Class Offerings

LEARN English, PREP for the GED® test, and TRAIN for in-demand careers!

Welcome to Rio Salado College’s Adult Education program. Offering award-winning adult education classes that have helped thousands of people like you reach their goals and positively affect their lives. Serving students 16+ not in high school.

Class Offerings

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GED® Test Prep

Learn more about GED® test preparation classes to help you earn your high school equivalency (HSE) diploma

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Adult ACE

Explore the Adults Achieving a College Education Scholarship program

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Career Training

Discover Career Training programs available for currently enrolled adult education students

Your Academic Journey: Rio Salado College's Adult Education program is No. 1 in the state!

As a student you will receive support every step of your journey: 

  • Caring staff to provide day-to-day help. 
  • Competent instructors to deliver relevant lessons and answer all your questions. 
  • Knowledgeable success coaches and career navigators to provide career and academic counseling. 
  • Access to online platforms such as Essential Education, EdReady, and Burlington English to support your learning experience. 
  • Access to career training courses in the fields of: Applied Technology; Business, Entrepreneurialism, and Management; Computer and Information Technology; and Health Sciences. 

Our small classes ensure instructors have the opportunity to help you one-on-one, allowing you to receive the support you need to earn your diploma.

Modes of Instruction

Modes of Instruction

Rio Salado offers in-person and virtual, live-online classes, with morning and evening options. However you attend class, you will learn from passionate, dedicated teachers eager to help you achieve future success. 

  • In-Person: This is the traditional classroom format where classes meet on campus in a face-to-face environment. 
  • Virtual, Live-online: Instructor-led, live-online classes. You interact with your instructor and classmates in a virtual environment. Your sessions meet online on specific days and times every week, just like an in-person class.

Why Students Chose Rio

Adriana Franco

Adriana Franco

HSE Graduate, Warehouse, Inventory and Logistics and Entrepreneurial Studies Level 1 certificates

“I chose Rio Salado because of the feeling of being welcomed. I saw how much enthusiasm there was with just getting registered and I knew this was the right place for me."

Christi Leyam

Christi Leyam

English Language Student, National Adult Education Honor Society Inductee 

“I chose Rio because it was near my house and I could learn English step-by-step”

Enedina Teran

Enedina Teran

HSE Graduate - College Credit Pathway

“I chose Rio Salado College because with the College Credit Pathway, I had the opportunity to earn 25 college credits along with my high school diploma. This opened the door to continue my college education and soon I will be earning my associate degree!”

Jose Ivan

Jose Ivan

Adult ACE Completer 

“I am the first in my family to pursue a college education. My journey and experiences have helped me be the best version of myself each day and show others in my community that anything is possible”

RSC Locations

All Rio Salado College Adult Education locations are open for classes and services Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., with the front lobby welcome desk services available until 7 p.m.

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