About Us

The leader in linking learning and work, the 501(c)(3) nonprofit Council for Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL) pursues work at all levels within the public and private sectors to enhance learning opportunities for adults around the world.

CAEL’s Vision
Meaningful learning, credentials, and work for every adult.
 
CAEL’s Mission

• We advocate and innovate on behalf of adult learners to increase access to education and economic security.
• We provide adults with career guidance and help them earn college credit for what they already know.
• We equip colleges and universities to attract, retain, and graduate more adult students.
• We provide employers with smart strategies for employee development.
• We build workforce organizations’ capacity to connect worker skills to employer demands.