WHAT ARE GED® TEST
ACCOMMODATIONS?
Do you have a disability that might affect your
ability to take the GED® test in its standard format?
GED® test accommodations allow test-takers with
documented disabilities access to the test.
Accommodations may include:
• Audiocassette
• Braille edition
• Large-print or screen-magnification
• Calculator
ac·com·mo·da·tions (uh-kom-uh-dey-shuh’ns) n.
enable test-takers with disabilities to fully access the
GED® test.
Tips for GED® Test-takers
with Disabilities
• Scribe
• Extended time
• Stop-the-clock breaks
• Separate or distraction-reduced room
Get The Documentation You Need
Think you have a disability, but not the proper
documentation? Our website includes a national
list of clinics that offer reduced-cost evaluations
for learning disabilities, ADHD, and psychological
disorders.
Get forms and the latest information at
www.GEDtestingservice.com/accommodations
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HOW DO I APPLY FOR
ACCOMMODATIONS?
ASKING FOR REASONABLE
ACCOMMODATIONS
GED Testing Service considers
each request for accommodations
on an individual basis. You will be
asked to fill out a “Request for
Testing Accommodations” form
based on your disability type.
Applying for accommodations just
takes a few steps:
Remember, your documentation must provide
evidence that you’re a person with a disability, and
that you need accommodations in order to have
access to the GED® test. Keep in mind that just
because you’ve been diagnosed with a particular
condition or disorder does not automatically mean
that you’re disabled, as defined by federal law, or
that you’re automatically entitled to any particular
accommodation. GED Testing Service is dedicated to
helping you determine the best environment for your
testing experience.
1. Read the “Documentation Guidelines for
Candidates” at www.GEDtestingservice.com/
accommodations
3. Print the “Accommodations Request Form” for
your particular disability*
• Talk with the GED Chief Examiner™ and
your doctor about your disability and the
documentation that is required; they will provide
you with answers and assistance.
4. Give your doctor or psychologist a copy of the
“Documentation Guidelines for Evaluators” and
the “Accommodations Request Form,” and ask
that the appropriate sections be completed
• Stay positive. Focus on gathering all the
information you may need. This will help you as
you work through the accommodations request
process.
2. Ensure your documentation meets our guidelines
BEFORE YOU SCHEDULE YOUR TEST
Once you hear a decision about your
accommodations request:
• Be sure you understand what accommodations
will be provided. You don’t want any surprises on
the day of the test.
• Not approved for some or all of the
accommodations you requested? Consider
taking advantage of our appeal process, which is
described on the website.
• If your request for accommodations is returned
to you as incomplete, consider providing us
the additional information we require so that an
accommodations decision can be reached.
• If you have any questions, contact the GED Chief
Examiner™ at your testing center.
5. Complete the entire form
6. Turn in the form and supporting documentation
to your local GED® testing center
Forms will not be accepted for review until signed
by the GED Chief Examiner™ at the testing center.
You will be notified of the accommodations decision
by either the GED Chief Examiner™ (if you choose to
take a pencil-and-paper GED® test) or by email (if you
choose to take the GED® test on computer, where
available). Please check with your local GED® testing
center for more information.
Give Yourself Enough Time
You should try to submit your request for
accommodations no less than 60 days
prior to your desired GED® test date. This
way, if your request is incomplete and we need
additional documentation from you, you will
still have enough time to submit the additional
materials for our review. Keep in mind that each
request is individually, thoroughly reviewed, and
this takes time.
* You can print a copy of each form online at www.GEDtestingservice.com/accommodations, or contact your local testing center to get a copy of the form(s) you need.
Get forms and the latest information at
www.GEDtestingservice.com/accommodations