Community colleges are ideally suited to help the 50+ generation chart the "third phase" of life because they have a strong track record of meeting the needs of nontraditional students. Community colleges can offer adults over 50 flexible classes, connect them with volunteer and work opportunities, and offer short-term educational programs that cater to their interests.
WA Colleges Step Up to Train the Boomer Workforce
Tracey Reilly-Kelly from Clark College talks on Public News Service about how community colleges in Washington are gearing up to meet growing career training demands of plus 50 learners.