Catholic Charities Adult Learning Center
Education creates opportunity. At the Catholic Charities Adult Learning Center, adults receive the instruction, encouragement, and practical support they need to reach their educational and personal goals.
Each year, our Adult Learning Center serves more than 600 students through GED Preparation, English as a Second Language, Citizenship Preparation, and Financial Literacy classes. Many of our students are balancing work, family responsibilities, limited transportation, or child care challenges. Flexible schedules, individualized instruction, and online learning options help make education accessible to those who might otherwise be unable to participate.
Our goal is not simply to help students complete a class. We want every student to gain the knowledge, confidence, and skills needed to build a more stable and self sufficient future.
GED
Our GED Preparation program provides individualized instruction based on each student’s current knowledge and learning needs.
Students may participate in person or online, making the program more accessible for those facing work, transportation, or child care challenges. In person students complete an initial assessment so the instructor can develop an appropriate learning plan. Online students receive ongoing progress monitoring and regular communication from their instructor.
Through personalized support and encouragement, students work toward earning their high school equivalency credential and opening the door to employment, higher education, and greater financial stability.
Citizenship Preparation Class
Our Citizenship Preparation classes help students study United States history and government, practice for the naturalization interview, and prepare for the English and civics portions of the citizenship test.
Students also receive instruction to help them understand the sections of the N 400 application. Catholic Charities does not complete applications or provide legal or immigration advice.
ESL (English as a Second Language)
Our ESL classes help adult learners improve their ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Students learn through classroom instruction, conversation practice, and educational computer programs. Stronger English skills help students communicate more confidently at work, support their children’s education, participate in the community, and pursue new opportunities.
Financial Literacy
Our Financial Literacy program provides personalized instruction using trusted educational materials from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
Students learn practical skills such as creating a household budget, managing expenses, understanding credit, setting financial goals, and making informed financial decisions. These skills help individuals and families work toward greater stability and self sufficiency.
Help Create New Opportunities
The Adult Learning Center is made possible through the generosity of donors, foundations, businesses, volunteers, and community partners. Financial support helps provide instructors, educational materials, technology, testing assistance, and accessible learning opportunities for adults throughout our community.
Your support does more than fund a class. It helps a student build confidence, improve employment opportunities, support a family, and create a brighter future.
For more information on the Financial Literacy, GED, ESL, & Citizenship classes at the Adult Learning Center, call 432-332-1387 or complete the form below.