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HSE Resources
While Studying and Testing
GEDWorksTM
Employers who participate in the GEDWorks program cover the cost of the GED test for their employees. Some participants in Colorado include*:
- Amazon
- Chili's Grill & Bar
- Jiffy Lube
- KFC
- Maggiano's Little Italy
- Murphy USA
- Pizza Hut
- Taco Bell
- The Cheesecake Factory
- Total Wine
*This is not an exhaustive list. GED is regularly adding more employers, but this office does not get notified.
To join GEDWorks, talk to your employer or edit your employment information in your GED student account profile.
What's Next? Life After Your Diploma
*The Colorado Department of Education does not endorse any of the outside organizations listed below. These resources are provided as a convenience to assist in your individual career exploration. This is not meant to be an exhaustive list but simply some resources that our office is aware of.*
Career Exploration through the State of Colorado
Broadband Career Pathway for HSE Completers
This pathway includes jobs like construction, telecommunications, fiber splicing, locating, technician, and more. Many of these positions are learn-and-earn jobs meant to help people advance their careers while earning up to $70,000-$80,000 per year.
Colorado's Registered Apprenticeships help you find a well-paying job while gaining hands-on (paid) experience in industries such as healthcare, cybersecurity, and hospitality, to name a few. Explore the Directory to browse current apprenticeships or connect with an apprenticeship navigator.
A free career exploration and resource platform for Coloradans of all ages and interests.
Connect with the workforce center in your county to access free career guidance and many other services to help kickstart or change your career.
Career Pathways through GED Testing Service
Interested in green energy jobs? Julius Education connects job seekers to green energy employers. They have partnered with GED Testing Service®, ICAST, and the Energy Efficiency Business Coalition (EEBC) to launch the Green Buildings Talent Accelerator program to recruit and place diverse candidates in Denver into high-demand green jobs. The program is designed for residents of the city and county of Denver.
GED® Tech Apprenticeship Program
Interested in a career in tech? GED Testing Service® has partnered with WithYouWithMe to provide free training and job placement with employers who want to hire GED-graduate talent. Read GED's program flyer for an overview.
2026 update: this program is being phased out.
Funding for Higher Education
This is a state stipend for undergraduate students attending a participating in-state college or university.
The Second Chance Scholarship help students pursue a college degree after being released from the Division of Youth Services (juvenile corrections).
Get answers to common questions around navigating financial aid, including links to funding opportunities, on the Colorado Department of Higher Education website.
Find re-entry supports and partners around Colorado on the Department of Corrections website.
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