Programs
Helpline
The helpline is available for those seeking information
on literacy programs and volunteer opportunities. Literacy
Council staff can provide the names of literacy or adult education
programs that assist callers and can transfer them directly to one
of those education providers. Please call (205)
326-1925 or 1-888-448-READ (7323) for more information.
Tutor Training (click for 2008 schedule)
The Literacy Council provides free-of-charge tutor training workshops throughout the year to certify volunteers as Basic Literacy and/or ESOL tutors. The materials used are from Laubach Way to Reading, a phonics-based method that has proven to be effective in helping adults learn to read, and from LifePrints. The Literacy Council also teaches workshops for volunteers wanting to tutor school-aged children. After completing a workshop, participants are ProLiteracy certified tutors and are ready to volunteer in area programs.
