GED/HSED Preparation - Getting Started

Classes and Instructional Support

If you would like to brush up on your academic skills before taking your GED or HSED tests, we offer some GED preparation classes in Writing, Reading and Math and also instructional support in our Learning Centers. You will need to attend both Workshop A and B for proper placement. Remember that classes are not required, but are offered tuition-free to help you prepare for, and pass, the tests for the GED & HSED. You can search a listing of Summer and Fall courses on the course listing page.

How do I register?

New students must attend a 2-day Workshop. High School Completion Workshops A & B are held at our Downtown Education Center, 211 N Carroll St, Madison. At the Workshop you will:

• Receive information on GED/HSED and Basic Skills classes offered through Madison College
• Receive general information about Madison College and the different programs offered
• Take the TABE (Test of Adult Basic Education)
• Obtain your test results and placement level
• Register for classes

The Workshops are done in-person, by appointment only. Please call the School of Academic Advancement office at (608) 258-2440 to make an appointment on one of the dates listed below.

 Important Info

• Please arrive at the start time
• No children allowed
• Plan on being here 2 1/2 hours
• There is no fee to attend the Workshops
• Use the City of Madison - State Street/Capitol parking ramp (currently $1.25/hour)
• Classes are non-credit and tuition-free for in-state residents, however a textbook purchase may be required for some classes
• You will still need to attend the Orientation at the Commercial Avenue campus before testing - this does not replace that step

Additional Options

You can also study for the tests at home by using GED study guides available at your local library or online through the Madison College Learning Express Library. Although you can study and prepare for the tests online, all testing must be done in person.

Sample test questions can be found at the American Council on Education's website along with math videos and other resources.