Alberta

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Top Policies

How old do I need to be to take the test?

You must be 18 years old to take the GED^® test.

I’m underage. What do I need to do to take the test?

If you are 17 years old and would like to take the GED^® test, please contact your GED Administrator^TM.

Do I need to prove I’m a resident of Alberta to take the test?

No, you do not need to be a resident of Alberta to take the GED^® test.

The closest testing center is in a different province. Can I take the test there?

Some provinces allow people who don’t live there to take the GED^® test and others don’t. You’ll need to check the residency requirement for the province that you’re interested to test in.

Do I need to take a GED^® class or receive instruction from a local prep center before I can take the test?

No, Alberta doesn’t require you to prepare for the GED^® test in an adult education classroom.

Do I have to take the official practice test before testing?

No, you’re not required to take the official practice test before taking the official GED^® test.

Can I take the GED^® test on computer in Alberta?

Yes.

Can I switch between paper and computer testing? Can I combine them?

Yes.

If you'd like to request accommodations, please contact the Alberta-based Pearson VUE Test Center where you plan to take the GED test on computer. To locate a Pearson VUE Test Center, click here. If you plan to take the GED test on paper, please contact your GED Administrator^TM.

Price & Payment

How much does the GED^® test cost?

Alberta charges $40 per subject for the GED^® test.

Test Retake Policies

If I don’t pass, how long do I have to wait before taking the test again?

In Alberta, you're required to wait 14 days between attempts. There is no maximum limit per year.

How much does it cost to retake the GED^® test? Can I retest for free?

In Alberta, writing centers set their own fees for retakes. For provinces that offer the GED^® test on computer, the retesting fee may be different.

Alberta charges a $40 fee for test retakes.

Transcripts & Diploma

I passed the GED^® test but Alberta won’t issue my diploma. What do I do?

There may be additional requirements that you need to meet. We recommend contacting your local test center or your province’s office You can contact your GED Administrator^™ for additional information.

How do I request my transcript and diploma?

You can request your transcript and diploma here.

What is the GED^® credential in my province called?

In Alberta, the credential is called the High School Equivalency Diploma.

Other

Can I take all of the GED^® test subjects at once or do I need to setup different appointment times?

Yes, in Alberta you can take all test subjects in the same day if you can find a testing center with hours that accommodate it.

Can I take the GED^® Test in other languages? Am I allowed to combine languages to credential?

Yes, in Alberta, you can take the GED^® Test in English or French and you can combine the two languages to earn your credential.

What happens if I move to a different province in the middle of testing? Can I continue my testing in my new province or do I have to start all over?

It depends on whether or not that province has a residency requirement. Check the residency requirements in that province and don’t hesitate to contact the GED Administrator^™ in that province with questions.

Who is the GED Administrator^™ in Alberta?

Pascal Couture
GED Administrator^™
Alberta Education
Learner Assessment Branch
44 Capital Blvd., 10044-108 Street NW
Edmonton, AB T5J 5E6
(780) 643-9157