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If you need to take a GED test prep course, you need to register as soon as possible. You must also provide us with documentation that you are enrolled in a course. If you do not enroll in a timely basis, it will affect your ability to remain employed. If you aren’t sure where you can go to take the GED test, contact your prior high school – or any high school. They should be able to give you information on where you can take the test. When you receive your GED, make sure to have the documentation sent to us. This would include your GED as well as a copy of your test scores.  \nQ: Do I still need to provide high school transcripts if I have my GED?  \nA: Yes. Although your transcripts will not show a date graduated, it will show if you have at least one credit of algebra or higher math course. This is documentation that we need to verify that you meet the qualifications for apprenticeship. If you took your GED test in Minnesota, you should be able to request that your GED and test scores be sent directly to us by submitting your written request to:  \nMinnesota Department of Education  \nAdult Basic Education  \n1500 Highway 36 West  \nRoseville, MN 55113-4266  \nQ: What if I didn’t take or didn’t pass algebra in high school?  \nA: Take an algebra course now! You must also provide us with documentation that you are enrolled in a course. If you do not enroll in a timely basis, it will affect your ability to remain employed. Algebra courses are taught at most vocational schools and they will be able to provide transcripts verifying that you have successfully completed the course. You may also meet this qualification by taking the Tech Math course on-line through the NJATC. Simply log onto their website at [http://www.electricaltrainingalliance.org/Learning/OnlineTechMath](http://www.electricaltrainingalliance.org/Learning/OnlineTechMath) and register for this class. When you are at their website, click on the “NJATC Training” tab near the top of the page, scroll down to “Tech Math”. You are able to register and pay for this class in this area. Payment can be done with a major credit card. This on-line course can be completed in 20 days. The NJATC will email you transcripts verifying that you have successfully completed the course. When you receive your transcript email you must forward it directly to us.  \nQ: I went to school a long time ago … I was home schooled … My school is no longer there. How can I get my transcripts?  \nA: Easy. It doesn’t matter how long you have been out of school, you will be able to get transcripts.  \nSimply call your high school, they can forward your transcripts to us. If you were home schooled or if your high school no longer exists, all you need to do is call the school district office. 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