Call the Community College of Philadelphia at (215) 751-8006, Temple University at (215) 204-8615 or District 1199C Training Center at (215) 568-2220. You will hear registration and test dates for each location. According to Temple University, registration takes place in person on scheduled Saturday test dates and may take up to one hour.
Pay the fee associated with the test when you register. Fees are subject to change, so verify how much it will cost to take the test. This information will be available when you call to find out about registration dates. If you receive public assistance, you may qualify to have the state pay your fee.
Present a Pennsylvania state-issued identification card with you when you register for the test. It can be a driver's license or another state-issued identification with your picture on it. Take this with you when you take the test as well.
Register for a GED course at Community College of Pennsylvania, if you need to brush up on your material, which is recommended. Call (215) 751-8376 to hear a recording of available registration dates.
Purchase a GED practice book if you'd rather prepare without formal coursework. You can find a wide variety of GED practice books at your local library or at your local book store. If you decide to study on your own, put yourself on a schedule so that you keep up with your preparations.