During the orientation session, students are given a pre-test to determine their current knowledge level. The test is approximately two hours long, including time for paperwork. Attendance at the pre-test also guarantees students a seat in one of the GED preparation classes.
The upcoming orientation sessions are scheduled as follows:
Thursday, September 14, 2006
1 p.m. - Penn Center 212
349 Wiconisco St.
Wednesday, September 27, 2006
6 p.m. - Blocker Hall 113
HACC Harrisburg Campus
Thursday, October 12, 2006
1 p.m. - Community Center for Technology and the Arts (CCTA) 201c
1523 N. 4th St.
Thursday, October 26, 2006
1 p.m. - Penn Center 212
349 Wiconisco St.
Thursday, November 9, 2006
1 p.m. - Community Center for Technology and the Arts (CCTA) 201c
1523 N. 4th St.
Wednesday, December 6, 2006
6 p.m. - Blocker Hall 113
HACC Harrisburg Campus
Tuesday, December 19, 2006
1 p.m. - Penn Center 212
349 Wiconisco St.
With 95 percent of American colleges, universities and employers considering the GED equivalent to a high school diploma, HACC understands the importance of serving area residents as an Official GED Testing Center, according to Lori Fair, Ed.D, dean, Adult Basic Education and Developmental Studies.
"We offer these orientation sessions as a means for people to become familiar with the process of getting their GED," said Fair. "There are many who are looking to obtain their GED, but may not be certain of the first step. Prospective students can come to an orientation session and find out and learn that we're here to help.
"We can guide students every step of the way. In the end the GED provides the pathway for lifelong learning. There are many reasons people take the GED tests, such as to enter post secondary schools, vocational or training programs, for employment purposes or personal satisfaction."
To reserve a space for a GED orientation session, call the college at 717-780-2650 or 717-780-1117. For more information on HACC's GED Preparation Program, visit www.hacc.edu.