Wyoming High School Equivalency Certificate
What are the High School Equivalency Tests?
Uinta B.O.C.E.S. #1 offers GED® Testing through Pearson VUE, and the HiSet Testing through PSI to determine eligibility for earning the Wyoming High School Equivalency Certificate.
These tests measure a person’s knowledge and academic skills against those of today’s traditional high school graduates. Each year more than 860,000 adults worldwide take these tests to earn their High School Equivalency Certificate. Earning a certificate helps obtain a better job, continue their education, or fulfill personal goals.
More than 96% of U. S. employers consider state High School Equivalency Certificates equal to a traditional high school diploma. The certificate levels the playing field regarding employment, salary, and opportunity for advancement. Also, 95% of U.S. colleges and universities accept students with a High School Equivalency Certificate who meet their qualifications for admission.
The test covers a wide range of topics and consists of five different sections: Math, Reading, Grammar/Writing, Science, and Social Studies.
All tests are considered equal by: College Financial Aid, U.S. Military and Employers!
Who is eligible to take the High School Equivalency tests?
To be eligible students can NOT be enrolled in or have already graduated from a high school. Students must also be at least 18 years of age. However, students can apply for an age waiver to take the High School Equivalency if they are at least 16 years of age and meet the state and federal requirements set forth by these governing agencies.
Test Preparation
Although not a requirement- It is to your advantage to enroll with Uinta B.O.C.E.S. #1 College and Career Readiness Center, to complete Official Practice Tests and test preparation. Our College and Career Readiness Center will help students determine when they are ready to take the tests. Our instructors provide instruction and directed study to help you prepare. There is no cost for test preparation at Uinta B.O.C.E.S. #1 Education Center.
NOTICE: The cost of HiSet testing is $15.25 per individual test. There are 5 tests students must take to receive their Wyoming High School Equivalency Certificate. GED® Testing is $30 per individual test, and there are 4 tests students must take to receive their Wyoming High School Equivalency Certificate. Uinta BOCES might have scholarships available to students who attend classes at Uinta BOCES #1.
For More Information Contact
Candy Hamblin
307-789-5742 X 113.
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Testing Fees
HiSET: $15.25 / test
(5 required tests)
GED: $30.00 / test
(4 required tests)