How to Get a Copy of a Lost GED in Alabama

The GED is an alternative option for those not enrolled in high school

The General Education Development Test (GED), is a high-school equivalency test. The GED can only be taken by people who have not received a high school diploma. Most colleges require either a high school diploma or a GED certificate in an application, and it's important to have a copy of your GED on hand. If you've misplaced your copy, however, you can order a replacement from the center where you took the test.

Things You'll Need

• Photo identification

Instructions

1. Find the testing center where you took the GED originally. You can locate GED testing centers on the American Council of Education website, under "Find a GED Testing Center." There is a link to this page in the Resources section of this article. If you took the GED outside of Alabama, you will need to contact the testing center of the state where you did take it.

2. Go to the Alabama Community College System website, and click on the tab marked "GED." You can find a link to this page in the Resources section of this article.

3. Click on the link titled "Processing of verifications and duplicate requests for diplomas and transcripts." It will open in a .PDF file.

4. Print out the .PDF and fill out the form completely. Include a copy of your photo identification.

5. Mail the completed form to GED Testing Program, P.O. Box 302130, Montgomery AL, 36130.

References

• American Council on Education: History of the GED Tests
• American Council on Education: GED

Resources

• American Council on Education: Find a GED Testing Center
• Alabama Community College System: GED