Reading Area Community College

Reading Area Community College (RACC) is an accredited, comprehensive, open-enrollment education institution that provides the following: Associate degree, Certificate and Diploma Programs; career-focused training; transitional coursework; skills training for business and industry; personal enrichment programs and public service activities. Sponsored by Berks County, the College provides affordable access to meet identified community educational needs.

Students from every age, race, religion and many different countries throughout the world choose to study here. Those who are seeking degrees at the college are attracted to programs like nursing, respiratory care, criminal justice and business. Other people pursue individual courses to brush up on a skill or interest, or pursue certification in a variety of subjects. The Community Education/Workforce Development division offers programs like dental assisting, home health aide, veterinary assisting and GED preparation.

The College plays an important part in the business community as well. The Schmidt Training and Technology Center provides training in senior leadership, manufacturing technology, information technology, workplace readiness and workplace literacy. RACC also partners with other community organizations to enhance the economic vitality of the city and county.

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• Suzanne Christie
  Tutoring coordinator
• Ken Dearstyne
  Senior VP of Finance & Admin Services
• Dave Hessen
  Director of Marketing & Communications
• Kay Litman
  Dean of Enrollment Management
• Heather McFadden
  Business & Professional Development Specialist
  Phone: (610) 372-4721 x5701
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• Michael Nagel
  VP & Exec Dir of Foundation for RACC
• Cindy Seaman
  Dean of Instruction
• Cathleen Stephen
  Director, Miller Center for the Arts
• Sandy Strause
  Executive Administrative Assistant to the President