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Help For Adults Who Are The First In Their Family To Go To College!
Detroit Regional Center
One Woodward Ave. Suite 1900
Detroit, MI 48226
Phone: 734-210-1003
Detroit Reconnect is an initiative to help adults who are pursuing or returning to higher education gain new skills, advance in the workplace, and fulfill lifelong dreams of com- pleting a degree or credential. The Detroit Reconnect team believes everyone deserves
to achieve their college dreams and have a rewarding career. Detroit Reconnect was founded by the Detroit Regional Chamber as part of the Detroit Drives Degrees initiative to make higher edu- cation a reality for adults in Southeast Michigan.
IS NOW THE RIGHT TIME TO RECONNECT TO COLLEGE?
Students who are unsure or looking to take the next step to obtaining a certificate or degree, Detroit Reconnect navigators are here to help navigate a new pathway. Detroit Reconnect offers personalized support and college advising services, including choos-sing the right school, career exploration, financial aid support, and connecting to com- munity partners that support families.
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ADULT EDUCATION SERVICES LOCATOR
Discover the hundreds of Adult Education programs and high school equivalency
testing centers located throughout Michigan that are available to help you.
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job training opportunities!
FINANCIAL LITERACY TRAINING
Community Action Agency
400 W. South
Adrian, MI 49221
Phone: 517-263-7861
Who is Eligible?
CAA provides financial management assistance to anyone interested in Lenawee County. There are no income eligibility requirements.
Topics for classes include the following:
1. Communication –making decisions with a spouse or partner who has different priorities/values
2. Spending
3. Creating a Budget Plan – planning for the household spending based on the individual/household priorities
4. Credit Awareness – including how to make arrangements with creditors and establishing credit
5. Predatory Lending – check cashing pros/cons, mortgage scams,
“Buy Here/Pay Here” worth it?
6. Goal Setting – developing realistic goals and sticking to them
7. Basic Banking and Investing– provide as needed banking education
8. Energy Education – reduce energy cost with simple changes, including energy audit (as available)
Downriver Community Conference and Michigan Works Center
15100 Northline Suite #101
Southgate, MI 48195
Phone: 734-362-7070
The Basic Skills and Assessment Department of the Downriver Community Conference provides individualized, self-paced (but guided) instruction to help you obtain your basic skills / academic goals quickly and effectively.
- National Career Readiness Certificate
- Para-pro Certification Test Preparation
You can study any of these areas in an "open lab" setting, at your own pace, with assist- ance as needed provided by a certified teacher or Career Development Facilitator.
Lab hours:
Currently Tuesday through Thursday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. We recommend calling first, as hours can vary depending on customer volume.
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The ACT WorkKeys assessment, as required for Para-professionals under the No Child Left Behind Act, or to earn a National Career Readiness Certificate is available for a fee. Key Train, a self-paced, computerized preparation program for WorkKeys is also avail-
able for a small fee. Our rates are very
reasonable. Call for more information below:
Basic Skills and Assessment Unit
Phone: 734-362-3455
Located in the Michigan Works! Southgate Service Center, operated by the Downriver Community Conference.
Matrix Human Services
Central Office:
1400 Woodbridge
Detroit, MI 48207
Phone: 313-526-4000 #1411
EDUCATION CENTER:
Designed to help those in the community without a high school diploma or GED achieve those accomplishments.
Services available through this Center include:
• 100% Online High School Diploma Program
• Education resources and referrals
COMMUNITY FINANCIAL CENTER:
Services and support designed to assist clients in reaching their personal economic
upward mobility goals.
Services within this Center include:
• One-on-one financial coaching and counseling
• Free credit reports and FICO scores
• Financial capabilities classes
• Tax Prep Assistance (during tax time only)
Monroe Community Opportunity Program (M.C.O.P.)
1140 S. Telegraph
Monroe, MI 48161
Phone: 734-241-2775
Homebuyer & Financial Counseling:
Housing Counselors are available to help clients individually to set housing goals, work on credit and debt issues, develop realistic spending & savings plans, and create a con- crete plan of action to attain their goals. Counseling sessions are geared toward each client's specific needs & may also include credit counseling, assessment mortgage readiness, helping to establish healthy financial behaviors, reviewing fair housing and landlord-tenant laws, among others.
