There are several testing policies that apply in Oregon: there are no residency requirements; the testing fee varies, depending on the test taken; the minimum age for GED testing without exceptions is 18; the minimum age for testing with parent's permission (and additional paperwork) is 16; and there is no waiting to retest.
Transcripts or duplicate certificates can be ordered from the Department of Community Colleges and Workforce Development in Salem for a fee of $5. It takes about seven to 10 days by mail or you can visit the office to get one right away. They will not fax you a certificate.
Third party verification is when an employer or school needs to see proof of GED certification. They can be requested with the examinee's permission. The Oregon state office will fax a copy of the verification if requested, or one will be mailed with a seven to 10 day mailing time. Verifications cannot be done over the phone.
People who have taken the GED test can check their scores online at Ged123.org, unless it was granted before 1986. If so, a written request form is required. If employers or schools don't need an official transcript, the examinee can use this method to show GED certification.
There are 18 locations throughout the state of Oregon that provide adult basic education and skills to help people study for a GED test as well as several online sources available. Your local library or book store also has study materials available.
All GED testing is done at an approved testing facility. They cannot be taken online. The American Council on Education (ACE) website helps determine where a testing location is, based on zip code search. ACE recommends visiting the test center in person, since occasionally test times and locations change without notice.