Vermont Adult Learning can teach you basic math, reading, writing, computer, and financial literacy skills. Improving these skills can help you access career and education opportunities. These skills will also help you in your daily life. Vermont Adult Learning services are free and built around your schedule.
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Adult Diploma Program (ADP)
The Adult Diploma Program (ADP) is a new program that replaces Vermont’s High School Completion Program. This program is for Vermont residents ages 16 and older who are not currently enrolled in school who do not have a high school diploma. You will work with Vermont Adult Learning (VAL) to create an Adult Education Learning Plan, and take classes at VAL. Classes are offered in-person and online.
Details of this program, including which high schools will participate, are still being finalized. However, you can get started taking classes at VAL now.
This program is open to adults with a GED and to those with a high school diploma from a foreign country.
English Language Learning
Improving your written and speaking English language skills can help you with your education, your job, your community life, and more. Vermont residents ages 16 and older can learn or improve their English by taking free classes from beginner through high school levels.
Vermont Adult Learning centers are in St. Albans, Burlington, Middlebury, Rutland, Springfield, White River Junction, and Brattleboro.
General Equivalency Diploma (GED) Preparation
The General Equivalency Diploma (GED) is a credential that is considered to be equal to a high school diploma. It shows that you have the same knowledge as someone who graduated from high school. Earning a GED involves taking four tests: math, reasoning through language arts (RLA)/writing, science, and social studies. Vermont Adult Learning can provide you with preparation for these tests.
Health Education Center
The Northern Vermont Area Health Education Center (AHEC) is one of two regional AHEC centers in Vermont. AHEC supports health care workers and helps you to explore careers in health care.
This regional AHEC offers health careers exploration and science enrichment opportunities for students in grades 5 through 12. It also offers supportive programs for students studying health professions at different education levels. For health professionals, programs include education loan repayment, support for instructors, and continuing education.
HERO Mentoring
HERO (Health Exploration Resources & Opportunities) Mentoring is a free online program for high school students interested in health science. Mentors are medical students at the University of Vermont who lead activities, and provide tutoring and advising.
This program is for students who live in northern Vermont. Applications ususally open in August and close in September each year.
Micro Business Development
Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity (CVOEO) provides a variety of essential supports to Vermonters who earn low to moderate incomes. Their Micro Business Development Program is available to help you at any stage of your self-employment journey. With help from the business counselors, you can:
- Learn what it takes to run a business
- Create a business plan
- Start or grow your business
- and more
CVOEO serves Vermonters who live in Addison County (excluding the towns of Granville and Hancock), Chittenden County, Franklin County, and Grand Isle County.
Adult Employment
Adult Employment is the main program at CCS, a Specialized Services Agency focused on helping people with disabilities find jobs. This program that helps you not just get a job, but build a successful career and even start your own small business.
This program is part of the Way2Work Continuum.
Bridging
Bridging at CCs helps students with disabilities feel confident as they move into adulthood. The program introduces you to community opportunities, teaches you about healthy adult living, and helps you build strong relationships.
Bridging works with Burlington, Colchester, Mt. Mansfield Union, South Burlington, and Winooski High School.
This is a year-long program focused on four key areas:
- Career exploration – Learning about different jobs and future career options.
- Community connection – Getting involved in local activities and programs.
- Independent living – Developing skills for daily life as an adult.
- Advocacy – Learning to speak up for yourself and your needs.
Bridging is part of the Way2Work Continuum.
School2Work
School2Work is a program that helps high school students with disabilities get ready for employment. They work with HireAbility and local high schools to support students in finding and keeping jobs before they graduate. This program helps you explore a variety of careers, not just the ones traditionally given to people with disabilities.
School2Work is a year-long program that offers:
- Career exploration – Visiting job sites, shadowing workers, and learning about different careers.
- Work readiness training – Practicing job interviews, writing resumes, and building workplace skills.
- Paid work experiences – Trying out different jobs through internships.
- Job support – Creating personalized employment plans, getting job coaching, and earning work credentials.
- Job placement – Helping you find work as they transition out of high school.
School2Work is part of the Way2Work Continuum.