Trident Literacy Association of North Charleston

Trident Literacy Association is a literacy program in North Charleston, SC. The organization serves the Charleston Tri-County Region by providing essential adult education services, including basic literacy programs, GED preparation, career readiness, digital literacy, and English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL).

Founded in 1972, the association has evolved from a small initiative into a leading agency dedicated to eliminating adult illiteracy and reversing the cycle of generational poverty. The organization utilizes evidence-based programs facilitated by trained staff and volunteers. Their Adult Basic Education and English as a Second Language programs are part of the SC Department of Adult Education system and are held to high state and national standards. The association's work is supported by private donations, foundations, corporate sponsors, and federal and municipal funding.

Located on Rivers Avenue, the office is situated near the Charleston County Magistrate courthouse and the North Charleston Post Office. The facility is also a short drive from the North Charleston Housing Authority and the SC Department of Transportation office.

The association stands among the top 10% of its category locally and is recognized for its excellence through various honors, including the Spearman Innovation Award from the SC Department of Adult Education and the 2023 Dyer Pearl Literacy Award from the Barbara Bush Foundation.

Trident Literacy Association remains a vital resource for the North Charleston community, providing the foundational skills necessary for lifelong success.

Services:

• Career Pathways
• ESOL Classes
• GED Preparation