In May 2024, the Canadian GED high school equivalency test was replaced with the Canadian Adult Education Credential, or CAEC.
The Canadian version of the GED test was a paper-based, outdated assessment that lacked specific information about Canadian cultures, history, geography, economy, traditions, and values.
Canada decided to design its own, made-in-Canada, top-quality high school equivalency credential: the CAEC (Canadian Adult Education Credential).
In this post, we list all CAEC prep and test sites in Saskatchewan. The new CAEC assessment is entirely computer-based and meets both educational requirements and industry standards, serving as a better alternative to the former paper-based GED exam.
The CAEC assessment is for adult learners who did not have the opportunity to complete their high school curriculum but need a secondary education credential.
The CAEC enables them to pursue college education, secure rewarding jobs, advance their careers, and access professional training programs, including apprenticeships.
Universities, colleges, employers, and Government agencies recognize the credential as equivalent to a standard Canadian high school diploma.
The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) has also implemented the CAEC program within its High School Education Initiative (HSEI) to enable enlistees to earn a high school equivalency credential and advance their careers in the CAF.
The five independent CAEC subtests
The CAEC exam is tailored to the requirements and needs of Canadian adult learners, reflecting the diversity of Canadian perspectives and cultures. The examination is offered in English and French and consists of five modular subtests that cover these academic subject areas:
- Language Reading
- Language Writing
- Mathematics
- Social Studies
- Science
The five independent CAEC subtests are delivered on a very user-friendly online platform and offer accommodations to candidates who require them. Please note that applications for accommodations must be made at least 60 days in advance!
The CAEC assessment is a challenging examination, and thorough preparation is essential. Many students can benefit from a good online CAEC prep course, such as the online program designed by Cansego.
Others, however, learn better when guided by an instructor. For these students, we have compiled this overview of CAEC prep and testing facilities in Saskatchewan.
CAEC registration
Before candidates can book their CAEC testing sessions, they need to register and create an account.
Registration must be completed in advance on the Vretta.com website. On the CAEC registration page, candidates must select “Saskatchewan” (under “Jurisdictions”) if they meet the CAEC eligibility criteria.
Although the CAEC exam is fully computer-based, it is not offered online. Test-takers must write the exam (one subtest at a time if wished) at an official CAEC testing facility in their province or territory.
For more information, visit the CAEC website at www.caec-ccea.ca.
CAEC eligibility
To be eligible for CAEC testing in Saskatchewan, applicants must
- be Saskatchewan residents
- not have completed their high school education or have a GED
- be at least 18 years of age, though 17-year-olds may also qualify if they hold an Age Waiver Form
- Check here -> for CAEC test day procedures
CAEC Prep Sites in Saskatchewan (cities in alphabetical order)
Assiniboia
Southeast College
201 3rd Avenue West, Assiniboia, SK S0H 0B0, Ph: 1-866-999.7372
Estevan
Southeast College
532 Bourquin Road, Estevan, SK S4A 1C8, Ph: (306) 634.4795
Indian Head
Southeast College Basic Education Centre
708 Otterloo Street, Indian Head, SK S0G 2K0, Ph: 1-866-999.7372
Kindersley
Great Plains College
514 Main Street, Kindersley, SK S0L 1S0, Ph: (866) 296-2472
Maple Creek
Great Plains College
20 Pacific Avenue, Maple Creek, SK S0N 1N0, Ph: (866) 296.2472
Martensville
Great Plains College
66 Main Street, Martensville, SK S0K 2T0, Ph: (866) 296.2472
Moose Jaw
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
