Education Center
At M-POWER, we bridge the gap between functional illiteracy and literacy, as well as offer quality GED preparation classes and Ready to Work training.
We use an individualized approach to education, ensuring each student receives what he or she personally needs to be successful.
Literacy Center
- Accredited through ProLiteracy, the largest adult literacy and basic education membership organization in the nation
- One-to-one literacy instruction for a minimum of 90 minutes per week to adults who want to learn to read or improve their reading skills
- With improved skills, students can find better jobs, read bedtime stories to their children or grandchildren, and read the Bible for the first time — with confidence
Contact Program Manager Joe Glasgow
Literacy Academy
- Pre-GED program that supports individuals with specific literacy needs by offering in-class instruction and supplying students with their own literacy tutor
- Maintains strong emphasis in fundamental grammar, vocabulary, reading, and pre-writing skills
Contact Program Manager Megan Mitchell
GED Program
- Operates year-round, offering 2 12-week semesters and three mini-semesters
- Classes offered include Language, Math, Science, Social Studies, Computer, Bible Study, Writing Workshop, and various life skills courses
- Students who test above a certain grade level are offered a place in an online GED preparation program, GED Academy
Contact Program Manager Rene Bradberry
Ready to Work
- Nationally-accredited program offering invaluable career readiness skills and providing a career pathway for individuals with limited education and employment experience
- Program completers receive an Alabama Certified Worker certificate and National Career Readiness certificate (ACT Workkeys Assessments)
- Staff members walk participants though each phase of the program and assist them in preparing their career portfolio so that they can maximize their skills and be successful in the workforce
Contact Program Manager Rene Bradberry
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