The GED exam provides an alternative for adults who wish to obtain a high school standing. The GED exam is a five-part, multiple choice and essay exam which tests Language Arts Writing, Language Arts Reading, Mathematics, Social Studies and Science during approximately 7 ½ hours of examination time (see GED Testing Schedules below). The GED exam tests intellectual maturity as opposed to the ability to recall specific facts in a given subject area. Many of the test questions measure the adult’s general ability to evaluate on the basis of given information, synthesize and then draw conclusions.

Candidates must be 18 years of age or older and not currently enrolled in a regular high school program.

To apply for the official GED testing, pick up an application form at your local SIAST campus or visit the Ministry of Advanced Education, Employment and Immigration website to download the form at http://www.er.gov.sk.ca/ged. Once completed, send it to the Ministry of Advanced Education, Employment and Immigration along with the $35 examination fee payment. When processed, a letter confirming your approval will be sent to you from the Ministry of Advanced Education, Employment and Immigration.

Students must present the original copy of the letter confirming your approval to write received from Ministry of Advanced Education, Employment and Immigration and photo ID at the examination time. Although your Ministry of Advanced Education, Employment and Immigration approval receipt is good for any test date within one year, the exams are administered on a first come, first served basis. Please arrive half an hour early to ensure a space.

These courses are designed to help GED candidates who are weak in essay writing skills. This might include candidates who are writing the GED tests for the first time or candidates who are re-writing. Some candidates may chose to take more than one skill booster to attain the level of skill competency required to successfully pass the GED exams.

Classes may be cancelled if there is insufficient student enrolment

These courses are designed to help GED candidates who are weak in math skills. This might include candidates who are writing the GED tests for the first time or candidates who are re-writing. Some candidates may chose to take more than one skill booster to attain the level of skill competency required to successfully pass the GED exams.  

Classes may be cancelled if there is insufficient student enrolment

Gaining a GED 12 equivalency can provide you with an alternative high school standing. Completing your GED may help you qualify for a better job or gain admittance to some post-secondary institutions. The preparation classes will prepare you to write the GED exam by refreshing your skills, familiarizing you with the test format and building your confidence in taking timed tests. Practice tests and instruction in subject areas (Language Arts Writing, Language Arts Reading, Social Studies, Science and Mathematics) will be covered.

Attendance is mandatory the first two nights for the writing of predictor tests in the five subject areas.

Students are responsible for the cost of the textbook (approx $25), Complete Canadian GED Preparation published by Steck-Vaughn. Textbooks can be purchased at the SIAST Bookstores. Classes may be cancelled if there is insufficient student enrolment.

No tuition fee.