Quebec GED 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 citizen of Canada or have been a resident of Quebec for at least 6 months.
- Age: You must be 16 to take the test.
- Enrolled: You cannot be enrolled in an accredited high school or be a high school graduate.
- Cost: $35 (per subject) or $140 (all subjects)
- 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.
- Diploma: After you pass the test, Quebec 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.
Below you’ll find answers to the questions we get asked the most about how to get a GED in Quebec.
You can earn a high school equivalency certificate by taking the Quebec GED test. Employers and 99% of colleges will accept a GED certificate in place of a high school diploma.
The GED test in Quebec tests you on Math, Social Studies, Science, Reading, and Writing.
| GED TEST | |
|---|---|
| SUBJECT | TIME |
| Math | 70 minutes |
| Social Studies | 120 minutes |
| Science | 90 minutes |
| Reading | 80 minutes |
| Writing | 65 minutes |
| Total | 7 hours, 5 minutes |
| GED TEST | |
|---|---|
| SUBJECT | # OF QUESTIONS |
| Math | 50 |
| Social Studies | 50 |
| Science | 50 |
| Reading | 40 |
| Writing | 50 + essay |
The Quebec GED test is $35.
You must score at least 450 points in each of the five subjects and a combined total of 2250. You can check your score after you complete your test on your MyGED account with the GED testing service.
Yes, but you have to wait 180 days between each attempt.
No, the Canadian GED test must be taken at an official GED testing center. Find the closest center in Quebec here.
You are required to be a Canadian resident or a 6 month resident to take their GED test.
You must be 16 years old.
If you have a disability, you can apply for disability accommodations through the GED form. Don’t know if you qualify? Click here for more information.
To get a copy of your GED transcript, click here.
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