Program areas at LCWM
The Literacy Center's family Literacy program has grown to be the largest in Michigan and one of the largest in the country. Instructing more than 353 parents of young children in 4 school districts and head start, the program recognizes that the whole family benefits when parents strengthen their Literacy skills. In 2023, the Literacy Center's program was selected as one of three partners in a national cohort of high performing family learning systems.
The Literacy Center delivers high-quality english language and Literacy instruction to adults across multiple program offerings, including one-on- one tutoring, citizenship classes, family Literacy classes, workforce development programs, community classes, and health Literacy programs. Thirty professional instructors and 248 volunteer Literacy coaches drive the work. In the year ending june 30, 2023, 248 volunteers donated approximately 9,650 hours, an estimated value of 306,870.
A key player in workforce development, the Literacy Center offers context- specific programs for businesses and job seekers. We are the largest provider of integrated education and training (iet) for trade certification programs in Michigan, delivering pre-employment certification classes in pharmacy technician, medical billing, certified nurse aide, and construction.