600 Saskatchewan Street W, Moose Jaw, SK S6H 4R4, Ph: (306) 691.8460
Moosomin
Southeast College
610 Park Avenue, Moosomin, SK S0G 3N0, Ph: (306) 435.4631
Prince Albert
Learning Disabilities Assn. Saskatchewan
1106 Central Avenue, Prince Albert, SK S6V 4V6, Ph: (306) 922.1071
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
1500 10 Avenue E, Prince Albert, SK S6V 7S3, Ph: (306) 765.1542
Prince Albert Literacy Network
1403 Central Avenue, Unit 525, Prince Albert, SK S6V 7J4, Ph: (306) 922.6852
Regina
Learning Disabilities Assn. Saskatchewan – Regina
1445 Park Street, Suite 300, Regina, SK S4N 4C5, Ph: (306) 790.8452
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
4500 Wascana Parkway, Regina, SK S4S 5X1, Ph: (306) 775.7522
Saskatoon
Frontier College Saskatoon
Broadway & Taylor, Saskatoon, SK S7H 5S8, Ph: (306) 374.7323
Learning Disabilities Assn. Saskatchewan
133 3rd Avenue North, Saskatoon, SK S7K 2H4, Ph: (306) 652.4114
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
1130 Idylwyld Drive N, Saskatoon, SK S7K 3R5, Ph: (306) 659.4045
Foundations Learning & Skills
#2-706 Duchess Street, Saskatoon, SK S7K 0R3, Ph: (306) 652.5448
Saskatchewan Literacy Network
11, 2155 Airport Drive, Saskatoon, SK S7L 6M5, Ph: (306) 651-7288
Swift Current
Great Plains College
129 2 Avenue NE, Swift Current, SK S9H 2C7, Ph: (866) 296.2472
Weyburn
Southeast College
633 King Street, Weyburn, SK S4H 2Z8, Ph: (306) 848.2500
Whitewood
Southeast College Whitewood Learning Centre
708 5th Avenue, Whitewood, SK S0G 5C0, Ph: (306) 435.4631
GED recognition
GED diplomas will continue to be accepted and recognized across Canada, and students who have already achieved passing scores on parts of the former Canadian GED test can transfer these results to the new CAEC assessment up to May 2027.
Holding the Canadian Adult Education Credential has so many advantages! As mentioned earlier, the diploma qualifies for a college education and better employment opportunities.
CAEC Test Sites in Saskatchewan (cities in alphabetical order)
Estevan
Southeast College
532 Bourquin Rd, Estevan, SK S4A 1C8, Ph (306) 634-4795
Humboldt
Carlton Trail College
611 17th St, Humboldt, SK S0K 2A0, Ph (306) 682-2623
Maple Creek
Great Plains College
20 Pacific Ave, Maple Creek, SK S0N 1N0, Ph (306) 662-3829
Melfort
Suncrest College
400 Burns Ave E, Melfort, SK S0E 1A0, Ph: (306) 783-6566
Moose Jaw
Saskatchewan Polytechnic (Room 2.103)
600 Saskatchewan St W, Moose Jaw, SK S6H 4R4, Ph (306) 691-8302/8460
Nipawin
Suncrest College, 503 – 2nd St E, Nipawin, SK S0E 1E0, Ph: (306) 783-6566
North Battleford
North West College
10702 Diefenbaker Dr, North Battleford, SK S9A 2Y2, Ph (306) 937-5124
Prince Albert
Saskatchewan Polytechnic (Room A127, Technical Building)
1500 10 Ave E, Prince Albert, SK S6V 7S3, Ph (306) 765-1542
Learning Disabilities Association of Saskatchewan
1106 Central Ave, Prince Albert, SK S6V 4V6, Ph (306) 922-1071
Regina
Saskatchewan Polytechnic (Room 400)
4500 Wascana Pkwy, Regina, SK S4S 5X1, Ph (306) 775-7522
Learning Disabilities Association of Saskatchewan
1445 Park St, Ste 300, Regina, SK S4N 4C5, Ph (306) 790-8452
Saskatoon
Dumont Technical Institute
917 22nd St W, Saskatoon, S7M 0R9, Ph (306) 242-6070
Saskatchewan Polytechnic – Saskatoon (Room 422B)
1130 Idylwyld Dr N, Saskatoon, SK S7K 3R5, Ph (306) 659-4045
Learning Disabilities Association of Saskatchewan
133 3rd Ave N, Saskatoon, SK S7K 2H4, Ph (306) 652-4114
Swift Current
Great Plains College
129 2 Ave NE, Swift Current, SK S9H 2C7, Ph (306) 773-1531 or (306) 775-7601
Tisdale
Suncrest College (LeStrat Bldg), 614 100a St, Tisdale, SK S0E 1T0, Ph: (306) 783-6566
Watrous
Carlton Trail College
202 6th Ave E, Watrous, SK S0K 4T0, Ph (306) 946-2094
Weyburn
Southeast College
633 King St, Weyburn, SK S4H 0T1, Ph: (306) 848-2500
Yorkton
Suncrest College
200 Prystai Way, Yorkton, SK S3N 4G4, Ph: (306) 783-6566
A complete list of CAEC test facilities in Saskatchewan is available from the Ministry of Immigration & Career Training, Ph: (306) 787-5597.