GED Orientation
Registration for January classes will begin in mid-November 2019. Watch for the new schedule to be posted. For questions or online registration help, call (928) 776-2320. Students must have a legal ID at Orientation to participate.
Can't take a class right now? Use the Quickstart Guide to get started on your GED.
All GED Prep Classes begin with a mandatory 4-day Orientation. All classes are hybrid, including face-to-face lecture with online curriculum support.
- Day 1 : Overview of the program, registration agreement. Begin Student Success Skills Module.
- Day 2 : Pretesting Begins. Continue Success Skills Module.
- Day 3 : Pretesting Continued. Individual Student interviews. Complete Success SKills Module.
- Day 4 : Student interviews continue. Final pretesting as needed. Student enroll in canvas online curriculum and ACRC software, introduction to the GED classroom experiance and begin work on the GED Civics Test
Prescott Campus
| Register here | Class Schedule | Orientation Schedule * | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Afternoon Class Essential GED Topics |
TBA | Tue Thur 1:30 - 4:30pm |
1:00 - 4:30pm |
| Evening Class Essential GED Topics |
TBA | Mon Wed 5:00 - 8:00pm |
5:00 - 8:30pm |
| Morning Class Essential GED Topics |
TBA | Tues Thurs 9:00 - 12:00pm |
9:30 - 1:00pm |
* All days required
Register here Prescott GED Prep Orientation / Class
Prescott Valley Campus
| Register here | Class Schedule | Orientation Schedule * | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evening Class Essential GED Topics |
TBA | Tues Thurs 5:00 - 8:00pm |
5:00 - 8:30pm |
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Morning Class Essential GED Topics |
TBA | Mon, Wed, Thurs 10:00- 12:30pm |
10:00 - 1:00pm |
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Afternoon Class Essential GED Topics |
TBA | Tues Thurs 1:00 - 4:00pm | 1:00 - 4:30pm |
* All days required
Register here Prescott Valley GED Prep Orientation / Class
Verde Valley Campus
| Register here | Class Schedule | Orientation Schedule * | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evening Class Essential GED Topics |
TBA | Tues Thurs 5:00 - 8:00pm |
5:00- 8:30pm |
| Afternoon Class Essential GED Topics |
TBA | Mon Weds 1:00 - 4:00pm |
1:00- 4:30pm |
* All days required
Register here Verde Valley GED Prep Orientation / Class
Chino Valley Campus
GED class in Chino Valley is not currently scheduled. Please contact cheryl.casey@yc.edu for more information.
Register here Chino Valley GED Prep Orientation / Class
GED Virtual Classroom
Students meet weekly online with an instructor for Virtual Classroom. This program is an open entry, by appointment session. There is a required 6-8 hour Orientation & Pretesting. Students Must Meet In-person on Campus
For more information contact kate.redmon@yc.edu
Register here for GED Virtual Classroom
Start fresh today!
If you are at least 16 years old, out of high school, and are a legal US resident, you are eligible to join us!
GED Prep Class
Students begin class with a required 3-day Orientation. Courses covers the essential GED topics relevant to passing the GED test, with 50% emphasis on math from the basics and word problems through beginning algebra & geometry. Other topics include grammar and language skills, GED essay writing practice, reading from primary sources, and general science, social studies, and civics topics.
Math-focused GED Classes (e.g. math fundamentals or algebra boot camp)
Students begin class with a required Orientation. This course covers essential GED topics with a strong emphasis on the math required to pass the GED test. Test topics such as essay writing, the scientific method and civics may also be covered. This math review class is a great refresher for students preparing for college math or the GED.
GED Prep/Bridge to Career
Eligible GED students win a scholarship for a free, 1-credit YC business class, BSA 102- Career Search and Success. BSA 102 is one of three courses which make up the YC Administrative Professional Basic Certificate. This 3-hour lab employs a teaching assistant who supports students through their YC online course.
GED: Virtual Classroom (Online class)
Great for students who can't get to a class regularly, this course is a virtual classroom, requiring weekly attendance at a virtual "class", online coursework, and periodic face-to-face testing. Students must first show online class readiness through a series of activities and emails with the instructor. Tutoring and GED practice testing are available. An in-person orientation and testing session is required. Contact kate.redmon@yc.edu for more information.
Which YC Adult Education Program is right for you?
Our program offers several ways to prepare for the GED, college or career. Each non-credit class includes pre- and post-assessments, Official GED Practice Tests, and instruction which targets what you need to achieve your goals. Whether you choose GED Prep Class, Math Review, or Virtual GED (Online class) -- all our classes are all FREE and open to students with or without a high school diploma.