At NFCC, our GED program goes beyond tutoring in math, science, language arts and social studies. We take a personalized approach to GED education that takes into account a student’s long-term goals.
“There are many different reasons why people pursue a GED diploma. Some of our students had to drop out of high school due to family commitments. In other cases, GED students who have a high school diploma, or even as high as a master’s degree from another country, have been forced to start over due to lost records,” says Wynona Kuehl, program manager.
Before tutoring begins, we work with the students to identify potential roadblocks and develop a plan for overcoming those barriers. They receive placement testing, which identifies knowledge gaps, and provides an individualized digital curriculum, so students can focus on areas they need support in and spend less time on areas of strength. In addition to helping students learn the material, our tutors share test-taking strategies and other tips for success along with constant encouragement.
NFCC’s support doesn’t end when a student passes their exams. Once they’ve achieved their goal and earned their GED, students are invited to work with a transition coach to identify the next best steps, whether it involves pursuing post-secondary education or exploring workforce opportunities.
For those seeking to further their education, a transition coach can help graduates apply and enroll with Gwinnett Technical College or Georgia State University. Graduates who are interested in immediate employment opportunities are referred to work with NFCC’s Workforce Coordinator.
The GED students take pride in their accomplishments, and NFCC joins in their excitement. Once a year, NFCC holds a celebration for all students who have completed their GED. Students can invite their family and friends to celebrate their accomplishment.
“Earning a GED diploma reclaims something that was taken or something that has been missing. A GED gives a pride and a taste for accomplishment that propels students in new directions, many of which they would have never imagined possible,” says Kuehl. “A GED is a step toward opportunities that everyone should have access, and most of us take for granted. Whenever students call to let me know they passed their final GED exam, I feel they have actually crossed the finish line into what was theirs all along.”