Oaks Village
924 E. 2nd
Monroe, MI 48161
Phone: 734-244-5444
Oaks also collaborates with several different agencies to serve as an educational hub.
SERVICES
We offer financial literacy, life skills classes, literacy programs and partner with the Learning Bank for GED completion.
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Classes and programs run throughout the year at various times. Please contact us \
for class availability.
WHO & COST
This service is free for anyone who needs help with education.
Operation HOPE
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HOPE Inside, Detroit
Fifth Third Bank (Northwest Activity Center)
18100 Meyers
Detroit, MI 48235
Phone: 313-506-9192
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HOPE Inside, Detroit
Level One Bank (Wayne State University)
440 Burroughs Suite 522
Detroit, MI 48202
Phone: 313-686-3113
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HOPE Inside, Detroit
18445 Cathedral (Cody High School)
Detroit, MI 48228
Phone: 313-683-0629 Eva Torres
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HOPE Inside, Detroit
Detroit Medical Center (Sinai Grace Hospital)
6071 W. Outer Dr.
Detroit, MI 48235
Phone: 313-966-7655
Through HOPE Inside Detroit, Operation HOPE provides complimentary financial literacy education and empowerment programs designed to foster financial well-being. HOPE Inside is a unique empowerment model that brings free financial dignity programming
to under-served communities. Clients are counseled on the language of money & work with an Operation HOPE Financial Well-being Coach to transform established financial mindsets and develop customized action plans around building their own businesses, raising their credit scores, buying homes, or simply making better decisions with the money they have.
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Programs include: credit and money management, home ownership preparedness & small business entrepreneurship. Every office holds consumer credit counseling certification, CFPB, FDIC, U.S. SBA, EITC, HUD, etc.
THE PHILIP HOUSE MISSION
30800 Northwestern Hwy. Suite 221
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
Phone: 248-532-0023
Financial Literacy: This class teaches how to achieve personal economic empowerment by learning how to handle income.
Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency
Corporate Office:
7310 Woodward Ave. Suite #800
Detroit, MI 48202
Phone: 313-873-6000
Offers a wide variety of Educational Literacy & Financial Literacy classes with many locations throughout Wayne County. Also, Youth, Summer and After-School program- ming. See other listing below!
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Detroit Financial Empowerment Center
Phone: 313-322-6222
The Financial Empowerment Center (FEC) offers professional, one-on-one financial counseling as a free public service to enable residents to address their financial challenges, needs, and plan for their futures. The FEC is in partnership with the City
of Detroit, Wayne County Treasurer’s Office & Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency. Residents receive free, one-on-one professional counseling assistance with money management, budgeting, reducing debt, establishing and improving credit, connecting to safe and affordable banking services, building savings, and referrals to other services and organizations.
NOTE:
Some of the literacy programs below MAY also, on occasion, offer FINANCIAL LITERACY
courses as well! Also, please look on IMMIGRATION RESOURCES for other agencies that also usually offer English or ESL classes as well as G.E.D. classes!
Tutoring & After-School programs are also listed on this website under
METRO DETROIT & WAYNE COUNTY:
NEW!! EARN YOUR DIPLOMA ONLINE!
Atlas Graduation Recovery Program
Southgate Community School District
Phone: 734-282-2861
If you are between the ages of 14 and 21 and have never finished high school, this District has a year-round program to help you reach your goal for getting your high school diploma. This program has been created to help students get back on the
path to graduation. The program includes a free Internet-connected laptop, mobile support, multiple layers of support and an accredited diploma.
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This Center has partnered with Community Care Services to offer a special program for those with mental illness and their challenges, to finish their G.E.D.
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For Online Enrichment Classes in courses such as career skills, web design, computer software training, eating healthy for weight loss, stress management, fitness, song- writing, Italian language, voice-overs and more!
Phone: 734-246-4633 #9501
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Asher School / G.E.D. Testing Center
14101 Leroy
Southgate, MI 48195
Phone: 734-246-4633
Website:
In Southgate’s GED Prep classes, prepare for the test by reviewing math, social studies,
science, reading, and writing the essay, including grammar and sentence structure. When you successfully complete your GED Prep class at SACE, you will take the GED Tests at a reduced rate for the complete battery. If you are especially weak in reading, writing, and / or math, you may not be ready to take the GED Prep class. Southgate’s
Pre-GED class will help you strengthen your skills.
