Welcome to The Lifelong Learning Center!

The Lifelong Learning Center is Missoula’s trusted resource for adult education, career development, and community enrichment. As part of Missoula County Public Schools, we provide opportunities for adults ages 16 and older to learn new skills, explore interests, advance their careers, and connect with others in a welcoming and supportive environment. From professional training and workforce certifications to creative arts, fitness, technology, and personal enrichment classes, we believe learning should be accessible, affordable, and available at every stage of life. Our dedicated team and instructors are committed to helping every learner discover opportunities to grow, succeed, and thrive.

  • Express your creativity and discover the joy of making something new. Our Creative Arts classes include painting, drawing, watercolor, printmaking, glass fusing, knitting, sewing, music, and more. Whether you're exploring a new artistic passion or refining your skills, you'll enjoy hands-on learning in a welcoming environment where creativity and community come together.

  • Achieve your personal and academic goals with programs designed to strengthen education and communication skills. Whether you're preparing for the HiSET or GED, improving your English through ESL, learning a new language, or supporting your family's educational journey, you'll find welcoming classes that help you gain confidence and open new opportunities.

  • Discover fitness and wellness classes designed to help you move better, feel stronger, and live healthier. The Lifelong Learning Center offers a variety of adult fitness, movement, and wellness programs for all experience levels—from beginners to experienced participants. Build strength with Barre, Pilates, Pilates Reformer, CoreAlign, Indoor Cycling, and Strength & Conditioning; improve balance and flexibility through Yoga, Aerial Yoga, and QiGong; or have fun while staying active with Pickleball, Dance, and Dance Fitness classes.

  • Discover new passions, build skills, and connect with others through engaging classes designed for every interest and experience level. From cooking and outdoor adventures to photography, preparedness, and technology skills, our personal enrichment courses help you explore, learn, and grow. Classes include Food & Cooking, Fly Fishing, Birdwatching, Photography, Pet First Aid and Disaster Response, Response to Active Threat, Android and iPhone Basics, Introduction to Windows PC, Introduction to Mac, Google Apps, and more.

  • Build the skills, certifications, and knowledge needed to advance your career or explore new opportunities. The Lifelong Learning Center offers workforce training, professional development, and industry-focused programs designed for today’s changing workplace.

    Courses include Excel and technology skills, Intuit Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Certification, QuickBooks Online Payroll, healthcare career programs such as CNA Training, Medical Assistant, and Phlebotomy, SHRM Certification Exam Readiness, Leadership and Professional Growth, Welding, Low Pressure Boiler Training, and CPR & First Aid certifications including BLS CPR & AED, Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED, and Pediatric First Aid CPR & AED.

Where Education Meets Community

Woman working on a project at a woodworking workbench in a classroom with tools and supplies, while others work nearby.
People exercising on stationary bikes in a fitness class, with a wood floor and fitness equipment in the background.
A woman with a red sweater standing and speaking to a group of four women seated at a table in a classroom or meeting room.