Adult Basic Education - FAQ

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What do you want to know about Adult Basic Education through Colorado Northwestern Community College?

Lots of people have questions about Adult Basic Education and how it operates at Colorado Northwestern. Below is a list of links to the most frequently asked questions, followed a full list of the most common questions we see along with the basic response. If you have a question not answered on this page, please contact us by emailing theresa.king@cncc.edu.

• Registration
• Payment
• Choosing Classes
• Start/End Dates & Extensions
• Technical Help
• Jobs 
• I want to know more about taking my GED

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How do I sign-up for an Adult Basic Education (GED, ESL, Reading, Basic Math) class?
To register, contact Theresa King at 970-824-0831 or theresa.king@cncc.edu. Pre-testing is required for the GED and ESL classes and is by appointment only. Appointments for pre-testing also be scheduled through Theresa as well.

• GED pre-testing is available by appointment Monday-Friday, from 8:00 am-1:00 pm.
• ESL pre-testing is available by appointment Monday-Friday, from 8:00 am-2:30 pm.

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How do I pay for my Adult Basic Education classes?
The Colorado Department of Higher Education generously supports Adult Basic Education making it low-cost or free to most of our students. Additional financial assistance may be available through the Colorado Workforce Centers.

After registering for the class, you will receive a bill that you may pay in person during open hours at the bookstore Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. or, by mailing a check to: Colorado Northwestern Community College, 500 Kennedy Drive, Rangely, CO 81648 or by calling 1-800-562-1105 ext 3278.

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I never logged in to my class, I dropped after the first class, do I still have to pay for it?
Yes. You are responsible for payment, whether or not you participate. 

Refunds or registration changes are sometimes provided on a case by case basis. To learn more contact Keith Peterson.

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When does my class start?
If you are enrolled in a self-paced learning plan your start and stop date will be determined in your plan. 

If you are enrolled in one of our Craig GED prep programs or English as a Second Language (ESL) program, classes generally start within a week or two of the college's academic year in September and January each year. 

For your specific start date, time and the location of your class contact Theresa King at 970-824-0831. 

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How do I get help?
Students currently enrolled in any of the Adult Basic Education programs may drop-by the Gateway Centers in Rangely and Craig, Monday to Saturday. 

If you are experiencing trouble with one of our software programs, contact Theresa King at 970-824-0831  or Keith Peterson at 970-675-3258.  

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Will the college find me a job?
While career training and personal development are proven ways to increase your chances for better employment, the college does not guarantee job placement. 

We offer a place for students to see current job openings. Visit our Student Jobs Board.

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Want to know more about taking the GED?
Here is a list of questions and answers to the most frequently asked questions about the GED test:

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Who can take the GED test?
Students must be 17 years old to take the GED test.

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When is the GED test offered?
GED testing is available on Friday (excluding holidays), from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm in the Pearson View Testing lab in the Gateway Center on CNCC's Craig campus.

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How much does taking the GED cost?
The complete four-part test is $174.00. However, if you need to re-test you only need to pay for the sections you retake at a rate of $43.50 per section. You will need to pay for the test at the time you register.

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How do I register for the test?
There are two ways to register: Log on to myGED.com or call (877) 392-6433. When you register, you will be given a confirmation of the date, time, and place. Be sure to bring a government-issued photo I.D. that includes your birth date (a valid driver's license is ideal).

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Where is the test given?
The GED test is administered fully online, but you need to come to our testing center at CNCC, in Craig at 2801 W. 9th St. Testing may also be available in Rangely and Meeker by special arrangement. Contact Keith Peterson at 970-675-3258  to schedule a test in Meeker or Rangely. 

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How do I prepare for the GED test?
Students are encouraged to take the Pre-GED Assessment offered through the Adult Basic Education at CNCC prior to taking the actual GED exam. If you are not ready to take the exam, CNCC offers courses designed to help you prepare for the test. Learn more here: GED Information.

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To learn more, and to register, call Theresa King at 970-824-0831.