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Come join us for the Festival of Trees
December 16 from 5 pm to 8 pm
WV RESIDENTS CAN ATTEND
ONE OF THE TOP 100
VOCATIONAL SCHOOLS IN AMERICA TOTALLY FREE
At the Academy of Careers and Technology, we are committed to providing our students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in their chosen careers. This recognition highlights the efforts of our outstanding educators, whose innovative teaching methods and unwavering dedication have been instrumental in our students' success.
We are honored by USA Today for recognizing the Academy of Careers and Technology as one of America’s Top 100 Vocational Schools and West Virginia’s Top Career and Technical Education Center. This esteemed acknowledgment serves as a testament to the hard work, dedication, and passion of our entire educational community. We remain dedicated to fostering an educational environment that nurtures talent and encourages lifelong learning.
Thank you once again, USA Today, for this prestigious honor. We are proud to be recognized among America’s Top Vocational Schools and excited about the future possibilities this inspires.
With sincere gratitude,
Kevin Bolen Adult Education Coordinator Academy of Careers and Technology
Preparing
students for
their future
Located at 390 Stanaford Rd. Beckley, WV
Office Hours: Monday-Thursday 7 am to 8 pm
Friday 7 am to 2:30 pm
TABE Testing Information for Spring Programs
TABE testing has begun for the following programs starting very soon:
Phlebotomy Technician starting in February 2026
Plumber Technician starting in January 2026
Truck Driving (CDL Class A) testing is ongoing throughout the year
To request a test date use the link below.
https://www.wvact.net/request-tabe-exam
To see the steps to apply to these above programs visit https://www.wvact.net/adult-only-programs and click on the link for the check sheet for the program you are interested in.
Commercial Driving Accepting
New Students
The Commercial Driving program begins new classes throughout the year. We have two class options a daytime and an evening program now.
ACT has funding available to allow WV residents to obtain a new career for FREE. When you start class between May 1, 2024 and April 30, 2026. This includes tuition, fees and books. This funding is available to all WV residents who complete their *FAFSA and the HEAPS application.
*as required to cover the entire length of your program
The first step in the enrollment process is to request a free TABE exam:
https://www.wvact.net/request-tabe-exam
After you fill out the TABE link you should receive an email with test information. If you do not receive an email within a few days check your junk folder. Many students say this email goes to their junk folder for some reason.
Prior to registering students must:
Follow enrollment check sheet for your program
If you have any further questions call the school at 304-256-4615
Students Place at HOSA International Leadership Conference
Congratulations to the following Practical Nursing students who competed at HOSA’s International Leadership Conference held in Nashville, TN June 18th through 21st.
Spencer Hawkins Top 10 Prepared Speaking
Austin Hawkins 3rd Place Medical Spelling
Amiya Hancock Top 10 Medical Reading
Amber Richmond Top 10 Dental Terminology
NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
The Raleigh County Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, age, religion, disability, marital status, or national origin in its educational practices, activities, or employment practices.
RCBOE Policy: C.1.3 Racial, Religious, Ethnic Harassment
RCBOE Policy: C.1.3A Sexual Harassment and Discrimination
The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Theresa Lewis
Director of Pupil Services
Title IX Coordinator and Title II Officer
105 Adair Street
Beckley, WV 25801
Telephone: (304) 256-4500 extension 3307
The Academy of Careers and Technology does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, age, religion, disability, marital status, or national origin in its educational practices, activities, or employment practices.
RCBOE Policy: C.1.3 Racial, Religious, Ethnic Harassment
RCBOE Policy: C.1.3A Sexual Harassment and Discrimination
The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Theresa Lewis
Director of Pupil Services
Title IX Coordinator and Title II Officer
105 Adair Street
Beckley, WV 25801
Telephone: (304) 256-4500 extension 3307
The Academy of Careers and Technology is accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education:
Council on Occupational Education
7840 Roswell Road
Building 300, Suite 325
Atlanta, GA 30350
770-396-3898
http://www.council.org
ACT Signs Articulation Agreement With Bluefield State University
The Academy of Careers and Technology signed an articulation agreement with Bluefield State University for 9 hours of college credit for students in Computer Aided Drafting and Design and Pre-Engineering upon program completion and enrollment into Bluefield State University. In attendance were Charles Pack, Principal at ACT and CTE Director for Raleigh County Schools, Lauren Adkins, Computer Aided Drafting and Design and Pre-Engineering Instructor at ACT, Dr. Darrin Martin, President of Bluefield State University, Joey Hazelwood, Associate Professor of Engineering Management at Bluefield State University, and Dr. Ted Lewis, Chief Administrative Officer for the Beckley Center of Bluefield State University.
Governor's Workforce Credential
The following students were the 2024-25 Raleigh County Career and Technical Governor’s Workforce Credential recipients. Our ceremony was held Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 5:30 pm at our school. These students had to meet the following criteria to qualify fully for this credential:
Maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA from 9th-12th grade
Earn a minimum of one state-approved industry certification
Meet the Governor’s Workforce Credential cut-score on the NOCTI exam for their program
Achieve a 95% minimum score on the CTE portfolio
Attain a verified school attendance rate of 95% or higher their senior school year
Pass a minimum of 2 negative drug screenings (not less than 30 days apart)
We are so proud of the following students:
Independence High School
Accounting and Finance
Information Management
Management and Administrative Support
Arianna Hale
Shady Spring High School
Accounting and Finance
Nicholas Lilly
Information Management
Cole Harris
Pre-Engineering
Koen Ellis
Ayla Grace Hamrick
Sarah Harris
Jonas Masula
Woodrow Wilson High School
JROTC
Jerry Lin
Academy of Careers and Technology
Building Maintenance and Operations
Gavin Hazuka
Ryder Laws
Carpentry
James Heflin
Coding, AI and Game Design
Cole Harris
Alexander Starcher
Computer Systems Repair Technology
Kylie Snodgrass
Computer Aided Drafting and Design
Tennessee Frost
Ryan McMellon
Pre-Engineering
Tennessee Frost
Gabriel Kidd
Nicholas McGraw
Dental Assisting
Paige Atkins
Maddigan Clark
Electrical Technician
Bryce Hazuka
Kenneth Lawson
Matthew Tanner Smith
Caleb Tyler
Law and Public Safety
Ryan Collins
Shaelyn Kade
Medical Assisting/Advanced Medical Preparedness
Antonio Bartoli
Ciara Cadle
Bailey Meadows
Kirsten Miller
Katelyn Null
Therapeutic Services
Elizabeth Newsome
Welding
Bryce Covey
Caden Johnson
Chase Justice
Haydan McClaugherty
Greyson Miles
