GED/Basic Skills Development

What is the GED?

GED stands for General Educational Development. It is a battery of five tests administered nationally by the American Council on Education. The test includes:

• Reading
• Writing
• Math
• Science
• Social Studies

How long does it take to earn the GED?

We get this question frequently and the answer is, "It depends." It depends on a lot of factors, skill level, attendance, and motivation.

Please see additional GED related links:

• Adult Basic Skills
• MHCC Testing Services
• Official GED Testing Site