Adult Education
Adult Learning Centers
Northwest Indiana provides over 15 adult education and learning sites. Free classes include Adult Basic Education which helps you brush up on basic math, reading, and writing, High School Equivalency (HSE and formerly known as the GED) exam preparation, and English Language Learner Classes (ELL). Class schedules vary by location.
Enrollment is always open! Call 1-866-472-3219
OFFERINGS
A LIST OF LOCATIONS FOLLOW. HERE IS A BRIEF EXPLANATION OF THE SERVICES THEY OFFER.
All classes are free. No cost to participants.
HSE = High School Equivalency
HSE (High School Equivalency) is an alternative for earning a high school diploma. Your HSE Diploma can be earned after completing a test based on five subject areas (math, reading, writing, science and social studies).
ABE = Adult Basic Education
Classes designed for students who need to improve their basic reading, writing, and/or math levels.
ELL = English Language Learning
Learn English to prepare for a career, college, or to contribute to your family and community. Any level of learner accepted, from beginner to advanced. Classes cover reading, writing, listening, speaking, grammar, and vocabulary skills.
CDA = Child Development Associate
The Child Development Associate credential is the simplest, quickest, and most inexpensive way to further your career in early child care and education.
IET = Integrated Education and Training
Integrated education and training (IET) programs combine occupational skills training with basic and academic skills instruction to expedite the education and career advancement of learners.
CROWN POINT
Crown Point Community Library
122 North Main Street
Crown Point, IN 46307
HOURS: M, T, W, Th from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Hours may vary based on customer need
OFFERING: ABE, HSE, IET, ELL in person and remote
crownpointalc@cwicorp.com
Kimbrough Work Release Program
2600 W 93rd Ave.
Crown Point, IN 46307
HOURS: M, T, W, Th from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Hours may vary based on customer need
OFFERING: ABE, HSE, IET, ELL in person and remote
crownpointalc@cwicorp.com
EAST CHICAGO
East Chicago Central High School
1100 W Columbus Dr
East Chicago, IN 46312
HOURS: M & W 4:30-7:30 p.m.
OFFERING: Also offer a Paraprofessional IET Progra.m.
PHONE: (219) 378-7310
mlee@ecps.org
East Chicago Public Library
1008 W. Chicago Ave.
East Chicago, IN 46312
HOURS: Tuesday – Thursday 4:45 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.
OFFERING: ABE, HSE
PHONE: 219-850-4448
East Chicago Public Library
1009 W. Chicago Ave.
East Chicago, IN 46312
HOURS: Monday – Thursday 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
OFFERING: ELL
PHONE: 219-850-4448
Ivy Tech Community College
North Building
410 E Columbus Dr, East Chicago, IN 46312
HOURS: Monday -Thursday. Tentative 9a.m.-7p.m.
Schedules based on student need.
OFFERING: Training Site/ HS Testing Site
GARY
Gary Area Career Center
1800 E 35th Ave, Gary, IN 46409
HOURS: 10a.m.-8p.m. Monday-Thursday; Fridays and Saturdays based on service needs.
OFFERING: HS Testing Site
Faith Community Center North
1351 W 11th Ave.
Gary, IN 46402
HOURS: M, T, W, Th from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Hours may vary based on customer need
OFFERING: ABE, HSE, IET, ELL
NEO Gary
1520 Grant St.
Gary, IN 46404
HOURS: Tuesday & Thursday 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
OFFERING: ABE, HSE
PHONE: 219-850-4448
WorkOne Gary
504 Broadway, 4th Floor
Gary, IN 46408
HOURS: Monday – Friday from 1 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Hours may vary based on customer need
OFFERING: ABE, HSE, ELL in person and remote
WDS Adult Education Center
2400 W 5th Ave
Gary, IN 46404
HOURS: Monday – Friday. Hours and Days
Scheduled based on requested services and staff availability.
OFFERING: Administration/Training Site
HAMMOND
Hammond Area Career Center
5727 Sohl Ave
Hammond, IN 46320
HOURS: Monday-Thursday 9:00 to 1:00
PHONE: 219-933-2419 ext 1960
WDS Training Site
5246 Hohman Ave
Hammond, IN 46320
HOURS: Open to schedules needed. Available 24/7.
