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RE: U.S. Department of Education considers a degree as a high school equivalency - Hotdogman1 - 05-19-2024
(05-19-2024, 05:29 AM)Pikachu Wrote: You don't have to go across the border. You can give the American GED at any Pearson test center in Canada. You can book your exams directly via ged.com
"Important Announcement for All Canadian GED Test Takers:
The GED® Program is no longer active in Canada as of May 4th, 2024. Students who have not earned their GED should contact their province’s GED Administrator™ to learn about their testing options. Select your province from the area drop down, click ‘View Province Rules’ and then view ‘Other’ tab for the name of the GED Administrator in your area."
https://www.ged.com/en-ca/about_test/price-and-rules/
RE: U.S. Department of Education considers a degree as a high school equivalency - Pikachu - 05-19-2024
(05-19-2024, 03:01 PM)Hotdogman1 Wrote:(05-19-2024, 05:29 AM)Pikachu Wrote: You don't have to go across the border. You can give the American GED at any Pearson test center in Canada. You can book your exams directly via ged.com
"Important Announcement for All Canadian GED Test Takers:
The GED® Program is no longer active in Canada as of May 4th, 2024. Students who have not earned their GED should contact their province’s GED Administrator™ to learn about their testing options. Select your province from the area drop down, click ‘View Province Rules’ and then view ‘Other’ tab for the name of the GED Administrator in your area."
https://www.ged.com/en-ca/about_test/price-and-rules/
That's for the Canadian GED. Anyone can give the USA GED, regardless of their residence via Pearson (online at home or at a test center):
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RE: U.S. Department of Education considers a degree as a high school equivalency - bluebooger - 05-19-2024
(05-18-2024, 06:16 PM)ArshveerCheema Wrote: completed at least a two-year program
just upsetting that these schools refuse to acknowledge the U.S. Department of Education's policy.
how do you not understand that ?
it does not say completed 60 credits
it says completed a two-year program
RE: U.S. Department of Education considers a degree as a high school equivalency - Premiumex - 05-25-2024
It sounds like you've encountered frustration in navigating the education system due to differing interpretations of equivalency standards. While some schools may not recognize an associate's degree as an equivalent to a high school diploma, the U.S. Department of Education clearly outlines that completion of at least 60 credit hours towards a bachelor's degree qualifies as such.
Given this, it's understandable to feel disheartened by schools not adhering to this policy. However, it's essential to advocate for yourself and your education by providing them with the relevant information and seeking clarification on their specific requirements. Additionally, being aware of alternative pathways, such as those available in your province of Ontario, can help you explore other options and find a solution that works best for you.
Now read this about US State Department: REMOVED LINK
RE: U.S. Department of Education considers a degree as a high school equivalency - bjcheung77 - 05-25-2024
Thanks for the advice, I'm removing that link as it's not a US State Department of education link, it's coming from a .PK top level domain (Pakistan) website. It's usually best to go straight from the source instead, or at least a trusted source we usually recommend reviewing, like CHEA or USDOE specific ones...
RE: U.S. Department of Education considers a degree as a high school equivalency - ArshveerCheema - 05-25-2024
(05-25-2024, 03:01 PM)Premiumex Wrote: It sounds like you've encountered frustration in navigating the education system due to differing interpretations of equivalency standards. While some schools may not recognize an associate's degree as an equivalent to a high school diploma, the U.S. Department of Education clearly outlines that completion of at least 60 credit hours towards a bachelor's degree qualifies as such.
Given this, it's understandable to feel disheartened by schools not adhering to this policy. However, it's essential to advocate for yourself and your education by providing them with the relevant information and seeking clarification on their specific requirements. Additionally, being aware of alternative pathways, such as those available in your province of Ontario, can help you explore other options and find a solution that works best for you.
Now read this about US State Department: REMOVED LINK
Thanks for the input. I'm okay, I explained that I have lots of options in the US and also that once I'm done my career school diploma, that would be considered an equivalency in Ontario. Additionally, in Canada, you can apply as a mature student which means that once you're atleast the age of 19, a high school diploma isn't even required