Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC)

CAEC Information:

The GED® is no longer available in Canada effective May 3, 2024. The Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC) provides a high-quality, Canadian education credential to replace the GED®. There is no effect on the validity of completed GED® credentials. The GED® will continue to be recognized as a valid credential.

The CAEC is for adults who do not have a high school diploma and are seeking access to:

employment prospects
education pathways
training opportunities

You should confirm directly with prospective employers, post-secondary institutions and others that the CAEC meets their job or admission requirements.

Registration for CAEC exams:

Exams are taken one subject at a time and cost $80.00 per exam. Registration and exam booking/payment MUST be completed online. If you have questions please contact our exam coordinator at exams@gppl.ca

Sign Up Instructions

CAEC Testing Requirements

Reading Test requires 75 minutes and consists of 50 questions.
Writing Test requires 75 minutes of writing time and consists of 1 persuasive writing task.
Social Studies Test requires 90 minutes of writing time and consists of 40 questions.
Science Test requires 90 minutes of writing time and consists of 35 questions.
Math Test consists of two individual Math tests: Math Test- Part I does not allow the use of a calculator and takes about 30 minutes. It consists of 12 questions. Math Test-Part II does allow the use of a built-in calculator, takes about 90 minutes, and consists of 30 questions.

For more information on the test outcomes, please visit the CAEC website.

All writing materials are provided (pens, scrap paper, etc.)

Bring only valid government issued photo ID (driver’s license, passport, other government ID). Cell phones, electronic devices are not allowed and must not be brought to the exam.

Arrive on time for every test to allow for check in.

CAEC Preparation

You can access CAEC sample tests here.