More than one way to move forward.
Explore career and education exam practice. We will confirm the exact exam and available materials before enrollment.
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Healthcare
Practice alongside your healthcare training or prepare for an upcoming knowledge exam.
Nurse aide (CNA), phlebotomy, medical assisting (CCMA)
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HVAC & skilled trades
Review technical knowledge for a trades credential and focus on the topics that need work.
EPA 608; NCCER core, electrical, HVAC and welding
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Commercial driving
Build familiarity with written knowledge questions as you work toward commercial driving goals.
CDL written exam preparation
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IT & cybersecurity
Prepare for a technology certification with repeated practice, quizzes and explanations.
Selected CompTIA certification exams
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Food safety & hospitality
Practice food-safety knowledge and confirm the credential relevant to your workplace.
ServSafe exam preparation
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College & graduate study
Use exam practice as you prepare for college admission or a graduate program.
SAT, ACT, AP, GRE, GMAT and LSAT
Returning to learning? Start with the foundations.
Reading and math practice through TABE and selected CASAS options, plus GED preparation for high-school equivalency.
Exam practice supports your preparation. Required training, clinical work, driving instruction, official exams and certification are arranged separately. Availability and exam versions are confirmed before activation.
The tools to practice. With space to keep going.
Your personal online study license
Use your own account to practice independently at home or at the Lab.
Practice exams, quizzes & explanations
Repeat practice, review feedback and focus on the subjects you need to strengthen.
A Harlem study space, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Use the center on scheduled study days. Confirm the available days before your first visit.
Study partners & community
Meet people working toward their own goals. Form study groups and share progress.
Help getting started
Choose a starting point, set up your study account and make a plan for your time.
STUDY & CAREER MEMBERSHIP
$100
/ month
Online practice + access to the Lab. Your personal study license is included.
We will confirm your exam, learning needs and study-day availability before activation.
10 a.m.–2 p.m. on scheduled days
407 W 145th Street, Lower Level Harlem, New York 10031
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Tell us your goal.
Choose an exam or explore a starting point with HCL.
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Get your study access.
After enrollment, receive your personal login and setup instructions.
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Build your routine.
Practice at home, join study hours and connect with fellow learners.
Self-directed study tools and a shared study space. Tutoring, instructor-led classes and Thursday panels are booked separately. Official exam and certification costs, where applicable, are separate.
Before you get started.
Can I study from home?
Yes. Your personal login lets you practice independently on a compatible internet-connected device. HCL study hours are available on scheduled days.
Is a teacher included?
Membership centers on independent practice, setup help and a shared study environment. Instructor-led classes, individual tutoring and Thursday panels are booked separately.
What if English is not my first language?
Tell HCL your preferred learning language. We will confirm suitable materials before enrollment and discuss other learning resources when needed.
Do I need my own device?
Plan to bring a compatible laptop or tablet. If you need a device, contact HCL before enrolling so we can discuss what is available.
Which goals can I work toward?
Explore healthcare, skilled trades, commercial driving, IT, food safety or college entrance exam practice, as well as reading, math and high-school-equivalency preparation.
Does membership include a certificate?
It covers practice and study access. Official exams, certifications and any required hands-on training are arranged separately with the relevant provider.
What if I do not know where to begin?
Take the starting-point check or speak with HCL. We will discuss your goal and whether available practice is a suitable next step.
Which days can I use the Lab?
Study hours are 10 a.m.–2 p.m. on scheduled study days. HCL will confirm the weekly schedule before enrollment and your first visit.
Your next chapter deserves a place.
Online study tools. A Harlem community. $100 a month.
Your next chapter starts with you.
A new career. A return to school. A certification. A fresh start. Explore your goals and discover a starting point that fits your life.
Free to explore. No account required.