Adult Education

Rely on Elgin Community College to support your journey toward success.

We offer Adult Education and ESL programs tailored for adult learners. Our excellent prep courses can help you prepare for your State of Illinois High School Diploma Test or GED.

ECC's Adult Education and ESL programs support English language learners. Our dedicated instructors focus on improving speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. Our Adult Education team also helps reading, writing, and math abilities to boost confidence and achieve academic goals.

Interested in a new career path? We have free classes to show you different jobs you might like. Our front desk assistants guide you to careers in healthcare, education, industrial arts, or business through our bridge program. ECC will work with you to work around school and work plans to meet your goals.

Need access to technology? ECC has you covered! Visit our Technology help page for information on free Chromebook rentals, Wi-Fi hotspots, and more. Want to learn more or sign up for classes? Start with the offerings below:

Choose Your Program

• Basic Citizenship Skills
• English as a Second Language (ESL)
• State of Illinois High School Diploma Test Prep (HSE/GED) 
• Integrated Career and Academic Preparation System (ICAPS)
• Transitions Bridge Classes

Stevens Amendment (FY24):
Stevens Amendment: Approximately $718,727 (40%) of the Illinois Adult Education and Literacy Program cost at Elgin Community College is federally funded under Title II, Adult Education and Family Literacy of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act of 2014.