeed!"

Interested GED test-takers can also find more information at finishtheGED.com.

A few important tips you should know about GED testing for Logan, Mason and Menard counties before the end of 2013:

• The full GED test is currently given at the Lincoln ROE office on the second Tuesday of every month, except January.

• GED retest dates will be available each month starting in July.

• Seating is limited, so registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Test-takers must register in person in advance of the test date.

• The last testing date opportunity to take the full current version of the GED test is Nov. 12. The last testing date for retesters will be Dec. 13.

• Test-takers must provide proof of passing the Illinois and U.S. Constitution tests before registering for the GED test. Call for details.

• Test-takers must take the GED test -- whether on paper or computer -- in person at an official GED testing center. The GED test is never offered online.

"To anyone who has already started the GED test, your future is calling. By passing the GED test, you can answer that call," said Randy Trask, president and CEO of GED Testing Service. "You owe it to yourself. Don't miss the chance to turn one small step into your next big opportunity in life."

The GED test has opened doors to better jobs and college programs for more than 18 million graduates since 1942. Last year nearly 800,000 adults sat for the GED test, which is accepted by virtually all U.S. colleges and employers. As the creator of the official GED test, GED Testing Service has a responsibility to ensure that the program continues to be a reliable and valuable pathway to a better life for the millions of adults without a high school credential. Learn more at GEDtestingservice.com.

[Text from file received from Regional Office of Education 38]