Rhode Island Regional Adult Learning (RIRAL) is a private nonprofit adult education agency that was established in 1979 and designated by the Rhode Island Department of Education as a regional learning center.
RIRAL currently provides comprehensive assessment, academic instruction, counseling and training services to adults in Central Falls, East Providence, and Woonsocket. Instruction includes reading, writing, math, science, and technology literacy. Students can select a learning opportunity that best fits their needs such as a classroom environment, learning resource center, or distance learning. Those interested in enrolling in college may attend our comprehensive Transition to College program.
Counseling and training is conducted through RIRAL’s Transition Services. The role of Transition Services is to support the student experience in adult education and assist with the transition to college and careers. From admissions to program completion, Transition Services staff supports students through case management, life skills training, referrals, and individualized career planning and advising.
We offer academic, vocational, family needs and employability assessments as well as the GED and National External Diploma Program (NEDP). RIRAL operates an Official GED Test Center located at our main office in Woonsocket and coordinates the NEDP assessment statewide.
We continue to be proud of the dedication, care, and professionalism of our teachers, and the persistence, determination, and success of our students.
Our mission is to assist adults in the process of reaching their academic, occupational, or personal goals through education, counseling, and training.
