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Oregon High School Equivalency Program
Oregon's High School Equivalency Program, administered by the HECC Office of Community Colleges and Workforce Development (CCWD) oversees the GED® test preparation, instruction and testing process in Oregon. The GED® program provides individuals with an opportunity to earn a GED® test credential. Earning a GED® test credential can help individuals improve their chances to find work, increase earnings, and/or pursue additional education through community colleges, universities or training programs.
The HECC works in partnership with
GED Testing Service (GEDTS), the 17 community colleges and other state, community, county and local partners to provide GED
® test preparation and testing to Oregonians across the state. The HECC provides leadership, technical assistance, training, professional development and guidance in support of the 2014 GED
® test series to Oregon community colleges, the Oregon Department of Education GED
® Option Program, many community programs, and over 70 test sites across Oregon.
Mission
To serve as a bridge to higher education, trade schools, apprenticeship programs and employment opportunities for Oregonians who have not earned a high school diploma.
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