- Continuing Education
- Register for Continuing Ed Classes
- College Level Exams (CLEP and DSST)
- Corporate Credit Education
- Drinking Driver Program
- GED Testing
- Language Center
- Workforce Development
GED Program
There are two paths to earning your GED at Nassau Community College:
Taking the GED Test
- Summer 2012 Test Dates
- What are the requirements to take the GED Exam?
- How do I register for a GED Exam at NCC?
- What happens after I register for the exam?
- Other Important Information
- How Do I Prepare for the GED Test?
- NEW! HempsteadWorks GED Review
24 College Credit Program
Taking the GED Test
When candidates pass the General Educational Development Test (GED®) they receive a diploma that is equivalent to a high school diploma. Employers, as well as admissions offices in colleges and universities accept the GED® certificate or diploma as they would a high school diploma. The GED® test matches a high school curriculum and covers reading, writing, social studies, science and math. The GED® Tests are only given at official GED® Testing Centers approved by the New York State Education Department. There is no online or computer-based GED® testing available at the present time.
New York State Education Department has established the rules as to who is eligible to take the GED® test. Applications/attachments, FAQ's, and test locations are available at the NY State Education Department http://www.acces.nysed.gov/ged
Testing with Special Accommodations – Documentation guidelines and forms can be found on the state website. Allow six to nine months for processing and approval of special accommodation requests http://www.acces.nysed.gov/ged/accomodations.html
Summer 2012 GED Test Dates
Please Note: The GED® is a 2 Day Test
- Thursdays June 7 & 14, 2012 - FILLED
- Thursdays June 21 & 28, 2012
- Wednesday July 11 & Thursday July 12, 2012
We can only accept applications for one GED exam per semester.
What are the requirements to take the GED® Test?
You must have 2 forms of identification to sit for the test.
- A valid current government issued photo ID (driver's license or passport)
- Proof of New York State residency (utility bill, library car, credit card statement, etc.)
How do I register for a GED Exam at NCC?
- ALL Applicants must complete, sign & return the Standard GED Application (attachment A) including items 13-17. A $10 deposit fee, payable by check or money order must be included with all applications. Candidates that do not appear for testing on their scheduled test date or arrive with unacceptable identification will forfeit their $10 deposit.
- Applicants 16-18 years old
- Applicants under 18 years old must complete, sign & return the Standard GED application A (attachment A) AND attachment B (attachment B) and the $10 deposit.
- Re-testers:
- Must complete Standard GED Application (attachment A); including items 13-17 plus enclose a copy of you most recent GED score report and the $10 deposit.
Mail your completed application with a $10 deposit,
(check or money order only) payable to:
Nassau Community College
GED Testing House 356 East Rd.
One Education Drive
Garden City, NY 11530
Incomplete applications and applications submitted without the $10 deposit will be returned. Candidates will be scheduled for the first available test date. Candidates that do not appear for testing on their scheduled test date or arrive with unacceptable identification will forfeit their $10 deposit.
What happens after I register for the exam?
1. Once your application and $10 deposit (check or money order) are received we will begin processing your application. Allow about 3 weeks for us to register you. Completed applications are processed in the order in which they are received.
2. After you are successfully registered for the test, you will receive a confirmation and parking permit in the mail. Confirmation letters are mailed to the address on your application.
3. BRING THIS CONFIRMATION & YOUR TWO FORMS OF ID on the test dates. Arrive on time, with a pen and pencils.
Other IMPORTANT Information:
1. This is a 2 day test (All re-testers must show for the first day of testing).
2. You may be denied admission if you are late or if your ID is not acceptable.
3. Students that repeatedly register and fail to show for their test date will be asked to find a different test location.
4. If you have taken the exam, your deposit will be returned to you in the form of a county check approximately 4–6 weeks after the exam.
How can I prepare for the GED Test?
The office of Continuing Education offers non-credit GED preparation classes evenings and weekends. Click the link below for more information.
24 College Credit Program
The 24 Credit Program at NCC allows students to take college classes that count towards a GED and a college degree. Students must be 18 years of age or older, be one year past the date from when they would have graduated from high school and have a genuine desire to obtain a college degree.
Students complete college credits in a variety of areas including math, humanities, English language arts, social science and natural science. Academic advisors will be available to help with course selection.
Once the student has completed the appropriate 24 credits, the student must apply to Albany to receive their GED, issued on the basis of those college credits. The college credits will then also apply to their degree program.
Students must attend an informational meeting, offered monthly by the Admissions Department. All the details of the program will be discussed at the meeting including the application process, cost, length of time to complete and courses needed, as well as placement testing information. For further information about this program, please contact the Office of Admissions at 516.572.7345.
2012 GED Informational Meeting Schedule
- Monday February 6th - 11:30am - Tower 11th Floor
- Monday March 12th - 11:30am - Tower 11th Floor
- Thursday April 5th - 10:00am and 2:00pm - Tower 11th Floor
- Thursday May 24th- 11:30am and 5:30pm - Tower 11th Floor
No reservations are required. If driving to campus, give yourself extra time to pick up a Parking Permit at the Public Safety Office and find a parking spot before the meeting. Please arrive on time
