Adult Literacy Center (ALC)

School of Professional and Community Development (SPCD)

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For more than 34 years, Medgar Evers College’s Adult Literacy Center (ALC) has been a trusted learning hub for adults across Central Brooklyn. As part of the CUNY Adult Literacy Consortium, the ALC provides free, high-quality ESOL, ABE, and GED preparation classes that help adults strengthen their skills, access college, and advance toward meaningful employment.

Our programs are funded through the Black Male Initiative, the Mayor’s Office, and the New York State Education Department (NYSED). The ALC has a longstanding record of helping adults pass the GED exam, build confidence, and support their families and communities.

Our
Mission

The Adult Literacy Center is dedicated to empowering adults through education. We help learners:

  • Improve reading, writing, and math skills
  • Build English proficiency
  • Transition to college and workforce training
  • Support their families development
  • Strengthen long-term economic and personal stability

Programs
We Offer

ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) Supports learners from beginner to advanced levels, helping them build communication skills for everyday life, employment, and further study.
Adult Basic Education (ABE) Builds foundational reading, writing, and math skills to prepare students for GED-level coursework.
GED Preparation Comprehensive instruction across Reasoning Through Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies, and Science, paired with case management, tutoring, and college transition support.
College & Career Readiness Workshops and advising on college applications, financial aid, résumé writing, job search strategies, and professional skills.
Case Management & Social-Emotional Support Our social work interns, case managers, and staff help students address barriers, manage stress, and stay engaged through one-on-one support, wellness workshops, and career exploration.
Workshops & Support Services

We offer a wide range of academic and socio-emotional workshops, including:

  • Test-taking strategies
  • Health literacy
  • Note-taking skills
  • Trauma and stress management
  • Identifying Resources Workshop
  • Mental Health Workshop
  • College Knowledge
  • Career exploration

Our
Impact

Each year, the Adult Literacy Center:

  • Serves more than 300 adult learners
  • Supports three to four instructional cycles
  • Maintains strong GED pass rates
  • Helps students transition to college
  • Connects learners to critical community resources

Program
Eligibility

To enroll in the Adult Literacy Center at Medgar Evers College, participants must meet the following requirements:

Students must be:

  • 18 years of age or older
  • Have a current photo ID
  • Complete Intake & Assessment Process
  • Committed to program requirements and attendance expectations

Contact us

Get in touch

Whether you have a question, comment, or need support—just reach out. We’ll respond as soon as possible.

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Phone
718-804-8880/8874

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Email
adultliteracycenteralc@gmail.com