Provides Adult Basic Education (ABE) designed to meet the needs of adults 18 years or older who desire to learn basic skills in reading, grammar, writing, math, and to develop critical thinking and problem solving skills. Helps the student prepare for entering a high school diploma program or a GED review class.

Provides vocational educational programs that prepare students to transition into higher education or a profession by engaging in the educational process that focus on the needs and interests of students. Programs that are offered cover the area of agriculture education, business and information technology, career connections, family and consumer sciences, technology education, and trade and industrial education.

GED test takers who earned a credential can order duplicate copies of transcripts and official Virginia GED certificates online at https://ged.com

Provides instructional services to Charlottesville, Albemarle County and other Central Virginia residents whose academic skills are below the 12th grade level. Services help adults improve their basic skills, prepare for the GED exam, learn English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), and learn together with their children. General Adult Education (GAE) provides instructional services to Charlottesville, Albemarle County and other Central Virginia residents who are working toward a high school diploma. Evening high school classes are offered to these students. ACCESSIBILITY: Fully accessible to persons with disabilities.

RODEO is an Individual Student Alternative Education Plan (ISAEP) program. It is a voluntary program designed to assist students who are between the age of 16 and 18 years of age in earning their GED while developing career and technical education skills.

Provides circulation and reference services. Houses the Afro-Lee Collection, named after Virginia Lee, a former librarian of the Gainsboro Branch, of rare books and ready-reference resources on African-American history and culture. Implements year-round programming for children/youth, families and adults. Personal computers with educational and word processing software and Internet access are available. Website offers online continuing education classes.

To enable people to improve their lives through an education process that uses scientific knowledge focused on issues and needs. Building on the strength of agriculture, natural resources, family and community heritage, they enable people to shape their futures through research based educational programs. Provides research based information through a system of campus and locally based educators.

Provides a basic adult education program.

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) combines intellectual stimulation and civic engagement with a vibrant community of like-minded students age 50 and better. Pursue a special interest. Learn new skills and become involved with social issues.

To enable people to improve their lives through an education process that uses scientific knowledge focused on issues and needs. Building on the strength of agriculture, natural resources, family and community heritage, they enable people to shape their futures through research based educational programs. Provides research based information through a system of campus and locally based educators. Also has Agriculture & National Resources (ANR), Family & Community Sciences (FCS), Community Initiatives (CI), Food, Nutrition & Health (FNH) programs.

The Powhatan County Public School System has an adult education program that is available to any adult who is 18 and over and who is a resident of Powhatan County. There is also a Senior School designed to meet the needs and interests of the senior adults residing in Powhatan County.

Provides comprehensive adult educational services for students over the age of 18. Programs are designed to teach the needs of the high school drop out, the displaced worker, and the non-English speaking adult. Classes are offered in Adult Basic Education/Pre-GED, General Education Development, English for Speakers of Other Languages, and Community Education.

The Office of Career, Technical, and Adult Education links education and career skills for the creation of lifelong learning opportunities. The office serves the career and technical education needs of students of all ages residing in Arlington County. Adult Education - Arlington, Arlington Public Schools

Provides a private, non-profit University that offers undergraduates a College of Arts and Sciences and the Williams School of Commerce, Economics, and Politics. The University also offers a School of Law for prospective students. Scholarships and financial aid are available. For more information, please call: Main Switchboard: (540)458-8400 Admissions: (540)458-8710 Financial Aid: (540)458-8716

Provides free preparatory classes for GED and Pre-GED. Classes are offered in the following subject areas: science, literature, writing skills, mathematics and reading comprehension for social studies.Also assists students in preparing for the GED test. Class locations and schedules are: Montgomery County Government Center 755 Roanoke Street, Christiansburg Building C, Suite B Monday through Thursday, 9:00am to 12:00pm noon. Wilson Avenue House 404 Wilson Avenue, Blacksburg (Beside Harding Avenue Elementary) Tuesday and Thursday, 6:30pm to 9:00pm. Christiansburg High School 100 Independence Boulevard, Christiansburg Room A-213 Monday and Tuesday, 6:30pm to 9:00pm. Price's Fork Elementary School 4237 Price's fork Road, Blacksburg Media Center Monday and Thursday, 6:00pm to 8:30pm. A second adult education offering is The High School Credit Program which provides an opportunity for adults to complete their high school diploma when they are missing just a few classes. A standard adult high school diploma is awarded upon successful completion of all graduation requirements for the Commonwealth of Virginia. Classes are held in the evenings at Christiansburg High School. Visit the website at www.mcps.org/AdultEd/CreditProgram.html.

A 4-H Junior Camp - a summer camp program for youth ages 9-12 and 13-18 for counselors. In addition to programming, the 4-H Center is available for rental to groups for business or private gatherings and functions like annual meetings, trainings, and family reunions.

Provides an adult education program to help adults earn their GED and participate in Adult Basic Education (ABE) classes ( literacy skills).

Open University is a lifelong learning program of The Shepherd’s Center of Richmond. It features volunteer instructors from Richmond’s university and professional communities. Eight-week sessions are offered during the fall, winter and spring.

Provides educational, social and cultural opportunities for active seniors.

Shepherd’s Center of Chesterfield’s Adventures in Learning Program offers various courses to expand your mind.

Offers free basic skills instruction to adult students,18 and older, living in the counties of Buchanan, Dickenson, Russell, and Tazewell in Virginia. Programs are designed to meet the needs of adults who have not completed high school. Classes are offered in Adult Basic Education/Pre-GED and GED preparation. All classes are free and are conveniently located throughout the region. Offer several certification classes including CNA, Welding, Paraprofessional and ServSafe. Also offer workforce preparation classes, financial literacy, computer skills and the National Career Readiness Certificate.

The Valentine offers hands-on, interactive programs for both students and adults in a continuing effort to bring Richmond's diverse history to life. Reservations must be made in advance. All education programs are compatible with the Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) requirements, and led by experienced Valentine educators. Programs are 60 minutes in length and include student workbooks.

Provides undergraduate and graduate education services. Provides the necessary accommodations for students with disabilities to meet academic potential. Helps students learn regardless of their mental, physical, or learning disability. Accommodations and support groups are offered for students with disabilities.

Offers a variety of adult educational opportunities/programs to non-residents and residents of Chesapeake. Program includes adult basic education, English as a second language, adult continuing education, and individual student alternative education.

Provides a center of education and services for faculty, students, staff and community members both women and men to achieve undergraduate and graduate degrees. Schools/programs offered include: The School of Architecture, Graduate School of Arts & Sciences, Curry School of Education, Darden School of Graduate Business Administration, School of Engineering and Applied Science, School of Law, McIntire School of Commerce, School of Medicine, and the School of Nursing. Undergraduate Admissions Office: (434)982-3200 Financial Aid Office: (434)982-6000 Access UVA Financial Aid Program: (866)391-0063