Quebec CAEC test

As of May 3, 2024, Canada officially replaced the GED with the Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC)—a Canadian-made high school equivalency exam now used in most provinces and territories.

GED replaced by CAEC

While the CAEC is now Canada’s official high school equivalency test, Quebec has not joined the program. GED testing in Quebec ended as it did elsewhere, but no replacement has been announced yet.

If Quebec decides to implement the CAEC, the process will likely mirror how the GED worked in the province:

• Residents were required to be at least 16 years old
• 16-year-olds needed to meet additional eligibility requirements
• Test-takers had to be Canadian citizens or have lived in Quebec for at least 6 months
• The exam was only available in paper format (no computer-based testing)
• The GED cost was $35 per test or $175 for all five tests

Quebec CAEC test – Will it be available in the future?

There is no confirmation yet on whether Quebec will offer the CAEC. However, if introduced, it’s expected that:

• The costs and eligibility requirements will be similar to those of the former GED
• The CAEC will be offered in French and English
• It may remain paper-based, unless new systems are implemented
• No prep course or practice test may be required before registration, as with the GED

What is the CAEC test?

The CAEC (Canadian Adult Education Credential) is a modular exam made up of five subject tests:

1. Language Reading
2. Language Writing
3. Mathematics
4. Science
5. Social Studies

Each subtest is designed to assess a candidate’s high school-level knowledge and thinking skills, including reading comprehension, essay writing, problem-solving, and critical analysis.

Preparing for the CAEC (Even if Quebec doesn’t offer it yet)

Even though the CAEC is not currently available in Quebec, many adult learners still choose to start preparing in advance, especially if they plan to move to another province or if Quebec introduces the test later.

One of the most effective ways to study is with Cansego’s online CAEC prep program, which includes:

• Short video lessons that cover every CAEC topic
• Practice tests that help you build test-taking strategies
• A flexible, self-paced structure you can follow from anywhere
• Content that’s fully aligned with the current CAEC test
• Note that CAEC testing is only available in the territory or province where you live. No exceptions.

Cansego does not offer the CAEC exam, but it is a trusted provider of Canadian high school equivalency prep programs.

Why practice tests matter

Even if you’re not taking the exam right away, practice tests help you:

• Understand the structure and timing of the real test
• Identify which subjects need more focus
• Gain confidence through repetition
• Improve your test-taking techniques, like elimination and time management

Many learners who use Cansego’s CAEC prep course report being ready to pass in just 6–8 weeks, even after years out of school.

Final notes: Quebec CAEC test

• Quebec does not currently offer the CAEC
• Former GED testing has ended in Quebec as of May 2024
• There is no online CAEC testing anywhere in Canada—testing must be done at official centres
• Cansego provides online CAEC prep classes, not the exam itself
• If the CAEC is introduced in Quebec, expect requirements similar to the GED

Want to start preparing today? Join Cansego to access full CAEC prep classes and learn everything you need to get ready, just in case Quebec offers the CAEC, or for any other high school equivalency testing option.

Note that at Cansego, we provide quality online CAEC instruction. We do not, however, offer the actual CAEC test. We aim to help CAEC students pass the five subtests quickly. Please verify the information in this post against official CAEC sources in your province or territory to ensure accuracy.