GED (General Educational Development)

Lane's GED Preparation Program prepares students to pass the GED exam. The GED gives those who did not graduate from high school the opportunity to earn a high school equivalency certificate. Recognized nationwide by employers and educators, the GED certificate has increased education and employment opportunities for millions of adults since 1942. *Please note: Currently, all Lane Community College GED preparation courses are free of charge, however GED classes do not qualify for financial aid and GED students do not receive discounted LTD Bus passes.

New GED preparation students must attend an orientation session to determine readiness and assess particular areas of needed improvement. Once you enroll in the GED preparation program, you will receive targeted instruction in each of the five subjects covered by the GED test: reading, writing, science, social studies, and math. In addition, GED preparation students have the opportunity to take official GED practice tests.

Graduates of the GED preparation program are honored at the annual college graduation ceremony and may also apply for a tuition waiver and scholarships (subject to eligibility requirements).

Teen GED Option Program - Teens 16-17 years of age who are referred by or released from their local high school and who read at a secondary level are eligible for this program. Classes are held at the 30th Avenue campus. Call (541) 463-5214 for more information. 

Spanish GED classes provide instruction in Spanish to help students prepare to pass the Spanish GED. Graduates of the Spanish GED preparation program are honored at the annual college graduation ceremony and may also apply for a tuition waiver and scholarships (subject to eligibility requirements). Students who wish to enroll in the Spanish GED program should contact the instructor prior to attending classes.

Las clases de GED en español ofrecen instrucción en español para ayudar estudiantes a prepararse para pasar el GED en español.

Official GED Practice Testing is available to current ABSE students and to individuals preparing to enter Lane Community College apprenticeship programs. Call (541) 463-5945 for information on availability.

GED testing is provided by Lane’s Testing Center on the main campus, Building 1, Room 116. Call the Testing Center at (541) 463-5324 for more test information, appointment times and fees.

For more information about GED classes, contact the Adult Basic and Secondary Education office at (541) 463-5214, Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. 

For more information about participating in the graduation ceremony on Saturday, June 11, 2011 at the Lane County Fairgrounds, please see the Application for GED Graduation and follow the directions carefully. The deadline for submitting your application for graduation is May 24th, 2011.