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WCG-Clinical Medical Assistant

HLTH 6400051
Section Code: WC01
This class will provide you with the skills and knowledge necessary to earn the CMA certification through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). This class combines with the Nurse Aide class to form the Patient Care Technician program. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 22, 2025 End Date: Aug 07, 2025
Community College: Rappahannock
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WCG – Nurse Aid Training Program

HLTH 6400003
Section Code: GL02
C.N.A. Training Program Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 20, 2025 End Date: Aug 12, 2025
Community College: Rappahannock
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WCG-Clinical Medical Assistant

HLTH 6400051
Section Code: GL01
This class will provide you with the skills and knowledge necessary to earn the CMA certification through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). This class combines with the Nurse Aide class to form the Patient Care Technician program. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 21, 2025 End Date: Aug 06, 2025
Community College: Rappahannock
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Nurse Aide (FF)

HLTH 4020230
Section Code: 74FF
Nurse aides play a vital role in the healthcare team and are in critical shortage in our community! Work alongside nurses and physicians in a variety of inpatient and outpatient care settings such as long-term care facilities, hospitals, medical offices, clinics and home settings. Instructional topics include quality resident care, personal care skills, basic nursing skills, applying nutrition and hydration, recognizing and preventing opioid and substance abuse, professional workplace behavior, ethics and the legal aspects of health care. Students gain hands-on experience in taking and documenting vital signs, infection control... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 05, 2025 End Date: Nov 25, 2025
Community College: Piedmont Virginia
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EKG Technician (FF)

HLTH 4020236
Section Code: 79FF
This program provides students with the knowledge and skills to administer cardiac tests in a medical office or hospital. Topics include cardiac anatomy and physiology, disease processes, taking and documenting vital signs, principles of electrocardiography, monitoring and stress testing, professional workplace behavior, ethics and the legal aspects of health care. Students gain hands-on experience in EKG equipment setup, proper 12-lead placement, conducting and interpreting EKGs, applying Holter monitors and other clinical practices. Students must successfully complete ten (10) EKGs to demonstrate skill competency. Upon successful completion of this program, students... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 14, 2025 End Date: Sep 23, 2025
Community College: Piedmont Virginia
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Commercial Driver’s – Class A Tractor Trailer (FF)

AUTO 5080033
Section Code: 72FF
Skilled drivers are in high demand! Begin your new career supporting the supply chain and have the flexibility to work locally, regionally or nationally. Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL) holders are qualified to operate tractor-trailers, truck and trailer combinations, dump trucks, straight trucks, ready mix trucks, and waste management trucks – essentially any commercial vehicle on the road with exception of passenger vehicles that require a CDL. Training program consists of classroom instruction, equipment and safety checks, manual shifting skills, range practice in various backing maneuvers, and on-the-road driving.... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 18, 2025 End Date: Oct 09, 2025
Community College: Piedmont Virginia
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Phlebotomy Technician (FF)

HLTH 4020234
Section Code: 80FF
This program prepares students to work in a medical office, clinic or hospital lab and collect blood specimens from patients for the purpose of laboratory analysis. Topics include anatomy and physiology of the circulatory and lymphatic systems, infection control, blood collection procedures, puncture methods, specimen handling, professional workplace behavior, ethics and the legal aspects of health care. Students will gain hands-on experience in all aspects of blood collection. Students must successfully complete thirty (30) venipunctures and ten (10) capillary sticks at an offsite clinical externship experience to demonstrate skill competency.... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 18, 2025 End Date: Oct 27, 2025
Community College: Piedmont Virginia
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Clinical Medical Assistant (FF)

HLTH 4020238
Section Code: 84FF
Prepare for a rewarding career as a clinical medical assistant! This program prepares students to assist physicians in a medical office, health center or hospital. Topics include preparing patients for examination and treatment, routine laboratory procedures, infection control, diagnostic testing, the proper use and administration of medications, taking and documenting vital signs, professional workplace behavior, ethics and the legal aspects of health care. Students may opt to register for an optional externship experience in a local physician’s office upon successful completion of this course; additional fees apply. Upon successful completion... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 18, 2025 End Date: Dec 05, 2026
Community College: Piedmont Virginia
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Commercial Driver’s – Class A Tractor Trailer (FF)

