Adult Education programs support learners at every stage, from basic literacy and English language acquisition to college and career preparation. Programs help learners build reading, writing, math, digital literacy and workplace readiness skills needed for employment, training, apprenticeships and continued education.
Adult Education programs can help learners:
- Earn a GED® credential
- Improve academic, digital and workplace skills
- Learn English for work, education and daily life
- Prepare for college, career training and employment
- Strengthen communication and problem-solving skills
- Prepare for U.S. citizenship
- Build confidence and achieve personal goals
Through Integrated Education and Training (IET), programs combine academic instruction with hands-on workforce training to help learners build relevant skills and move more quickly into in-demand careers.
To participate in Adult Education in Idaho, you must:
- Be at least 16 years old
- Not be enrolled in or required to be enrolled in a K-12 school
You must also meet at least one of the following criteria:
- Function below the 12th-grade level in reading, writing, math or English language skills
- Not have a high school diploma or equivalent credential
What do you want to do?
Earn a GED®
Earn a nationally recognized high school equivalency credential to pursue employment, training and postsecondary education opportunities.
You can:
- Prepare for the GED
- Schedule GED testing
- Request transcripts and diplomas
- Learn about Youth Waivers
- Access practice tests and accommodations
Improve academic and workplace skills
Build reading, writing, math, digital literacy and workplace readiness skills to prepare for employment, college and training opportunities.
Services may include:
- Academic instruction
- Career exploration
- Communication and problem-solving skills
- Digital literacy
- Workforce preparation
Learn English
Improve speaking, listening, reading, writing and workplace communication skills through Adult Education programs across Idaho.
Prepare for careers and workforce training
Participate in IET programs that combine Adult Education instruction with workforce training connected to specific career pathways.
Access instructional standards and teaching resources
Find Adult Education content standards, instructional frameworks and professional learning resources that support high-quality instruction statewide.
Resources include:
Manage an Adult Education program
Access guidance, reporting tools, grant materials and technical assistance to support local Adult Education program administration.