Transforming Michigan’s Adult Learning Infrastructure

Michigan’s economy is transforming to one that demands new skills, knowledge, and credentials, especially post-secondary education. However, there are fewer adults able to meet this growing need; in fact, one out of three working-age Michigan adults lacks the basic skills or credentials to attain a family-sustaining job and contribute to the state’s economy. This report recommends that Michigan transforms its adult learning infrastructure to create a unified strategic approach to increasing basic skills and post-secondary credential attainment. It also outlines a variety of programs that improve the skills and abilities of workers to help them prepare to access this emerging market.