Adult education and literacy programs funded by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) provide English language, math, reading, and writing instruction to help students acquire the skills needed to succeed in the workforce, earn a high school equivalency, or enter college or career training.
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Customers
Our Adult Education and Literacy (AEL) program serves adults who are at least 16 years old and/or are beyond the compulsory school attendance age, and meet any of the following criteria:
- Function below the high school level
- Lack a high school credential
- Are unable to speak, read or write in English
Reports
State Performance Reports
- Adult Education and Literacy Outcome Report to the Texas Legislature for 2020
- Adult Education and Literacy Outcome Report to the Texas Legislature for 2018
- Adult Education and Literacy Outcome Report to the Texas Legislature for 2016
- Adult Education and Literacy Outcome Report to the Texas Legislature for 2014
Other State Reports
- Accelerating Pathways to College and Careers for Students in Adult Education
- Impact of Comprehensive Intake Services on the Progress of Adult Education and Literacy Students
AEL Strategic Plan
Federal Reports
Authority & Funding
The U. S. Department of Education’s Office of Career, Technical and Adult Education provides funds to states for adult education and literacy programs. TWC, in turn, awards funds to local, eligible providers through a competitive grant process. The program is authorized under the Workforce Investment Act, Title II: Adult Education and Family Literacy Act.
Other Resources
Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning
- COVID-19 Resources for AEL, Distance Learning & FAQ
- State Professional Development Model
- Texas Research-based Adult Instruction Network (TRAIN) Professional Development
Resources
TWC supports professional development for volunteer and nonprofit providers through:
Adult Education and Literacy Guide
Texas AEL Testing Guide
Distance Learning Policy
AEL Letters
AEL Standards
AEL Advisory Committee
The Adult Education and Literacy Advisory Committee advises the Texas Workforce Commission on matters related to the administration of the AEL programs in Texas.
Service
Program Information and Technical Assistance
- Email: AdultEducation@twc.texas.gov
- Call: 855-594-0012 or 512-463-0540 (Austin area)
Cash Draw & Expenditure Reporting (CDER)
- Email Technical Assistance: Payables.cder@twc.texas.gov
- Email Security and Access Assistance: Cashdraw.ta@twc.texas.gov
TEAMS Technical Assistance
AEL Contract Questions
- Email: aelcontracts@twc.texas.gov
Report Fraud
- Report suspected fraud, waste or program abuse
800-252-3642
