Is the GED a valuable credential?

Series or Serial: Myths and realities; no. 10

Publisher: The Ohio State University

Published At: Columbus, OH

Date Published: 2000

Distributor: ERIC Clearinghouse on Adult, Career, and Vocational Education, Center on Education and Training for Employment, The Ohio State University

Source Address: 1900 Kenny Road

Source City/State/Zip: Columbus OH 43210

Phone: 800-848-4815

Material Type: Information Analysis

Intended Audience: General

Physical Media: Print

Physical Description: 4 p

Subjects: High School Equivalency Programs

Abstract:
This publication examines questions about the value of a GED to high school drop-outs and how a GED credential translates to employment, earnings, further education and personal well-being. References are given.

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