Pre-College GED – Before College
Students can earn a High School Equivalency Diploma at TOCC in two ways. Choose the one that best fits your learning style, and let us help you start on the path to success.
Pre-College GED Classes
To help prepare students for the GED exam, students who are 16 and older and not currently enrolled in high school may take GED preparation courses in the four subject areas that will be on the exam: math, science, social studies, and reasoning.
Pre-College GED Program – Entry Steps
- Submit the GED Intake Form. After submitting, proceed to Step 2. A GED team representative will follow up within 1–2 business days.
- Create a GED.com account and complete all four GED Ready practice tests.
- Study for and pass the Arizona Civics Test with a score of 70 or higher within 30 days of submitting the intake form.
Cost: $9
Available in-person at a testing center or via online proctored exam.
After completing steps 1-3, our program will review the information submitted and you’ll be invited to an upcoming program orientation to get started with your student cohort.
Having questions? Book a 15-minute GED advising session here.
GED FAST TRACK
If you are confident you have the academic skills to complete your GED without enrolling in a GED program, we can help you!
You may contact our office and provide your name, email address, and contact number. The Pre-College GED program administrator will contact you. You must have a MyGED account set up for the FAST TRACK option.
Pre-College GED Program Alumni Spotlight
Sara Ann Guiterrez: https://collegefund.org/blog/a-long-walk-to-a-fast-track-pre-college-ged-program/
Cheri Nelson: https://collegefund.org/blog/my-journey/
2024 Pre- College GED Graduates
- Sara Guiterrez
- Angel Enriquez
- Lehauli Serious
2023 Pre- College GED Graduates
- Cheri Nelson
- Tom Merino
- Marissa Delgado
- Danielle Ignacio
- Alaysia Anique Gomez
- Simone Jessy Miranda
The Importance of Math for the GED, College, and the Workplace
The math portion of the GED test is usually the most difficult to pass.T here are four areas: basic math, geometry, basic algebra, and graphs and functions. Mastery of basic math skills are necessary for success before starting the Pre College-GED Program.
Math Readiness Skills to Master Before Starting Pre-College GED Program
1. Complete 60 multiplication problems correctly in three minutes. Use the link below to practice.
2. Add three- digit and 4- digit whole numbers with all problems correct. Use the link below to practice.
3. Subtract three- digit and 4- digit whole numbers with all problems correct. Use the link below to practice.
Importance of Math in College
Mastering mathematics is helpful in almost any career. Learning math helps workers analyze and solve problems. Math teaches other important practices, including how to approach tasks methodically, pay attention to detail, and think abstractly. A mathematical background gives you the chance to move in all kinds of directions.
College Credit Pathway (CCP) Program
You must be at least 16 years old or older and not currently enrolled in high school. You can earn your High School Equivalency Diploma by completing 25 specific college credits (courses must be at the 100-course level or above) with a C grade or above and passing the Arizona Civics Test. If you are interested in applying for the CCP program and have questions, please reach out to the Academic Advising Manager: Christina Coffman, ccoffman@tocc.edu.