KNOX
WorkOne Knox
1913 S Heaton St
Knox, IN 46534
HOURS: M, T, W, Th from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Hours may vary based on customer need
OFFERING: ABE, HSE, IET, ELL in person and remote
HOBART
First United Methodist Church
654 E 4th St
Hobart, IN 46342
HOURS: M, T, W, Th from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Hours may vary based on customer need
OFFERING: ABE, HSE, IET, ELL in person and remote
hobartalc@cwicorp.com
LAKE STATION
Thomas A. Edison Junior Senior High School
3304 Parkside Ave
Lake Station, IN 46405
HOURS: Tuesday & Thursday 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
OFFERING: ELL
PHONE: 219-850-4448
LA PORTE
WorkOne La Porte
300 Legacy Plaza W
La Porte, IN 46350
HOURS: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
OFFERING: ABE, HSE
Boston Middle School
1000 Harrison St
La Porte, IN 46350
HOURS: Wednesday 5 to 8 p.m.
OFFERING: ELL
Center Township Trustee
1108 W State Rd 2
La Porte, IN 46350
HOURS: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday | 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
OFFERING: ABE
St. Joseph’s Church
109 C St
La Porte, IN 46350
HOURS: Thursday 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
OFFERING: ELL, ESL
LOWELL
Cedar Creek Community Center
151 North Fremont
La Porte, IN 46350
HOURS: M, T, W, Th from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Hours may vary based on customer need
OFFERING: ABE, HSE, IET, ELL
In-person & Remote
lowellalc@cwicorp.com
MERRILLVILLE
Merrillville High School
276 E 68th Pl
Merrillville, IN 46410
HOURS: 6:00 to 8:30 p.m.
OFFERING: ABE, ELL, CDA
PHONE: (219) 650-5318
MICHIGAN CITY
A.K. Smith Career Center
817 Lafayette St
Michigan City, IN 46360
HOURS: Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
OFFERING: ABE, HSE, ELL, IET, Fast Track Bootca.m.p
PHONE: (219) 873-2120 ext. 8707
MOROCCO
Newton County Government Center
4117 240 W
Morocco, IN 47963
HOURS: M, T, W, Th from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Hours may vary based on customer need
OFFERING: ABE, services provided through local county government
PORTAGE
NEO ABE
5201 US-6
Portage, IN 46368
HOURS: Monday – Thursday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. & 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
OFFERING: ABE, HSE, IET
PHONE: (219) 850-4448
NEO ELL
5202 US Hwy 6
Portage, IN 46368
HOURS: Monday – Thursday 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. & Tuesday – Thursday 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
OFFERING: ELL
PHONE: (219) 850-4448
WorkOne Portage
1575 Adler Circle, Suite A
Portage, IN 46368
HOURS: M, T, W, Th 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Hours may vary based on customer need
OFFERING: ABE, HSE, IET, ELL
In-person & Remote
portagealc@cwicorp.com
RENSSALEAR
WorkOne Rensselaer
105 East Drexel Parkway, Suite 1
Rensselaer, IN 47978
HOURS: M, T, W, Th from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Hours may vary based on customer need
OFFERING: ABE, HSE, IET, ELL in person and remote
jasperalc@cwicorp.com
SCHERERVILLE
St. John Community Center
1515 Lincoln Hwy
Schererville, IN 46375
HOURS: M, T, W, Th from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Hours may vary based on customer need
OFFERING: ABE, HSE, IET, ELL
In-person & Remote
tritownalc@cwicorp.com
VALPARAISO
Porter County Sheriff’s Office
2755 IN-49, Valparaiso, IN 46383
HOURS: Tuesday & Thursday 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
OFFERING: ABE, HSE
PHONE: 219-850-4448
Trinity Lutheran Church
201 Washington St
Valparaiso, IN 46383
HOURS: M, T, W, Th from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and once a month on Saturday
OFFERING: ABE, HSE, IET, ELL in person and remote
valparaisoalc@cwicorp.com
WINAMAC
WorkOne Winamac
118 North Sally Dr
Winamac, IN 46996
HOURS: Monday and Wednesday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Hours may vary based on customer need
OFFERING: ABE, HSE, IET, ELL
In-person & Remote
pulaskialc@cwicorp.com