Literacy Council of Southwest Louisiana, Inc.

Where Is Cohort 2 Loading?

📍 DeRidder, Louisiana

The Literacy Council of Southwest Louisiana is now recruiting for Cohort 2 of NCCER Core Training!

If you're interested in construction careers, industry-recognized credentials, and building a pathway to employment, this opportunity is for you.

NCCER Core Credential
OSHA 10 Safety Training
Hands-on learning
Work readiness support
Career and training pathway opportunities

📅 Informational Meeting
🗓 Monday, June 22
⏰ 8:30 AM
📍 401 W. First Street, DeRidder, LA 70634
📞 (337) 494 - 7000

Seats are limited. Register today!

🔗 Register Here: https://form.jotform.com/242875644084162

We’re Doing More Than Teaching. We’re Building Futures.

When people think about the Literacy Council of Southwest Louisiana, they often think about reading, math, and HiSET preparation. While those services remain at the heart of our mission, our work goes much further.

We are helping adults gain the skills, confidence, and credentials they need to build better lives for themselves and their families.

♦ Learn to read and improve basic skills
♦ Earn a HiSET and open new opportunities
♦ Gain industry-recognized credentials like NCCER Core and OSHA 10
♦ Become work-ready and connect with employment opportunities
♦ Build a pathway to a brighter future

Every student who walks through our doors has a goal. Whether it's earning a diploma, getting a better job, starting a new career, or becoming a role model for their children, we're here to help them take the next step.

We’re not just helping our community learn. We’re helping our community succeed.

FAST TRACK YOUR WAY TO A HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY DIPLOMA!

Ready to pass the HiSET test and move forward with your education, career, and life goals?

The Literacy Council of Southwest Louisiana is offering an exciting opportunity for adult learners through our Online HiSET Fast Track Program!

What is HiSET Fast Track?
Our Fast Track Program is an accelerated 5-Day online preparation course designed to help eligible students review key academic subjects and strengthen test-taking skills before taking the HiSET exam.

Virtual Classes via Zoom start in July!

📅 Class 1: July 6 – July 10
🕔 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

📅 Class 2: July 13 – July 17
🕔 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

📚 Students will review:
✅ Reading
✅ Writing
✅ Mathematics
✅ Science
✅ Social Studies

🎯 Plus, learn proven test-taking strategies to build confidence and improve your chances of success on the HiSET exam.

Eligibility Requirements
✔ Must be 19 years of age or older
✔ Must have a valid email address
✔ Must be comfortable learning online and using basic technology tools

New Student Enrollment Testing
📅 June 22 – June 30

Appointments available in:
📍 Lake Charles
📍 DeRidder
📍 Jennings

📞 Call 337-494-7000 to schedule your enrollment appointment

OR

🌐 Visit www.literacyswla.org and click the ENROLL NOW button to create an account and schedule your appointment online.

For over 35 years, the Literacy Council of Southwest Louisiana has helped adults achieve educational success and open doors to new career opportunities.

⚡ Seats are limited and Fast Track classes fill quickly!

Take the first step toward your diploma, better employment opportunities, and a brighter future. Enroll today!

COHORT 1 LOADING!

We are excited to announce that the Literacy Council of Southwest Louisiana was selected as one of only 25 adult education programs nationwide to receive funding for construction education training through a partnership involving COABE, NCCER, and Lowe’s Foundation.

This opportunity will allow us to expand workforce training, provide industry-recognized credentials, and connect adult learners with pathways to high-demand careers in the construction industry.

Through this initiative, participants will gain valuable hands-on skills, earn certifications, and prepare for employment opportunities that strengthen both their futures and our local workforce.

We are honored to be part of this national cohort and look forward to working with Cohort 1 in Lake Charles!

Building Skills. Building Futures.
Construction Education. Strong Communities.
Investing in Tomorrow’s Workforce.

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🚧 NCCER CORE PROGRAM INFORMATION MEETING 🚧

Join us tomorrow at 9:00 AM to learn about our FREE NCCER Core Program and discover opportunities for training, certifications, and career pathways in construction and skilled trades!