Eligibility for GED Testing
1. Test-takers must be 18 years of age and not currently enrolled in a regular high school or at least 16/17 with proper documentation.
2. Test-takers must have driver’s license, passport, military papers or their form of official government (national or foreign) ID that shows name, birth date, signature and photograph.
3. No certificates will be issued until test-taker is 18 and high school class has grad- uated, unless the individual has graduated from the Michigan Youth Challenge Program and is 16 years of age.
Brilliant Detroit
Headquarters Address:
5675 Larkins
Detroit, MI 48210
Phone: 313-483-8992
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Brillant Detroit House
13800 Eastburn
Detroit, MI 48205
OUR MISSION:
Brilliant Detroit is dedicated to building kid success families and neighborhoods where families with children 0-8 have what they need to be school ready, healthy and stable.
We do this by providing proven programming and support year-round out of Brilliant Detroit homes in high-need neighbor- hoods. Has a wide variety of locations!
Community Literacy Council
39750 Joy
Plymouth, MI 48170
Phone: 734-589-0011
The Plymouth-Canton Community Literacy Council is a volunteer non-profit community organization. The Council provides free one-on-one tutoring or small conversation groups to adults primarily in the Plymouth-Canton area.
Deo Gratias Ministries Detroit
15879 E. Seven Mile
Detroit, MI 48205
Phone: 313-743-0477
Deo Gratias Ministries Detroit has partnered with Wayne State University's GED Program to help educate adults in getting their high school diploma. If you would like more infor- mation, please contact Pamela Wilson, Case Manager, for more information.
Detroit Hispanic Development
1211 Trumbull
Detroit, MI 48216
Phone: 313-967-4880
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL):
English as a Second Language class is held Monday through Thursday using instruct-
ional and computer-based learning. Our classes include teacher-led sessions with an emphasis on reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
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Additionally, we offer specialized case management services for students, especially recent immigrants, to help them better adjust to life in Michigan. Funding for this pro- gram is provided by the State of Michigan
Detroit Impact Center
9930 Greenfield
Detroit, MI 48227-2036
Phone: 313-272-0004
ChangeMakers is designed to build character, improve reading /comprehension skills, provide opportunities for creative expression, social skills, and personal growth.
Detroit Job Corps Center
11801 Woodrow Wilson
Detroit, MI 48206
Phone: 800-733-JOBS 800-733-5627 877-889-5627 TTY
Job Corps is a free residential education and training program that each year helps several thousand students between the ages of 16-24 gain the experience they need
to get a better job and take control of their lives. The program offers you an opportunity to learn a trade, the chance to get your GED or high school diploma and help getting a job. Job Corps also provides you with a counselor who you can call for help for one year after you graduate.
Detroit Public Library-Parkman Branch
1766 Oakman Blvd.
Detroit, MI 48238
Phone: 313-481-1814
Detroit Reads!
The Detroit Reads! tutoring program began in 2008. We pair trained tutors with adults who want to improve their reading or math skills. Anyone 18 or older is welcome. You may be a first-time reader or studying to pass GED. We have helped over 600 learners reach their goals.
Detroit Public Schools
Office of Adult Education
Fisher Building, 9th Floor
3011 W. Grand Blvd.
Detroit, MI 48202
Phone: 313-873-7927
Adult Education's mission is to strengthen our community by improving adult learner skills for successful long-term employment. Detroit Public School District’s Community Education programs offer High School Completion (HSC), General Educational Develop- pment (GED), Adult Basic Education/Pre-HSE (ABE), and English as a Second Language
(ESL) at several community sites and schools, including two main Adult Education cam- puses.
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We provide free classes for adult learners giving them the opportunity to upgrade their academic skills, complete high school, obtain General Educational Development (GED) and other services. We also provide opportunities at two Detroit Learning Labs for students to receive HSE preparation. Enrollment is year-round and classes are offered Monday-Friday.
