About Adult Education

Adult education in Maine is a statewide system of more than 100 connected learning programs and centers from Kittery to Fort Kent and everywhere in between.

We offer classes that focus on the following:

  • English Language Acquisition and Adult Basic Education

  • High School Completion (HiSET)

  • College Transition Services

  • Career Advising

  • Job Search Support

  • Job Training

  • Enrichment (Varying from Music to Retirement Workshops)

5 Major Categories of Adult Education Programs:

Business & Skills Training

Business & Skills Training courses help prepare Maine citizens by providing the modern skills training necessary for new careers, promotions, and other career advancement.

College Transitions

College Transitions courses assist people of all ages wishing to make the transition into college-level courses.

GED & High School Completion

GED & High School Completion courses help people complete their high school education.

Literacy

Literacy courses give people the guidance, support, and training necessary to improve their literacy skills and the literacy skills of their family.

Personal Enrichment

Personal Enrichment courses include lessons in skills such as cooking and musical instruments, and also include a variety of unique and fun experiences including travel.

In any economy, Adult Education courses are great choices because they are local, affordable, and are designed to fit within your schedule.