Adult English Learners

Please note that enrollment is currently closed for the 2024-2025 academic year, but if you're interested in joining in August, we encourage you to put your name on our new enrollment form (link at bottom). Since this is a first-come, first-serve program, early sign-up increases your chances of securing a spot when enrollment reopens. Classes will start back up in late August, and we look forward to welcoming new and returning students then!

The Columbia Area Career Center Adult Education and Literacy program provides FREE online and in-person classes for adult students trying to better their English language skills. Classes begin in September and run through May. New students who register and take placement tests can be added to in-progress classes every few weeks.

Attendance is crucial to the success of this class as it ensures consistent participation and engagement. Regular attendance allows students to stay up to date with the material, contribute to discussions, and fully benefit from the lessons. Missing class may result in missing important explanations, assignments, and interactions that enhance learning. Furthermore, students who do not attend regularly may forfeit their spot in the class, making room for those on the waitlist who are eager to participate. However, we understand that schedules can change, and the program is flexible in allowing students to adjust their class enrollment when possible. To succeed, it's important to prioritize attendance and actively take part in every session. 

All students are required to have a current placement test on file prior to beginning classes. Testing will be done in-person at testing locations throughout Columbia. Once our office receives your enrollment form, a staff member will contact you in July to let you know about testing and orientation for the upcoming academic year. 

We offer classes during the day and evening at various locations in Columbia. Classes meet in person or online via Zoom. Times and days of the week are to be determined based on need.

Sign up here: https://www.emailmeform.com/builder/form/95d9Sb0mGf4033HoaFzi

For current enrollment details, call our secretary, Kara Mabery at 573-742-8638 or email at kmabery@cpsk12.org. You can also contact Adult English Learner Director, Noah Siela, at 573-742-8636 or by email at nsiela@cpsk12.org.