Bakersfield Adult School

Bakersfield Adult School Where Learning is for Life! Bakersfield Adult School has served our community since 1917.

Today, BAS serves nearly 30,000 students that attend both day and evening classes at over 20 locations. BAS is the 8th largest adult school in California, providing classes for:

741 Older Adults - "life long learning!"

295 Adults with Disabilities - "self-esteem, self-worth, and, (in some cases), employment!"

3,196 Students is ESL/ELD/EL Civics - "teaching the English language, U.S. history and

culture, as well as, community awareness and involvement!"

1,400 Vocational Students:
- Vocational Nurse
- Health Career Worker
- Home Health Aide
- Nurse Assistant
- Medical Assistant
- Medical Billing and Coding
- Business Certification
- Computer Certification

BAS provides cost-effective workforce development for students and the community.

2,885 students in GED/ /High School Diploma/ Independent Study - "We teach the communication and interpersonal skills that are necessary for students to reach their full potential!"

1,181 students in Adult Basic Education

11,900 Adults in Corrections at Lerdo - "Improving the quality of life through education!"
Bakersfield Adult School is committed to provide quality education and career skills to adults in Kern County. Open the doors to Bakersfield Adult School...and be one more success story!

06/10/2026

Are you ready to make a change? Have you been thinking about enrolling in classes to improve your life? Call (661) 835-1855 or visit bas.kernhigh.org to find out which program is right for you.

As week 2 of summer school starts, remember that your attendance matters.  Be in class, on time and on task!To learn mor...
06/08/2026

As week 2 of summer school starts, remember that your attendance matters. Be in class, on time and on task!

To learn more about taking classes at the Bakersfield Adult School visit bas.kernhigh.org or call (661) 835-1855.

Interested in a career in healthcare? It is not to late to register for the Healthcare Support Occupations program and j...
06/07/2026

Interested in a career in healthcare?

It is not to late to register for the Healthcare Support Occupations program and jumpstart your career in healthcare!

Register online at bakersfieldhealthcareers.org or call (661) 861-1151 for more information.

Congratulations to Manuel on earning your GED! Your hard work and dedication have paid off.For more information on earni...
06/05/2026

Congratulations to Manuel on earning your GED! Your hard work and dedication have paid off.

For more information on earning your GED or HSD visit bas.kernhigh.org or call (661) 835-1855.

Typing test and Machine Calculation tests are offered today at 501 S. Mt Vernon.  Call (661) 835-1855 for more informati...
06/02/2026

Typing test and Machine Calculation tests are offered today at 501 S. Mt Vernon.

Call (661) 835-1855 for more information.

No school today!Summer school starts tomorrow, Tuesday June 2nd.  Don't be late!For more information on classes you can ...
06/01/2026

No school today!

Summer school starts tomorrow, Tuesday June 2nd. Don't be late!

For more information on classes you can take at the Bakersfield Adult School visit bas.kernhigh.org or call (661) 835-1855.

05/31/2026

Don't miss out on the June dates for a typing test or machine calculation certificate. Call (661) 835-1855 to learn more about testing times and fees.

Summer school starts on Tuesday, June 2nd. Be in class, on time and on task. For more information on taking classes at B...
05/30/2026

Summer school starts on Tuesday, June 2nd. Be in class, on time and on task.

For more information on taking classes at BAS call (661) 835-1855 or visit bas.kernhigh.org.

Graduation tonight!  If you can't attend, you can watch the ceremony at https://www.youtube.com/For more information on ...
05/29/2026

Graduation tonight! If you can't attend, you can watch the ceremony at https://www.youtube.com/

For more information on graduation call (661) 835-1855.

Graduation practice is tonight.  You must be present to participate in graduation. For more information call (661) 835-1...
05/26/2026

Graduation practice is tonight. You must be present to participate in graduation.

For more information call (661) 835-1855.

Address

501 S Mount Vernon Avenue
Bakersfield, CA
93307

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 3:30pm
Tuesday 7am - 4pm
Wednesday 7am - 3:30pm
5pm - 9pm
Thursday 7am - 9pm
Friday 7am - 3:30pm

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