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External Diploma Program vs. GED: Which Path to High School Diploma?

Explore the differences between EDP and GED programs. EDP focuses on life skills, untimed work, and real-world experiences, while GED covers high school academics in timed exams. Discover who EDP is best for and what the program entails, including assessments, competency requirements, and extra support options. Choose the right path to earn your high school diploma!

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External Diploma Program vs. GED: Which Path to High School Diploma?

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  1. A GED Alternative:External Diploma Program A program offered by the South Baltimore Learning CenterMarch 21, 2012

  2. What’s the difference? EDP(External Diploma Program) • Independent study + work submitted • Based on life skills/work experience • All work is untimed • Program takes 6-12 months GED(General Education Development) • Classes + exam • Based on high school academics • Test is timed • Test is 8 hours EDP(External Diploma Program) • Independent study + work submitted • Based on life skills/work experience • All work is untimed • Program takes 6-12 months VS.

  3. More Differences GED(General Education Development) • Tests on algebra & geometry • Earn your High School Diploma • Test includes writing a formal essay • $45 EDP(External Diploma Program) • Includes fractions, percents & decimals • Write a paragraph, resume & letters • Earn your High School Diploma • $200 (can be paid in installments) VS.

  4. Who is EDP for? • EDP students are usually: • Somewhat older with more life and work experiences • Able to manage their family, work, and civic responsibilities • Self-directed and willing to do whatever it takes to complete educational goals

  5. What is EDP Like? • PHASE 1: Diagnostic • Program Advisor evaluates your skills • Writing • Survey of past life experiences • Career Inventory (on computer) • Job/Training Questionnaire • Must complete diagnostic section to begin Phase 2

  6. What is EDP Like? • PHASE 2: Assessment • Attend scheduled meetings with Assessor • Submit workbooks that demonstrate • Writing • Mathematics • Problem solving • Reading comprehension • Critical thinking • Program Assessorevaluates completed materials to decide if you have demonstrated the “core competencies”

  7. What is an Assessment Meeting? • Private office visit with Assessor • A time to show Assessor you have mastered certain skills • Meetings include: • Spot Check Interviews • Speaking • Perform problems • Frequency: • 1 day per week • 1-1.5 hours per visit

  8. How much work is it? • 5 workbooks • 65 activities • You make your own schedule • Work at home and in the EDP office

  9. What is 100% Competency? • Learners must complete all work correctly to finish the program • Incorrect work can be made up • You decide your pace

  10. Extra Support • SBLC Drop-In Tutoring Lab • Open weekdays & weekday evenings • GHCC’s Adult Learning Center • Local Libraries

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