Education and Literacy FAQs

  • General Questions

    We can help adults who:

    • Want to improve basic reading or writing.
    • Want to improve basic English speaking and listening.

    Call 510-745-1480 or fill out our Learner Interest Form to get started

    If you're accepted into this free program, you will:

    • Meet one-on-one with a Learning Partner for six (6) months.
    • Meet two days each week for 1 to 1.5 hours.
    • Meet at a library, another public place, or online.

    Related Pages: Learner Interest Form

    To help an adult learn basic reading and writing, you must:

    • Be 18 or older.
    • Read and write well.
    • Meet with your learner two times each week for 1 to 1.5 hours.
    • Meet at a library, another public place, or online.
    • Complete our free training.

    We are searching for people who are patient, empathetic, and flexible.

    You do not need teaching experience.

    Call 510-745-1480 or fill out our Learning Partner Interest form to get started.

    Yes.

    Families with children can attend Family Literacy Days.

    Check our events calendar for dates and locations.

  • Career Online High School

    Career Online High School is a free online program for eligible adults.

    You can:

    • Earn an accredited high school diploma.
    • Earn a career certificate.
    • Study online on your own schedule.

    You may be able to apply if you:

    • Are 19 or older.
    • Want to earn your high school diploma.
    • Have an Alameda County Library card.
    • Meet the program requirements.

    Check our Career Online High School website for full eligibility requirements and more details.

    We can also help you decide if the program is a good fit for you. You can call 510-745-1480 or contact us online.

    No.

    Career Online High School helps you earn an accredited high school diploma, not a GED.

    If you're not sure which option is right for you, we can help you learn more. You can call 510-745-1480 or contact us online.

    Visit the Career Online High School website to:

    • Learn about the program.
    • Check if you're eligible.
    • Start the application.

    We will:

    • Talk with you about the program.
    • Help figure out if you qualify.
    • Help you get started if you are accepted.

    Related: Career Online High School

    Yes.

    Our staff will support you while you work toward your high school diploma and career certificate.

    Related: Career Online High School