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Welcome to the CLC and classroom of adult learners

Community Learning Center

The Cambridge Community Learning Center (CLC) provides free programs to adult learners. We help our students through education, skills development, and community participation. We have more than 15 types of services, including English classes and job training programs. We can also help you prepare for your high school equivalency test, get ready for college, and become a U.S. citizen. More than 400 people study with us each semester.

We have something for everyone!

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Learn English

Take classes to learn how to read, write, and speak English.

Earn Your Diploma

Prepare for your high school equivalency exam (HiSET or GED).

Get Job Training

Get hands-on experience in healthcare, IT, and education fields.

Get Ready for College

Prepare for college-level classes and get help with applications.

Become a U.S. Citizen

Get support studying to pass the U.S. Citizenship exam.

Volunteer with Us

Volunteer at the CLC as a Class Aide or Tutor!

Student Services

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As a student at the Community Learning Center, you have access to many resources and supports.

Our services include:

  • Career advising and help finding jobs
  • Educational advising
  • Basic computer classes
  • Support with learning challenges and disabilities
  • Access to technology for class work
  • Tutoring
  • Connections to other City of Cambridge or community resources

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Our students are mostly Cambridge residents who come from many different racial, cultural, and national backgrounds. In addition to taking classes at the CLC, our students have jobs, take care of their families, and are active community members. 

There are many ways to get involved at the CLC to help our adult learners transform their lives. 

 

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