Career & College Readiness Support

Sometimes the road to a new career or education program is a long one – and that’s ok. If you are over the age of 16, Adult Education and Literacy providers throughout the state offer free help with:

Math and computer skills
Reading
Writing
Study skills
Time management
Connecting with employment and education opportunities

Get in touch with a center near you:

Relationships, Education, Advancement, and Development for Youth for Life (READY4Life) Program

The READY4LIFE program serves immigrant youth ages 14-24 out of their office in Colchester. Youth in this program can expect:

Relationship education
In-depth case management
Support for a successful move into adulthood

Learn more about the program or connect with USCRI VT.

Education & Transition Programs

Are you looking to find connection, clarity, and purpose in your life? Check out the programs offered by Mercy Connections. They offer a range of workshops to help Vermonters lead fulfilling and independent lives. Classes can help you build leadership skills, writing skills, or even prepare you for your American Citizenship Test.

Learn more or view the upcoming class and program schedule.

Multicultural Youth Program

Tap into resources, services, and programs in the community to help continue on your dream education and life path. This program staffs a helpdesk at the Burlington, Winooski, and Essex High Schools and also has a Burlington Resource Center. Through Spectrum, you can access:

Youth conferences
A bike club & indoor soccer
Girls group
Academic support
Support for personal and wellness goals

Learn more here or at your high school’s help desk.

Youth Development Program

Find a safe environment and build community at the O.N.E. Youth Center in Burlington. The center offers all youth:

A safe and fun afterschool environment
Homework and job assistance
Field trips, workshops, and social services
Mentorship

Find out more about the ONE Youth Center and see their hours here.

English Language Learning Support

Improve your written and conversational English language skills in supportive environments through any of these providers:

GED Exam Support

Get free, one-on-one support or classes to prepare for the GED exam by reaching out to any of these Adult Education and Literacy providers:

GEAR UP

GEAR UP is a program to help middle and high school students facing obstacles continue their education after high school. This program gives students:

Focused support through career and academic counseling
College funding
Financial counseling
Parent support

Learn more about GEAR UP and it’s eligibility guidelines here, or talk to your school counselor.

Career Support for New Vermonters

Career support for anyone in Chittenden county whose families have moved here from a different country. Get support with the following skills to start a job in agriculture or health care:

Skills training
English language assistance
Job placement support

Connect with the Association of Africans Living in Vermont.

Adult Education and Literacy

Get the training and job skills you need as an adult to find a job that works for you. Adult learners are Vermonters over the age of 16 who need additional skills or training, a high school credential, or both. No matter where you’re starting from, you can work one-on-one or take classes to improve your skills in: