Math Instructor Tina Burns and her student work one to one revisiting math concepts at the Energy Innovation Center.
Literacy Pittsburgh students have so many opportunities to achieve success. Becoming proficient in English, gaining U.S. citizenship, earning a GED diploma, and preparing for college are excellent successes.
However, some students consider a different path, one that offers good-paying jobs in high-demand roles. Students who enjoy working with tools, constructing items with their hands, and working as part of a team can thrive in the building trades. Building trades include a wealth of choices, including carpentry, plumbing, electricity, machine operations, pipefitting, labor, and more.
Literacy Pittsburgh partners with PIT2Work, Pittsburgh Gateways, Allegheny County Airport Authority, and Partner 4 Work to bring a 5-week intensive class on Introduction to the Construction Trades to the Pittsburgh area.
The most recent cohort graduated on November, 1, 2024. The graduates met PA Senator Devlin Robinson and PA Representative Valerie Gaydos. Both politicians support the trades in Western Pennsylvania. The graduation ceremony was held at the Pittsburgh International Airport in the Hyatt Hotel.
The next cohort will start in January 2025 and are even open to people who have no experience in the trades. These classes help participants learn about the trades and meet people already in this field. If you or you someone you know might be interested in this program, please visit the PIT2Work website to sign up.
Literacy Pittsburgh (formerly Greater Pittsburgh Literacy Council) helps create better lives through learning. Recognized as a national leader in adult and family literacy, Literacy Pittsburgh is the largest provider of adult basic education in Allegheny and Beaver Counties. Last year, Literacy Pittsburgh helped more than 4,000 individuals acquire the skills needed to reach their fullest potential in life and participate productively in their communities. Literacy Pittsburgh provides free, personalized instruction in workforce readiness, high school diploma test preparation, digital literacy, English language learning, math, reading, and family literacy through one-to-one and small class instruction. Founded in 1982, it serves local adults through numerous neighborhood locations and its Downtown Pittsburgh Learning Center.
