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As an alternative to the traditional High School Diploma, students can obtain a Certificate of High School Equivalency from state-level authorities if they obtain a passing score on a state-authorized high school equivalency exam. The exact name of the qualification, and which exams are authorized, vary by state. The three most common exams, listed below, are intended to verify that test-takers have knowledge in core content areas equivalent to that of graduating high school students:

• General Education Development (GED)
• High Scool Equivalency Test (HiSET)
• Test Assessing Secondary Completion (TASC)

Obtaining a passing score on a state-authorized high school equivalency exam is generally considered equivalent to High School Diploma for the purpose of pursuing further education or employment.