Program Description The College and Career Preparation Program at Edmonds College provides students, ages 16 and older, who do not have a secondary credential, with an opportunity to earn high school equivalency by preparing for and earning a GED® certificate in a college environment. Students also have the option and support to earn short term certificates that lead to living wage jobs and higher level education and degrees while completing their GED®. Spanish GED® preparation classes are also available.
Entry Requirements Students should meet with a GED® advisor. During the advising appointment, students receive an overview of the GED® program at EC, information about the GED® test and requirements, assessments in reading and math, and information about college and career opportunities at EC. Students must meet minimum reading requirements to enroll in GED® preparation classes.
When to apply? Students may begin GED® preparation classes fall, winter, spring, or summer quarters. Classes begin at the beginning of each quarter. Classes are offered at a variety of times and in different modalities (online and in-person).
Students are advised to:
- Meet with their GED® advisor prior to quarter start dates;
- Meet regularly with their GED® advisor for planning and support; and
- Utilize campus resources
Department website and phone: GED® Preparation | edmonds.edu/ged | 425.640.1593
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