This diploma is equivalent to a traditional high school diploma for college admission and employment in North Carolina.
Dual-test preparation readies you for both the GED and HiSET test formats, ensuring you can test in the way that best suits your learning style.
Preparation classes are free, ensuring that you have access to education regardless of budget.
Morning, evening and online options help classes fit into the busy lives of working adults and parents.
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Central Piedmont Community College’s College and Career Readiness program offers comprehensive instruction to prepare students for the four sections of the GED or the five sections of the HiSET. While the tests themselves have a fee, the preparatory instruction is provided as a community service to help residents achieve their personal and professional goals.
Preparation covers all major subject areas tested on the exams:
Both result in the same North Carolina diploma. They differ slightly in cost, number of subtests, and format (computer vs. paper based).
Yes, an initial placement test during orientation helps determine which level of prep class is the best starting point.
Once preparation is complete, tests are administered at official Central Piedmont Testing Centers.
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