Welcome to Vermont Adult Learning! Vermont Adult Learning helps adult learners, ages 16 and older, acquire reading, writing, math and computer skills to earn high school diplomas/GEDs. We teach English Language Learners skills to advance educationally and at work. We engage in workforce development. Services are available in person and online. Text VAL to 833-900-0907 or contact our Learning Center nearest to you: https://vtadultlearning.org/find-us/. Check out our Online Learning Center’s (OLC) course catalog here: https://sites.google.com/vtadultlearning.org/course-catalog

Free Weatherization training, with job placement assistance starts January 10th in Rutland. Contact Jeff Nerney at (802) 779-0057 or [email protected]

COVID-19 POLICY

VAL remains committed to providing a healthy learning environment and will continue to follow the most current state guidance and CDC safety protocols when considering our policies.

One of the most important steps we all can take to keep ourselves, loved ones, and community members safe is to get the COVID-19 vaccination as soon as possible. Vaccines are highly effective in preventing death and hospitalization and will protect you from getting sick. There is no cost to get the vaccine which is available in many pharmacies and walk-in clinics around the state. Learn more about the COVID-19 vaccination from the Vermont Department of Health.

VAL expects that all staff and students who are able to be vaccinated will do so. For more information on getting vaccinated in Vermont, visit Getting the COVID-19 Vaccine.

We require masks to be worn at all times when in our learning centers. The only exceptions are when working alone in a room. When eating or drinking, you are required to keep a distance of 6 feet from other persons.

If you are unable or unwilling to get vaccinated or wear a mask, please let us know so we can discuss options.

If you test positive for COVID-19, notify your learning center immediately. You will be informed when you are able to return to the center. If you are experiencing any symptoms of COVID-19, please stay home until all symptoms have resolved.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

VAL is committing time, money, and resources with the goal of making Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) an integral piece of VAL culture. We would love to involve the insight of more VAL students, alumni, staff, board members, and community partners in this work. If you are interested in participating in some way with the VAL DEI Committee, please contact [email protected].

Learning Matters

Mike: VAL helped me set goals for myself
“Mike is that star student we all want on our rosters,” said VAL teacher Joy Gaine. “Homework? Done. Appointments? On time. Hard-working? You bet! Even with a full time job and a house full of kids….he is determined and nothing will stop him from reaching his goals.” Mike dropped out of high school in 2004.Continue reading "Mike: VAL helped me set goals for myself" Read more »
Source: Learning Matters: Vermont Adult Learning | Published: January 20, 2022 - 7:21 pm
Lydia: I was never afraid to ask a question
Lydia is a young person with one of those infectious smiles. Her outgoing personality has served her well in customer oriented jobs—as a dishwasher, barista, bartender and, now, as a counter person at the deli and market in Grafton, Vermont. Lydia is also a newly-minted high school graduate. “I love working there,” Lydia said. “It’sContinue reading "Lydia: I was never afraid to ask a question" Read more »
Source: Learning Matters: Vermont Adult Learning | Published: January 12, 2022 - 7:56 pm
Energy Works Job Training: Next class starts January 10th in Rutland
Trevor Arthur, a 39-year-old Rutland resident is excited. After completing Vermont Adult Learning’s (VAL) Energy Works workforce development training, he quickly landed a job as a Weatherization Crew member. Trevor’s last job was in hospitality, cleaning guest rooms and working the front desk at a hotel. He took time off to address health issues. HeContinue reading "Energy Works Job Training: Next class starts January 10th in Rutland" Read more »
Source: Learning Matters: Vermont Adult Learning | Published: December 16, 2021 - 3:10 pm
Garcia’s Bistro: VAL Student Opens Restaurant
There’s a new restaurant in northern Vermont and a VAL student is the owner. Yesica Garcia opened Garcia’s Bistro in November on Main Street in Enosburg Falls. Yesica, grew up in Jicarito, Honduras. She moved to Vermont in 2018 to join her family. She is the mother of three young adult children who are studentsContinue reading "Garcia’s Bistro: VAL Student Opens Restaurant" Read more »
Source: Learning Matters: Vermont Adult Learning | Published: December 8, 2021 - 3:28 pm

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