Oakland Adult & Career Education



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OACE provides high-quality foundational, instructional skill programs to Oakland adults and their families in order for them to succeed in education, work and life.

This school is a member of Northern Alameda Adult Education Collective.

Oakland Adult & Career Education Stories

Happy adult students laughing together

Support, Guidance and Opportunities

Oakland Adult Career and Education can get you where you want to be A strong adult education system is a priceless resource for any community. Through its many programs, Oakland… [Read More]
Ermelinda Velasquez holds her citizenship papers and stands in front of United States flags

The American Dream

Oakland Adult and Career Education course helps student fulfill 25-year goal of American citizenship Ermelinda Velasquez was sworn in as a United States citizen in January 2024. Photo courtesy of… [Read More]
Muslim Mom In Hijab Drawing With Her Preschooler in the kitchen

Uplifting Families

OACE’s Family Literacy program helps parents support their children Being able to communicate is something many people take for granted. Talking with your doctor, parent-teacher conferences and reading important documents… [Read More]
Kim Jones, an older black man with a gray beard, blazer, and flat cap, sits on the desk in his office and smiles for the camera

A Welcome Place for Everyone

Oakland Adult Career and Education changes students lives and helps build a better community Kim Jones says that in addition to helping students, OACE helps build a better community by… [Read More]
Juarez Ramirez standing on the steps of his campus in his black graduation cap and gown

The Confidence to Succeed

OACE helps students build themselves a solid foundation OACE helps students like Rodolfo Juarez Ramirez build themselves a solid foundation. Photo by George E. Baker Jr. There are many reasons… [Read More]

OACE Transition Specialist helps students reach education and career goals

OACE Transition Specialist Maria Einaudi helps students reach education and career goals. Photo courtesy of Maria Einaudi. While going back to school as an adult opens new doors of opportunity,… [Read More]
Lee Gardner, a black man in a suit, stands in front of a bank ATM

From Retail to Banking

Landing a new profession through Oakland Adult and Career Education Lee Gardner was able to pursue a new profession in banking that allowed him to spend more time with his… [Read More]