📍 Location:
Arts & Humanities Central School Building
809 Kirby Street, Suite 126
Lake Charles, LA
Corner of Kirkman & Kirby

🅿️ Parking Information:
Parking is available in the back of the building off of Pujo Street. Additional parking is available in the parking lot at the corner of Kirkman & Broad Street.

Please arrive early so that you can find a parking spot!

Ready to build your future? 🔨📚

Join us for an NCCER CORE Information Meeting on May 14 to learn about our FREE 8-week workforce training program designed to prepare you for careers in the skilled trades and construction industry.

Participants can earn:
✔️ OSHA 10 Certification
✔️ NCCER CORE Credential
✔️ Digital Literacy Training
✔️ Financial Literacy Skills
✔️ Basic Safety Orientation Credential
✔️ Career Coaching & Job Placement Assistance

Need a high school diploma? Basic skills remediation is also available.

📅 Information Meeting: May 14
📅 Classes Begin: June 1
💲 Program Cost: FREE

🔗 Register for the Mandatory information meeting here: https://form.jotform.com/242875644084162

Seats are limited, so register today!

🚧 BUILD YOUR SKILLS. BUILD YOUR FUTURE. 🚧

Ready to take the next step toward a better career? Join the Literacy Council of Southwest Louisiana for an informational meeting about our FREE NCCER Core and OSHA 10 training opportunities!

✅ Hands-on construction skills
✅ Industry-recognized credentials
✅ Safety training
✅ Job or future training placement assistance

📅 Thursday, May 14
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍 809 Kirby Street, Suite 126
Lake Charles, LA 70601

Use this link to register for the Mandatory Informational Meeting: https://form.jotform.com/242875644084162

Invest in yourself. Build your future. We’re here to help you succeed!

📞 337-494-7000
🌐 www.literacyswla.org

We can't wait to see you this Friday! 😎
All beverage sales benefit the Literacy Council of Southwest Louisiana, Inc.!

✨ Friday nights just got better — Happy Hour is here! ✨

Starting THIS Friday, join us at Downtown at Sundown for Happy Hour from 6pm-7pm every Friday evening!

Here’s what’s waiting for you:
🍹 $5 Classic Mimosas
🍺 $3 Beer Specials

All beverage sales benefit the Literacy Council of Southwest Louisiana, Inc.! Their programs enrich our community by helping others read better, get their diploma, and prepare for a bright future! 📚🌟

📍1000 Block of Ryan Street, Lake Charles, LA
May 1 ONLY will be at Central School due to rain

📚✨ We’re out in the community! ✨📚

The Literacy Council of Southwest Louisiana is excited to be at the Early Childhood event, sharing all the amazing opportunities our Adult Education programs have to offer!

Stop by our table to learn how you (or someone you know) can: ✔️ Earn a high school equivalency
✔️ Improve reading, writing, and math skills
✔️ Prepare for the workforce
✔️ Build a brighter future

We proudly serve communities across Southwest Louisiana—and we’re here to help you take that next step.

👉 Sign up today. Enroll now. Your future starts here.

Thank you, Southwest Louisiana!

Last night’s Wine & Words was nothing short of magical—and it’s all because of YOU.

To our incredible sponsors, thank you for believing in our mission and helping us create an evening that was as meaningful as it was memorable. To our amazing wine representatives, your selections elevated the entire experience and kept the conversations flowing.

To everyone who attended—your presence, your energy, and your support remind us why this work matters so much. You are the heart of everything we do.

A special thank you to A2J Photo Booth for capturing the fun, and to our featured author, Rebecca Rigmaiden, for sharing her talent and inspiring us all.

We are deeply grateful to our dedicated Board of Directors and our hardworking Literacy Council staff—your passion and commitment brought this event to life in the most beautiful way.

And to the Southwest Louisiana community—thank you for continuing to show up, support literacy, and stand with us. Because of you, lives are changing every single day.

We’re already looking forward to doing it all again next year. 🍷📚

With gratitude,
The Literacy Council of Southwest Louisiana