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Put your future first with LARA Educational Opportunities.

LARA provides free education and resources to adult learners. We serve Indiana residents in Lafayette, Delphi, Monticello, Kokomo, and Peru.

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PROGRAM OFFERINGS

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English Language Learning Classes

Enhance your English speaking, writing, and comprehension skills.

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High School Equivalency Diploma

Lay the groundwork for a rewarding career.

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Bootcamps

Accelerate your journey with our weeklong Bootcamps. To qualify, you must be part of LARA’s High School Equivalency Program and pass the required testing.

Career Training Certification

Gain high-demand skills through our test-based Career Certification Programs.

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Empowering Indiana’s Adult Learners Since 1976

We believe your education is foundational to your future success.

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Locations

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Lafayette

  • 329 N. 6th Street,
    Lafayette, IN 47901
  • (765) 476-2920
  • Hours: Monday to Thursday 9am – 8pm

Delphi

  • 711 Armory Road
    Delphi, IN 46923
  • (765) 476-2920
  • Hours: Monday and Wednesday 9am - 7pm, Tuesday and Thursday 6pm - 8pm

Monticello

  • 1017 O'Connor Blvd
    Monticello, IN 47960
  • (765) 476-2920
  • Hours: Monday and Wednesday 6pm - 8pm, Tuesday and Thursday 9am - 7pm

Kokomo

  • 518 North Main Street,
    Kokomo, IN 46901
  • (765) 476-2920
  • Hours: Monday to Thursday 8am – 3pm
    Tuesday and Wednesday 4pm - 7pm

Peru

  • 30 Daniel Street,
    Door 2 Peru, IN 46970
  • (765) 476-2920
  • Hours: Tuesday to Thursday 9am-12pm
    Monday and Wednesday 5pm - 8pm

Did You Know?

423,178 adults in Indiana aged 18-64 lack a high school diploma. In many of Indiana’s largest cities, unemployment rates are significantly higher than the national average.

At LARA, we're committed to addressing these challenges and improving local employment prospects.

  • 70% of our graduates and 82% of our Career Training graduates secure employment.
  • High School Equivalency graduates increase annual earnings by $8,400.
  • Career Certification graduates grow median income by 24%.
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2026 Trainings and Pre-Apprenticeships

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Construction

CLASS IS CLOSED​

FALL CLASS FULL

Coming Fall of 2025

Pre-Apprenticeship
Tues/Wed/Thurs Beginning May 12 2026, 5:30-8:30 PM,
Until June 30. 

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Paraprofessional

CLASS IS OPEN

FALL CLASS FULL

Coming Fall of 2025

Classes begins April 20. Classes will be held M/W from 5:00-7:00 PM

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Microsoft Office Specialist

CLASS IS OPEN

FALL CLASS FULL

W/Th 4:30-6:30.
Rolling admission beginning January 14

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Community Health Worker

CLASS IS CLOSED

FALL CLASS FULL

Starts on April 20 2026,  registration is closed for this upcoming cohort.

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Logistics

CLASS IS OPEN

FALL CLASS FULL

Beginning May 4.
Classes M/W 5:00-6:30. PM

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Child Development Associate

CLASS IS OPEN

FALL CLASS FULL

CDA is accepting applications for current childcare workers for a September start date.

Applicants must already be working in the early childcare field.

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