Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 11–801

In this subtitle, “adult education” means academic instruction and education services below the postsecondary level for individuals:

(1) who are at least 16 years old;

(2) who are not enrolled or required to be enrolled in high school under State law; and

(3) who:

(i) are basic skills deficient;

(ii) do not have a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent and have not achieved an equivalent level of education; or

(iii) are English language learners.