Stand out in your job search by earning an industry-recognized credential with Rio Salado's Adult Education program.
- Adult Education Classes - Students attend weekly GED® test preparation or English language classes.
- Workforce Preparation - Students receive employability skills training to increase soft skills such as time management, goal setting, interviewing basics, communication skills, creating a professional image, and more.
- Workforce Training - Students co-enroll in in-demand career training programs leading to an industry-recognized credential.
- Career Pathways - Career training programs align with the Maricopa Community Colleges’ Fields of Interest so students can earn stackable credentials in a career pathway.
Career Training Available in 4 Main Fields of Interest
Applied Technology
- Automotive Maintenance & Light Repair*
- Construction Trades*
- Carpentry/Framing
- Electrical
- Plumbing
- Facilities Management*
- Semiconductor Manufacturing
Business Entrepreneurialism and Management
- Business Entrepreneurship
- General Business
- Inventory & Logistics
- Retail Fundamentals/Customer Service
- Risk Management & Insurance
- Supply Chain
Computer and Information Technology
- Android App Development
- Cybersecurity Fundamentals
- Desktop Support
- Front or Back End Software Development*
- iOS App Development
- Microsoft Office Specialist
Health Sciences
- Emergency Medical Technology (EMT)*
- Medical Administrative Assisting*
- Nurse Assisting*
- Pharmacy Technician*
How do Adult Education Classes Prepare YOU for a Career?
Intake & Orientation
- Explore careers and fields of interest with the Pipeline AZ tool
- Set your career goals
- Develop and grow your passion and perseverance for long-term and meaningful goals
- Learn about professionalism
- Nurture a growth mindset
- Improve your communication style
Career Training
While you attend your GED® test prep or English Language classes, earn industry-recognized credentials and career skills for in-demand jobs in:
- Applied Technology
- Business, Entrepreneurialism, and Management
- Computer and Information Technology
- Health Sciences
Career Services
- Attend career presentations on successful interviewing and creating your personal brand
- Obtain personalized assistance from Career Counselors on creating cover letters, resumes, and job searching
- Complete online EDGE modules and earn certificates in customer service, leadership, and personal development skills
- Develop your career e-portfolio to showcase your skills and achievements to employers
Pipeline AZ
Learn how your passions and skills match with available career pathways
- Step 1: Visit Pipeline AZ-MCCCD and register
- Select Location: Rio Salado College- Adult Education
- Step 2: Take the Interests Assessment
- Step 3: Explore your assessment results
Interested in exploring your results more? Visit your College and Career Navigator at your location or schedule a virtual meeting.
College and Career Preparation
Rio Salado Adult Education's College and Career Preparation class helps you explore careers, set goals, secure scholarships, and gain college success skills. Led by a College and Career Navigator and an occupational instructor, this class is designed to help you:
- Identify personal interests to design your career plan
- Set career goals and identify training programs
- Learn key college and workforce professional skills
- Complete co-enrollment requirements for ARIZONA@WORK and other scholarship applications (ex. Adult ACE)
- Develop career portfolio items and skills such as job searching basics and resume building with Pipeline AZ