How to Find GED Programs

Receiving your GED will afford you greater opportunities in life.

If you have not received a high school diploma, whether it be because of circumstances behind your control, medical issues, an inadequate GPA, a criminal arrest or something else, do not despair. A General Equivalency Diploma (GED) will serve as an alternative to your high school diploma, affording you similar opportunities as a high school diploma. Finding a good GED program is important to preparing you well and ensuring you receive your GED; you can locate one with the help of an online search tool.

Instructions

1. Navigate to the Literacy Directory website, literacydirectory.org

2. Click on the drop-down menu under the section titled "Select a Program" and pick a category that best suits your needs.

3. Enter your zip code or city/state into the section labeled "Enter your Location." Zip codes will provide a more precise search result, but your city and state information will yield efficient results as well.

4. Select the distance you would be willing to travel to attend the GED program in the section titled "Find Programs Within."

5. Specify where you need help with study under the "What are you looking for?" section.

6. Click "Search".

7. Browse the search results and find a program that suits your needs and is within your distance parameters. Click on "Details" "Map" and "Driving Directions" for more information.

References

• Literacy Directory: Literacy Information and Communication System

Resources

• American Council on Education: GED Testing Center Search Finder