Getting a recognised school leaving certificate is essential. It’s the ‘passport’ to your future. Your future is unlocked with Go Prep™!
The GED® has no deadlines for exams. You can prepare and then book your tests whenever IT SUITS YOU.
No pressure. You will have all the time you need to give it your best shot.
You can book exam dates year round (under normal circumstances) as the tests are done on computer at a secure test centre.
Here are the facts you need for a Quick Start on the GED® route to getting a recognised Grade 12 equivalent*.
Your success is our goal!
Quick Start Facts about the GED®
- The GED® is considered to be a grade 12 equivalent*.
- It is recognised in South Africa by SAQA*.
- The minimum age to write the GED® in South Africa is age 17.
- A South African ID or passport is required at test centres.
- Choose your own test dates for each of four subjects! No Afrikaans test. All tests in English. The subject list is below.
- No deadlines for writing all tests by a given date. Less stress.
- Choose a test centre near you – the nearest branch of Boston City Campus & Business College
- All the study materials are provided online by Online GED Prep™. The course is self-paced.
- Enrolment is for 12 months, starting anytime of year. It can be renewed for another year if you need more time to study.
- You need a laptop, tablet or desktop computer with internet access to use the online GED® course.
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What is on the GED® Test?
The GED® tests four subjects and there is no choice of subjects. You must pass all four tests to earn your GED® credential.
The online GED® prep programme that we offer will help you develop the skills you need to pass each test. We will guide you at each step of the way.
Take the first step towards achieving your goals.
No paperwork is required to enrol, just the student’s name, email, phone number and confirmation of payment.
Once we receive your payment, we will activate your account on the online system and email you your login and password to access the online GED® prep courses.
The access license is purchased for one calendar year non-stop from the date of activation and once activated it is not refundable or transferable to another student.
* SAQA (the South African Qualifications Authority) has evaluated the GED® and found the National Senior Certificate as its closest comparable qualification.