Adult & Continuing Education

The Arkansas Tech University-Ozark Campus Adult Education program is committed to motivating and encouraging our students to continue their education and to function as a competent member of society. This program is designed to meet the needs of the adult learner who does not possess a high school diploma or would like to improve basic skills in computer, math, English or literacy. Adult Education is fully approved and funded by Arkansas Career Education and the Adult Education Section, and is a FREE service to the community.

Message from the Program Director

"Our centers are committed to providing you free, flexible, individualized instruction to meet your educational needs. The program is devised in such a way that you can enter and exit at any time throughout the year. We encourage you to stop by, email or call any of our centers listed below to get started on your future – today!"

Regina Olson, Director
1700 Helberg Lane
Ozark, AR 72929
(479) 667-3520
rolson2@atu.edu

Program Options

Adult Education is available to those students who require the Arkansas High School Diploma or who require training or retraining for employment.

Basic Skills Enhancement provides a review of academic areas for the high school graduate in need of upgrading skills to enter higher education, military, or the workforce.

English as a Second Language (ESL) allows adults to learn to speak, read, and write English as their second language.

Workplace classes may be arranged with local businesses or industries to upgrade employees' basic skills needed on the job. Contact (479) 667-3520 for more information.

Locations

Booneville-Logan Co. Adult Education Center
2932 State Hwy. 10 East
Booneville, AR 72927
479-675-4326
Instructor: Christy McCollough
cmccollough@atu.edu

Charleston-Franklin Co. Adult Education Center
125 W. Main St.
Charleston, AR 72933
(479) 209-5568
Instructor: Jerry Bryant
jbryant@atu.edu

Clarksvillle-Johnson Co. Adult Education Center
400 W. Cherry St.
Clarksville, AR 72830
(479) 754-2620
Instructor: Shirley Freeman & Jessica Pipkins
sfreeman30@atu.edu
jpipkins@atu.edu
Administrative Specialist: Carla Murphy
cmurphy7@atu.edu

Ozark-Franklin Co. Adult Education Center
1700 Helberg Lane
Ozark, AR 72949
(479) 667-3520
Instructor: Vicky Williams
vspurr@atu.edu
Administrative Assistant: Sherry Hesson
shesson@atu.edu

Paris-Logan Co. Adult Education Center
103 East Pine Street
Paris, AR 72855
(479) 209-5568
Instructor: Clycia Hammonds
chammonds@atu.edu