Civics Education

Para más información en español, por favor llame (540) 869-0778.

Laurel Ridge Community College Adult Education offers FREE classes that help English language students learn the rights and responsibilities of the U.S. Citizenship.

Learn about Civics and U.S. Citizenship

  • FREE
  • Online
  • Learn U.S. History and improve your English
  • Prepare for U.S. Citizenship Test

Register for Civics Education Classes

Registration for our Fall 2023 semester has ended. Registration for the Spring 2024 semester will begin in November (for online classes) and January (for in-person classes). If you would like to be notified when we begin registration for Spring 2024, please complete our Waiting List Form below. You can also complete the Waiting List Form to be notified if space becomes available in a class near you this semester.

Waiting List Form

Visit the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services website to learn more about how to become a U.S. Citizen

Contact Us

Sharon Hetland

Sharon Hetland

She/Her/Hers
Director of Adult Education
540-869-0747
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Michelle Wassam

Michelle Wassam

Administrative Office Specialist
540-869-0748
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Justin Thurston

Justin Thurston

Instructional Support Specialist
540-692-9508
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540-868-4134
Melissa Williams

Melissa Williams

Regional Specialist of Adult Education
540-869-0746
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