Local Education Partnerships
Monterey Peninsula College is a proud partner of the Monterey Peninsula Adult Education Consortium (MPAEC). Our partnerships with our local adult schools ensure smooth transitions from adult school to community college and beyond. Schools within the consortium offer instructional programs to fill a variety of educational needs, such as:
- Elementary and secondary basic skills, including classes required for a high school diploma or high school equivalency certificate.
- Classes and courses for immigrants eligible for education services in citizenship and English as a Second Language and workforce preparation classes in basic skills
- Education programs for adults with disabilities
- Short-term career technical education programs with high employment potential
- Programs for apprentices
MPC’s Local Partners Include:
- Monterey Adult School, Monterey Peninsula Unified School District
- Pacific Grove Adult Education, Pacific Grove Unified School District
- Carmel Adult School, Carmel Unified School District
Adult Educational Regional Planning
The Monterey Peninsula Adult Education Consortium (MPAEC) was formed in 2013 following state approval of regional planning grants for adult education. During the grant period, the consortium developed a regional strategic plan that continues to guide offerings today.