Hiram G. Andrews Center Receives National Accreditation Renewal

HARRISBURG, Pa., Aug. 27 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Department of Labor &
Industry Acting Secretary Sandi Vito today announced that the Commonwealth
Technical Institute at Hiram G. Andrews Center, HGAC, in Johnstown, has
received a renewal of accreditation from the Accrediting Commission of Career
Schools and Colleges of Technology, or ACCSCT. Educational training programs
at the center are now accredited through October 2012.

"The renewal of accreditation proves that the Commonwealth Technical Institute
at HGAC adheres to or exceeds the highest educational standards," Vito said.
"All of the students and staff at the institute share in this honor, and I
certainly commend them for their hard work on a well-deserved achievement."

The Commonwealth Technical Institute underwent a thorough re-accreditation
review in June 2007. The ACCSCT is recognized by the U.S. Department of
Education as a private, non-profit, independent accrediting agency. The
institute, which primarily serves students with disabilities, offers seven
degree programs and 11 diploma programs in areas of study including
architectural drafting, computer servicing technology, business retail sales,
nursing assistant and small engine and equipment repair.

HGAC is a barrier-free environment offering comprehensive rehabilitative
services, including education, counseling, evaluation, physical restoration
and interactive job-skills training. It is one of eight state-owned and
operated comprehensive rehabilitation facilities in the nation.

More information about the Hiram G. Andrews Center is available online at:
www.dli.state.pa.us, keyword: HGAC.

CONTACT: Justin Fleming
(717) 787-7530

SOURCE Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry

Justin Fleming of Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry,
+1-717-787-7530