Appropriate supportive services and job placement assistance are provided based on a student's individual needs. Programs for Older Adults Programs are designed to offer lifelong education to improve the quality of life of older adult, assist them in maintaining independent living, and help them continue making meaningful contributions to the community. Classes for older adults are in the daytime and are located at sites in the community that are accessible to students. In VESL, the vocabulary and structure of the English language are taught within the context of the working world. VESL includes the linguistic and cultural competencies required for getting a job.
Competencies apply to all occupations.
Occupation Specific VESL, in addition to the content listed above, includes the technical terminology necessary for training and placement in a specific occupation.