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Penguin Random House has partnered with GEDWorks™ to offer our employees a flexible, no cost way to earn your GED credential. GEDWorks™ provides online GED prep curriculum, bilingual advisory support, and unlimited test pass guarantees for any employee wanting to achieve their GED credential

You will receive FREE access to:

Flexible, online study materials
GED practice tests
Official GED tests
A GED Advisor to walk you through each step of the process

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What’s the Difference Between the GED and a High School Diploma?

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What’s the difference between a GED and a high school diploma?

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What is the GED?

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How long does it take to get your GED?

GED Program Questions

What type of GED program is available?

Is the GED available in Spanish?

Hear from a Student

“I took the email I received about this program as a sign. I don’t want to be one of those people that say I’ll do it later because later turns into next year and so on. My motivation is my family; I know in order to achieve more in life I need my GED so I can get into college and learn more. You can never know enough; knowledge is power.”
– Cesar, earned his GED in 5 months

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What is the Accelerated Pathways Program?

What college partner is associated with the AP Program?

What program(s) of study is/are available under the AP Program?

How many courses do I need to take each semester?

The Accelerated Pathways Program has a specific course of study that each employee will need to follow. All employees will have access to an Academic Support Coordinator who will assist them in selecting the right courses based on their individual situations and needs. The number of courses taken in any given semester can affect your financial aid eligibility and program completion timeline.

When and how are courses offered?

All courses are delivered online asynchronously through the school’s web-based Learning Management System. Asynchronous learning allows students to access their educational materials at different times and locations. Prior to starting class, your Academic Support Coordinator will walk you through the LMS, which will become your virtual classroom. You will have the opportunity to interact with your instructor as well as access course materials through the LMS allowing for flexibility in establishing study habits.

The courses are accessible 24/7 and employees are expected to complete their coursework outside of working hours.

How do I apply?

After submitting a request on the Brighten Your Future application on our PRH Pearson site here, and eligibility pending, you will receive next steps to applying for an upcoming semester. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Eligible employees will also need to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and complete Pima Community College admissions process. Students must provide official high school/GED/college transcript(s). The Pima Community College school code to input on the FAFSA is 007266.

All application paperwork must be completed three (3) weeks prior to the course start date.

What is the FAFSA and why does it need to be filled out?

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a form that can be prepared annually by current and prospective college students (undergraduate and graduate) in the United States to determine their eligibility for student financial aid. Each employee will need to complete a FAFSA each year to be eligible for the AP Program. Any program costs that are not covered by financial aid will be covered by Penguin Random House under this Program.

Where can I find the FAFSA application?

What official transcripts are required for enrollment?

Official High School or GED transcripts are required for acceptance as well as any college or university transcripts (if applicable) are required for transfer credit evaluation.

If you are applying to the AP Program at Pima Community College you will order your high school/college transcripts through Pima Community College’s transcript service provider. If you have a GED, you can order your GED transcript from the appropriate state testing service.

Are the credits earned through Pima Community College transferable to other educational institutions?

Transfer of credit decisions are always made by the receiving institution. However, the academic credits for the courses offered by Pima Community College, a regionally-accredited, non-profit college, have been historically accepted by other post-secondary academic institutions when students’ grades in those courses meet the receiving institution’s transfer credit grade requirements.

Are support services in place in case I need help?

Are the course(s) and/or support services available in Spanish?

Am I eligible if I already have an Associate's Degree?

Do I need to maintain a certain GPA in order to receive payment from the Company?

For each course taken, employees must receive a grade of C or above, or, for Pass/Fail courses, employees must pass.

If an employee fails one course, the employee will not be penalized and PRH will cover the cost of the coursework. If an employee fails a second course, PRH will still cover the cost of that course, however, the employee will then be placed on a 6-month suspension from the Program.

In order to enter back into the AP Program, the employee will be required to speak to their HR Generalist prior to reapplying to discuss how HR can support them moving forward. If the employee reenters the program, she/he will be required to pay one-quarter of the cost of the current term out-of-pocket. If the employee receives a passing grade at the end of the term, that cost will be reimbursed to them. If, however,the employee receives a failing grade for the third time, then she/he will not be reimbursed for the cost they incurred, and will no longer be able to participate in the Program thereafter.

What if I do not have access to the internet or a computer at home?

What withdrawal from coursework conditions exist?

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Hear from a Student

“While financial security is one of my goals for going to college, I would like to have more opportunities in my career where I can broaden my horizons. One day I’d like to be a CFO of a company. I would like to be an example to others who look like me and whose background is similar.”
– Chardonnay

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