Contact

Aitkin: 218-910-8303
Carlton: 218-879-5588
Cook: 218-264-9593
Itasca: 218-910-8986/218-259-0285
Koochiching: 218-780-1982
Lake: 218-730-6960
St. Louis (Hibbing): 218-404-3353
St. Louis (Virginia): 218-750-2606

Advancing Opportunities Through Adult Learning and Personal Development

Whether you’re preparing for a new career, strengthening essential skills, or taking the next step toward personal goals, our Adult Education program is here to support you every step of the way. Our Adult Education program provides a full spectrum of learning options for eligible community members. Our experienced instructors will help you explore and achieve your education goals. Services are available in person, online, or a combination, so you can set your own goals and work at your own pace.

 

Eligibility
  • Must be at least 17 years old
  • Cannot be enrolled in, or required to enroll in, any K-12 school
  • and must meet one or both of the following criteria:
      • Lacks a secondary (high school) credential (high school diploma, standard adult high school diploma, DEG, HiSET)
      • Demonstrates a need below the 12th-grade level in any of the basic academic areas, including reading, math, and the ability to read, write, and understand English
Our Services
  • GED Preparation
  • Adult Diploma
  • Basic Skill Acquisition (Math, Reading, and Writing)
  • Computer Skill Training
  • Budgeting and Financial Literacy
  • Resume and Interview Skills
  • English Language Learning
  • College and Career Preparation
  • Industry-specific Bridge Training (carpentry pre-apprenticeship, ServSafe Manager/Food Handler certification, paraprofessional certification)
  • Citizenship
  • Distance Learning

 

How to Apply

For questions or additional information, or to apply, please complete the short form below and a member of our team will reach out. This form is not an application.

 

Interest Form

Locations
  • Aitkin County

    Aitkin Public Library
    110 1st Ave NE
    Aitkin, MN 56431
    218-910-8303

  • Carlton County

    Cloquet US Bank Building
    715 Cloquet Avenue-Suite 2
    Cloquet, Minnesota 55720
    218-879-5588

  • Cook County

    Cook Higher Education
    300 W 3rd St
    Grand Marais, MN 55604
    218-264-9593

  • Itasca County

    MN North College – Itasca Campus
    1851 US-169
    Grand Rapids, MN 55744
    218-910-8986 or 218-259-0285

  • Koochiching County

    MN North College – Rainy River Campus
    1501 U. S. Hwy 71
    International Falls, MN 56649
    218-780-1982

  • Lake County

    Two Harbors Public Library
    320 Waterfront Dr.
    Two Harbors, MN 55616
    218-730-6960

  • St Louis County

    Hibbing CareerForce
    3920 13th Ave E
    Hibbing, MN 55746
    218-969-2806

    Minnesota North College – Mesabi Range – Virginia
    1001 Chestnut St
    Virginia, MN 55792
    218-750-2606

    Minnesota North College – Hibbing
    1515 E 25th St Rm D132
    Hibbing, MN 55746
    218-404-3353

MN Dept of Ed
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AEOA receives Adult Education funds from the Minnesota Department of Education. Mark Page, Executive Director, and Tracy Chase, Adult Education Manager, directly oversee and manage this grant contract and funds. To reach them, please call 1-800-662-5711.