North West Regional College has successfully hosted its first computer based GED exam on computer.
The computer based GED test on computer provides adults with improved access to today's GED test, according to a NWRC press release.
The GED tests measure academic skill and knowledge. The college states the tests provide a reliable vehicle through which adults can verify they possess the major and lasting outcomes of a high school education while preparing them for the demands of jobs and postsecondary education.
Effective Jan. 1 Saskatchewan moved to computerized testing. NWRC has signed an agreement with Pearson VUE, the computer-based testing business of Pearson, to test candidates pursuing GED and March 3, North West Regional College hosted the first GED exam.
GED candidates will be able to register and schedule their GED tests online on a date that is convenient to them. Test takers will now be able to write privately or with a large group. In addition, they can choose to write all five subjects in a sitting or prepare for and write one test at a time. After writing, candidates leave with their results in math, reading, science and social studies. Writing results follow shortly after.