FOCUS: HOPE
1200 Oakman Blvd.
Detroit, MI 48238
Phone: 313-494-5500 Main
Phone: 313-494-4300 Admissions
Our education and workforce development programs prepare individuals for success when competing for jobs. We offer a holistic approach to individuals looking to jump
start their careers. Our programs are scholarship based and FREE to most students. Eligible candidates must pass a drug screen and take an admissions test to determine math and reading levels for entry.
iAmerica Center
Locations:
8594 N. Canton Center
Canton, MI 48187
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1061 Inkster
Garden City, MI 48135
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19445 W. Warren Ave.
Detroit, MI 48228
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3120 Carpenter Ave. Suite 211
Hamtramck, MI 48212
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25350 Eureka
Taylor, MI 48180
Phone: 313-307-0088
EDUCATION SERVICES:
We are proud of offer free education classes which include ESP, GED, Citizenship and Skills Trades such as Computer Information Systems & Employment Support.
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Most of our staff and providers are fluent in Arabic, Chaldean, Hindu, Purdu, Punjabi, Ukranian, Russian, Spanish and French. Our main focus is to advocate for the under- served: the Non-English speaker such as individuals from African and Asian American communities. Offers a wide variety of services!
LaCasa Guadalupana
P.O. Box 10266
Detroit, MI 48209
Phone: 313-551-4402
Offers GED in Spanish. Our next classes start in September. Classes run $65.00 per semester plus books. That can be more than one class. We offer elementary, middle school in Spanish in conjunction with Mexico. The GED can be studied by yourself at home. The books can be purchased in all four materials in Spanish and the pre-test to see if you are ready to take the test is in Spanish and so is the test.
LAHC (Leaders Advancing & Helping Communities)
5275 Kenilworth
Dearborn, MI 48126
Phone: 888-315-LAHC
English as a Second Language Class:
Immigrants and newly arrived refugees learn to read, write, and communicate in English. Classes are offered 5 days a week for beginning, intermediate and advanced learners.
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Digital Literacy Program:
LAHC’s Digital Literacy program is designed to help adult learners gain valuable com- puter and technology skills to increase their ability to participate in today’s workforce. Our program uses Google Chromebooks and Google Suite applications to teach topics including basic laptop navigation, computer shortcuts, email etiquette, research using trusted sources, staying safe online and developing an online profile.
Muslim Family Services
12346 McDougall
Detroit, MI 48212-2708
Phone: 313-366-6800
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National Headquarters
87-91 144th
Jamaica, NY 11435
Phone: 866-354-0102 718-658-7028
Free English classes for beginners & adult learners.
Plymouth-Canton Community Literacy Council
Starkweather Academy
39750 Joy
Plymouth, MI 48170
Phone: 734-589-0011
We are a volunteer, non-profit organization aiming to improve adult literacy in Plymouth-Canton & surrounding areas of Western Wayne County. Our mission is to provide adults with basic reading, writing and communication skills, so they may participate in their community and reach their fullest potential in life.
ProLiteracy Detroit
12300 Morang Dr.
Detroit, MI 48224
Phone: 313-926-6678
52 Literacy and tutoring sites have been established throughout Metro Detroit. Free
one-to-one and small group tutoring services, after-school literacy pro- grams for elementary school children, technology-based literacy instruction. FREE books for
adults & children, family literacy projects.
Reading Works Detroit
645 Griswold
Detroit, MI 48226
Phone: 313-962-6202
A collective partnership of community leaders from the business, education, media,
civic and faith communities dedicated to improving adult literacy in Metro Detroit.
The organization is partnering with adult literacy agencies and other organizations
to provide resources to help more people learn to read.
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AND PARTNERS:
ACCESS
2651 Saulino Ct.
Dearborn, MI 48120
Phone: 313-842-6762
Adult literacy (E.S.L.), children's literacy, interactive parent and child activities, ser- educational and recreational field trips, citizenship classes, educational and advocacy vices, early childhood services, WIA youth programs, career development outreach program, students in transition program.
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Dominican Literacy Center
11148 Harper Ave.
Detroit, MI 48213
Phone: 313-267-1000
An east-side Detroit center for tutoring and information to improve literacy.
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Mercy Education Project
1450 Howard
Detroit, MI 48216
Phone: 313-963-5881
An educational development program that targets young girls and women.
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Beyond Basics
Thirkell Elementary School
7724 Fourteenth
Detroit, MI 48206
Phone: 248-250-9304
Aims to boost literacy skills of the parents of students who participate in Beyond
Basics, a reading enrichment program primarily aimed at children.
