PA Community Colleges

Pennsylvania is becoming an educational powerhouse, one credit at a time. Check out our 15 member community colleges to see how these programs are changing the game for our students!

ICYMI: The Shapiro Administration is investing another $7 million into dual-credit programs, bringing the total to $21 million. This means more high schoolers can take college courses at NO COST.

"This partnership reflects the strength of our statewide workforce development strategy." — Dr. Quintin Bullock, @PACCC Board Chair and @CCAC President #SkilledTrades #WorkforceDev #PA #Apprenticeships

The Goal: Prepare 300,000 skilled workers by 2030. The Plan: Implementing the proven MC3 curriculum through #PAWorks. The Impact: Bridging the gap in energy, tech, & manufacturing.

Yesterday was #NationalSkilledTradesDay! To mark the occasion, PA is leading the way with a NEW statewide partnership between @PACounties (PACCC) and @TradesFutures to launch apprenticeship-ready programs across all 15 community colleges!

What do Amy Tan, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Bryce Harper, George Lucas, Guy Fieri, Morgan Freeman, Queen Latifah, Steve Wozniak & Tom Hanks have in common? They all attended community colleges. No matter where you want to make your mark, a community college is a great start.

As AI and other innovations become more mainstream, employees need to be prepared with digital skills - and community colleges are a key component of that work. Learn how community colleges are arming students with skills for the future: bit.ly/4cSAh6X

Congratulations to Antonio, William, Roger, Amir, Manny, Anthony, Peter, Steven, Matthew, Mosta, Kenneth, Diavionne, Kionna, Devon, Henry, Chi, Miguel, Illia, and Michael on their graduation - and being the first cohort from the program.

Industry experts, including subject matter experts from BCCC, cover vital workplace skills and foundational knowledge in electrical, mechanical, fiber-optic, and data center operations. The 19 graduates have earned industry-required certificates, including AWS I2PA and OSHA 10.

Last Friday, @bucksccc celebrated its first pre-apprenticeship graduation for its @amazonwebservices Information Infrastructure program. The 4-week paid program prepares the workforce needed for the construction and operation of data centers and other info tech infrastructure.

It's always a privilege to recognize outstanding students!

We are proud to announce the CCAC students honored by the @pacommunitycoll (PACCC) as part of the organization’s annual All-Pennsylvania Academic Team. Congratulations, Wild Cats! 🐾

Congratulations to @CCAC student Aidan Hasson who was recognized by AAF Pittsburgh with a student gold Addy award for “Pittsburgh Steelheads.” Aidan was recognized at Pittsburgh’s American Advertising Awards show on April 16.

Affordable education is a right. A 6% increase in operating funds helps reduce barriers for all students; expand access to high-demand careers like healthcare and advanced manufacturing; & supports student services. Help us continue 60 years of advancing PA! #EquityInEducation

Member college @mccc has earned the 26-27 Military Friendly Schools designation. They exceeded thresholds for student recruitment, retention, academic progress, graduation rates, career placement, and support services for veterans. Read more: northpennnow.com/news/2026/apr/….

Community colleges are more than just classrooms—they are economic engines. By offering specialized credentials in high-demand fields like advanced manufacturing, healthcare, and IT, we're ensuring our workforce is ready for the "big bets" being placed on our region's future.

As the US 250th Anniversary is nearing, community colleges are also commemorating the occasion. This past week, Northampton Community College’s featured Annette Gordon-Reed who lectured on America’s 250-year history. The Valley Ledger covered the event: thevalleyledger.com/?p=148741.

Communities are safer because PA community colleges offer vital first responder training, often at a loss. Dedicated funding ensures our heroes have access to the cutting-edge training they need. #PublicSafety #FirstResponders #PACommunityColleges #InvestInSafety

Please enjoy the 7th Community College Conversations podcast with @ec3pa_ Dr. Chris Gray, Founding President: "Doing College Differently: Building a New Community College in Today's Higher Ed Landscape." tinyurl.com/TS1of1

April is the Month of the Young Child. Community colleges have an important role in meeting workforce needs for Pre-K and early childcare. PACCC colleges have graduated hundreds with degrees or certificates in childcare, pre K-4 early ed, ECE and early childhood intervention.