GED®

Students prepare to improve their academic knowledge in Mathematical Reasoning, Science, Social Studies, and Reasoning through Language Arts in order to take the state-administered GED® test.
Classes are FREE to residents of Ansonia, Derby, Monroe, Seymour, and Shelton. A small fee is charged for non-residents.
Classes are held at Valley Regional Adult Education, located in the Richard O. Belden building at 54 Grove Street, Shelton, CT
Day and Evening Classes are available.
GED Online Resources

GED® Class Registration - 2024

2024 Fall registration begins in August 2024
Complete the online registration then we will call you to schedule an appointment.
Note if you are 17 years of age you must also provide a copy of your withdrawal letter signed by your parent/guardian from the last day school you attended to register for the class.

All GED® exam information is available online. Set up an account and get started today at www.GED.com.
Eligibility requirements are:
- Students must be a resident of Connecticut and have a current and valid government issued photo ID.
- 18 year-olds and officially withdrawn from school for at least 6 months.
- Taken and passed the official GEDReady practice tests.
- There is a $13.00 fee for students 21 years of age and older. Veterans are exempt.
When you are ready to schedule an appointment to register for the official GED® exam call Sharon Shimonov, GED® Counselor, at 203.924.6651.
Accommodations for the GED® test are available for qualified individuals with a disability. For more information, contact Valley Regional Adult Education, 203-924-6651 or Sabrina Mancini at the Connecticut State Department of Education at 860-807-2110.

Fall 2024 Day Class Registration starts in August
- Tuesday 9:30AM - 12:30PM
- Wednesday 9:30AM - 12:30PM
Fall 2024 Evening Class Registration starts in August.
- Monday 6:00PM - 8:30PM
- Wednesday 6:00PM - 8:30PM