ABOUT US
The Armstrong Center for Community Learning (ACCL) connects people to resources to enhance lifelong learning. The ACCL is located in Ford City, PA and serves Armstrong County and the greater Pittsburgh region.
The ACCL's core programs include online and in-class programs empowering learners of all levels the ability to expand their knowledge base and reach for new opportunities. The ACCL offers programs tailored to learners’ needs using Edmentum courses.
The ACCL test center offers a variety of certification and licensure opportunities for residents of southwestern PA, including high school equivalency (GED or HiSET), NREMT, PA State Police, PA Educator Certification, CompTIA, PA Cosmetology & Barber, Microsoft, etc. Additionally, we offer College Level Examination Program (CLEP) testing and TEAS testing for nursing students. Testing partners include Pearson VUE, PSI, Assessment Technologies Institute and ETS.
Additionally, the ACCL operates the Outdoor Discovery Center at Crooked Creek which offers nature and environmental educational programs for children and adults.
Upcoming Events:
2025 Rural Roots Agriculture Summer Camp - CLICK HERE FOR DETAILED INFORMATION.
Pearson VUE Testing: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays from 9:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m., Tuesdays & Thursdays from 12:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Pearson VUE candidates must register for their exam through Pearson VUE before arriving at the ACCL.
PSI Testing: Tuesdays & Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. PSI candidates must register for their exam through PSI before arriving at the ACCL.
HiSET Testing: Tuesdays & Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. HiSET candidates must register for their exam through PSI before arriving at the ACCL.
CLEP Testing: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays from 9:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m., Tuesdays & Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. CLEP candidates must contact the ACCL to schedule their exam by calling 724-543-2599 ext. 222.
TEAS Testing: Tuesdays & Thursdays beginning at 8:30 a.m. TEAS candidates must register for their exam through ATI before arriving at the ACCL.
Seton Testing: Available upon request.
GED & HiSET Preparatory Classes with ARIN I.U. 28 every Tuesday and Thursday at 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. in the ACCL classroom. Call us to register 724-543-2599 ext. 221.
TEAS Preparatory Classes for students entering nursing school, taught by instructors from ARIN I.U. 28 every Tuesday and Thursday at 12:30 p.m. in the ACCL classroom. Call us to register 724-543-2599 ext. 233.
Pennsylvania State Symbols Children's Program (Remake Learning Event) - May 22, 2025
Nature & Wellness: Forest Bathing - May 22, 2025
Stump Stories - Children's Storytime - June 3, 2025
Yoga on the ODC Lawn - Tuesdays during June 2025
8 Test Preparation Tips for Before, During, and After Online Exams
DONATION CENTER
There are many ways to support the ACCL and its programs. Your donation to the Armstrong Center for Community Learning is an investment in the future of our community. Your donations help us succeed in our vision to be a valued asset and respected partner of the educational community meeting the needs our region's life long learners as well as helping to strengthen the workforce, promote innovative technologies, classes, instructors, degrees, certifications, programs, classrooms, equipment and learning, for students right here in our community.
