Employers

Do your employees need training for basic skills?


Adult Education is not just for high school equivalency diploma achievement. We adjust curriculum to work with employer needs and help students with basic skills training for employer-specific hiring tests. 

workers standing with instructors at Adult Education Southeast Tennessee.

"Stultz" Staff Leadership Graduates

All services are funded by federal, state, private, and local community grants to provide FREE services to all participants- including employee training!

Funding provided by TN Department of Labor and Workforce Development, local community, and private grants via the Rhea County Adult Literacy Council. No fees will be charged to the employer. We cover all costs including:

  • Customized curriculum and exams
  • Classroom supplies
  • Laptop computers
  • Textbooks
  • Paid instructors
  • (Some) OSHA certifications
  • Workplace safety understanding
    (Specifically for ESL participants)


Financial literacy for the workplace can be included in conjunction with the employer's HR office. Specific days of the week & shifts vary to suit the needs of each employer. Basic Skills Assessment test provided prior to training to assist employers with vetting participants.


Contact Melanie Smith, Workforce Coordinator, at 423-285-5565 or Melanie.Smith@tcatathens.edu.





Testimonials


"The results have been transformative for our facility. Our Production Leadership team is now more confident and capable of utilizing technology to enhance processes, streamline reporting, and drive productivity improvements.


This initiative has not only improved individual skill sets but also strengthened the overall operational success of our production team.


Southeast Tennessee Adult Education has proven to be an invaluable partner in workforce development. Your dedication to understanding our business needs and delivering a tailored training program speaks volumes about your commitment to educational excellence and community collaboration.


We look forward to continuing the partnership and explaining additional opportunities for skill development with Southeast Tennessee Adult Education in the future."


Stephanie Rosenthal

HR Manager, Stultz