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Wayne State University / ANOTHER CHANCE
Phone: 313-862-1990
Tutoring Location:
Lighthouse Center
19940 Livernois
Detroit, MI 48221
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Detroit Literacy Coalition
3726 Fisher Ave.
Detroit, MI 48214
Phone: 313-922-7323
A Detroit-based coalition that offers tutoring and information to improve literacy.
Romulus Adult Education / Van Buren Adult Education
Romulus High School
9650 Wayne
Romulus, MI 48174 North Side of the building Door 29
Phone: 734-532-1403
Program Director: Renae Gowen
Phone: 734-532-1407
Work Cell: 734-497-0682
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Lead Teacher: Christina Newsome
Work Cell: 734-497-4019
- Our program is completely FREE!
- We offer both High School diploma & GED prep classes at NO COST!
- Classes offered YEAR ROUND at several locations!
- We are available to service adults in the Detroit Metro area!
SER Metro Detroit
Main Office:
9301 Michigan Ave.
Detroit, MI 48210-2038
Phone: 313-846-2240
Southwest Location Services:
2826 Bagley
Detroit, MI 48216
- Basic Computer Skills Classes
- Vocational English as a Second Language (VESL) Classes
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Eastside Location Services:
15491 Maddelein
Detroit, MI 48205
PROGRAM MANAGER
Laura Fante
Phone: 313-945-5200 #4269
Siena Literacy Center
16888 Trinity
Detroit, MI 48219
Phone: 313-532-8404
Siena Literacy Center is a non-profit organization that works to improve the lives
of families in N.W. Metropolitan Detroit by providing a basic education program for
adult learners. Together with our volunteer tutors, we teach reading, math, computer skills, and English as a Second Language (ESL). Since 1995, over 600 tutors have
helped over 2000 adult learners meet the challenges of their everyday lives.
Southwest Housing Solutions
Main Office:
1920 25th Street
Detroit, MI 48216
Phone: 313-841-3727
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Adult Learning Lab
4214 W. Vernor Highway
Detroit, MI 48209
Phone: 313-45108055
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Wayne State University / Harris Literacy Program
8640 W. Vernor Hwy (near Lawndale Street)
Detroit, MI
The lab offers:
1. GED preparation
2. English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction
3. Adult Basic Education (ABE) for adults needing remedial training in reading and/or math
4. Educational support for those entering college who need remedial help
5. Computer instruction and one-on-one tutoring
6. Academic and career counseling
7. Workplace skills preparation
8. Referrals to wraparound services
9. Financial literacy
10. Instruction and resources for trainees in workforce development programs
Participants must be at least 19 years old and have a goal of finding employment
or improving their work situation. low-income and unemployed or under- employed.
Eligible adults do not need to reside in Detroit to enroll in the lab. Except for a small registration fee, these services are free for eligible participants.
St. Vincent and Sarah Fisher Center (SVSF)
16800 Trinity
Detroit, MI 48219
Phone: 313-887-1878 Beth / 313-400-5718 Audrean
Thinking about college after your GED®? St. Vincent and Sarah Fisher Center can
help you take the next step with the College-Level Examination Program® (CLEP).
CLEP lets you earn college credits by passing exams instead of taking full courses — cutting down on tuition and getting you ahead.
Our testing center offers programs to help students earn college credits through
CLEP exams and achieve high school equivalency with GED® tests. The center pro-
vides preparatory modules, free testing vouchers, and additional support services
to ensure student success in both CLEP and GED® testing.
SVSF will assist you with:
- Modern States® course sign-up
- College enrollment guidance
Wayne County Community College District
Mission:
Wayne County Community College District’s Adult Education Program prepares stud-ents to complete / obtain a secondary credential and help gain access to post-secondary education, training, and support services to succeed in high demand / high wage occup- ations.
Eligibility:
Participants must be 18 years of age or older to qualify for enrollment in the Adult Edu- cation Program at WCCCD. The program provides instruction for students to improve their basic literacy skills in preparation for the completion of their GED.
Application Process:
Each Adult Education Participant is required to complete the college admission appli-
cation for enrollment. This allows the participants to begin to become a part of WCCCD setting.
