Programs
Community Education Program
The Community Education Program consists of adult basic education classes for those reading between 4th and 8th grade levels and GED classes for those reading at 9th grade levels and above. We also have tutor-based instruction for beginning literacy through GED level students. These classes are located in North Philadelphia and Germantown.
Partnership Program
CLC’s Partnership Program includes ABE, GED, workforce preparation, and English language classes that we offer in partnership with other organizations. For instance, CLC partners with PA CareerLink’s Suburban Station office, the JEVS EARN Center, and Andrew Jackson Elementary School.
Special Projects
CLC occasionally participates in special projects serving more specialized populations. We have provided literacy services for the Move Up Welfare-to-Work program, SkillsBooster from the Mayor’s Office of Community Service, the College and Career Advancement Program for Philadelphia city workers, and PhillyWorks: Growing Neighborhood Jobs, a collaborative effort involving the Mayor’s office, the Philadelphia Workforce Investment Board, and the Philadelphia Workforce Development Corporation.
Student Services Program
Providing essential support to students in the Community Education Program is CLC’s Student Services Program (SSP). The SSP provides life skills and job readiness lessons, counsels students, helps students develop action plans to achieve their goals, and refers students to local social service agencies as needed. The SSP’s support helps students achieve their academic goals and transition to the next steps.