HSEC - High School Equivalency Certificate

 
The Wyoming Community College Commission approved multiple pathways to earn the Wyoming High School Equivalency Certificate. LCCC offers two tests: HiSET and 2014 GED®. Both tests are based on a subset of the Common Core State Standards CCSSS) referred to as the College and Career Readiness Standards CCRSS).
 

Free preparation for the HiSET is available through ACES in Cheyenne and the TLC in Laramie.

  • Testing is available in-person on computer, in-person on paper or remotely as an online exam.
  • Tests are available in English or Spanish.
  • Subject Areas:
Content Area Time Allowed Questions
Language Arts-Reading

65 minutes (English)
80 minutes (Spanish)

50
Language Arts-Writing 120 minutes
60
1 essay prompt
Mathematics 90 minutes 55
Science 80 minutes 60
Social Studies 70 minutes 60
  • Official Practice Test is free for enrolled students.
  • Up to two free retakes.

Learn about Wyoming testing requirements.

Students register for a HiSET account at hiset.org.

Scheduling is done online or by phone to HiSET 1.855.MyHiSET or 1.855.694.4738.

Cost

Exam Fee paid to HiSET

  • In-Person Computer-Based Test: $53.75
  • In-Person Paper-Based Test: $75
  • Online Exam: $141.25

Plus LCCC Testing Center Fee

  • Test center fee of $40 for the initial 5 subject tests or $10 per subject test (including retakes) must be prepaid to LCCC.

Free preparation for the GED is available through ACES in Cheyenne.

  • Testing is available in-person on computer or remotely as an online exam.
  • Tests are available in English or Spanish.

Subject Areas:

Content Area Time Allowed
Mathematical Reasoning 115 minutes
Reasoning Through Language Arts 150 minutes
Science 90 minutes
Social Studies 70 minutes
  • GED Ready (official practice test) $6.99 per subject
  • Up to one free retake (not offered for online exam)

Students register for a MyGED account at ged.com.

Test scheduling is done online.

Cost

  • In-Person computer-based total battery is $104
  • In-Person computer-based individual subtest is $26
  • Online Exam is $144

Main Cheyenne Campus

Candidates are encouraged to enroll in the ACES program to complete their High School Equivalency Certificate preparation. This preparation is free. Individualized instruction is provided to prepare students to complete the High School Equivalency Certificate tests. Classes offered include reading, writing, math, science and social studies.
 
For more information on requirements for the High School Equivalency Certificate, visit the Wyoming Community College Commission

Testing

All High School Equivalency Certificate testing is scheduled through the test publisher websites ged.com and hiset.org. Contact ACES at 307.637.2450 for assistance with registering or scheduling.
Note: Former students who need a transcript may contact the Chief Examiner at 307.637.2450, or visit diplomasender.com or call 855.313.5799.

Albany County Campus

Candidates are encouraged to enroll in the Teaching and Learning Center (TLC) program to complete their High School Equivalency Certificate HSECC) Preparation. This preparation is free. Individualized instruction is provided to prepare students to complete the HiSET test. Classes offered include reading, writing, math, science, and social studies.  

For more information on requirements for the High School Equivalency Certificate, visit the Wyoming Community College Commission

Testing

All HiSET testing is scheduled through the test publisher website hiset.org. Contact the TLC at 307.772.4289 for assistance with registering or scheduling.
Note: Former students who need a transcript may contact the Chief Examiner at Chief Examiner at 307.772.4257 or visit diplomasender.com.

Pre-Testing and Instruction

Students begin their program by completing the Test of Adult Basic Education TABEE). This assessment will allow the TLC to design an educational plan that best fits each students needs. 

LCCC uses a variety of instructional devices and programs to help students achieve their goals. These include: 

  • instructor-led classes  
  • one-on-one instruction by appointment  
  • an adult education packet that includes work in reading, writing, mathematics, social studies, and science  

Official Practice Tests and High School Equivalency Certificate Signup 

After the student has completed assigned work and has shown improvement, they will begin the Official High School Equivalency Certificate Practice test. When they score prepared and/or well prepared on the test, they can then sign up for the official HiSET. 

Costs

The High School Equivalency Certificate test costs a total of $115 for all five tests at the Albany County Campus in Laramie. If these fees present a problem, students can speak with their instructor about applying for a partial $40 scholarship.