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Diploma Options

What about the high school equivalency test?

The General Educational Development (GED) is an option for students who are at least 18 years old. There are separate tests in the areas of English, social studies, science, literature, and mathematics. It is written on a ninth-grade reading level.

More information about products to prepare for the test may be obtained by clicking here: http://www.gedtestprep.com 

Are there accommodations for the GED?

In Florida it is offered in both English and Spanish. There are special editions available in large print and Braille, and on audiocassette.

Does the state of Florida publish a booklet for parents on the diploma options?

Yes, ask for document entitled "Diploma Decisions for Students with Disabilities" ESE #10521. You may order it by calling the 

Florida Department of Education at 1-800-342-9271 or writing to: Bureau of Program Management and Development, Division of Workforce Development, Florida Department of Education, Turlington Building, Room 644, 325 West Gaines Street, Tallahassee, Fl 32399-0400

 

 

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This website was developed collaboratively during the summer session of  June/July 2000, as a technology project by graduate students in EEX 6222: Assessment and Dr. Marcia Greene, Associate Professor and Bill Halverson, Technology Instructor/Webmaster, Florida Gulf Coast University, College of Education.   Comments/Feedback??? Email us directly or use the Feedback option at the top of the page.  We hope you have enjoyed this website! 

Last modified: July 05, 2000

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