Canadian Adult Education Credential

AKA: CAEC

Provided by: Government of Prince Edward Island - Department of Workforce and Advanced Learning - AKA: Workforce, Advanced Learning and Population (former name)

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A new high school equivalency program developed to replace GED tests. The CAEC is a reliable indicator of Canadian adults' level of educational achievement equivalent to Grade 12 diploma. Individuals who did not finish high school can register to take a series of five CAEC tests which, when successfully passed, allow them to receive a PEI Grade 12 equivalency diploma.

The following five subject areas are covered:

Mathematics
Reading
Social studies
Science
Writing

CAEC test outcomes and sample tests are available to review online.

Qualified candidates for Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) can be exempt from writing a CAEC subject test since PLAE recognizes learning gained outside of the CAEC tests. Visit website for full details.

Accommodations are available to support candidates that are related to a medically diagnosed condition or extenuating circumstances. Visit website for full details.

Note: The GED will continue to be a recognized credential. For current GED holders, the credential remains valid and does not expire.

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The following five subject areas are covered:

Mathematics
Reading
Social studies
Science
Writing

CAEC test outcomes and sample tests are available to review online.

Accommodations are available to support candidates that are related to a medically diagnosed condition or extenuating circumstances. Visit website for full details.

Note: The GED will continue to be a recognized credential. For current GED holders, the credential remains valid and does not expire.

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Description:	A new high school equivalency program developed to replace GED tests. The CAEC is a reliable indicator of Canadian adults' level of educational achievement equivalent to Grade 12 diploma. Individuals who did not finish high school can register to take a series of five CAEC tests which, when successfully passed, allow them to receive a PEI Grade 12 equivalency diploma. The following five subject areas are covered: Mathematics Reading Social studies Science Writing CAEC test outcomes and sample tests are available to review online. Qualified candidates for Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) can be exempt from writing a CAEC subject test since PLAE recognizes learning gained outside of the CAEC tests. Visit website for full details. Accommodations are available to support candidates that are related to a medically diagnosed condition or extenuating circumstances. Visit website for full details. Note: The GED will continue to be a recognized credential. For current GED holders, the credential remains valid and does not expire.
Eligibility:	Applicants must: -Be a resident of Epekwitk / PEI -Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident -Be 18 years or older -Not currently enrolled in high school - Not already have a GED -Not have a high school certificate To apply Prior Learning Assessment Recognition (PLAR): -Candidates must have achieved a passing standard on a 2002 Canadian Test Series GED™ test in the same subject and/or high school or adult education course equivalents -Candidates may also qualify to be exempt from writing a specific CAEC subject test if they can demonstrate achievement in high school credit courses. Please refer to PLAR Request Form for a list of eligible high school courses Accomodations are available for: Candidates that are related to a medically diagnosed condition or extenuating circumstances as determined by the jurisdictional CAEC administrator Must fill out the Accommodations Request form during the registration process.
Fees:	No fees
How to Access:	Create a CAEC account * Book a CAEC test session through the portal
Documents Required:	-CAEC account -Completed PLAR Request Form and High school transcript for PLAR exemption process (if applicable) -Completed Accommodation Request Form (if applicable)
Language:	English * French
Website:	https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/service/canadian-adult-education-credential-caec
Coverage Area:	Epekwitk / Prince Edward Island

CAEC Testing Program Office- AKA: GED Testing Program Office (former name)

Atlantic Technology Centre, 176 Great George Street, Suite 212, Charlottetown, PE C1A 4K9
Coverage Area: Epekwitk / Prince Edward Island
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
October to May: Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm
June to September: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
caec@gov.pe.ca

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Canadian Adult Education Credential

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CAEC Testing Program Office- AKA: GED Testing Program Office (former name)

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