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Adult Learning Academy

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Winter 2026 Semester
January 5 – March 17

Gain important skills for life, school and work through the Miami-Dade Public Library System’s Adult Learning Academy. Free courses taught by certified teachers are available online to adults ages 18 years and older who live in Miami-Dade County. Courses in language learning (English and Spanish, among others), U.S. Citizenship, test prep and more will be offered.

Contact Us
Email adultlearning@mdpls.org

Adult Learning Academy

Winter 2026 Semester
January 5 – March 17

Gain important skills for life, school and work through the Miami-Dade Public Library System’s Adult Learning Academy. Free courses taught by certified teachers are available online to adults ages 18 years and older who live in Miami-Dade County. Courses in language learning (English and Spanish, among others), U.S. Citizenship, test prep and more will be offered.

Contact Us
Email adultlearning@mdpls.org

To become an adult learner, you must:

Have access to the internet and a computer with video and audio.
Register online with a valid email address, phone number, first name and last name (no initials).
Live in Miami-Dade County.
Commit to attend all classes in the course.

To become an adult learner, you must:

Have access to the internet and a computer with video and audio.
Register online with a valid email address, phone number, first name and last name (no initials).
Commit to attend all classes in the course.

Financial Literacy (3 Sessions)

Unlock your financial potential! Empower your financial journey through our online financial literacy series. Learn practical tips and gain real-world knowledge on a variety of financial topics. Please register for each session separately.

Presented by the Foundation for Financial Planning in partnership with the Financial Planning Association of Miami and Friends of the Miami-Dade Public Library.

Session 1
Wednesday, February 18

Session 2
Wednesday, February 25

Session 3
Wednesday, March 11

Your Income and Expenses
6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Register online

Credit Reports and Scores
6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Register online

Borrowing Basics
6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Register online

Session 1 Wednesday, February 18 Your Income and Expenses	6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Register online
Session 2 Wednesday, February 25 Credit Reports and Scores	6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Register online
Session 3 Wednesday, March 11 Borrowing Basics	6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Register online

Tax Filing Basics (1 Session)

Prepare for the next tax season with a helpful and informative session presented by a professional tax attorney. Learn simple practical tips for filing your taxes and how to spot and avoid common tax scams.

Presented by Legal Services of Greater Miami.

Session 1
Wednesday, February 11

6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Register online

Session 1 Wednesday, February 11	6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Register online

Course Schedule and Registration

Registration with a valid phone number and full name is required for participation. Adult learners can register by clicking on the registration links below or by visiting the Library’s Calendar of Events. Registration will be for the full course. There is no need to register more than once.

Online classes are hosted through Zoom. All sessions will be recorded. Once registered, participants will receive all Zoom links via email.

Advanced Spanish Communication Skills (10 Weeks)

This course is designed for adults who have a high-intermediate understanding of Spanish as a second language but need improvement in communication skills, including listening, reading and writing.

Mondays
July 1 – September 9

5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
Register online

Mondays July 1 – September 9	5:00 – 6:30 p.m. Register online

In-Person Class: Basic English for Beginners (10 Weeks)

Certified teachers will provide in-person English language instruction for adults with no understanding of the language.

Tuesdays
July 2 – September 3

6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
West Kendall Regional

6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
South Dade Regional

Tuesdays July 2 – September 3	6:00 – 7:30 p.m. West Kendall Regional 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. South Dade Regional

Online Class: Basic English for Beginners (10 Weeks)

Certified teachers will provide basic, elementary English language instruction for adults with no understanding of the language.

Mondays
July 1 – September 9

Tuesdays
July 2 – September 3

Thursdays
July 11 – September 12

Class I: 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
Register online

Class II: 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Register online

Class I: 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
Register online

Class II: 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Register online

Class I: 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
Register online

Class II: 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Register online

Mondays July 1 – September 9	Class I: 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. Register online Class II: 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Register online
Tuesdays July 2 – September 3	Class I: 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. Register online Class II: 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Register online
Thursdays July 11 – September 12	Class I: 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. Register online Class II: 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Register online

In-Person Class: Intermediate English (10 Weeks)

This in-person course is designed for those who can hold basic conversations in English but need help to improve vocabulary, grammar and fluency.

Mondays
July 1 – September 9

6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
California Club Branch

6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Shenandoah Branch

Mondays July 1 – September 9	6:00 – 7:30 p.m. California Club Branch 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Shenandoah Branch

Online Class: Intermediate English (10 Weeks)

This course is designed for those who can hold basic conversations in English but need help to improve vocabulary, grammar and fluency.

Mondays
July 1 – September 9

Level 2

Tuesdays
July 2 – September 3

Level 1

5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
Register online

Class I: 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
Register online

Class II: 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Register online

Mondays July 1 – September 9 Level 2	5:00 – 6:30 p.m. Register online
Tuesdays July 2 – September 3 Level 1	Class I: 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. Register online Class II: 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Register online

Advanced English Communication Skills (10 Weeks)

This course is designed for adults who have a high-intermediate understanding of English as a second language but need improvement in communication skills, including listening, reading and writing.

Mondays
July 1 – September 9

Level 1

Tuesdays
July 2 – September 3

Level 2

6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Register online

Class I: 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
Register online

Class II: 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Register online

Mondays July 1 – September 9 Level 1	6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Register online
Tuesdays July 2 – September 3 Level 2	Class I: 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. Register online Class II: 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Register online

U.S. Citizenship (10 Weeks)

This course will prepare qualified individuals for the U.S. citizenship test. Participants will learn citizenship eligibility requirements, U.S. history and government, interview tips and more. Instruction will be provided in English only.

Mondays
July 1 – September 9

6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Register online

Mondays July 1 – September 9	6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Register online

This project was partially funded under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Florida’s LSTA program is administered by the Department of State’s Division of Library and Information Services.