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Adult Education

Many adults find that furthering their education is a great way to help prepare them for a better job, or even a brand new career. If you would like adult education to play a part of your settlement plan in the Saint John Region, there are great options available that can help you.

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Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC)

The CAEC is geared at those wishing a high school equivalency. It can also be used to validate an existing high school diploma, or to validate skills for employment or post-secondary education.

Learning Exchange

The Learning Exchange offers adult education, training, and career development. The Basic Education and Skills Training (B.E.S.T.) program and the Community Adult Learning Program (C.A.L.P.) help adult learners develop skills and prepare for the GED. The Growing Occupational Academic & Life Skills (G.O.A.L.S.) program is for youth ages 16 to 25 who have not finished high school and are looking to complete their Adult High School Diploma. G.O.A.L.S. is an opportunity to achieve high school credits in English, Math, Art, World Issues, Outdoor Pursuits, Environmental Science and more in a small class setting with a teacher and a tutor, which allows for a lot of individual attention.

139 Prince Edward Street
(506) 648-0202
https://sjle.org/

Career Development Opportunities (CDO) Program

The Career Development Opportunities Program (CDO) is intended to help people who are receiving Social Assistance but are potentially employable. The program connects people to programs and services that can help them transition to work and, ultimately, self-sufficiency. This program empowers you to pursue your preferred future by providing financial and career development case management. The University of New Brunswick Saint John, NBCC and Eastern College also offer adult learning options.