GED Stories

Danielle from Detroit, MI – 20 What motivated me to get my GED was me wanting to continue my education and become more of what I am today. I never actually dropped out of school or stopped going for a certain amount of time. I just always missed a lot of days throughout my first three [...]

Narinder from Othello, WA – 28 I just want to have a better future, so I’m currently working on getting my GED at BBCC.  My dream is to become a nurse. My English is not strong, and I’m taking an ESL class.  I’m also taking a GED class, and need help with the English in it.

Loretta from Brookyn, NY I work as a PCA, and I want to further my career in the medical field. I need a GED. I’m tired of the low rate jobs I’ve been working for nearly 4 years. I’m still making 8.50. Ugh, I’m sick of this! I need a GED. Loretta, Good luck, the rising [...]

Sam — 21 I work in fast food. I want a GED so I can one day get a better job, have a place of my own, and be able to pay my bills. My boyfriend has done so much to inspire and encourage me to finally get my GED. He knows that I want to be [...]

Jean I’ve tried to motivate myself to get my GED, because I want to go back to school. No one has helped me. I try to motive myself, but I can’t. I don’t have the strength. When I try to study, I get so mad because I don’t understand it. I have three kids. All [...]

Jazzibel from Bethlehem, PA - 22 What motivated me to get my GED are my 3 beautiful kids. And the strong will to become a nurse. Since I was a child I had always enjoyed helping others. My husband and children are my motivation to continue on this fulfilling journey to accomplishing my dreams. I got my [...]

Name: Olga The most important goal I would like to achieve in the next few years would be to become a LPN and go to work in the health care field. I plan on achieving this goal by obtaining my GED, getting into an LPN program, and studying real hard to pass the national exam. [...]

Name: Jasmine Age: 23 City and State: Baltimore, MD What motivated you to get your GED degree? I have been through a lot, and I need a new start. I have three kids that need to learn from a responsible adult. I feel like if I set a good example for them now, they will [...]

Name: Carla Age: 42 What motivated you to get your GED degree? I am divorced, have 2 teen boys, and I barely make ends meet with the money I make being a hairstylist. I’ve gone out looking for a job where I can make more than minimum wage, but it requires a degree or a [...]

Name: Elizabeth Age: 25 City and State: Surfside Beach, South Carolina What motivated you to get your GED degree? I want a better life for my husband and 5 children. My dream has always been for me to become a nurse. How have your friends and family helped you? My parents and husband have been [...]