TLA Trident Literacy Association
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Adult learning, workforce skills, and opportunity

Adult education in the Charleston Tri-County Region.

Build reading, English, GED, digital, financial, and career skills with support from trained staff and volunteers.

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1972 Serving adult learners since our founding
66k+ Area adults lacking a high school diploma
5 Major learning pathways for families
2026 Scholarship luncheon in June

Choose the next step that fits why you came.

Tell us what you need today and we will point you to the right program, volunteer role, or giving path.

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Find GED preparation, English classes, career readiness, and digital literacy support.

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Serve as a learning coach, classroom helper, event volunteer, or community connector.

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I want to remove barriers.

Support tuition assistance, class materials, career services, and scholarship access.

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Learning with a plan

Programs that connect education to daily life.

Build foundational skills, prepare for work, learn English, or take the next step toward a high school credential.

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Find the right pathway.

Use the homepage to route students quickly into the program page or form that fits their next step.

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GED Preparation

Classes, tutoring, assessments, and a guided plan toward GED testing.

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English language learners in class Learn English

ESOL Classes

Beginner through advanced English classes with assessment and placement.

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Career readiness and computer skills support Find work

Career Center

Career counseling, resumes, assessments, and digital literacy support.

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Adult learner career pathway session Build credentials

Career Pathways

Scholarship-supported training options tied to in-demand careers.

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Getting started made manageable.

Most programs begin with a short form, an orientation or assessment, and a plan matched to your goals.

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Choose a goal.

GED, English, career readiness, digital skills, or community connection.

2

Complete the form.

Submit the right registration, application, or inquiry form.

3

Attend orientation.

Meet staff, complete assessment, and discuss scholarship options.

4

Start with support.

Learn with instructors, volunteers, materials, and a plan for next steps.

Featured event

Eileen Chepenik Scholarship Fund Luncheon

Join Trident Literacy Association for a luncheon supporting tuition assistance for adult learners and honoring a legacy of literacy and opportunity.