Buy a GED study guide, which is available in bookstores and online. These guides give basic information about the exams, the understanding needed to pass the tests and practice tests.
Contact your local adult literacy center to find out about GED courses in your area. If you can't find such a center, call a local library; they often set up classes or tutoring for GED students and some even have online courses.
Phone or visit a nearby technical school, college or university. Dekalb Technical College offers free GED classes in several Georgia counties.
Take practice tests. These scores help you see what areas you need to focus on most in order to pass the exam.
Study one subject at a time. You can take each portion of the GED exam separately, so you don't have to try to learn everything at once.
Work with a tutor if you need more individualized instruction than you get get elsewhere. Check advertisements or with local schools to find specialized assistance.
Establish a study schedule and stick to it. Set aside a certain amount of time every day to help keep the ideas fresh and put them in your long-term memory.
Learn test-taking techniques. Understanding how to best take a multiple-choice exam can make a big difference in your score on most of the battery.