Specifications include, but are not limited to: The GED® test serves as a bridge to higher education, trade schools, apprenticeship programs and employment opportunitiesfor Oregonians who have not earned a high school diploma. The Oregon GED® Program providesthe GED® test to adults and youth without a high school credential. The program is administered by CCWD. The office works in partnership with GED Testing Service (“GEDTS”), Oregon’s 17 community colleges and other state, community, county and local partners to provide testing and preparation and instruction across the state. The Oregon GED® Program provides leadership, technical assistance, training, professional development and guidance in support of the 2014 GED® testseriesto community colleges, the Oregon Department of Education GED Option Program, many community programs, and over 80 GED ® test sites across Oregon.