Literacy Services Department is dedicated to providing opportunities for individuals needing to improve their education and to enhance their future earning capabilities. These services can consist of improving ones reading, writing, and math skills to assisting adults who are deficient in basic skills; English for Speakers of Other Languages and GED attainment. Improvement in basic skills and earning a GED opens the door to transition to postsecondary education, fast track and degree programs.
Preparation and testing sessions are offered at various times and days to accommodate the needs of adults, working parents, dislocated workers, ex-offenders, non English speaking immigrants and physically/mentally challenged persons. To address the many learning styles of students, courses are taught by instructors, computer assisted software, or through distance learning capabilities.
After successfully obtaining GED credentials, Tri-C’s Seamless Transition and Retention Team (START II) can assist participants through the enrollment process by attending one of the workshops held for first year students. Participants can earn one credit towards completion of core requirements during this transition (See START II heading for additional information). Tri-C is a Certified Fee Waiver and Official GED Test site.
Literacy Services Offices (ABLE/GED)
Eastern Campus – 4250 Richmond Road – Highland Hills, OH 44122
East Education Center Building – Room 100 and 117 (ABLE)
216-987-2135 or
216-987-2136 (ABLE)
Unified Technologies Center (UTC) - 2415 Woodland Avenue – Cleveland, OH 44115
Center for Career Pathways Development
Room 239
216-987-3201
GED@tri-c.edu
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Who can participate in ABLE/GED and EL/Civics Programs?
All components serve adults ages 16-115. Persons between the ages of 16-18 must have a school withdrawal form and a work permit. (See attachment). Persons of other cultures, visitors or new residents who need to improve their English speaking skills or learn more about American culture and civics can participate.
What is the minimum age to take the Ohio GED?
In order to take the Ohio GED, an applicant must be at least 19 years of age, unless the applicant is between the ages of 16-18 and qualifies for one of the age exceptions.
When are the classes offered and what are the locations?
Most ABLE/GED/EL-Civics classes are held at all three Campuses and Corporate College East. Preparation classes are offered Monday through Thursday, 9:00am – 8:30pm and Saturday, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm.
What are the Curriculum/Assessments?
- Language Art/Writing, Language Arts/Reading, Social Studies, Science, and Math.
- Official GED Practice Test and Official GED Test
- The Adult Basic Education Test (TABE)
- BEST Plus
- The GED practice test scores and the TABE assessment results are used to assist in placement into the appropriate class and to assess readiness for the GED test.
What is the enrollment and/or scheduling process for (classes and testing)?
Enrollment is done by contacting one of the offices to schedule a practice test session. Upon completion of a practice test session, individuals are placed in an appropriate class. Only after attending a mandatory orientation and completing 12 hours of classes are potential students officially enrolled. GED testing is done by appointments only.
How do I obtaining a GED application for testing?
The Ohio GED application can be printed from www.education.ohio.gov website. Potential testers should only complete the online application if they are going to bypass the GED practice test process. Completing the online application means you are willing to pay the State of Ohio Department of Education $65 (non-refundable) to take the test. This fee may be waived by taking and passing the Official GED Practice Test. Applications can be picked up and completed at any of the GED offices.
What are the minimum scores required for earning an Ohio GED High School Equivalence Diploma?
Requirements applicant must achieve to earn an Ohio GED diploma are:
1. Applicant must earn a minimum score of 2250; and
2. Applicant must earn a minimum sub-test score of 410 on each of the five subjects.
Obtaining the minimum total score of 410 on each subtest does not meet the minimum total score requirement of 2250 points.
What about special accommodations?
Limited accommodations are available when participating in ABLE/GED preparation classes. Accommodations are available when taking the Ohio GED test. Materials and methods of instructional delivery are designed to accommodate persons with some learning challenges.
With prior approval from the State GED Office, an applicant with qualifying learning disabilities, ADD or ADHD, and /or temporary or permanent mental or physical disabilities can qualify for accommodations when taking the GED test. Accommodation forms can be down loaded from www.education.ohio.gov or picked up from the GED offices.