ESL Driver's Permit Prep

Driving in the United States

Prepare for the Pennsylvania Driver’s Permit Test

You will learn…

• Listening – practice listening and understanding English directions
• Speaking – increase vocabulary and use English in sentences
• Vocabulary – learn the words used on the driver’s test and be able to answer the questions
• Reading – Learn to read & understand road signs
• Pronunciation – practice, practice, practice

Classes are held Tuesday and Thursday in the evening and they start every 6 weeks
*Goodwill also has “On the Road” drivers-education classes; there is a fee for those classes.

Goodwill Program Benefits:

• Knowledge of vocabulary needed to pass the Pennsylvania driver’s permit test.
• Practice in taking the Pennsylvania driver’s permit  test.
• Increased use of English language
• Able to understand and answer questions in English
• Practice in following directions

Student Benefits:

• Receive a 20% discount at Goodwill Stores.
• Qualify for Goodwill’s low-cost “Computers for Students Program”.
• Receive Attendance and Academic Gains Awards.
• Have access to the latest up-to-date educational materials.
• Participate in small classes with other students of a similar level.
• Work with instructors and tutors who genuinely care about the progress of each student.
• Have the opportunity to participate in many activities such as: Goodwill Literacy Initiative Graduation & Recognition Ceremony, Tutor Recognition Event, Holiday Parties, International Evening of Music and Dance and other social events.
• Our students may qualify for case management, job search help and many other services.
• Can continue in other ESL classes or computer classes indefinitely.

If you or someone you know is a non-native English speaker who has limited communication skills in English and needs help to prepare for the Pennsylvania driver’s permit test, contact us to arrange an intake meeting. 
English or Spanish – Jennifer 412-390-2274 or jennifer.kenna@goodwillswpa.org