Tutoring:
Tutorial services are available for participants enrolled in the Adult Education Program.
Location of classes:
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- Little Rock Urban Institute
- District Contact: Ms. Ilanda Robertson
Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency
Wayne Metro Detroit HQ:
7310 Woodward Suite 800
Detroit, MI 48202
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Out-County Service Hub
2121 Biddle Avenue
Wyandotte, MI 48192
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Out-County Service Hub
11131 Wayne Rd.
Romulus, MI 48174
Phone: 313-3247922 Deanne
LEAPS / Learning, Excelling and Parenting Successfully
The most significant impact on children’s academic success is their parent’s attitude toward literacy and learning. Core values, knowledge and skills are first developed in
a child’s family, which is the nucleus of the household. The Learning Education and
Parenting Success (LEAPS) Family Literacy Program partners with adult learners of children ages 0-8 to support and Adult Education, Children Education, Parent and
Child Together Time (PACT), and Parent Time.
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Wayne Metro offers digital literacy courses for adult learners ranging from Computer Basics to Website Design and Coding Basics. For more information, please contact Deanne Surles via email above.
Wayne State University English Language Institute
WSU Harris Literacy Program
351 Manoogian Hall
Detroit, MI 48202
Phone: 313-577-7323
The ELI is the ONLY intensive English language program in the metropolitan Detroit
area. ELI's small classes and highly-trained instructors make it possible for students
to improve their English rapidly and effectively. The ELI uses the newest language teaching methodology and the most up-to-date audio, video and computer technology available.
Zaman International
Administrative Offices:
26091 Trowbridge
Inkster, MI 48141
Phone: 313-551-3994
B.O.O.S.T. Vocational and Literacy Training Program Zaman offers women the oppor-tunity to break the cycle of poverty for themselves and their families by learning job-ready sewing and culinary arts skills and English language literacy.
LENAWEE COUNTY
Community Action Agency
400 W. South
Adrian, MI 49221
Who is Eligible?
CAA provides financial management assistance to anyone interested in Lenawee county. There are no income eligibility requirements.
Topics for classes include the following:
1. Communication –making decisions with a spouse or partner who
has different priorities / values
2. Spending
3. Creating a Budget Plan – planning for the household spending
based on the individual / household priorities
4. Credit Awareness – including how to make arrangements with
creditors and establishing credit
5. Predatory Lending – check cashing pros/cons, mortgage scams,
“Buy Here/Pay Here” worth it?
6. Goal Setting – developing realistic goals and sticking to them
7. Basic Banking and Investing– provide as needed banking education
8. Energy Education – reduce energy cost with simple changes, including energy
audit (as available)
Lenawee Intermediate School District
1372 N. Main
Adrian, MI 49221
Phone: 517-263-2108
Variety of programs including career training!
MACOMB COUNTY
Chaldean Community Foundation
3601 15 Mile
Sterling Heights, MI 48310
Phone: 586-722-7253
CCF is offering English as a Second Language (ESL) and Citizenship Preparation Classes via Zoom.
Chippewa Valley Schools
Chippewa Valley Adult and Community Building
19230 Cass Ave.
Clinton Twp. MI 48038
Phone: 586-723-2050
Lake Shore Public Schools Macomb
St. Clair Shores Adult & Community Education Bldg.
23055 Masonic Blvd.
St. Clair Shores, MI 48082
Phone: 586-285-8880
L’Anse Creuse Public Schools
Pellerin Center
24001 F. V. Pankow Blvd.
Clinton Township, MI 48036
Phone: 586-783-6420
Poblo International
35555 Garfield Suite 7
Clinton Township, MI 48035
Phone: 586-477-1530
How We Serve:
At Poblo International Ministries, we offer refugee resettlement assistance, cultural &
social assimilation, shelter, English classes, sewing classes, support to persecuted converts, friendship and hospitality, & MORE! Learn more about our non-profit services and how we can help Muslims and other immigrants and refugees in the United States.
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In Michigan, we not only share the gospel, but we also have programs set in place to
help the immigrant & refugee population thrive in America. Some of our volunteer ser- vices in MI include: counseling, supporting persecuted converts, helping with refugee resettlement assistance, cultural assimilation, and more. We also have five International Friendship Centers where missionaries and volunteers teach English, citizenship, and
sewing classes.
