The Army Education Center's (AEC) mission is to vigorously promote lifelong learning opportunities, which will sharpen the competitive edge of the Army by providing and managing quality self-development programs and services.
Basic Skills Education Program (BSEP)
The Basic Skills Education Program (BSEP) is the Army’s primary on-duty education initiative designed to help Soldiers enhance their General Technical (GT) score. The program focuses on developing key skills in word knowledge, paragraph comprehension, and arithmetic reasoning.
Testing at the Education Center
Testing is by appointment only; please contact (804) 765-3570 to be scheduled.
Army Personnel Testing (APT) Examinations offered:
- Armed Forces Classification Test (AFCT)
- Defense Language Aptitude Battery (DLAB)
- Defense Language Proficiency Test (DLPT)
- Selection Instrument Flight Training (SIFT) **must have GT score of 110 or higher to test for SIFT**
- Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) Prep for TABE with Online Tools Training
Test Schedule
May 2026
June 2026
July 2026
August 2026
ArmyIgnitEd
Available 24/7 and provides online educational services.
ArmyIgnitEd automates many of the paper-based processes Soldiers historically conducted with an education counselor; common requests include:
- Tuition assistance (TA)
- Class enrollment, both classroom and distance learning
- Counseling requests (academic, vocational, or in/out processing)
- Military withdrawal questions and requests
- Recoupment
- Statement of Understanding
- Credentialing Assistance (CA):
- CA Program overview and information
- CA resources and policy
Visit ArmyIgnitEd to create an account, register, and use educational services.
Multi-Use Learning Facility
The MLF computer lab provides active duty, family members, and other on post employees access to a desktop computer system and printer, without the need of a common access card (CAC).
Phone:
(520) 673-5721
Hours:
Monday – Wednesday 0800 – 1545
Thursday 1300 – 1545
Closed federal holidays
On-Post Colleges/Universities
Discover Your Next Step with On‑Post Colleges! College courses are available right here at the Fort Lee Education Center—making your educational goals more accessible than ever. Stop by and speak with our on‑post college representatives from Central Texas College and University of Maryland Global Campus. They are ready to help you explore degree options, map out your path, and get started on achieving your academic ambitions.
Central Texas College
| Location | Office Hours | Contact Information |
|---|---|---|
| Bldg 12400 Rm 146A | Mon–Wed: 0800– 1600 Thurs: 1300–1600 Fri: 0800–1130 | Tracy Uzzell 804-765-3295 director.lee@ctcd.edu |
University of Maryland Global Campus
Course Schedule–Summer 2026, Session 1 (PDF)
Course Schedule–Summer 2026, Session 2 (PDF)
Register Waiver Fee
Website
Course Schedule–Summer 2026, Session 2 (PDF)
Register Waiver Fee
Website
| Location | Office Hours | Contact Information |
|---|---|---|
| Bldg 12400 Rm 105 | Mon–Wed & Fri: 0800–1600 Thurs: 1300–1600 | Kelly Tumlin 757-231-5680 kelly.tumlin@umgc.edu |
Links to colleges and Universities in the Community
- J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
- Brightpoint Community College
- Richard Bland College
- University of Richmond
- University of Virginia - Richmond campus or online
- Virginia Commonwealth University
- Virginia State University
- Virginia Tech - Richmond campus or online
- Virginia Union University
Useful Links
- ArmyIgnitEd
- Army COOL
- Joint Services Transcript
- DANTES Homepage for ACT, SAT, GRE, GMAT, PRAXIS
- Veterans Administration GI Bill
- Online Academic Preparation (GT Prep)
- Financial Aid (FAFSA)