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Single Parents and Displaced Homemakers (unemployed or underemployed
individuals who have been providing unpaid services to family members)—Adult
education provides linkages and collaborates with agencies to ensure that students
receive needed services, such as child care, career counseling, vocational evaluation,
and educational counseling. Use of distance-learning programs is a priority in working
with these students.
Programs
Adult Basic Education (ABE)—The classes in ABE are below the high school level.
The primary objective is to teach basic literacy skills (e.g., reading, writing, computation,
problem solving, and interpersonal skills) to enable adults to read, write, and speak in
English; acquire a high school diploma; and get a job and become productive citizens.
English as a Second Language (ESL)—The focus of instruction is to enable students
with limited English proficiency to learn competency-based English. Students may use
this learning to gain basic life and employment skills, progress to vocational or
academic programs, and contribute to their communities.
Citizenship Preparation—Classes offer instruction in history, geography, and
government to prepare students for the oral and written citizenship tests.
Adult Secondary Education (ASE)—Secondary basic subjects for adults consist of
courses in mathematics, reading, history, science, government, language arts, and
other courses leading to a high school diploma. General Educational Development
(GED) preparation classes include instruction in writing, science, social studies,
literature and the arts, and mathematics.
Career Technical Education (CTE)—These classes offer a variety of successful
career training programs and deliver the customized curriculum needed to meet the
diverse training and development needs of businesses.
Adults with Disabilities—Classes are designed to meet the needs of the students,
offering an environment that builds self-esteem and encourages access and
participation.
Parenting, Family, and Consumer Awareness—Classes support adults who want to
learn more about parental skills. Courses are offered that promote the healthy
development of children, high-quality family relationships, and children’s success in
school. In parent cooperative classes, experiences are structured so that parents and
children learn together. Classes in this area also help individuals and families meet the
challenges of daily living and improve the quality of home and family life. In addition,
courses are provided on health and safety and physical and mental well-being.
Older Adults—Educational classes are designed specifically for the older population.
These classes provide intellectual, physical, and social stimulation regardless of ability
or circumstance.
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