Education is an important ally in the fight against poverty, unemployment and homelessness.
General Education Development is one way to provide more opportunities to those who were unable to complete high school. The GED not only improves chances for employment to those who passed the credential process, but also opens the door to higher education and further vocational training.
More than 17 million people have received a GED credential since the program began in 1943. (1) In 2007, nearly 729,000 adults worldwide took some portion of the GED test battery of five tests. Of that total, more than 635,000 completed the battery of tests. More than 451,000 of the completers — 71 percent — met the GED tests passing standard by earning scores equal to or above those earned by 40 percent of graduating high school seniors. (1) By passing the GED tests and earning their jurisdiction’s high school equivalency credential, diploma, or certificate, these adults gain a second chance to advance their educational, personal, and professional aspirations.
The national unemployment rate rose from 7.6 percent in January 2009 to 8.1 percent in February 2009. (2) As the market continues to struggle and more workers are competing for fewer jobs, education is essential in staying competitive in today’s job market.
1. 2007 GED Testing Program Statistical Report Bureau of Labor, American Council on Education.
2. REGIONAL AND STATE EMPLOYMENT AND UNEMPLOYMENT: FEBRUARY 2009, Bureau of Labor Statistics
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