Adult Education

Several of our organizations offer English language classes, citizenship test preparation, GED test preparation, and/or job training.

Progreso Latino

Progreso Latino offers the following classes: ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages), Native Literacy, Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, Citizenship, Job Training/IET/RI-Best, and Job Developments.

If you are interested, please contact Carmenza Bernal, Admissions Specialist  (401) 585-3454, cbernal@progresolatino.org. You may also visit Progreso Latino’s office at 626 Broad Street, Central Falls, RI 02863 from 9am-5pm, Monday through Friday.

Dorcas International Institute of Rhode Island

Dorcas International offers courses in Citizenship Prep, Community Interpreting, Direct Care Professional, English, and Family Literacy.

If you are interested, please contact the admissions office at admissions@diiri.org or at (401) 784-8602. Classes are located at Dorcas’ North Campus(220 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI 02907).

Refugee Dream Center

The Refugee Dream Center provides free job training and English language classes for refugees. The classes are designed for a wide range of learning levels, and childcare is provided. Courses offered include Citizenship Classes, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Classes, Financial Literacy Workshops, Computer/Digital Literacy Training, and Job Search Assistance.

If you are interested, please reach out to the Refugee Dream Center at info@refugeedreamcenter.org or at (401) 300-0544.

Crossroads Rhode Island

Crossroads RI is dedicated to helping people who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Crossroads assists with resumes, finding and applying to jobs, and exploring careers. Learn more by visiting their website, at (401) 521-2255 or information@crossroadsri.org. The office is located at 160 Broad Street, Providence, RI 02903.