COMMUNITY BASED PROGRAMS

Prologue multi-site adult education, adult vocational and health/quality of life programs are free and open to anyone 17 or older, except where noted. These programs target many of those who must overcome  similar hurdles as students enrolled in our high schools.

Most students generally complete the program they choose.  Allied Health, the largest, boasts an 80-85 percent placement rate.  Those pursuing their GED may begin at a second grade reading level and typically continue their studies for two to three years.  About 40 percent have already earned their GED.

Given their maturity and self-motivation, those attending our Community Based Programs take responsibility for conducting themselves appropriately and following facility guidelines. We allow great latitude in attendance and (except for GED certificates) for what constitutes “completion.”

Adult Vocational Training

Prologue’s practical training and resources for financial independence are currently housed at our A. Phillip Randolph Adult Learning Center (10509 S. Torrence Ave., Chicago IL 60649).  Limited day care is available on site. 

The Randolph Center typically presents 6 – 15 week certification programs in:

•    Patient Care Technician

•    Nursing Assistant

•    Pharmacy Technician

•    Medical billing

•    YouthBuild

The Randolph Center also offers basic and secondary computer training, as well as life skills and employment assistance.  Job training and placement applicants must pass an entrance test and present the following documentation:

•    State ID or driver’s license

•    Birth certificate

•    Social security card

•    Current Public Aid medical card

•    Current Public Aid benefit information

Adult Education

In addition to the Randolph Center, Prologue conducts GED preparation at our Social & Educational Services headquarters (5244 N. Lakewood Ave., Chicago IL 60640) and Howard Brown Youth Center (3179 N. Broadway Ave., Chicago IL 60657).  Howard Brown provides a friendly environment for lesbian, bi-sexual, gay, and transgender individuals.

S&ES also teaches English as a second language and assists with immigration-related needs.  The director and some instructors are fluent in Spanish.

The GED and ESL classes are open to anyone 17 or older. GED students under 18 must present proof of separation from high school.  Applicants may be asked to show:    
•    State ID or driver’s license
•    Proof of residency
•    Social security card

Health and Quality of Life

HIV-positive women 18 and older can receive support services as well as group and individual counseling through the Ryan White/ Living Life Through Positive Change program (9035 S. Langley Ave., Chicago IL 60619). 

The NightMoves Mobile Outreach Winnebago travels throughout the city to provide HIV prevention and support services for transgendered individuals and sex workers.  (Administrative offices are located 9035 S. Langley Ave., Chicago IL 60619).