NALC operates with a continual waiting list which means not all learners will be able to be served immediately. While you are waiting on our services, please consider contacting the following programs:
English Language Classes
MNPS Office of English Learners L.E.A.F Nights
Tennessee Immigrant and Refugee Rights Coalition (TIRRC)
Tennessee Language Center (TLC does charge a fee)
There is a free program at TLC called ESL To Go, but it is only open to refugees, approved asylees and SIVs who have been in the U.S. under 5 years.
Nashville International Center for Empowerment (NICE)
Belmont United Methodist Church ESL Classes
In Hermitage, TN: ESL Tulip Grove at Tulip Grove Baptist Church
Online English Programs
Literacy for Spanish Speakers
Leamos from ProLiteracy ($60 annual fee)
HISET/GED Programs
Nashville International Center for Empowerment (NICE)
Citizenship Classes
Nashville International Center for Empowerment (NICE)
Tennessee Immigrant and Refugee Rights Coalition (TIRRC)
Driving Lessons (Getting a Driver’s License)
Resources for Children of Learners
Other Resources