GED/High School Equivalency Information

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Thank you for your interest in the Centre for Distance Education and congratulations on taking steps to advance your future. 

In order to qualify for enrollment in any CD-ED programs, all applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Many provinces offer GED training to support you on your path to better career prospects.

See below for GED/High School Equivalency information in your area.

For further questions about eligibility, please call 1-877-694-1540 to speak with a knowledgeable CD-ED Admissions Advisor.

General Educational Development (GED) Info & Resources

General Educational Development, or GED, is a secondary school equivalency test that certifies high-school level education and academic skills. It is a series of five tests covering five different subject areas. The test must be taken in person at a designated GED testing centre, and once the test is successfully completed, the learner earns a High School Equivalency Certificate.

Get GED information for your province or territory:

• Alberta
• British Columbia
• Manitoba
• New Brunswick
• Newfoundland
• Northwest Territories
• Nova Scotia
• Nunavut
• Ontario
• Prince Edward Island
• Quebec: Contact your local school board
• Saskatchewan
• Yukon

 Congrats again on taking action for your future. If you further questions about CD-ED requirements, Distance Education or anything else, please call 1-877-694-1540.

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