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Taking the GED in Spanish
There are three languages that the GED is given in; English, French, and Spanish. If you are looking to take the GED in Spanish , there are a few differences in the testing procedure that you need to be aware of when you begin looking into the exam. While none of these differences change the basic testing, they need to be considered when you are starting your process.
Finding the GED in Spanish
While every testing center gives the tests in English, not all have the ability to test for the other languages. If you are looking to take the GED in Spanish , you need to make sure to contact your local testing centers and make sure they have it available for you. You might need to call a few places if you live in a bigger area to find the center that fits your needs.
Differences in testing
There are a few differences in the testing procedure itself you need to be aware of if you are looking for to take the Spanish version of the test. The first and perhaps the biggest difference is that in some areas if you choose to take the GED in Spanish , you might also be required to take an ESL (English as a second language) test. Not all areas and states require this, but finding out before hand can help you from being caught unaware by the second test. This testing is mostly reading a passage and answering directly from the reading, but there are approximately one quarter of the questions that require you to get an inferred answer, which does require a certain level of English comprehension. The second testing difference is that where the English testing has three versions, which must be rotated through on retesting, the Spanish version only has two.
Preparing for the GED in Spanish
Preparing for your GED exam is mostly the same for any of the languages, but a bit more research might need to be done to find help for a Spanish GED. Just like the testing centers, not every GED preparation center or book store will be able to provide materials in Spanish. Researching on the internet or calling to local centers can help you find the materials you need. There are many books and websites that do offer study and pretesting in English and Spanish, so it is just a matter of finding the right book or service for your needs. Depending on your area the registration process might require visa or other paperwork to prove immigration status, as well as the same residency requirements for the English version of the testing, so calling the testing center before registration might be a good idea to make sure you have all the needed documentation.
Conclusion
In today’s world, education is of the utmost importance for everyone, no matter where you are from or what language you speak. The GED in Spanish is designed to give those who are not native English speakers the exact same chances at education as everyone else.