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GED Testing Service, LLC

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    Customer Complaints Summary

    • 21 total complaints in the last 3 years.
    • 9 complaints closed in the last 12 months.

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    • Initial Complaint

      Date:03/28/2024

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      I paid $220 for GED practice exams and testing and got scammed out of my money

      Business Response

      Date: 04/01/2024

      GED Testing Service LLC is a joint venture of NCS *******, **** and the **************** on Education.  ******* Education is an affiliate company of GED Testing Service LLC (GED Testing Service or ***TS).  NCS *******, *** is the parent company of both entities. GED Testing Service is the owner of the well-known *** test, the four-subject high school equivalency exam that is nationally and internationally accepted by colleges and employers.  Individuals must pass each of the four (4) content area tests with a score of ************************************************************************************************************************* which they achieved the passing scores on all four tests (*** Diploma). We're sorry the consumer feels they were scammed. ***TS requests the consumer to provide more context to their complaint in order for ***TS to research internally and respond appropriately to their complaint. 

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:02/15/2024

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      Resolved
      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      [A default letter is provided here which indicates your acceptance of the business's response.  If you wish, you may update it before sending it.]

      Better Business Bureau:

      I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and find that this resolution is satisfactory to me. 

      Regards,

      ***********************

      eartening that this company feels the need to take advantage of people trying to get their ***.

      Business Response

      Date: 03/07/2024

      GED Testing Service LLC is a joint venture of NCS *******, **** and the **************** on Education.  ******* Education is an affiliate company of GED Testing Service LLC (GED Testing Service or ***TS).  NCS *******, *** is the parent company of both entities. GED Testing Service is the owner of the well-known *** test, the four-subject high school equivalency exam that is nationally and internationally accepted by colleges and employers.  Individuals must pass each of the four (4) content area tests with a score of ************************************************************************************************************************* which they achieved the passing scores on all four tests (*** Diploma).  Our records indicate that the consumer purchased *** Ready tests using a 50% off promotion, however the consumer only took 1 of the 4 tests and the others are incomplete. We have issued 4 new *** Ready tests via *** Direct.  The consumer can access them directly from their student portal.  GED Testing Service therefore considers this matter resolved and respectfully requests that you close this complaint with notation of proper handling of the underlying incident.

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:02/02/2024

      Type:Customer Service Issues
      Status:
      Unanswered
      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      I purchased their ***+ program for $389. The program is supposed to include all 4 subjects, a personal *** advisor, study materials, test until you pass, practice tests, and 1-on1 tutoring. I have so far passed two practice tests and real tests. The only emails Ive received from my personal advisor are congratulation emails on passing, I only had access to science study materials and no other materials, and I have never got 1-on-1 tutoring. I reached out asking for a partial refund as I could have got away with buying the practice tests myself for $6.99 per subject and the *** tests for $43.50 which means I could have done this one my own for around $200 (not to mention most *** test centers refund you the money of the test after you pass them). In this economy people are struggling to eat myself included and its robbery to not be able to accommodate.

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:01/16/2024

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      I paid for a service they no longer offer which was GED+. This meant study material, pre tests, access to an advisor for help and taking the test online unlimited times until I pass. I paid for a full service and now they only offer half the service. They refuse to even give half of my money back. If I would have known they would not allow testing online I would have NEVER spent that much money on studying material when I could have just gone for free! Now I have to go in to test no matter what and I work a full time job! This takes more money now out of my pocket. I have to now take a day off without pay to test at a center because they dont offer online testing! I would now like at least half of my money back.

      Business Response

      Date: 02/06/2024

      GED Testing Service LLC is a joint venture of NCS *******, **** and the **************** on Education.  ******* Education is an affiliate company of GED Testing Service LLC (GED Testing Service or ***TS).  NCS *******, *** is the parent company of both entities. GED Testing Service is the owner of the well-known *** test, the four-subject high school equivalency exam that is nationally and internationally accepted by colleges and employers.  Individuals must pass each of the four (4) content area tests with a score of ************************************************************************************************************************* which they achieved the passing scores on all four tests (*** Diploma). We do not state in our ***+ Terms and Conditions that *** Online Testing is a guaranteed service.  However, since the **************** has restricted Online testing after your purchase and because of your situation, we will honor a full refund as a one-time exception.  GED Testing Service therefore considers this matter resolved and respectfully requests that you close this complaint with notation of proper handling of the underlying incident.

