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VI Nonprofit Adult Literacy
& Education Center
HiSET/GED
Get prepared for the high school equivalency test.
ESL Classes
Interested in learning English (ESL)?
U.S. Citizenship Classes
A class to prepare for your citizenship interview.
Distance Learning
Study on your schedule, from the comfort of home.
About Us
What We Do
VITA is a nonprofit organization that provides adult learners with the literacy skills to improve their reading, writing, math, and speaking skills to achieve their personal goals.
These goals range from obtaining a high school equivalency diploma, getting a job or promotion, helping their children with homework, or learning the English language. We offer one-on-one tutoring to enhance student progress.
- HiSET preparation
- ESL Instruction in English vocabulary, grammar, and conversation
- Citizenship test preparation
- One-to-one tutoring that provides personalized attention and support
- Distance learning programs
- Year-round, open enrollment
- Flexible class schedule
FAQ's
This program prepares the adult learner for the HiSET (High School Equivalency) test. We provide daily classes in all five subjects (Reading, Math, Grammar/Writing, Social Studies, and Science). We also have a distance learning program for students unable to attend in-person classes with the same five subjects available.
The ESL program is for English Language Learners who need to better their skills in reading, writing, and speaking. We provide both daily and evening ESL classes tailored to your level. Our classes range in level from Beginner-Advanced.
You can call our Lafayette office at 337-234-4600 or our Opelousas office at 337-942-1511 to make an appointment. Another option would be to scroll down the page and click on the button that says "Join Us Today!"
If you are in Lafayette, go to 224 St. Landry Street Suite 3E, Lafayette, LA 70506. If you are in Opelousas, go to 332 East South Street, Opelousas, LA 70570. The office is located upstairs.
If you are 16 or 17 years old, you will need to bring a photo ID, age waiver, and drop slip. If you are 18+ all you need is a photo ID.
During this intake appointment you will fill out paper work with a staff member. You will also take assessments in reading, math, and language to determine your class schedule, which is tailored to your education level.
- 1:00 pm
- 06/07/2023
Tutor Training Workshop
We offer the Tutor Training Workshop to help interested individuals develop their tutoring skills. During this workshop, participants learn a variety of teaching strategies and techniques that can be applied in class or one-on-one tutoring sessions. This is beneficial to both potential tutors and the academic goals of VITA as a whole. Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity to become a top-notch educator!
June 7th 2023 1:00pm – 5:00pm
