Upcoming Events
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Today
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM OACE Walk-in Registration
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October 9, 2023
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October 10, 2023
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October 11, 2023
Fall 2023-24 Registration
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New student registration for our ESL program is now closed for our Fall 2023 semester. CLICK HERE to see our next available registration dates for our ESL program.
We have free ESL classes available to parents with children actively attending grades TK-12 in the Oakland Unified School District (OUSD). Register in-person, CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE!
Walk-in Fall 23-24 registration will be available for the following programs:
(Online pre-registration for Fall 2023 is now open!)
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HS Diploma/Credit Recovery Course
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High School Equivalency (GED/HISET, English)
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High School Equivalency (GED/HISET, Spanish)
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Math for Trades
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ESL Citizenship
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Computer Literacy
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Clemente Course in the Humanities
For the enrollment process, all new students will need to complete a CASAS assessment at one of our walk-in registration events. Click here to view our available walk-in registration dates!
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Class of 2023 Commencement Ceremony











































Learn about all our programs
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High School Equivalency (GED/HiSET) Classes
Our High School Equivalency preparation classes help students pass the GED or HiSET exam and earn their high school equivalency diploma.
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ESL College & Career Readiness Pathways Classes
Students in our English as a Second Language (ESL) courses will improve speaking, listening, reading, writing, vocabulary development and grammar skills to successfully transition to community college courses, GED/HiSET test preparation courses, and/or employment.
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ESL Family Literacy Classes
Our family literacy classes provide English as a Second Language (ESL) academic and literacy instruction to OUSD parents at their children's school.
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ESL Citizenship Classes
Our ESL Citizenship class prepares students to take the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) naturalization interview and test.
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Pre-Apprenticeship Math Class
Our construction pre-apprenticeship class helps students pass the Apprentice Exams for local construction trade unions, including Plumbing, Pipefitting, Welding, HVAC, Sprinkler Fitting, Electrician, Sheet Metal, and more!
OACE Celebrates 150+ Years!


















































Class of 2022 Commencement Ceremony























Learn more about our new programs
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The Clemente Course in the Humanities
The Clemente Clemente Course in the Humanities at OACE provides an opportunity for low income adults to participate in a nine-month seminar focused on Critical Thinking and Writing, US History, Literature, Philosophy, and Art History. Click here to learn more about this nationally recognized program!
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Bankwork$
An 8-week training that will prepare you for entry-level positions in banking, such as Teller, Customer Service Representative and Personal Banker.
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Computer Skills
This program offers introductory computer literacy courses at a variety of levels. Learn the computer skills you need to ensure your success.