Adult Education and Literacy
ABLE Learning Center
308 E. High St. Ste 203, Jefferson City, MO 65101
573-636-5558
Services: ABLE Learning Center provides literacy assistance to those 16 years of age or older and not in school. There is no charge for the services or the materials. Volunteer tutors meet one-on-one in private sessions arranged to meet the schedules of the student and tutor.
Adult Education and Literacy
315 East Dunklin Street, Jefferson City MO, 65101
573-659-3122
https://www.jcschools.us/domain/46
Office Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30a.m.- 4:00p.m.
Services: Individualized classes in basic academic subjects such as reading, math, and science to enable students to complete the high school equivalency diploma (HSE), enroll in higher education, or become employable. Fee: Free class, cost for exam.
Being Successful in College as a Parent
https://online.maryville.edu/blog/being-successful-in-college-as-a-parent/
Adult Education and Literacy
204 East Dunklin Street, Jefferson City MO, 65101
573-659-3122
https://www.jcschools.us/domain/46
Office Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30a.m.- 4:00p.m.
Services: Individualized classes in basic academic subjects such as reading, math, and science to enable students to complete the high school equivalency diploma (HSE), enroll in higher education, or become employable. Fee: Free class, cost for exam.
CMCA - ShowMe Healthy Relationships
800 N. Providence Rd., Ste. 110, Columbia, MO 65203
573-443-8706 ext. 1022, or 855-422-4510 or text 573-239-1776
nolanda@cmca.us
The ShowMe Healthy Relationships Program offers free courses for individuals who would like to learn more about healthy relationships. The courses are designed to help those that are not in a committed relationship learn how to identify the qualities that make a healthy partner, and how to communicate and maintain relationships. Participants also learn how parenting, finances, and personal well-being impact their healthy relationship choices.
Eligibility: Over 18 and not currently in a committed relationship
Fees: None, barrier reducers are given for participation
Centro Latino De Salud
609 N Garth Ave, Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 449-9442
http://centrolatino.missouri.org/en/about/
English/Spanish classes, Computer skills, Health Education. The mission of Centro Latino is to empower Latinos, Latino families and the general public through provision of services and guidance in navigating the health, education and cultural resources of mid-Missouri. Centro Latino provides assistance to immigrants as they become acclimated to their new environment with its different laws, customs, and language. Families and individuals that contact the Centro receive orientation to the community as well as physical, mental, and social support. The Centro strives to empower Latinos to live in an environment of mutual respect that encompasses personal interaction in the community as well as appropriate treatment by, and interaction with, service providers. Centro Latino helps all Latino families regardless of national origin, religion, or immigration status.
Geographic Area Served: Mid-Missouri
Daniel Boone Regional Library
Columbia Library: 100 West Broadway, Columbia, MO 65201
Southern Boone County: 109 Main St, Ashland, MO 65010
Callaway County Library: 710 Court Street, Fulton, MO 65251
Columbia Hours: 9:00a.m.-9:00p.m. Monday-Thursday, 9:00a.m.-6:00p.m. Friday, 9:00a.m.-5:00p.m. Saturday, 1:00p.m.-5:00p.m. Sunday
Southern Boone Hours: 9:00a.m.-7:00p.m. Monday-Thursday, 9:00a.m-3:00p.m. Friday and Saturday
Callaway County Hours: 9:00a.m.-9:00p.m. Monday-Thursday, 9:00am-5:00p.m. Friday and Saturday
Columbia (573)443-3161, Ashland (573)657-7378, Fulton (573)642-7261
Fax: Columbia (573)499-0191
https://www.facebook.com/yourdbrl/
Services: Free access to books, audiobooks, magazines, music CDs, newspapers, DVDs, electronic resources and other library material; ESL and Spanish language materials; consumer and government information; telephone and e-mail reference information; public access computers; story times for children; summer reading program for children, teens and adults; One Read community reading program; events and classes for children, teens and adults; tours; bookmobile service to rural communities, neighborhoods and licensed child care centers; home and nursing home visits for homebound persons; liaison with Wolfner Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped; eBooks, audiobooks, magazines, comic books, streaming music, TV shows & movies, continuing education classes, genealogy resources, yearbook archive and other online resources
Fee: None
Eligibility: Open to citizens of Boone and Callaway Counties
Intake Procedures: Call Outreach Department for mail, bookmobile, and shut-in service; walk-in or phone for other services
Required Documentation for Services: Proof of residency required for library card, some services available without a library card (reference services, magazines & newspapers, tax forms, etc.) Adults can apply online: www.dbrl.org/library-card-application
Geographic Area Served: Boone, Callaway Counties; Locations: Columbia, Ashland, Fulton
Foreign Languages Spoken: Spanish is spoken by some staff
Other Names/Acronyms: Columbia Public Library
The Excel Center
101 N. Fourth St, Columbia, MO 65201
573-499-1220
https://excel.mersgoodwill.org/
The Excel Center® is a free public high school that gives adults (age 21 and over) the opportunity to earn an actual high school diploma. While earning their diploma, students earn college credits and a variety of industry-recognized certifications in order to increase their earning potential. The Excel Center is a free public high school for adults that provides flexible class schedules, supportive relationships with staff and a life coach who works with students to find solutions for life’s challenges that could hinder progress.
