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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!

One class can open the door to a new opportunity!! đź“š
10/13/2026

One class can open the door to a new opportunity!! đź“š

Today is the last day to register for Qtr 2. Arrive early, seating is limited. For more information call (661) 835-185...
10/13/2026

Today is the last day to register for Qtr 2. Arrive early, seating is limited.

For more information call (661) 835-1855 or visit bas.kernhigh.org.

Quarter 2 starts today! For more information on registering for classes call (661) 835-1855.
10/12/2026

Quarter 2 starts today!

For more information on registering for classes call (661) 835-1855.

Last chance to register for Qtr 2 classes. Arrive early, seating is limited.For more information call (661) 835-1855 or...
10/11/2026

Last chance to register for Qtr 2 classes. Arrive early, seating is limited.

For more information call (661) 835-1855 or visit bas.kernhigh.org.

Congratulations to our first Patient Care Provider graduating class. đź‘Ź These students are excited to put their skills to...
10/09/2026

Congratulations to our first Patient Care Provider graduating class. đź‘Ź

These students are excited to put their skills to use. They are all ready to work!

10/09/2026

Classes starting soon!! Call for more information 661-835-1855

Congratulations to Christian on earning your GED! Your hard work and dedication have paid off.For more information on e...
10/09/2026

Congratulations to Christian 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 call (661) 835-1855.

10/09/2026

Enjoy pastries, coffee and espresso every morning 8:30 a.m -10:00 a.m.

The breakfast bar is available most Fridays with fresh fruit, baked pastries, live omelet stations, roasted potatoes, smoked bacon and sausage, our delicious waffle station, oatmeal, biscuits and gravy, and more! All for $12.

The perfect way to end the week!

10/08/2026

Graduating our first class of In-Home Supportive Services care providers this Friday and they all ready to get to work!!!

Last day to take the CASAS is TODAY! Arrive early, seating is limited.For more information visit bas.kernhigh.org or ca...
10/07/2026

Last day to take the CASAS is TODAY! Arrive early, seating is limited.

For more information visit bas.kernhigh.org or 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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