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Classes offered year round in adult education. Can make special arrangements for disabled adults to participate in programs through the Learning Exchange. Classes include:

• Driver's education

• Adult basic education

• English as a Second Language

• Citizenship

• GED preparation

Provides life long process of educational opportunities through classes and experiences, learning center, technical/educational equipment, support, collaboration with community organizations, and committees. Provides services such as:

• Adult basic education

• Drivers education

• GED preparation

• English as a second language (ESL)

The mission of Fosston Community Education is to encourage lifelong learning and community involvement for all ages. Possible class areas are:

• Adult Basic Education - ABE and English as a Second Language - ESL classes

• Adult general interest

• Driver improvement classes (55 Alive)

• Arts, crafts, cooking and sewing classes

• Computer classes for adults

• Dog obedience classes

• General interest

• Health and fitness

• Aqua aerobics

• Evening lap swim

• Open swim

• Yoga

• Home brewing

• School year youth programs

• Chess and lego classes

• Computer, math and science

• Dance, drama, and music lessons

• Ice skating/hockey

• Middle school and high school activities/classes

• Spanish

Provides individuals with a range of employment services, including: ??- Career counseling?

• Employment referrals

• Employment workshop

• English as a Second Language referrals

• GED

• Goal-setting with staff

• Helps with resumes, applications, and interviews

• High school diploma

• Information and referral

• Job placement assistance

• Life skills

• On-the-job training

• Paid work experience

• Post-high school education

• Reading and math skills assessments

• Tests to find interests

• Reading, writing, and math skills

• GED preparation

• Family learning

• Literacy instruction

• English Language Learning

• Citizenship preparation

The Area Adult Learning Cooperative offers Adult Basic Education programs at no cost in the GFW area including:

• English as a Second Language

• Adult basic education

• Literacy programs

• Citizenship classes

• GED instruction

Provides assistance in learning English for those who speak a second language

Provides GED preparation and testing, English as a Second Language, and digital literacy. Also offers Career Pathways, which is ??designed to help individuals advance over time from entry-level positions to higher-level, higher-paying jobs

• Adult and continuing education

• Adult basic education

• GED instruction

• English as a Second Language

• Literacy assistance

Provides assistance in learning English for those who speak another language

Partners with eight school districts and other community organizations in the northern metro area to offer adult basic education. Services provided:

• Assistance in preparing for the GED examination is available at Anoka Technical College, Blaine Learning Center, Elk River ABE, and Saint Francis ABE

• Brush-up instruction in reading, writing, and math is available at all sites except Anoka-Ramsey Community College, Centennial Adult Continuing Education, and Brooklyn Center ABE

• Credit Recovery Diploma available at Blaine Learning Lab and Elk River ABE

• English as a Second Language class for foreign-born adults is available at all sites except Anoka-Ramsey Community College and Anoka Technical College

• GED Testing Centers are located at the Anoka Technical College and the Blaine Learning Lab site

• Minnesota State Diploma available at the Blaine Learning Lab and Elk River Community Education Center sites

Partners with eight school districts and other community organizations in the northern metro area to offer adult basic education. Services provided:

• Assistance in preparing for the GED examination is available at Anoka Technical College, Blaine Learning Center, Elk River ABE, and Saint Francis ABE

• Brush-up instruction in reading, writing, and math is available at all sites except Anoka-Ramsey Community College, Centennial Adult Continuing Education, and Brooklyn Center ABE

• Credit Recovery Diploma available at Blaine Learning Lab and Elk River ABE

• English as a Second Language class for foreign-born adults is available at all sites except Anoka-Ramsey Community College and Anoka Technical College

• GED Testing Centers are located at the Anoka Technical College and the Blaine Learning Lab site

• Minnesota State Diploma available at the Blaine Learning Lab and Elk River Community Education Center sites

Partners with eight school districts and other community organizations in the northern metro area to offer adult basic education. Services provided:

• Assistance in preparing for the GED examination is available at Anoka Technical College, Blaine Learning Center, Elk River ABE, and Saint Francis ABE

• Brush-up instruction in reading, writing, and math is available at all sites except Anoka-Ramsey Community College, Centennial Adult Continuing Education, and Brooklyn Center ABE

• Credit Recovery Diploma available at Blaine Learning Lab and Elk River ABE

• English as a Second Language class for foreign-born adults is available at all sites except Anoka-Ramsey Community College and Anoka Technical College

• GED Testing Centers are located at the Anoka Technical College and the Blaine Learning Lab site

• Minnesota State Diploma available at the Blaine Learning Lab and Elk River Community Education Center sites

Provides GED preparation and testing, English as a Second Language, and digital literacy. Also offers Career Pathways, which is ??designed to help individuals advance over time from entry-level positions to higher-level, higher-paying jobs

Employment

• Partners with the Minnesota Department of Human Services - Refugee Assistance Program to provide assistance developing job skills and finding employment

Health

• Grant-funded through UCare to provide education regarding diabetes, child and teen check-ups, and mental health

• Partners with Minnesota Care Counseling to provide linguistically appropriate trauma counseling

• Works with the Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities to provide leadership training to people with disabilities in the Somali and Latinx communities

• Works with the Minnesota Department of Health to assess Somali communities throughout southern Minnesota for suicide prevention readiness and come up with plans to increase prevention measures

Resettlement

• Assistance with health care access, legal protection, education, training for income generation skills, and other services

• Assists new arrivals with documentation paperwork and in navigating the American system

• English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are taught at Faribault site through partnership with Faribault Adult Basic Education

• Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services assists with legal issues and documentation

• Works with Rice County Social Services to connect transportation and childcare resources, and provide job search assistance

Youth and Elders

• Programming for health and socialization is provided for elders in partnership with UCare

• Provides work experiences and supported employment to older workers through the Senior Community Supported Employment Program

• Through partnerships with the Minnesota Department of Human Services and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, leadership, soft skills training, and assistance with job searching is providing to youth

Provides a full spectrum of learning options for community members in person and online. Adult Education services include:

• Basic skills (math, reading, and writing) and computer training
• Budgeting and financial literacy
• GED preparation
• Interview skills
• Citizenship
• College and career preparation
• Creating a resume
• English Language Learning (ELL)/English as a Second Language (ESL)

-Industry-specific training such as entrepreneur training, carpentry, pre-apprenticeship, ServSafe food manager certification, and para-professional certification Adults set their own goals and work at their own pace. Instructors help adults explore and achieve their education goals.

Helps people develop skills and knowledge to improve their lives and communities. Offers a variety of programs for learners of all ages. Class offerings include adult basic education, English as a Second Language (ESL), GED test preparation, sports and recreational activities, and more.

English as a second language program

Referral number for adult basic education classes, like English (ESL), GED, citizenship, and computers. Classes are available at Open Door Learning Center locations in Minneapolis and Saint Paul. Computer Classes available at the Open Door location in Midway.

Provides a full spectrum of learning options for community members in person and online. Adult Education services include:

• Basic skills (math, reading, and writing) and computer training
• Budgeting and financial literacy
• GED preparation
• Interview skills
• Citizenship
• College and career preparation
• Creating a resume
• English Language Learning (ELL)/English as a Second Language (ESL)

-Industry-specific training such as entrepreneur training, carpentry, pre-apprenticeship, ServSafe food manager certification, and para-professional certification Adults set their own goals and work at their own pace. Instructors help adults explore and achieve their education goals.