AUTO 5080033
Section Code: 75FF
Skilled drivers are in high demand! Begin your new career supporting the supply chain and have the flexibility to work locally, regionally or nationally. Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL) holders are qualified to operate tractor-trailers, truck and trailer combinations, dump trucks, straight trucks, ready mix trucks, and waste management trucks – essentially any commercial vehicle on the road with exception of passenger vehicles that require a CDL. Training program consists of classroom instruction, equipment and safety checks, manual shifting skills, range practice in various backing maneuvers, and on-the-road driving.... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Sep 08, 2025 End Date: Oct 23, 2025
Community College: Piedmont Virginia
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Clinical Medical Assistant (FF)

HLTH 4020238
Section Code: 85FF
Prepare for a rewarding career as a clinical medical assistant! This program prepares students to assist physicians in a medical office, health center or hospital. Topics include preparing patients for examination and treatment, routine laboratory procedures, infection control, diagnostic testing, the proper use and administration of medications, taking and documenting vital signs, professional workplace behavior, ethics and the legal aspects of health care. Students may opt to register for an optional externship experience in a local physician’s office upon successful completion of this course; additional fees apply. Upon successful completion... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Oct 07, 2025 End Date: Mar 31, 2026
Community College: Piedmont Virginia
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Commercial Driver’s – Class A Tractor Trailer (FF)

AUTO 5080033
Section Code: 71FF
Skilled drivers are in high demand! Begin your new career supporting the supply chain and have the flexibility to work locally, regionally or nationally. Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL) holders are qualified to operate tractor-trailers, truck and trailer combinations, dump trucks, straight trucks, ready mix trucks, and waste management trucks – essentially any commercial vehicle on the road with exception of passenger vehicles that require a CDL. Training program consists of classroom instruction, equipment and safety checks, manual shifting skills, range practice in various backing maneuvers, and on-the-road driving.... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Oct 13, 2025 End Date: Dec 04, 2025
Community College: Piedmont Virginia
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Commercial Driver’s – Class A Tractor Trailer (FF)

AUTO 5080033
Section Code: 73FF
Skilled drivers are in high demand! Begin your new career supporting the supply chain and have the flexibility to work locally, regionally or nationally. Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL) holders are qualified to operate tractor-trailers, truck and trailer combinations, dump trucks, straight trucks, ready mix trucks, and waste management trucks – essentially any commercial vehicle on the road with exception of passenger vehicles that require a CDL. Training program consists of classroom instruction, equipment and safety checks, manual shifting skills, range practice in various backing maneuvers, and on-the-road driving.... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Nov 03, 2025 End Date: Dec 18, 2025
Community College: Piedmont Virginia
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Commercial Driver’s License: Class A Truck Driver Training

TRNS 3850018
Section Code: CC05
Get your CDL license in as little as four weeks and get started on one of the most in-demand careers in the country. The CDL: Class A (E Restriction – Automatic Shift) Truck Driver Training curriculum teaches students how to inspect and operate tractor trailers and to assume driver responsibilities on the road and at pickup/delivery points. This program prepares students to sit for the Virginia CDL examination. Emphasis is placed on the following: vehicle inspections defensive driving range maneuvers motor carrier safety regulations trip planning cargo handling size/weight laws... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Nov 24, 2025 End Date: Dec 18, 2025
Community College: Patrick & Henry
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IT Specialist: Artificial Intelligence

ITEC 2190002
Section Code: 32E
This is a FastForward Program: FastForward programs are short-term training courses for industry credentials in high-demand jobs. Eligible Virginia residents may pay only one-third (1/3) of the full tuition cost. To qualify, you must meet the Virginia domicile requirements. Virginia domicile means you have lived in Virginia and intended to stay here indefinitely for at least one year before the date of application. A domicile determination form will be part of your registration process. Additional financial assistance is available to offset some or all of the FastForward tuition costs. Complete... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 29, 2025 End Date: Aug 28, 2025
Community College: Northern Virginia
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Nurse Aide Training

