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Education

Adult Basic Education (ABE) and General Equivalency Diploma (GED®)

ABE and GED® preparation for adults include instruction in reading, writing, verbal communication, mathematics, history, and science.

GED® Test Preparation  

Vocational Education

Goodwill's Private Licensed School -- The Goodwill Employment Training Center -- offers diploma programs and computer certification classes. Classes include:

Administrative Office Skills Training, Health Care Office Skills Training, and International Computer Driving License

Computer Training

Basic 10 Week Computer Skills Class  



English as a Second Language (ESL)

ESL classes are available for non-native English speakers and include classes in citizenship, computer skills, job training, English, driver's permit prep, TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) and GED®.

ESL Citizenship & Naturalization
ESL Basic Computer Classes
ESL Driver's Permit Prep

ESL TOEFL Prep
ESL GED® Preparation

Driver's Training

This is a state licensed program that provides students with the skills and knowledge required to pass the Pennsylvania driver's road test and to encourage safe driving.

Driver's Education

Adult Basic Special Education (ABSE)

ABSE classes for adults who have MR/MH special needs focus on reading, writing, math and computer use.

For more information about Goodwill Education Programs, call 412-632-1706 or Contact Us about Job Training or Education.

Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. For more information, call 412-632-1809 or e-mail accommodations.request@goodwillswpa.org.

"Goodwill was very instrumental in my ability to obtaining full time employment with UPMC, I would recommend anyone seeking assistance with employment to utilize Goodwill and the UPMC Power Program. My goal is to continue my career at UPMC by taking advantage of all training opportunities and pursue higher level positions."

Silas is currently in a full-time position at UPMC Montefiore Hospital and hopes to have a stable long-term career with UPMC.

Read more of this story and others in our Client Profiles.

 

 
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