Gen Z Turns to ‘Adulting’ Classes to Learn Basic Life Skills

Facing a growing gap in basic life skills, many Gen Zers are enrolling in “adulting” classes to learn everyday tasks like budgeting, laundry, and changing a tire. From college campuses in Canada to programs across the U.S., institutions are stepping in to offer courses in real-world readiness. Advocates say the rise of convenience culture and shifts in education have left young adults underprepared for independence—prompting a return to common sense instruction once considered a given.