GED® Testing

The GED® test is a four-subject high school equivalency test that measures skills required by high schools and requested by colleges and employers.

The GED® exam contains five separate tests:

  • Reasoning through Language Arts (Reading & Writing)
  • Social Studies
  • Science
  • Mathematical Reasoning

In-Person Testing

How to Register for the GED® Test

Step 1: Register Online for the GED® Test
Visit MY GED or Pearson VUE to register for the GED® test. If you have questions, please contact our Testing Administrator.

Step 2: Select Your Testing Date
Choose a date and time that works best for you through the online registration platform.

Step 3: Payment
Payment can be made via debit or credit card.

  • $46 per test
  • $184 for all four tests
    (Note: Fees for Pearson VUE tests may vary.)

Step 4: Attend Your Test
Georgia Piedmont Technical College is an official GED® testing site, offering in-person testing at two convenient locations. For directions and more details, visit our Locations page.

Testing is available at the following locations:

DeKalb Campus (Clarkston) Testing Hours:

  • GED Testing:
    • Mondays: 9 AM - 4 PM
    • Tuesdays: 9 AM - 4 PM
    • Thursdays: 9 AM - 6 PM
    • Saturdays: 9 AM - 2 PM

Newton Campus (Covington) Testing Hours:

  • GED Testing:
    • Wednesdays: 9 AM - 3:30 PM

For directions, visit our Locations page.


Online Testing

You can also take the GED® test online, available 24/7. To take the test from home, visit the Online GED Test website.

Requirements:

  • A computer with a webcam and a reliable internet connection.
  • Tablets and phones are not allowed.

For more details, check the In-Person vs. Online GED® Comparison Chart.


Transcripts

Georgia GED/HiSET test-takers may request official GED transcript(s) and/or duplicate diploma(s) online at https://navigator.tcsg.edu/navigator/CSM/RequestOnline. Complete all required fields on the request form. Please allow one (1) to five (5) business days for processing (does not include mailed delivery time).