Adult Education & Career Pathways

Spring Institute’s Adult Education & Career Pathways program supports learners through welcoming classes and individualized career coaching.

Adult Education Classes

Spring Institute has been providing English language training since 1979. In addition to offering a range of literacy and English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, the Adult Education program helps learners strengthen their digital skills or prepare for U.S. citizenship. Free and convenient classes are offered at Denver metro area locations, online, and in hybrid formats to help adult students pursue personal and professional goals. Our highly knowledgable and caring instructors tailor their teaching to accommodate different language proficiencies and educational levels. 

We offer in-person, online, and hybrid classes. Formats vary by class offering. 
Please view our Adult Education Class Schedule for details about each class.

English (ESL) Classes

We offer ESL Classes for all skill levels. Please see the Adult Education Class Schedule for enrollment details.

  • Beginning Literacy for Refugees (online)
  • Beginning ESL & Digital Skills (in person)
  • Intermediate ESL & Digital Skills (hybrid)
  • Advanced ESL & Digital Skills (online)

Workplace English (ESL) Classes

We offer several Workplace ESL Classes. Please see the Adult Education Class Schedule for enrollment details.

  • English for Early Childhood Education (ECE) Careers (online)
  • ESL for Workplace Essentials (online)

Classes for Older Adults (Ages 50+)

We offer multiple classes specialized for older adults. Please see the Adult Education Class Schedule for enrollment details.

 

  • Citizenship for Older Adults (in person)
  • Beginning Literacy for Older Adults (in person)
  • Beginning ESL for Older Adults (hybrid)
  • Intermediate/Advanced ESL for Older Adults (hybrid)

Career Pathways

Spring Institute offers free career coaching services and employment readiness workshops to assist immigrants and refugees with achieving their career goals. The program primarily serves internationally trained healthcare and education professionals as they reclaim their careers in Colorado. Our trained coaches provide 1-1 human-centered career coaching to assist participants in navigating licensure, creating goals, developing employment readiness skills, and exploring alternative career pathways. 

Career Pathways current programing includes:

  • Education Pathways: Supports educators who are seeking licensure in Early Childhood Education or K-12 Education. 
  • General Coaching & Navigation: Supports currently enrolled adult learners who are working towards obtaining employment or upskilling professionally, primarily through resume writing, interview preparation, job application, and navigation assistance.
  • Employment Readiness Workshops: Provides monthly contextualized workshops for currently enrolled participants that focus on employment and workforce preparation skills, including resume writing, interview preparation, cultural navigation in the workplace, job application, and financial wellness.

To learn more, contact careerpathways@springinstitute.org or fill out the contact form below.

Volunteer Opportunities

We offer a variety of flexible volunteer opportunities that make a difference in the lives of students, support our instructors, and strengthen the welcoming community! If you are interested in volunteering with the Adult Education and Career Pathways Program, fill out this Google form.

Customized English Training for Employers

Spring Institute also provides Customized English Training for employers, businesses and organizations. For more information, contact our Adult Education team using the form below. 

For more information, contact our Adult Education team using the form above or by calling (303) 835-1128.

Looking for ESL Resources? See this list of ESL materials for download.

Spring Institute is committed to equal access to its programs, facilities and services without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or sexual orientation.