They provide a free drop-in center for child care, extended hours and year-round operation to support students as they work toward the goal of earning a diploma.
Fulton HSE Learning Center
John C. Harris Community Center, 350 Sycamore Street Fulton, MO
573-659-3122 (Adult Education in Jefferson City) or 573-642-3316 (Fulton HSE CMCA)
https://www.jcschools.us/Page/14978
Class Schedule: AM class: Tuesday and Thursday - 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and PM class: Tuesday and Thursday - 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Class attendance requirement: 10 hours per month
Orientation: Before you can start classes, you must attend and complete orientation to be enrolled in the class you wish to attend. Orientation is 3 sessions and is offered at the time of the class you wish to attend, the am class or the pm class. To complete orientation, you must attend all three sessions, without missing a session, being late or leaving early. Orientation is first come basis only. Orientation will be offered monthly. Please call the Adult Education office in Jefferson City at 573-659-3122 or Fulton HSE (CMCA) at 573-642-3316 for more information.
Skill Up Program for SNAP Recipients - CMCA Family Resource Center
610 Collier Ln, Fulton, MO 65251
573-642-3316
https://cmca.us/get-help/skillup/
Food Stamp Program / Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program https://mydss.mo.gov/food-assistance/food-stamp-program
Offered in partnership with the MO Department of Social Services, Skill Up helps SNAP and TANF recipients obtain skills, training, education, and employer connections that lead to employment and on-the-job success.
Skill Up Program for TANF recipients - MERS Goodwill
1103 Southwest Blvd., Suite D, Jefferson City, MO 65109
573-355-8139
Food Stamp Program / Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program https://mydss.mo.gov/food-assistance/food-stamp-program
Offered in partnership with the MO Department of Social Services, Skill Up helps SNAP and TANF recipients obtain skills, training, education, and employer connections that lead to employment and on-the-job success.
University of Missouri Extension in Callaway County
5803 County Road 302, Fulton, MO 65251
573-642-0755
extension.missouri.edu/callaway/
Food Production Support Services, Community Gardening, Home Gardening Assistance/Supplies, Continuing Education, Nutrition Education, Parenting Skills Classes, Youth Agricultural Programs, Business Assistance Centers.
Westminster College
501 Westminster Ave., Fulton, MO 65251
573-642-3361
Founded in 1851, Westminster College is a private, selective, coeducational, residential, undergraduate college. Our curriculum focuses on preparing students to succeed within their chosen careers and the diverse, global community we live in. Students are challenged and guided by expert faculty to evolve into the capable leaders and confident difference-makers they are meant to be.
WILL - Woods Institute of Language & Literacy
Columbia, MO
Text or Call 573.424.0248
Covid 19 Statement: At this time, WILL is offering on-line instruction until it is safe to return to In Class instruction. There is a waiting list for available instructional times. Anyone interested in one to one instruction can contact WILL by email JTaylor@will4learning.org or TEXT 573-424-0248.
WILL provides instruction for adult English language learners working toward a High School Equivalency (HSE) Certificate, job and vocational training. The classes are free and open to adults 16 years of age and older. This program is designed to develop English proficiency while studying academic and work skills.
WILL's mission is to remove barriers for education and work skills development of adults working to improve their socioeconomic status.
WILL meets with individuals and small groups either on line or in person. In person meeting requires proof of current vaccine status.
William Woods University
One University Ave., Fulton MO 65251
800-955-3159
http://www.williamwoods.edu/index.html
We offer unique undergraduate programs, including an internationally recognized equestrian studies program, a four-year American Sign Language interpreting program, and a criminal justice degree with homeland security emphasis. William Woods University believes in a service-learning model, where students learn best through hands-on experience, and through the giving of their hearts, minds and talents.