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For additional information about GED testing in the Commonwealth, please contact Virginia's GED Administrator, Debbie Bergtholdt - debbie.bergtholdt@doe.virginia.gov.
Phone: (804) 371-2333

Studying for the GED Tests

There are many ways to prepare for the GED Tests. Adult learning centers around the state offer classes and practice tests, often for little or no charge. If you're unable to attend classes regularly, there are online and televised lessons available. We recommend that you take an Official GED Practice Test at a local learning center to determine how ready you are for the real GED test or GED prep class.

Find classes near you

To find nearby classes or schedule a time to take a practice test, choose your city or county from the list below and click "Find contacts."

Online classes

elearn logoYou can study online with eLearn Virginia. Click here to register or call 888-589-9003 to find out more

The PBS LiteracyLink website offers interactive lessons and activities as part of their Pre-GED and GED Connection program.

Television

Televised classes are broadcast regularly on PBS stations statewide. See the schedule for your local station.

Online Videos (new!)

Thanks to the generous support of KET, eLearn Virginia is now able to offer all 39 episodes of GED Connection for viewing and streaming to anyone in Virginia. Go to eLearn today to learn more and click here to begin taking advantage of this excellent opportunity.

This narrated Power Point slideshow gives an overview of the GED test and includes loads of helpful test taking strategies. Developed for GED Week by a group of Virginia Adult Education instructors, these GED Test Taking Strategies will help you do your best on test day. This is a great refresher for anyone who is about to take the GED test. Total running time for Pt. 1 & 2 is 18 minutes. Be sure to take notes as you go.

PART 1

PART 2

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