# Labor and Employment (GLE)

## Title 11. Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning

### Subtitle 8. Adult Education and Literacy Services

#### Section 11-801

In this subtitle, "adult education" means academic instruction and education services below the postsecondary level for individuals:

(1) who are at least 16 years old;

(2) who are not enrolled or required to be enrolled in high school under State law; and

(3) who:

  (i) are basic skills deficient;

  (ii) do not have a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent and have not achieved an equivalent level of education; or

  (iii) are English language learners.

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Md. Code Ann., Lab. & Empl. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)