California Partnership for Adult Learner Success
California Partnership for Adult Learner Success is a coordinated effort among postsecondary institutions and nonprofit organizations focused on increasing the educational attainment of adults, especially those with some college but no credential. Through research, as well as collective action and advocacy, California Partnership for Adult Learner Success seeks to advance systems change that will support adult learners to completion, close equity gaps, and meet workforce needs.
For questions or to learn more, contact Research Director Laura Bernhard at lbernhard@californiacompetes.org.
Mission
Our mission is to ensure adult learners, particularly those with some college but no credential, are recognized, supported, and have clear pathways to college and career success.
VISION
We envision adults improving their lives and societal outcomes through a postsecondary system that provides clear, flexible, and accessible credentials and aligns itself with local, regional, and statewide economic opportunities.
Members
California Competes
California Competes
California State University, Sacramento
Shasta College
California State University, Sacramento
Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Joint Community College District
Spotlighting the Opportunity
Illuminates engaging adult learners as a solution to closing equity gaps and meeting workforce needs.
Fostering Collaboration
Convene and facilitate engagement, learning, and innovation to achieve shared goals.
Building the Evidence Base
Conduct research to identify barriers and promising practices that improve outcomes for this population.
Curating Resources
Serve as a clearinghouse to equip leaders with actionable information to support adult learner success.
Advancing Systems Change
Advocate for reform that expands access and completion for adults.
Research & Resources
We conduct research and share actionable insights to remove barriers and identify promising practices that support adult learner success.