Utica Community Schools & Adult Education
Community Education Center
38901 Dodge Park
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
Phone: 586-797-6906 Adult Ed
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English as a Second Language (ESL)
Earn a Utica Community Schools high school diploma or prepare for the GED through
the Adult Education Program. Gain valuable workplace and life skills with beginner to advanced classes in the English as a Second Language Program. FREE morning, aft- ernoon and evening classes.
Warren Consolidated Schools / Flynn Educational Center
8655 Irving
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
Phone: 586-825-2400
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Warren Woods Public Schools / Adult Education
12900 Frazho
Warren, MI 48089
Phone: 586-439-4408
What do we offer to the local community?
1. Enrichment activities for youth and adults
2. English literacy classes for adults who are either native English speakers or
English Language Learners
3. High School Diploma and Equivalency classes for adults
4. HiSET Testing by appointment
MONROE COUNTY
Monroe County Intermediate School District / Project READ
1101 S. Raisinville
Monroe, MI 48161
Phone: 734-242-5799 Literacy Dept: 734-322-2721
The MCISD collaborates with staff members, service organizations & community
representatives to connect adult learners with literacy services via confidential trained community tutors. Project READ expands & enhances the abilities of adults
to read and understand in their per- sonal and professional lives. This program is administered by the MCISD with financial support provided by community donors
and area businesses, most notably DTE Energy. All calls are confidential. Tutoring sessions are held at public locations such as a library or quiet restaurant.
Oaks Village
924 E. 2nd
Monroe, MI 48161
Phone: 734-244-5444
Oaks also collaborates with several different agencies to serve as an educational hub.
SERVICES:
We offer financial literacy, life skills classes, literacy programs and partner with the Learning Bank for GED completion.
OPEN:
Classes and programs run throughout the year at various times. Please contact us
fo r class availability.
WHO & COST:
This service is free for anyone who needs help with education.
OAKLAND COUNTY:
Arab American and Chaldean Council (ACC)
Administrative Offices:
363 W. Big Beaver Suite #300
Troy, MI 48084
Phone: 248-559-1990
Services provided:
- Digital Literacy training
- Career navigation assistance
- Job placement / Job retention
- Support in enrolling in higher education programs
- Other supportive services
BEYOND BASICS
Mailing Address:
PO Box 1504
Birmingham, MI 48012
Physical Address:
18000 W. Nine Mile Suite #450
Southfield, MI 48075
Phone: 248-250-9304
READ TO RISE TUTORING:
- One-on-One Reading Tutoring (K-12)
- Reading Readiness (lower elementary) / SOAR (9-12)
- Reading Buddies / Leader Readers
LITERACY-ENRICHMENT:
- International Art and Writing
- Mentoring Matters Partners
- Caring for Kids Donation Program
Has a wide variety of schools that participates in this program!
Centro Multicultural La Familia
35 W. Huron Suite 100
Pontiac, MI 48342
Phone: 248-858-7800
Facebook: centro@centromulticultural.org
CITIZENSHIP AND LIFE SKILLS CLASSES:
We support our community's ongoing personal and professional development through life skills classes as well as citizenship classes.
LANGUAGE INTERPRETATION:
We offer language interpretation at different agencies including Women's Center at
St. Joseph Hospital. Bilingual staff provides interpretation between pregnant women
and their physician so they can communicate better and have healthier outcomes.
TRANSLATION OF DOCUMENTS:
1. We translate documents for community members such as birth & marriage certificates permission to travel, and more. A two-week notice is strongly recommended.
2. We also provide translations to business documents, such as manuals, procedures and surveys.
3. Notary services are also available
Community Sharing Outreach Center
Mailing Address:
P. O. Box 405
Highland, MI 48357
&
Duck Lake Center
5061 N. Duck Lake
Highland, MI 48357
Phone: 248-889-0347
Educational Assistance by Volunteers:
- Tutoring in core subjects K-12
Grace Centers Of Hope
35 E. Huron PO Box 430618
Pontiac, MI 48342
Phone: 248-334-7939 855-HELP-GCH
Education Opportunities:
Every resident in the Life Skills Program takes the TABE (Test of Adult Basic Education) in order for the staff to create an individualized plan based on the resident's needs.
