Official Idaho GED Information



	ABE/GED Home GED Information GED Transcripts ABE Student Info Program Administration Professional Development Contact ABE Contact GED		Idaho GED and High School Equivalency Information For information about obtaining your GED Transcript please click HERE. PLEASE BE ADVISED: The only way to officially pass the GED is to take it at a State-approved testing center. The official GED test is not offered online and no such online tests are considered official scores. Frequently Asked Questions about the GED and HSE What is the GED? What is a High School Equivalency Certificate (HSE)? What is the difference between the HSE and the GED? Who is Eligible to take the GED? What to do if you are planning on taking the GED Transcripts Test Scores What is the GED? GED stands for "General Educational Development." The GED is a series of 5 subject tests that are standardized to meet the educational level of a graduating high school senior. In most cases, passing the GED will allow a student to seek employment or enroll in college courses at the same level as a high school graduate. What is a High School Equivalency Certificate (HSE)? Anyone who has passed their GED and has also passed a high school equivalent American Government course may apply for the HSE. The HSE is a certificate of completion indicating a high school equivalent level of education in the State of Idaho. To apply for your HSE, you will need to fill out this FORM (pdf_49KB) and mail it to our office with a fee of $10.00. Our mailing address is: Attn: ABE/GED 650 W. State St Boise, ID 83720-0095 What is the difference between the HSE and the GED? The HSE is different from a GED Transcript. The HSE is a certificate of completion which indicates a level of personal accomplishment. It does not include any scores or information about a student's abilities. It is specific to Idaho standards and is non-transferable to other states. A GED Transcript provides test scores and gives an overview of a student's skills and abilities. The GED transcript is what you will need to enroll in colleges or technical schools, as well as what most employers require as proof of your educational level. Your GED scores and transcript are valid in all 50 states. Who is Eligible to take the GED? You may take the GED Tests if: • You are not enrolled in high school, and • You have not graduated from high school, and • You are at least age 16, and • You meet state, provincial, or territorial requirements regarding age, residency, and the length of time since leaving school. • If you are considering leaving high school, the GED Testing Service recommends that you first meet with your high school counselor to talk seriously about your decision and the level of academic skill needed to pass the GED Tests. What to do if you are planning on taking the GED: Preparing for the GED: If you feel you need more preparation before taking the test, there are several options available. The State of Idaho Adult Basic Education Program offers free courses and can help with GED preparation. Please visit our ABE Student Info page for more information about enrolling in this program. Taking the GED: If you are prepared and ready to take the GED, you may contact the testing center in your area to schedule testing times. For the phone number of the testing center nearest you, please contact our office. Transcripts: When you pass the GED you will receive one free copy of your transcript. All other copies must be requested through our office. For information about obtaining a transcript of your GED scores, please click HERE. Test Scores: For information about scoring, retesting, or how long scores remain valid, you should contact your testing site.