GED Eligibility and Information


WHAT NEXT?

The Transition Program is open to all GED students who have taken GED preparation classes through the Rio Salado ABE Program and who have obtained the GED diploma. If you are currently taking the GED preparation classes, but have not yet taken the GED exam, now is the time to make an appointment with a Transition advisor to talk about the many options open to you. Below you will find links to important information that will help you take the next step after your GED.

www.ade.az.gov/Adult-Ed/gedhome.asp
www.Gedpractice.com
www.Pbs.org/literacy
http://www.testprepreview.com/ged_practice.htm
If you have not taken your GED examination yet, these sites can help you prepare for it faster.

http://www.act.org/asset/pdf/guide.pdf
All students wishing to take academic classes at the Maricopa Community Colleges must take a placement examination called the Asset Test. This link will help you understand this test and prepare for it.

www.fafsa.ed.gov
www.fastweb.com
www.collegeboard.com
Think you can’t afford college? Think again. This link will show you some financial aid opportunities. Many of our students get federal financial aid. You can too!

www.bls.gov/oco
Want to know how to prepare for a particular career? Or how much you can expect to make? Explore the Occupational Outlook Handbook. Just click on the right hand side OOH Search/A2 Index. When the alphabet comes up, click on the first letter of the career you are interested in.

http://online.onetcenter.org/
Or try this link to the Occupational Information Network for easy-to-access information on careers.

http://vcc.asu.edu
Try the Virtual Counseling Center for resources on developing life skills and career plans.

TO CONTACT US:
Phone: 480-377-4064 or 480-377-4061
Fax: 480-517-8039
Email: jose.herrera@riomail.maricopa.edu.