Virginia’s Community Colleges and FastForward are proud to support the commonwealth’s evolving workforce development initiatives, helping to build a stronger economy and connecting job seekers with high-demand careers.
In light of ongoing state-level investments and the launch of the Virginia Works initiative, we’re highlighting how Virginia is streamlining the job search process, along with opportunities for how you can launch an all-new, competitive career through FastForward.
Centralizing Support with Virginia Works
Virginia has officially launched its newest department, Virginia Works (the Department of Workforce Development and Advancement). By consolidating the state’s employment services, apprenticeship programs, and job training resources into a single powerhouse agency, Virginia Works makes it easier than ever for businesses to find talent and for workers to find stable careers.
The Impact of Virginiahasjobs.com
As part of this workforce push, the state’s premier portal, Virginiahasjobs.com, is constantly listing thousands of open roles across the commonwealth. The platform is designed to highlight the regions and industries experiencing the highest growth, making top-tier career paths highly visible to local job seekers.
High-Demand Roles Waiting for You
Current listings reveal a massive demand for skilled professionals in several key sectors. FastForward programs map directly to immediate openings, including:
- Healthcare Practitioners & Technicians: Hospitals and clinics across Virginia are heavily recruiting clinical medical assistants and phlebotomists.
- Information Technology Specialists: Cyber security analysts and network support specialists are needed to secure the commonwealth’s growing tech infrastructure.
- Skilled Trades: Welders, electricians, and HVAC technicians remain in high demand for major regional infrastructure projects.
Building the Future with FastForward
FastForward supports students across the state in gaining the exact credentials needed to land these positions. In just six to 12 weeks, you can gain the high-demand certifications required for the top roles currently featured on Virginiahasjobs.com.
Learn more about available FastForward training programs and find your campus here.