GED TESTING

GED TESTING CENTERS are located in both Alamosa and Trinidad. Although we highly recommend that students attend an instructional program before taking the GED test, it is NOT a requirement. It is recommended, however, that you contact the Testing Center at least a week before you want to test. If enrolled in one of the Programs, this will be taken care of by the Staff.

Trinidad GED Testing
Alamosa GED Testing
Common Questions

Trinidad GED Testing Center

Room 410, Mullen Building
TSJC Campus
Questions: Contact Patti Nelson at 719 846-5724 or Meri Ralston at 719 846-5655

Testing Day Schedule:

Morning Block (8:45 a.m. - noon) – Reading, Science and Social Studies

Afternoon Block (12:30 p.m. – 4:00 pm) – Math and Writing

Trinidad's Spring 2011 Schedule (all Saturday testing)

July 23
August 13
August 27
September 17

Individual Test Times are available by appointment Monday-Friday at 4:30. Students may call Patti Nelson (5724) to set up an appointment

Alamosa GED Testing Center

Rooms 212
1011 Main Street
Valley Campus
Questions: Contact Kicheal at 719 589-7060

Testing Day Schedule:

8:00 a.m. – Registration of new examinees

Alamosa's 2012 Schedule (all Saturday testing)

January 14
February 4
March 3
April 7
May 5
June 2
July 7
August 4
September 1
October 6
November 3
December 1

COMMON QUESTIONS

Q.     Where are the tests given?
A.     Trinidad - Tests are given regularly in the Mullen Building (Room 410) on the TSJC Campus. Although the tests are regularly scheduled two Saturdays per month, other test days are always available for scheduling on an individual basis. Contact Patti at 846-5724 for more information.
Alamosa - GED tests are usually given on the first Saturday of each month, unless it falls on a Holiday. Tests are given at the Valley Campus Rooms 236 and 238. Call Kicheal for more information.

Q.     How old do I have to be to take the test?
A.     You must be 17 years of age or older. Sixteen year olds can take the test ONLY if they have applied for, and received and age Waiver). Contact the GED Test Administrator for more information.

Q.     What do I need to do to take the test?
A.     You must fill out a demographic form prior to taking the first test. In Trinidad, this is done prior to the testing date and in Alamosa, the demo/ pre-registration needs to be done prior to testing. In addition, you will be required to complete a Verification of Eligibility and a Release of Information form, as needed. Contact the testing administrators, for more information.

Q.     What should I bring with me to the testing site on test day?
A.      Trinidad – receipt of payment, photo ID with a Colorado address
Alamosa – photo ID with a Colorado address

Q.     What kind of fees are there?
A.     Trinidad – Fees must be paid at the TSJC Business Office located in the Berg Building. Call 846-5547 for business office hours.
     Complete Battery (all five tests) - $150
     Individual Tests - $30/test
     Retakes - $30/test
Alamosa – Fees can be paid on the day of testing.
     Complete Battery (all five tests) - $150, for students enrolled in Alamosa's ABE/GED Program and are approved for testing. All others wishing to test should call Kicheal at 719 589-7060 for more information.
     Individual Tests - $30/test
     Retakes - $30/test

Q.     What if I don't pass the tests?
A.     An average of 450 on all five tests, with a minimum score of 410 on each individual test is required to pass the GED test. Students are allowed three attempts/test within one calendar year (January through December).

Q.     How long does the testing take?
A.      Language Arts, Writing – Part I 75 minutes
     Language Arts, Writing – Part II 45 minutes
     Social Studies 70 minutes
     Science 80 minutes
     Language Arts, Reading 65 minutes
     Math – Part I 45 minutes
     Math – Part II 45 minutes

Q.     Do I have to take them all at once?
A.     No, you can take all of them at once, one at a time, or anything in between.