Additional information about senior education here.
Adult Education
Adults 16 years and older who have not completed high school, who need to brush up on reading, writing, or math skills for further education/training, and/or who are not native English speakers/writers are eligible.
In keeping with the college’s mission, the Department of Adult Education and Literacy (DAEL) provides the tools, resources, instruction, and support necessary for students in the JJC community to achieve their individual, academic, and employment goals. Programs and services include:
High School Equivalency (GED, HiSET, TASC) preparation, and i-Pathways
High School Credit, Early School Leavers Transition Program
Basic skills review
College, academic, and career transition services and advising
English as a Second Language, and citizenship preparation
Literacy tutoring, volunteer literacy tutor training
The Joliet Junior College Department of Adult Education and Literacy can open the doors to a brighter future for you and your family with programs designed to meet your needs.
Register for High School Equivalency/GED orientation or an ESL orientation by using the Register Now button
High School Equivalency/GED students must provide a photo ID. Examples of acceptable forms of ID include driver’s license, high school, Sam’s Club, Costo, etc. ID must include photo and name.
Announcements
We have moved! Our new address is 235 N Chicago St, Joliet, Room 3019 (3rd Floor)
Vision Statement
DAEL will be the 1st choice in assisting our community to become college and career ready.
Stevens Amendment
For the purpose of compliance with Section 511 of Public Law 101-166 (the Stevens Amendment). Federal funds provide approximately 27% of the support for these programs.
Programs & Services
Listed below are the various program and services that DAEL provides: