Adult Education

The Arkansas Tech University-Ozark Campus Adult Education program is committed to motivating and encouraging our students to continue their education or create an new career path. We offer free, flexible classes designed for adult learners who want to obtain an Arkansas high school diploma (GED), improve math, reading, and writing, strengthen digital and financial literacy, earn state and national certifications, or learn English as a second language. Fully funded by state and federal grants, ATU Adult Education provides a supportive environment where you can take the next step toward better job opportunities, higher education, and personal success at no cost to you.

Register For Classes

Serving adult learners across Logan, Johnson and Franklin counties, the ATU-Ozark adult education program offers flexible instruction in-person and online. Services are provided at no cost to students.

Steps to Enrollment:

Contact your local Adult Education center to request a registration appointment.
Complete an online Intake/Registration form.
Complete the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) or TABE CLAS-E (for ESL students) in assigned subject areas. (Required of all students regardless of education level)
Meet with your local Career Coach to set goals and determine classes.

Your Education, your way

Adult Basic Education is available to all students with or without a high school diploma that require improvement in reading, math, or language skills to qualify for Express courses, prepare for college entrance and/or avoid remediation classes, enter the military, improve work capabilities, or for personal growth. Math and Reading are offered as instructor-led, hybrid classes where students can participate live, virtually, or work outside of the designated class time from the center or at home. All other subjects can be offered through self-directed, computer-based programs with one-on-one assistance from a certified instructor as needed/desired and can be done at the center or from home.

GED Express Courses is available to those students who require the Arkansas High School Diploma and are GED Ready as indicated by scoring a 535 on the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE). Fast Track classes are online and can be done from home or at the center.

English as a Second Language (ESL) allows adults to learn to speak, read, and write English as their second language. Classes are provided both in-person (Clarksville) and online through computer-based learning software such as Rosetta Stone or Burlington English.

Workforce Preparation is provided to all students and includes career exploration, work readiness skills, digital literacy, financial literacy, resume building, and interviewing skills. Students who complete all requirements will receive a WAGE I state certification. WAGE I is online and can be completed from home or at the center.

Industry Specific certifications are provided to all students who have completed a WAGE I certification and include both in-house certifications as well as partnered certification courses in high demand job areas. ATU Adult Education offers Certified Nursing Assistant, Personal Care Assistant, Education Paraprofessional, Intro to Customer Service, Intro to Manufacturing, and Intro to Digital Literacy classes on a repeating basis, free to students, throughout the school year. See SNAP E&T and TANF for qualifications for scholarships in addition to what we offer in-house. Through these scholarships, we have assisted students in phlebotomy, CDL, medical assisting, medical coding, attending college, and more, to those who qualify.

Arkansas High School Diploma/GED is available to underage students aged 16 and 17 under specific registration requirements. Students must provide a notarized Intent to Home School or Attendance Waiver document from their local school district, score a 535 in at least one subject area on the TABE, and attend 20 hours per week until GED obtainment to qualify.

ATU Adult Education works with the local District Court Judge in Franklin and Johnson Counties to provide ABE and WAGE I Adult Education classes to students in lieu of paying fines for misdemeanors. Students must be court ordered by the judge, sign an agreement with Adult Education and their probation officer, complete testing requirements, and attend required hours at the center each week.

Our Impact

456

ADULT LEARNERS ENROLLED IN CLASSES FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR

87%

GED PASS RATE FOR OUR 2024-2025 CLASS

80+

CAREER-READY CERTIFICATES EARNED IN 2024-2025

Flexible Learning Options for Every Schedule

Arkansas Tech University Adult Education offers flexible, in-demand classes designed for your busy life. Whether you prefer in-person, online-only, or weekend classes, our programs are built to fit your schedule. We also partner with local businesses and industries to provide on-site workplace training, helping employees strengthen essential job skills and advance in their careers. Our goal is to meet you where you are. To learn more or schedule workplace training, contact us at (479) 667-3520 and ask for the Director of Adult Education.

In-Demand Career Training and Workforce Classes

Build the skills employers are looking for with in-demand classes and workforce certifications through Arkansas Tech University Adult Education. Our programs are designed to help you take the next step in your career, whether you’re entering the workforce for the first time, changing fields, or upgrading your current skills.

We offer training and preparation in areas that are consistently in high demand across Arkansas and beyond, including:

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Phlebotomy
Education Paraprofessional
Introduction to Manufacturing and Forklift Operation
Introduction to Hospitality
Digital Literacy and Computer Skills
Math and Reading Skills Development
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Express Classes for GED

Our free, flexible class formats, including online, in-person, and weekend options, make it easier than ever to reach your goals while balancing work and family. You can also earn industry-recognized workforce certifications that help you stand out to employers and prepare for career advancement.

With four convenient locations, ATU Adult Education makes it easy to access classes and support close to home. Contact your local center to find out which courses and schedules are available in your area.

Ozark (479) 667-3520 909 N. 18th Street, Ozark, Arkansas, 72949 Call Our Ozark Location	Clarksville (479) 754-2620 18 Sherwood Plaza, Clarksville, Arkansas, 72830 Call Our Clarksville Location
Paris (479) 222-0173 602 N. 10th Street, Room A7, Paris, Arkansas, 72855 Call Our Paris Location	Booneville (479) 675-4326 165 N. Broadway, Booneville, Arkansas, 72927 Call Our Booneville Location

Our Graduates

Keep Moving Forward

Adult Education can be your gateway to higher education. Many of our students continue on to earn certificates, associate degrees, or bachelor’s degrees through Arkansas Tech University.

Ozark Russellville

Faculty & Staff

Dr. Wayne
Fawcett Director Adult and Continuing Education (479) 667-3520

Sherry
Hesson Career Coach/Court Liaison ATU-Ozark Adult Education, Ozark (479) 667-3520 View Profile >

Christy
McCollough Instructor ATU-Ozark Adult Education, Ozark (479) 675-4326 View Profile >

Emily
Marrow Instructor ATU-Ozark Adult Education, Ozark (479) 667-3520 View Profile >

Jessica
Brown Instructor ATU-Ozark Adult Education, Booneville (479) 667-3520 View Profile >

Jessica
Pipkins Instructor ATU-Ozark Adult Education, Clarksville (479) 754-2620 View Profile >

Carla
White Career Coach ATU-Ozark Adult Education, Clarksville (479) 754-2620 View Profile >

Mitchell
Hook Instructor ATU-Ozark Adult Education, Clarksville 479-754-2620 View Profile >

Lexi
Norris Career Coach ATU-Ozark Adult Education, Booneville (479) 675-4326 View Profile >

Don
Lee Instructor ATU-Ozark Adult Education, Clarksville 479-754-2620

Donna
Lowrey Instructor ATU-Ozark Adult Education, Paris (479) 222-0173

Flor
Ramirez Career Coach ATU-Ozark Adult Education, Ozark (479) 667-3520

Robyn
Oxford Instructor ATU-Ozark Adult Education, Clarksville 479-754-2620

Kellie
Hopkins CNA Instructor ATU-Ozark Adult Education, Ozark (479) 667-3520

Message from the Program Director

"The Arkansas Tech-Ozark Adult Education program is committed to the Core Values of Arkansas Tech University-Ozark Campus for all students. These are 1) Student Focused 2) Teamwork and Collaboration 3) Quality 4) Commitment to Growth 5) Flexibility and Adaptability. We believe in providing a free, flexible, and individualized instructional environment that meets the needs of each student. With flexible enrollment dates that start every two weeks throughout the year and in-person and on-line classes the needs of each student can be addressed and maximize the potential for success. There are four centers in the Franklin, Logan, and Johnson County area located in Ozark, Paris, Booneville, and Clarksville. We encourage every potential student to visit, email, or call any of our centers to start your journey to a better future TODAY!"