Adult Education

Adults today are living longer and are realizing that they can continue their education far beyond the traditional school model of the past.

Programs of many types offer lifelong learning where adults can develop their skills, interest and values that lead to fulfilling lives. Whether you want to earn a high school equivalency degree, start college, finish college or just learn to redesign your backyard, you'll find the resources here.

Adult Equivalency Programs

There are a variety of high school equivalency options designed to fit your learning style, skills, experience and schedule. The most well known is the General Educational Development (GED) Diploma, available internationally. Other programs are the External High School Diploma (EDP), Foreign High School Diploma, High School Equivalency Program (HEP) and the High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED).

In America, check with your state Director of Adult Education to find out which programs are available in your area. In Canada, consult the Ministry of Education.

Adult Education at About.com

American Association for Adult and Continuing Education

English for All

Tune into Learning

California Distance Learning Project

Adult Education Students Succeed

Internet Public Library: Adult Education