The Career and Education Center:
Provide many opportunities for residents in the one-year life skills program and for those in aftercare.
The Career and Education Center:
Provide GED classes for all residents who do not have a GED credential. This program includes individual online preparation, one-on-one tutoring, homework assistance, and pre-tests.
The Career and Education Center also offer classes for residents including:
1. Business Communication
2. Computers 101
3. Work Readiness
4. Reasoning Skills
5. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People®
For Aftercare residents who choose to go to college, the Career and Education Center provides assistance with registration, homework, and a place to study.
Career Development:
After residents have been in the life skills program for nine months, they begin to search for jobs. The Career and Education Center provide assistance in obtaining a job for life skills program residents & after-care residents including:
- One-on-one resume writing assistance
- Job search assistance and coaching
- Access to internet searching
- Interview practice and coaching
Grace Centers of Hope is an authorized GED Testing Service®
Huron Valley Schools Adult Education / Brooks Center
1000 Hill
White Lake, MI
Phone: 248-676-8398
Huron Valley School's Adult Education offers a wide variety of programs ranging from High School Completion to Medical Assistant programs.
Oakland Literacy Council
Ottawa Towers Bldg.
51111 Woodward Ave. 7th Floor Suite #720
Pontiac, MI 48342
Phone: 248-253-1617
Locally the Council:
1. Recruits and trains volunteers who meet weekly with adult students to teach reading, writing & conversational English.
2. Provides various tutoring workshops to give tutors tools for effective tutoring
3. Has available a library with tutoring materials for various reading levels and interests
4. Provides resources i.e., tutor mentors, tutor trainers, specialists to answer questions and guide tutors
Troy School District Community Education
1522 E. Big Beaver
Troy, MI 48083
Phone: 248-823-5100
United Community Family Services/CALC
(Chaldean American Ladies of Charity)
2033 Austin
Troy, MI 48083
Phone: 248-528-0130
Citizenship Program:
The Refugee Asylee Citizenship Program is designed to navigate lawful permanent residents of the United States through acculturation and naturalization. The agency offers a variety of services including, but not limited to, translations, interpretation, employment, financial, benefits assistance, food pantry and basic needs. The agency offers free English as a Second Language (ESL) courses, citizenship instruction and legal assistance in applying for naturalization. Program enrollees are educated on U.S. history & governance, receive interview preparation and more.
WASHTENAW COUNTY
AMERICA READS TUTORING CORPS
University of Michigan Ginsberg Center
B6, Michigan League Underground
911 N University
Ann Arbor, MI 48104-3310
Phone: 734-647-7801
America reads employs approximately 100 University students to serve as literacy
tutors to children in grades K-5 each year in Detroit and Ypsilanti schools. Every
child receives individualized attention, along with packs of free brand-new books
to build a home library.
Manchester Community Resource Center
710 E. Main Rooms 229 & 231
PO Box 433
Manchester, MI 48158
Phone: 734-428-7722
- We can connect you with financial coaches
- We have volunteers to assist with reading, writing
The Neutral Zone
310 E. Washington
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Phone: 734-214-9995
Programs run weekdays throughout the school year and are open to any high-school-aged teen. ALL PROGRAMS ARE FREE, though donations are welcome. We recommend registration prior to coming to NZ, but teens can register on-site. Try out a program at any time, or let us know your ideas to start something new!
Ypsilanti Township Community Center
2025 E. Clark
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
Phone: 734-219-3781
Free ESL classes in-person and Hybrid.
Washtenaw County Community College
Adult Education Plus Transitions G.E.D. Plus!
4800 E. Huron River Dr.
Ann Arbor, MI 48105-4800 Classes now ONLINE!
Phone: 734-677-5006
Basic services include:
- Academic Skills Improvement
- Counseling and Support Services
- College and Job Skills Development
Washtenaw Literacy
5577 Whittaker
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Phone: 734-337-3338
EVERYDAY Washtenaw Literacy offers FREE Tutoring for adults looking for oppor-tunities to change their lives! If you are an adult ready to get better at:
- English as a Second Language
At Washtenaw Literacy our FREE ADULT LITERACY TUTORS are dedicated to helping you prepare to pass the GED test. Our Free Adult Tutors help adults learn to read, write, speak English do math and enhance computer skills.
