where do you want to go?

Begin your journey to success with Santa Clara Adult Education

English Learners

Strengthen your English skills!

  • Improve your reading, writing, speaking and listening skills
  • Take an English for Careers classes
  • Day and evening classes available- FREE

High School Diploma & Equivalency

Adult Secondary Education

  • Get the high school diploma, GED or HiSET so you can take the next step in your career. 
  • Improve your reading, writing and math skills
  • Day and evening classes available- FREE

Career Training

Obtain the training you need to get into the workforce!

  • Industry professionals teach all classes
  • Low cost

Wilson Preschool/Parent Education

Enroll your family in Wilson Parent Participation Preschool!

  • Enjoy learning with your child.
  • Curriculum includes hands-on activities and active play
  • Parents work in the classroom once per week.

Adults with Disabilities

Skills Plus

Regain functional skills after a stroke.

  • Community engagement
  • Activities taught by licensed therapists

 

Independence Network

Engage in classes of interest!

  • Community Outings
  • Variety of choices

Community Interest Classes

Explore a new interest or sharpen your skills!
  • Wide variety of enrichment classes available
  • Enjoy pickleball, swimming, soccer and more!
  • Take advantage of classes at different times of day that work for you

Adult Education Teacher Credentialing Program

  • Interested in teaching in adult education? Enroll in the new teacher credential pathway through Santa Clara Adult Education.
  • The Adult Education Teaching Credential Program is planning to start enrolling teacher candidates on Monday, May 5, 2025.

Our Mission

The mission of Santa Clara Adult Education (part of the Santa Clara Unified School District) is to empower adults of all ages and abilities to succeed in an ever-changing world.

Schoolwide Learner Outcomes

  • Students will achieve measurable growth in knowledge and skills in their area of study.
  • Students will be able to identify and access diverse resources, information and technology related to their area of study.
  • Students will apply knowledge and skills from their area of study to their professional and/or personal lives.

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What's New

WILSON PRESCHOOL 3-YEAR OLD CLASS
New 3's Class!
Tuesday's and Thursday's
9 am - 12 pm.
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