How to Get a GED® in Nova Scotia

You can study for the Nova Scotia GED test online without having to attend class.

Nova Scotia GED Test Eligibility Requirements


Important: The Canadian GED will no longer be available in Canada as of May 3, 2024. If you are in the process of completing your GED, you should plan to complete all testing by May 3, 2024.

The new Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC) will be available to Canadians in late May 2024. Continue to check back for additional information and updates.


  • Resident: You must be a resident of Nova Scotia.
  • Age: You must be 19 to take the test and withdrawn from school for at least one year.
  • Enrolled: You cannot be enrolled in an accredited high school or be a high school graduate.
  • Cost: Free
  • Score: 410 (minimum) in each subject and an average of 450 (minimum)
  • Accommodations: You must apply for disability accommodations through the GED Testing Service page.
  • After you pass the test, Nova Scotia will award you a GED certificate that will show you have achieved the same level of knowledge as a high school graduate. 

Online GED or HiSET Classes

Online programs like GED Academy are available to help you get your GED fast and easy.

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"I became unemployed due to a work place injury. I was unable to keep up with the demands of the construction company I worked for. I could not get a transcript from the UK in time to start the next semester of college, but I could sit for my GED. My friends and family all stood behind me in my decisions and congratulated my efforts and successes. I hope to gain my masters degree in business admin eventually."

- Ian