Frequently Asked Questions

The cost of the exam is $140.00

Some training programs may offer financial assistance to help pay for the test fee.

To see all the training programs in our area Click Here.

Yes! We have various community partners that are offering FREE GED prep classes. Complete the questionnaire form and someone will contact you to get you started.

Great question!

GED testing center is located at Shasta College. For more information Click Here.

There are 4 subjects:

Social Studies, Science, Reasoning and Math

Don’t worry if you’re worried about passing a subject, we can offer FREE GED preparation!

If you are a resident of California and are an adult 18+, you are eligible.

Be sure to complete the questionnaire so we can get you started!

Guess what, we can provide you with a bus pass! If a bus does not come to where you are, don’t worry. There are other options as well.

SHASTA COUNTY

Anderson Adult School (HS Diploma)

5250 W Anderson Dr., Anderson, CA 96007

(530) 365 – 3334

 

CYHBA (California Heritage Youth Build Academy) (HS Diploma & GED)

8544 Airport Rd., Redding, CA 96002

(530) 378-5254

 

Shasta Adult School (HS Diploma, GED & HiSET)

590 Mary St., Redding, CA 96001

(530) 245 – 2626

 

Shasta  College (Redding Public Library) (GED)

1100 Parkview Avenue, Redding, CA 96001

(530) 242 – 7760

 

Smart Business Resource Center (GED & HiSET)

1201 Placer Street, Redding, CA 96001

(530) 246-7911

 

TEHAMA COUNTY

Red Bluff  Joint Union High School District Adult Education Program (HS Diploma)

1050 Kimball Rd., Red Bluff, CA 96080

(530) 529-8766

 

Tehama eLearning Academy  (HS Diploma)

724 Main Street, Red Bluff, CA 96080

(530) 527-0188

 

Corning Adult School (HS Diploma &GED)

250 E. Fig Ln., Corning, CA 96021

(530) 824-7414

 

TRINITY COUNTY

Trinity Alps Adult Education Program (HS Diploma)

321 Victory Ln., Weaverville, CA 95660

(530) 623-6127 Ext. 2009

 

Trinity County Office of Education Adult Education Program (GED Testing Service Only)

201 Memorial Dr., Weaverville, CA 96093

(530) 623-2861

 

Southern Trinity Joint Unified School District Adult Education Program (HS Diploma & GED)

680 Van Duzen Rd., Mad River, CA 95526

(707) 574-6237

Department of Social Services/CalWORKs (Eligibility based program)

To see if you qualify Click Here.

(530) 225–5000

Shasta College CARE Program (Eligibility based program)

To see if you qualify Click Here.

(530) 242–7540

GED

  • Nationally recognized
  • Online test administered in Certified testing center
  • $140.00 test fee
  • $15.00 to retake failed section
  • For more information Click Here

HiSET

  • Recognized in 20 states (including California)
  • Paper/Pencil test
  • $100.00 test fee
  • Two free retakes
  • For more information Click Here

The HiSET is accepted in all states.

Always talk to a recruiter to find out the requirements.

The cost of the exam is $125.00, which includes 2 free retakes of any subjects if you did not pass them.

Some training programs may offer financial assistance to help pay for the test fee.

See all the training programs in our area Click Here.

Shasta Adult School

590 Mary St., Redding, CA 96001

Call for appointment (530) 245-2626

English as a Second Language helps individuals whose first language is not English. ESL courses are offered to help individuals succeed in work and college.

Shasta County

Redding Library

Shasta College

 

Tehama County

Shasta College

Corning High School

  • Citizenship preparation helps prospective citizens prepare for the citizenship test.
  • While improving English language skills, individuals will learn how to complete naturalization forms and prepare for the written and oral test for citizenship.
  • Focus on preparing for the oral and written test and interview.
  • Learn steps required to apply for citizenship (deadlines, eligibility, fees, grants, accommodations,  and exceptions).
  • Review of naturalization application.
  • Helps individuals make an appointment for final help in finalizing documents.