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Jan 10

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New Details about the California Proficiency Program and the HiSET

By Katherine Friedman CHSPE, CPP, GED, High School, HiSET, Test Prep

After much anticipation, the California Department of Education has finally released information about how students can get a California Certificate of Proficiency, which holds the same weight as a high school diploma, by taking the HiSET exam. This is one of two tests that will replace the CHSPE. The HiSET exam has been around for…

Nov 01

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CHSPE changing to the CPP

By Jeff B. CHSPE, High School, Test Prep

What was the CHSPE? For years, students who wanted to qualify to leave high school early in California took the California High School Proficiency Exam (or CHSPE). A passing score on the CHSPE allowed students to leave high school to pursue their professional or educational goals. Many students used their passing CHSPE grade to enter…

Mar 10

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Is the GED Right for Me?

By Katherine Friedman CHSPE, Test Prep

The current pandemic has thrown a lot of plans into question. If you were a student who was planning to take the CHSPE last year and were unable to do so, or if you’re looking to earn your high school equivalency this year, you might consider taking the GED instead. The GED offers test-at-home and…

Mar 10

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How to Ace the CHSPE Essay

By Katherine Friedman CHSPE, Independent School Admissions, Test Prep

Note: The CHSPE is scheduled to change with the March 2021 test, meaning the October 2020 test date is the final test for current standards. Read more about this change here: Change is Coming to the CHSPE The below article is about the current test, which will be administered through the end of 2020. If…

Feb 03

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