Learn About Opportunities in Your Area

Family responsibilities, financial obstacles, language barriers, and personal challenges can put education on hold, but fortunately, there are places to get back on track.

What Do Adult Education Centers Offer?

Adult Education Centers are located in most communities and provide access to books, technology, and interactive classrooms to help you achieve your educational goals. You can work at your own pace and visit at times convenient for you. Centers are located in libraries, high schools, and community colleges. Training is often free as it is funded by local and state governments.

Family Literacy Program

Adults and children learn literacy together to support the development of both ages. Programs address the importance of effective communication within the family unit and provide adults with skills and resources to teach their children.
Basic Literacy

Classes help adults with minimal education learn and/or improve reading, writing, and math skills.
High School Equivalency (HSE)

If you don’t have a high school diploma, you can earn your HSE, which provides you with the same credentials. To learn about exams that are available, visit our page.
Adult Basic Education (ABE)

These programs are for adults and youth over the age of 16 who are not enrolled in school and want to improve basic skills in math, writing, and reading. Some programs also teach basic financial skills and may include banking and budget planning.

English as a Second Language (ESL)

These programs teach basic English speaking, reading, and writing to people who grew up speaking another language. Students will learn grammar and vocabulary to help them better navigate everyday activities and social situations.
Citizenship Classes/Prep

Programs teach basic English speaking, reading, and writing to people who grew up speaking another language. Students will learn grammar and vocabulary to help them better navigate everyday activities and social situations.
Basic Computer Literacy

Programs teach the basic computer skills needed to function in everyday life. Courses demonstrate how to use the internet and provide entry-level program skills.
Educational Workshops

Libraries provide classes, seminars, and workshops held on a wide range of topics. Search our map to find a library in your area.

Where Are They Found?

The National Literacy Directory

The National Literacy Directory is a great place to find opportunities in your area. Some of the courses offered include:

Family Literacy

High School Equivalency (HSE)

Adult Basic Education (ABE)

English as a Second Language

Citizenship classes

Libraries

Libraries offer adult education programs that include:

Basic Literacy

Adult Basic Education

Assistance with attaining a High School Equivalency diploma

Citizenship Prep

Basic Computer Literacy

Educational Workshops

Financial Aid

While many of the classes are free, there may be some cost associated. Find ways to help cover these costs.

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Libraries are found in most communities around the U.S. Search our resource map to find one in your area.

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