§ 11–805
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Lab. & Empl. § 11-805 (2026)
Title 11. Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning
Subtitle 8. Adult Education and Literacy Services
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The purpose of adult education and literacy services is to:
(1)
assist adults to become literate and obtain the knowledge and skills necessary for employment and self–sufficiency;
(2)
assist adults who are parents or family members to obtain the education and skills necessary:
(i)
to become full partners in the educational development of their children; and
(ii)
to lead to sustainable improvements in the economic opportunities for their family;
(3)
assist adults in attaining a secondary school diploma and in the transition to postsecondary education and training, including through career pathways; and
(4)
assist immigrants and other individuals who are English language learners by:
(i)
improving their English language proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension skills;
(ii)
improving mathematics skills; and
(iii)
acquiring an understanding of the American system of government, individual freedom, and the responsibilities of citizenship.