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:12/04/2023

      Type:Product Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      I paid for a GED Ready test and received a receipt but was never given the Ready test. Customer service was in a different country telling me that my email address was not valid. Yet i have had the same email address for over 15 years with no problems

      Business Response

      Date: 12/12/2023

      GED Testing Service LLC is a joint venture of NCS Pearson, Inc. and the ******** ******* ** *********.  Pearson Education is an affiliate company of GED Testing Service LLC (“GED Testing Service” or “GEDTS”).  NCS Pearson, Inc is the parent company of both entities. GED Testing Service is the owner of the well-known GED® test, the four-subject high school equivalency exam that is nationally and internationally accepted by colleges and employers.  Individuals must pass each of the four (4) content area tests with a score of 145 or higher to earn a passing score on the GED® test and receive their high school equivalency diploma from the state in which they achieved the passing scores on all four tests (“GED Diploma”).  We have reached out to the candidate via email to provide resolution to the issue with scheduling their GED Ready test. GED Testing Service therefore considers this matter resolved and respectfully requests that you close this complaint with notation of proper handling of the underlying incident.

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:10/03/2023

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      Resolved
      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      I was told they were sending my refund but never received it .

      Business Response

      Date: 10/09/2023

      GED Testing Service LLC is a joint venture of *** ******** ***. and the ******** ******* ** *********.  ******* ********* is an affiliate company of GED Testing Service LLC (“GED Testing Service” or “GEDTS”).  *** *******, Inc is the parent company of both entities. GED Testing Service is the owner of the well-known GED® test, the four-subject high school equivalency exam that is nationally and internationally accepted by colleges and employers.  Individuals must pass each of the four (4) content area tests with a score of 145 or higher to earn a passing score on the GED® test and receive their high school equivalency diploma from the state in which they achieved the passing scores on all four tests (“GED Diploma”). An email was sent the candidate dated October 6, 2023, providing them with two options to rectify the complaint. If the candidate has not done so already, they should respond to the email on how they wish for GED Testing Service to proceed.  GED Testing Service therefore considers this matter resolved and respectfully requests that you close this complaint with notation of proper handling of the underlying incident.

      Business Response

      Date: 11/02/2023

      GED Testing Service has been in contact with the candidate via email and confirmed a refund will be issued, it could take up the 3-4 business days for the credit to apply.  GED Testing Service therefore considers this matter resolved and respectfully requests that you close this complaint with notation of proper handling of the underlying incident.

      Customer Answer

      Date: 11/02/2023

      [A default letter is provided here which indicates your acceptance of the business's response.  If you wish, you may update it before sending it.]

      Better Business Bureau:

      I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and find that this resolution is satisfactory to me. 

      Regards,

      *************************

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:08/08/2023

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.

      [To assist us in bringing this matter to a close, you must give us a reason why you are rejecting the response. If no reason is received your complaint will be closed as Answered]

      It's obvious GED doesnt take responsibility for the facts that I have provided. Not only did I start 1 hour after the scheduled time but I was inturrupted with false allegation not letting ******* proceed to the second question. I have disputed the charge and my bank will not pay for a srvice that, that should have started at the time stated and further more not even surrendering the services paid for. Making false allegation with No proof is Defamation.

      Complaint: ********

      I am rejecting this response because:

      Regards,

      *******************************

      il and was told again to call. Finally called and the agent wasnt helpful at all she put me on hold for over 15 min and disconnected on purpose. Never got a call back. Sent another email again playing games with me and I replied I want my refund and provoded order number and still to today's date no one has replied. They're the cause if I cant schedule my classes by these Sat

      Business Response

      Date: 09/14/2023

      GED Testing Service LLC is a joint venture of *** ******** ***. and the ******** ******* ** *********.  ******* ********* is an affiliate company of GED Testing Service LLC (“GED Testing Service” or “GEDTS”).  *** ******** *** is the parent company of both entities. GED Testing Service is the owner of the well-known GED® test, the four-subject high school equivalency exam that is nationally and internationally accepted by colleges and employers.  Individuals must pass each of the four (4) content area tests with a score of 145 or higher to earn a passing score on the GED® test and receive their high school equivalency diploma from the state in which they achieved the passing scores on all four tests (“GED Diploma”).  Based on the notes collected by ***** Proctor, the Test Taker was unable to clearly display her desk which we state is required at the onset of the online testing event.  Having a handheld calculator is also a violation as it can store data that may give them an unfair advantage.  The Proctor has the right if they question the surrounding test area to ensure that no writing, recording devices or 3rd parties are present for the exam.  The exam was correctly revoked if the candidate refused to comply with this request.  GED Testing Service will not be taking any further action on this matter at this time. GED Testing Service therefore considers this matter resolved and respectfully requests that you close this complaint with notation of proper handling of the underlying incident.

