FALL 2026 Community Education
Community education is to promote learning and social development. A common defining feature is that programs and activities are developed to community interests. The purpose of community education is to develop relationships among individuals with similar interests. These classes are open to the community to learn hobbies and various skills.
Classes are on a first come basis. You may sign up at ACT's office during normal business hours Monday - Thursday from 7am to 6pm and Friday from 7am to 2pm.
Fall 2026 Class List
Monday
Forklift Certification
This class will consist of a classroom portion with a written test and a practical portion with an operational test. Safety, inspection and operation of a forklift will be covered. The first day will be classroom and the second day will be practical and operations. After successful completion students will receive an operator's license good for three years.
Instructor is West Virginia Department of Labor/OSHA Certified.
Class will meet on Monday and Wednesday 5:00pm to 7:00pm on October 5 and 7.
Class cost is $25.
Photography
This is an entry level course designed to learn about digital cameras, lens, and terminology. Students will use their digital cameras to take pictures and learn how the camera and lens work together to change or manipulate the result. Class will meet on Mondays 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm for 6 weeks starting September 28. Class cost is $45.
Yoga
A friendly and supportive beginner yoga class designed for people with little or no yoga experience. We will focus on basic yoga poses, gentle stretches, proper alignment, balance, and relaxation. No flexibility is required! We are about moving at your own pace and becoming more comfortable with yoga.
Students need to be able to sit and lie on the floor. Get up from the floor with little to no assistance.
Students will bring a yoga mat or towel, comfortable clothing that allows for movement and a drink to stay hydrated. Class will meet on Mondays 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm for 6 weeks starting September 28. Class cost is $45.
Tuesday
Beginning Crochet
In this beginner-friendly crochet class students will complete the project to create a cotton dishcloth. Students will learn how to hold a crochet hook, make a slip knot, chain stitch, and master basic stiches like single and double crochet while completing a practical, handmade item to take home.
Class will meet on Tuesdays 5:00pm to 7:30pm for 6 weeks starting September 29. Class cost is $45 with $10 supply cost for a total of $55. We provide the supplies!
First Aid/CPR/Stop the Bleed
The first week sessions - CPR for the Healthcare Provider (you do not have to be a healthcare provider; this is just a little more in-depth CPR training) - will cover Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider. This includes; Scene size-up and safety, personal protective equipment, recognizing an emergency, assessing a victim, delivering cardiopulmonary resuscitation, treating an airway obstruction, AED usage and more for adults, children and infants. Following evaluation, participants will receive certification in CPR for the Healthcare Provider via the Emergency Care and Safety Institute. (ECSI)
The second week sessions - First Aid - will consist of Basic First Aid training. Participants will learn how to provide immediate, temporary care for injuries and illnesses until professional help arrives. Skills include recognition of medical and traumatic emergencies, basic bleeding control, wound care, splinting, providing care for sudden illness, and more. Following evaluation, participants will receive certification in First Aid via the Emergency Care and Safety Institute. (ECI)
The third sessions -Stop the Bleed - will be training in Stop the Bleed, a course produced by The American College of Surgeons that consist of recognizing and controlling life threatening bleeding. Participants will receive a certification from ACS in Stop the Bleed.
All sessions will involve hands on skills application.