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Adult Learning Resources

Want to learn a new skill? Use your Pratt Library card to access free online courses in a wide variety of topics, in the library or from the comfort of your home.

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With a Pratt Library card, you can take free online courses in skills like coding, digital marketing, interior design, graphic design, investing, accounting, photography, and more!

No card? No problem. It's easier than ever to sign up for a Pratt Library card. Register for an eCard from home and start learning today.

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Get a Pratt Library eCard

Maryland residents can apply online for an eCard to get access to all of the Pratt Library’s digital resources including eBooks, streaming media, and databases.

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Personal & Professional Improvement Classes
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Personal & Professional Improvement Classes

Gale Courses includes classes taught by experts on management, computers and technology, hobbies, writing, health, and more.

Earn Your Diploma Online
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Earn Your Diploma Online

Baltimore city residents can apply to earn their high school diploma entirely online with this scholarship-based program.

Job & Career Information Center
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Job & Career Information Center

Looking for a job? Need help while considering a career change? The Job and Career Information Center includes materials on job hunting, resume writing, interviewing techniques, career planning, reentry assistance, and more.

“I have always loved the Enoch Pratt Library because customer service is great and there is so much knowledge and wisdom to obtain at the free library.”

Eleanor C.

“I use the free online research from home that Enoch Pratt provides. The broad scope of research databases is even is better then the Library of Congress's resources.”

Warren R.

“My library card is among my most precious possessions and access to the library is among my most treasured of accommodations. I have learned and strive to learn more within those walls than any school has ever taught me.”

Robert B.

“It's amazing to be able to sign up for a library card from my computer, and then borrow eBooks, audiobooks, and movies for free. Not to mention the other great e-resources on the website, like foreign language learning.”

Heather M.