Section 15.1-26-01 - Definitions - Adult and adult basic and secondary educationFor purposes of this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires:
1. "Adult" means any individual who is beyond the age of compulsory school attendance.2. "Adult basic and secondary education" means:a. Instructional services for adults who:(1) Do not have the basic literacy skills necessary to function effectively in society;(2) Do not have a certificate of graduation from a school providing secondary education; or(3) Have not reached a level of education equivalent to that required for a certificate of graduation to be issued.b. Education for adults whose inability to speak, read, or write English is a substantial impairment of their ability to obtain or retain employment commensurate with their ability.