Community Services' GED Testing Center is the state's largest.  We also offer GED preparation programs as well as many other related services.  For more information regarding testing dates, costs, and registration information, please see the links below.

GED 2009 Brochure

GED, SAT, & LSAT Preparation Courses

SABES (System for Adult Basic Education Support)

SABES supports Adult Basic Education practitioners and learners in Berkshire, Franklin, Hampden and Hampshire Counties. SABES provides comprehensive training and technical assistance and assists with developing the skills, talents and knowledge of Adult Basic Education practitioners.  SABES assists learners to reach their full potential as well as promoting effective instruction and enhanced program quality. 

For more information regarding SABES call (413) 552-2586 or visit their website at www.sabeswest.org

ADULT LEARNING – DOWNTOWN HOLYOKE

The HCC Adult Learning Center at CareerPoint on High Street in Holyoke (HCCALC) offers evening Basic Literacy and Pre-GED and GED preparation classes that are free and focus on reading, writing, math, reasoning, decision making and test taking skills, as well as GED subject area knowledge. An initial assessment, pre- and post-tests are also provided along with GED Practice Testing for qualified students.

To learn more about Basic Literacy, Pre-GED classes and GED classes, please call (413) 532-4900, x116

ADULT LEARNING – LUDLOW

The Ludlow Area Adult Learning Center (LAALC) is a community-based ABE program that offers 5 levels of English (True Beginning, Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced) for speakers of other languages. Four classes are held in the evenings, 2 times a week, from 5:30 - 9:00pm and two classes are held in the morning. The LAALC also offers individual or paired tutoring for those who cannot attend evening classes as well as computer skills workshops, assistance with citizenship issues, and transitioning learners to college. All learners receive career counseling, academic counseling, and referrals as needed. Located at 221 East Street in Ludlow, the center is open Monday through Thursdays from 12noon to 9:00pm and until 2:30pm on Fridays.

For more information, please call (413) 583-0320. All services are free.

ADULT LEARNING – MAIN CAMPUS

Community Services offers fee-based GED Preparation classes throughout the year. Classes meet twice per week for 11 weeks in the evening. Classes are 2 hours in length. There is no wait list and pre and post testing are included. To register, visit the 2nd Floor Non-Credit Registration Lobby Desk in the Kittredge Center. For more information, contact Community Services at (413) 552-2320.