Overview of the GED Program in Kentucky

Do you need your GED or know someone who needs their GED? Read and find out how you can get assistance in doing just that!

A GED is a General Education Development credential for adults who are not high school graduates.

The GED tests measure the educational achievement of adults who are not high school graduates and compares their competency with that of high school graduates.  This battery of tests involves some higher-level thinking skills, including application, analysis, comprehension and evaluation.

The GED can help a person get a better job, further their education or just feel better about themselves. Kentucky Adult Education (KYAE) is here to help guide the process of getting a GED and furthering the pursuit of higher education for all of the Commonwealth's residents.

Below are some helpful links that will help you do just that.

Need a copy of GED transcript or replacement diploma?

Who can take the GED?

What to expect on the GED tests?

How to prepare for the GED test?  Enroll in a GED review class offered by a local adult education program, prepare with KYVAE's Literacy Link () online learning and take the GED Official Practice Test at your local learning center. 

What is a passing score? 

How much does the GED cost?  All testing centers charge $40 for the complete test battery or $10 per sub test (Language Arts--Reading, Language Arts--Writing, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies) if the examinee does not take the full battery or is retesting. 

What about applicants needing special accommodations? Testing accommodations are available to applicants with documented disabilities.  Applicants with disabilities should contact their local adult education center for information about available accommodations and submitting a request.

Where do I take the GED? The GED test is administered through 40 test centers in 74 counties at 82 sites.  Contact your local adult education center and they will provide a list of the GED Testing Center Sites nearest you.