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.
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… 
New Video for Multilingual Learners (9/5/2024) - VAL's DEI Committee recently collaborated with the Vermont Language Justice Project to create a video about understanding your rights during a police stop. As part of our ongoing Know Your Rights workshops, this resource aims to help our students, staff, and broader community safely navigate interactions with law enforcement. The script was reviewed and informed by ACLU-VT and our friends at VLJP were even able to cast an actual South Burlington traffic cop! Getting pulled over can be a stressful experience made harder by cultural and linguistic barriers. We are proud to have supported and informed the creation of this video,… 
Closed for Labor Day (9/2/2024) - Vermont Adult Learning is closed in recognition of Labor Day. Interested in learning more about this annual celebration of the achievements of American workers? Check out this resource from the Department of Labor! 
Attention Enosburgh Falls Shoppers! (8/31/2024) - $1 from each Hannaford Helps bag purchased at the 77 Jay View Drive location in Enosburgh Falls during the month of September will be donated to Vermont Adult Learning! Help the environment while supporting VT Adult Learning. Please share with anyone you know who shops in that region! © Vermont Adult Learning