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The two assessments cover the same content areas and allow test takers to demonstrate proficiency and the academic skills expected by employers and post-secondary institutions.  \nApplicants can take either the:  \n1. General Educational Development (GED®) Test  \n2. High School Equivalency Test (HiSET®)  \nPassing either of the two assessments in North Carolina results in the issuance of a High School Equivalency Diploma by the North Carolina State Board of Community Colleges. Central Piedmont offers classes at no cost to prepare you for the exams.  \nAny person 18 and over may choose to take the GED® or HiSET® . The North Carolina High School Equivalency testing program requires all candidates 16 and 17 years of age to obtain special approval to take the High School Equivalency test. Submit minor documentation to a CCRAdmissions Specialist at any of our six Welcome Center campuses.  \nTo obtain transcripts or additional copies of a diploma, visit Diploma Sender.","cbCaioIpoqZjeeX9","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaioIpoqZjeeX9","pdf",15554,"English","# High School Equivalency assessment options\n## GED® Test\n## HiSET® High School Equivalency Test\n# Eligibility and special approval\n## Age requirements\n## Submission of minor documentation\n# Preparation and diploma issuance\n## No-cost preparation classes\n## Diploma and transcript access","[{\"question\":\"What are the two assessment options offered for a High School Equivalency Diploma?\",\"answer\":\"Central Piedmont offers the GED® Test and the HiSET® High School Equivalency Test. Both cover the same academic content areas.\"},{\"question\":\"Do the GED® and HiSET® tests lead to the same credential in North Carolina?\",\"answer\":\"Yes. 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