Academy of Careers and Technology

Are you ready to launch a career that's always in high demand? Join the Academy of Careers and Technology’s Journeyman Plumber program—starting August 26th, 2026!

Tap into a top-earning field—and here’s the best part: If you’re a West Virginia resident, it is absolutely FREE!

ACT is ranked among the Top 100 Vocational Schools in America by USA Today and the TOP West Virginia Vocational School. Get hands-on experience, flexible evening classes, and real-world skills that lead directly to secure, high-paying jobs.

Don’t wait—help fill the vacancies and build your future today! Visit www.wvact.net/plumbing or call 304-256-4615.

The Academy of Careers and Technology—your path to a brighter tomorrow!

We’re Hiring!

The Academy of Careers and Technology is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our team as a Practical Nursing Instructor!

Qualifications:

• Valid WV RN License OR multistate compact license from PSOR
• 3 years (6,000 hours) of recent wage-earning experience as a registered professional nurse

Make an impact by shaping the next generation of nurses!

If interested, please send email to [email protected] or please share this post with someone who might be the perfect fit!

🟧 Attention Cosmetology Applicants! 🟧

Due to an overwhelming response the last day to take the TABE exam for the Cosmetology program is now June 12, 2026.

🗓️ Be sure to request your TABE before this date to secure your spot by clicking the following link:
https://www.wvact.net/request-tabe-exam

Questions? Contact us at 304-256-4615 for more information or assistance.

🟧 Don’t miss out—mark your calendar! 🟧

TABE Request | ACT The Academy of Careers and Technology and Raleigh County Schools is committed to making our electronic and information technologies accessible. If you need assistance with accessible website content, please Email. 

🟧 Attention Cosmetology Applicants! 🟧

The last day to take the TABE exam for the Cosmetology program is June 12, 2026.

🗓️ Be sure to request your TABE before this date to secure your spot by clicking the following link:
https://www.wvact.net/request-tabe-exam

Questions? Contact us at 304-256-4615 for more information or assistance.

🟧 Don’t miss out—mark your calendar! 🟧

TABE Request | ACT The Academy of Careers and Technology and Raleigh County Schools is committed to making our electronic and information technologies accessible. If you need assistance with accessible website content, please Email. 

Attention former Phlebotomy Technician graduates. Mrs. Rollins has been contacted by several agencies looking for phlebotomists in the following locations:

Lewisburg
Mullens
Princeton
Oak Hill

For more information contact Mrs. Rollins at [email protected]

Attention present and past graduates!

AccessHealth is hiring LPNs and Medical Assistants.

If you’re ready to make an impact in patient care and grow with a team that serves the community, this is your chance to apply.

View open positions and apply here: https://vist.ly/55tu2

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Congratulations ACT Graduates!

Here's the link to our graduation photos! Thank you Karen Akers for capturing this special evening!

www.mpix.com

ACT's graduation is Thursday May 28th at 6:00 pm at the Raleigh County Convention Center. Here is the link to watch graduation live if you are unable to attend in person.

ACT 2026 Graduation Ceremony Academy of Careers and Technology Graduation CeremonyBeckley, WV

The following students were the 2025-26 Raleigh County Career and Technical Governor’s Workforce Credential recipients. Our ceremony was held Tuesday, May 26, 2026 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:
Jacob James- Accounting & Finance, Business Enterprise, Information Management
Aiden Keffer- Management & Administrative Support
Haley Link- Business Enterprise

Shady Spring High School:
Russell Bolen- Agribusiness Systems, Natural Resources Management
Avary Bragg- Business Enterprise
Bryce Collins- Plant Systems
Jackson McClain- Pre-Engineering
Cass Pugh- Pre-Engineering

Woodrow Wilson High School:
Jennifer Tran- Financial Management

Academy of Careers and Technology:
Brandon Haga- Automotive Technology
Phillip McDowell- Automotive Technology
Tucker Wray-Automotive Technology
Dyllon Reno- Carpentry
Kennedy Acord- Dental Assisting
Austin Okes- Diesel Equipment Technology
Kaiden Helmer- Electrical Technician
Alexander Hensley- Electrical Technician
Brayden Keith- Electrical Technician
Jackson Pack- Electrical Technician
Madison Shrewsbury- Law & Public Safety
Sofie Blackburn- Medical Assisting
Haley Cantley- Medical Assisting
Bella Kincaid- Medical Assisting
Emilee-Sue Lilly- Medical Assisting
Daniella Whiting- Medical Assisting
Payton Campbell- ProStart Restaurant Management
Bethany Sturgill- ProStart Restaurant Management
Abigail Atterson- Therapeutic Services
Lena Wilkinson- Therapeutic Services
Owen Bowyer- Welding
Garrett Simpson- Welding