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. Our services are offered at no cost and are available in person and online. Text VAL to 833-900-0907 or contact a Learning Center nearest to you to learn more!
Interested in remote learning? Check out VAL’s Online Learning Center (OLC) course catalog.
Note for in-person learning: We no longer require masks in our learning centers. Anyone at high risk or wishing to continue wearing a mask for other reasons is welcome to do so. We will continue to have masks available in our centers for those who need them.
Those who choose to wear a mask do so because it is a decision they have made for their health and safety. Vermont Adult Learning expects that decision to be respected. If you have concerns about your safety, please let us know so we can discuss options to address them.
Staff Profile: Sarah Fox (10/1/2024) - Our team is the driving force behind everything we do. Meet the newest member of our Windham County team in our latest staff profile! Name: Sarah Fox Role at VAL: ELL Instructor/Advisor Where were you born? Athens, Georgia What is your educational background? Graduated from the University of South Carolina; earned my CELTA certification (which is considered a TEFL / ESL). Interesting past job? I’ve written 4 books, published in 14 languages (and I only speak English!). What is a unique hobby or interest you have? As a fossil enthusiast, I'm adapting my passion to the unique landscape of southern… 
Thank you Lawson’s Finest Liquids! (9/30/2024) - We're so grateful to Lawson's Finest Liquids for their generous donation through the Sunshine Fund! We were absolutely blown away by the generosity of their taproom patrons who contributed over $13,600 during our benefit weeks. Thank you for showing up for adult learners! Do you represent a business that would like to host a benefit for VT Adult Learning? Contact Janine Fleri, our Development and Communications Director, at [email protected] or 802-735-1670. 
Important Changes to Vermont’s High School Credential Programs (9/26/2024) - During the spring of 2024, the Vermont Legislature passed a bill which ended the High School Completion Program (HSCP) and replaced it with the Adult Diploma Program. Through the new Adult Diploma Program (ADP), “any Vermont resident who is at least 16 years of age; who has not received a high school diploma; and who is not enrolled in a public or approved independent school, postsecondary institution, or home study program can receive a local high school diploma granted by one of the Program’s participating high schools”. The ADP is administered by the Agency of Education (AoE). With the repeal… 
A “Full Circle Moment” at Windsor County Graduation (9/18/2024) - It's an exciting time of year as our Learning Centers are wrapping up another graduation season full of joy, celebration, and pride. For VAL Graduate and Board Member Ashley Griggs, the Windsor County celebration was especially meaningful, as she shares below: "I attended the VAL graduation for Windsor County, not as a board member but as a very proud cousin. I wanted to say it was a beautiful ceremony! It brought back a lot of memories about my own VAL graduation in 2021." A special shout-out to all the staff who took the time to write such wonderful things about… 
Adult Education & Literacy Week Kicks Off With National GED Day (9/16/2024) - Monday, September 16 not only kicks off Adult Education and Family Literacy Week this year, it also marks the first-ever National GED Day! National GED Day is a time to reflect on the hard work and dedication of GED learners, educators, graduates, and everyone who supports them throughout their educational journey. It’s a day to celebrate GED achievements and the brighter futures that come through education. The GED test has opened doors to better jobs and college programs for more than 20 million graduates since 1942. Visit ged.com/nationalgedday to learn more. Alexis, who received her GED through VAL, had this to… © Vermont Adult Learning