About The GED®

[EN] Here are some quick facts about the GED® curriculum and qualification:

• Does Prolific Maths offer support for GED® candidates?
  • Yes!
  • We offer support for all four subjects.
  • We have helped numerous learners earn their GED® qualifications.
• Is the GED® curriculum similar to CAPS?
  • Yes, but there are important differences to understand!
  • The GED® has been developed from an American perspective in high-level American English.
  • The tests themselves are less focused on rote learning and memorisation of facts, compared to CAPS.
  • The curriculum and tests are nonetheless not “easy” and will require thorough preparation.
  • The tests cover a mix of topics and skills that CAPS learners will study in high school.
• What subjects are covered in the GED® tests?
  • Mathematical Reasoning
  • Reasoning Through Language Arts (English)
  • Social Studies
  • Science
• What are the costs?
  • $90.00 (USD) per test
    (Approximately R6,000.00 (ZAR) for all four tests)
  • $8.00 (USD) per practice test (compulsory)
    (Approximately R525.00 (ZAR) for all four practice tests)
  • Also consider travel and fuel expenses for visiting official testing centres, such as Boston City Campus in Polokwane (Pietersburg).
  • Also consider SAQA Foreign Credential Evaluation fees
    (Approximately R2,500.00 (ZAR))
• Is the GED® suitable for home-schooling or independent-learning?
  • Yes!
  • A learner can study on their own, use the resources available on GED.com, enrol in a specialised programme, or sign up for local lessons to prepare for the GED® tests, such as is offered by Prolific Maths.
  • A learner decides their own pace: they may spend as long as they like preparing for a test, whether it be a few months, a year, or longer. It is up to the individual’s needs and capabilities.
  • The four tests do not have to be completed in a specific order.
  • If a test is failed, it can be reattempted at a cost.
• Is the GED® a good option for a South African learner?
  • Yes!
  • In South Africa, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) evaluates the GED® qualification to be equivalent or most similar to a South African Matric, National Senior Certificate (NSC), or NQF-4 qualification.
  • Many, but not all, tertiary study institutions accept the GED®, including Boston City Campus in Polokwane (Pietersburg), and Two Oceans Graduate Institute in Cape Town.
• Is the GED® a good option for a learner whose first language is Afrikaans?
  • Strong English reading, writing, and comprehension skills are very important for success in earning a GED®.
  • A learner may take as much time as they need strengthening their English until they are ready for a test.

[EN] The below PDF includes helpful information for a learner to decide if they’re a good candidate to earn their GED® diploma.

Disclaimer

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