Adult education – Toledo Lucas County Public Library

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Support for your education

Our community partners can help with:

GED program referrals
Completing/processing college applications
Completing FAFSA applications
Student loan default resolution
Financial literacy training
Career exploration

Get started today with any of the providers below.

If you are interested in providing a service, please complete this form.

Services are subject to change.

HSE/GED Classes

Adults wanting to get an HSE/GED diploma can take tuition-free HSE/GED classes through Owens Community College or Penta Career Center and work at their own pace until they are ready to take the test.

HSE/GED SCHEDULE:
Heatherdowns Branch
Classes: Tuesdays and Thursdays, noon to 4 p.m. 
Register with Owens: owens.edu/ccr or 567.661.2227

Kent Branch
Classes: Mondays and Wednesdays, noon to 4 p.m. 
Register with Owens: owens.edu/ccr or 567.661.2227
Classes: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Register with Penta: 419.661.6182 or https://www.pentacareercenter.org/Aspire.aspx

Lagrange Branch
Classes: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Register with Owens: owens.edu/ccr or 567.661.2227

Locke Branch
Classes: Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 
Register with Owens: owens.edu/ccr or 567.661.2227

Main
Classes: Saturdays, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Register with Penta: 419.661.6182 or https://www.pentacareercenter.org/Aspire.aspx

Mott Branch
Classes: Mondays and Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Register with Penta: 419.661.6182 or https://www.pentacareercenter.org/Aspire.aspx

Oregon Branch
Classes: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Register with Penta: 419.661.6182 or https://www.pentacareercenter.org/Aspire.aspx

Reynolds Corners Branch
Classes: Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Register with Penta: 419.661.6182 or https://www.pentacareercenter.org/Aspire.aspx

Sylvania Branch
Classes: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3 – 7 p.m.
Register with Penta: 419.661.6182 or https://www.pentacareercenter.org/Aspire.aspx

West Toledo Branch
Classes: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Register with Penta: 419.661.6182 or https://www.pentacareercenter.org/Aspire.aspx

ESOL for English Language Learners

Develop English language skills for work and life, including conversation, grammar, reading, writing, and workplace readiness. Citizenship Test study assistance is also available. Instructors can also assist students in continuing education opportunities such as GED attainment, college admissions, or workplace skill development. Registration required. For more information and to register, call 419.824.8539.

ESOL SCHEDULE:

Sylvania Branch

Classes: Mondays and Wednesdays, 6 – 7:30 p.m.

Owens Community College adult learning opportunities

Representatives from Owens Community College will be on hand to discuss the different adult learning paths that Owens offers and the financial assistance opportunities available, including grants and scholarships. No appointment needed, all services are first come, first-served. For more information, contact the Owens Admissions Office at 567.661.7777.