Adults in Newfoundland and Labrador looking to earn a secondary school equivalency now have access to a new nationally developed assessment, as online registration opens for the Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC).
The CAEC replaces the former General Education Development (GED) program and is intended for individuals who do not have a high school diploma but need an education credential to pursue further learning or employment.
The new credential was developed collaboratively by provinces and territories across Canada, with input from employers and post-secondary institutions, according to the provincial Department of Education.
A made-in-Canada credential
The goal, the department said, is to offer a high-quality, Canadian-designed alternative to the GED that meets current industry and educational standards.
“Employers, post-secondary institutions and others will be able to count on the credential as a reliable indicator of Canadian adults’ level of educational achievement,” the department said in a statement.
Accessible, online testing
The CAEC is delivered on an online platform and includes support for test-takers requiring learning accommodations. Registration is now open for residents of Newfoundland and Labrador.
The program is part of broader efforts to improve adult education access and outcomes across the country.