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:05/23/2023

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      I first encountered this issue when I called for a refund on May 25, 2023.st for services was in my name, I am being denied a refund.

      Business Response

      Date: 07/06/2023

      GED Testing Service LLC is a joint venture of *** *******, Inc. and the ******** ******* ** *********.  ******* ********* is an affiliate company of GED Testing Service LLC (“GED Testing Service” or “GEDTS”).  *** *******, Inc is the parent company of both entities. GED Testing Service is the owner of the well-known GED® test, the four-subject high school equivalency exam that is nationally and internationally accepted by colleges and employers.  Individuals must pass each of the four (4) content area tests with a score of 145 or higher to earn a passing score on the GED® test and receive their high school equivalency diploma from the state in which they achieved the passing scores on all four tests (“GED Diploma”).  Unfortunately, due to legality reasons Pearson cannot apply refunds to a different card. Pearson is willing to apply a refund, however the funds will go back to the card that was used to purchase the exams. GED Testing Service therefore considers this matter resolved and respectfully requests that you close this complaint with notation of proper handling of the underlying incident.

      Customer Answer

      Date: 07/06/2023

      [To assist us in bringing this matter to a close, you must give us a reason why you are rejecting the response. If no reason is received your complaint will be closed as Answered]

       Complaint: ********

      I am rejecting this response because the matter was not resolved at all. You cannot refund a card that is no longer active. What legality reasons are there? A business cannot keep money when there were not services rendered. 

      Regards,

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:04/28/2023

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      I already took and my passed all my GED tests, however I did so on different accounts. I have submitted a request to merge these accounts, and I was told it would take five days. It has been five days since I was told this and the issue still hasn’t been resolved. I need my results to be on one account so I can get my diploma. I need my diploma in order to fill out some VERY important legal documents. I reached out to customer service again and was told they had no time estimate for when this would get done and they were completely unwilling to help me any further even after I told them about my extenuating circumstances. I’m now filing with the BBB in order to get my case escalated. I really need this to be resolved as soon as possible. 

      Business Response

      Date: 05/26/2023

      GED Testing Service LLC is a joint venture of NCS Pearson, Inc. and the American Council on Education.  Pearson Education is an affiliate company of GED Testing Service LLC (“GED Testing Service” or “GEDTS”).  NCS Pearson, Inc is the parent company of both entities. GED Testing Service is the owner of the well-known GED® test, the four-subject high school equivalency exam that is nationally and internationally accepted by colleges and employers.  Individuals must pass each of the four (4) content area tests with a score of 145 or higher to earn a passing score on the GED® test and receive their high school equivalency diploma from the state in which they achieved the passing scores on all four tests (“GED Diploma”).  According to our records we responded in a timely manner to the consumer's request and the accounts were merged on 4/28/23.  GED Testing Service therefore considers this matter resolved and respectfully requests that you close this complaint with notation of proper handling of the underlying incident.

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:04/28/2023

      Type:Product Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      I took exam on April 15th. Two weeks have been passed. I had to call several times and wrote many emails. They keep lying and still did not release exam results. Should return my money/give me opportunity to take exam again/ or release exam results ASAP.

      Business Response

      Date: 05/31/2023

      GED Testing Service LLC is a joint venture of NCS Pearson, Inc. and the American Council on Education.  Pearson Education is an affiliate company of GED Testing Service LLC (“GED Testing Service” or “GEDTS”).  NCS Pearson, Inc is the parent company of both entities. GED Testing Service is the owner of the well-known GED® test, the four-subject high school equivalency exam that is nationally and internationally accepted by colleges and employers.  Individuals must pass each of the four (4) content area tests with a score of 145 or higher to earn a passing score on the GED® test and receive their high school equivalency diploma from the state in which they achieved the passing scores on all four tests (“GED Diploma”).  There were technical difficulties and unfortunately were unable to retrieve the exam results. The consumer can reschedule at no cost and GEDTS has requested ******* *** to offer the consumer free voucher for their troubles.  ******* *** will reach out directly to the consumer.   GED Testing Service therefore considers this matter resolved and respectfully requests that you close this complaint with notation of proper handling of the underlying incident.

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