HLTH 3850090
Section Code: CC01
Students learn basic nurse aide care skills with emphasis on the physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs of patients. Covers procedures, communication, and interpersonal relations; observation, charting, and reporting; safety and infection control; anatomy and physiology; personal care, nutrition, and patient feeding; death and dying. Prepares students for the Virginia NNAAP certification exam. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jun 02, 2025 End Date: Jul 24, 2025
Community College: Patrick & Henry
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Nurse Aide Training Program

HLTH 3850092
Section Code: CC01
Students learn basic nurse aide care skills with emphasis on the physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs of patients. Covers procedures, communication, and interpersonal relations; observation, charting, and reporting; safety and infection control; anatomy and physiology; personal care, nutrition, and patient feeding; death and dying. Program includes CPR training and a 48-hour clinical that provides guided nurse aide experiences for practicing skills in the clinical setting. Length: 156 Course Hours (In-Person) Potential Certifications: Students who successfully complete the program will have the opportunity to earn CPR certification and will be eligible... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jun 02, 2025 End Date: Jul 24, 2025
Community College: Patrick & Henry
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Nurse Aide Clinical

HLTH 3850091
Section Code: CC01
Applies theory through laboratory experiences for health care technicians to work in home health, long and short-term facilities. Provides guided nurse aide experiences for practicing skills in the clinical setting. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Nurse Aide Training. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jun 26, 2025 End Date: Jul 15, 2025
Community College: Patrick & Henry
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AWS Cloud Practitioner

ITEC 2040061
Section Code: 31E
This is a FastForward Program: FastForward programs are short-term training courses for industry credentials in high-demand jobs. Eligible Virginia residents may pay only one-third (1/3) of the full tuition cost. To qualify, you must meet the Virginia domicile requirements. Virginia domicile means you have lived in Virginia and intended to stay here indefinitely for at least one year before the date of application. A domicile determination form will be part of your registration process. Additional financial assistance is available to offset some or all of the FastForward tuition costs. Complete... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jun 12, 2025 End Date: Jul 08, 2025
Community College: Northern Virginia
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Intermediate Work Zone Traffic Control Training

TRNS 3900004
Section Code: 43
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to determine and correctly apply the traffic control devices needed to safely and effectively protect workers, motorists, and pedestrians in a work zone application using standard references.
Start Date: Jun 05, 2025 End Date: Jun 06, 2025
Community College: Mountain Empire
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NCCER Core

EDUC 2200035
Section Code: 4
Covers basic knowledge and requirements needed in the construction trades. Introduces use of tools and equipment, with emphasis on construction safety, including personal and tool safety. Provides a working introduction to basic blueprint reading and fundamentals of construction mathematics.
Start Date: Jun 09, 2025 End Date: Jun 12, 2025
Community College: Mountain Empire
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CompTIA Project+ Prep and Certification

ITEC 3100567
Section Code: 1092
This is a G3 FastForward Grant Program: These programs are short-term training courses resulting in industry credentials for high-demand professions in our region. If you have been a Virginia resident for at least the past 12 months, you may be able to take this class for 1/3 of the full cost (FastForward price) or at $0 cost if you qualify for G3. See our G3 Financial Assistance Grant information. Please contact our office via phone (540-868-7021) or email WorkforceAID@LaurelRidge.edu prior to registering. CompTIA Project+ Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $2,199 FastForward... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Sep 09, 2025 End Date: Oct 09, 2025
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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CDL-A Weekday Class

TRNS 8020003
Section Code: 1282
This is a FastForward Grant Program: These programs are short-term training courses resulting in industry credentials for high-demand professions in our region. If you have been a Virginia resident for at least the past 12 months, you may be able to take this class for 1/3 of the full cost (FastForward price). If you need additional financial assistance, see our Workforce Financial Assistance Grant information or contact our office via phone (540-868-7021) or email WorkforceAID@LaurelRidge.edu prior to registering. Commercial Drivers License CDL-A Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $6,000 FastForward Price: $2,000... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Nov 24, 2025 End Date: Dec 18, 2025
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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Applied Mechanical Systems

ENGR 5050089
Section Code: 1340
Students will learn the installation, use, maintenance, and troubleshooting of mechanical drive components and systems. Instruction is divided into various topics which deal with these components as they are encountered in industry. Learning is based on practical, hands-on tasks to build knowledge on operating and maintaining these vital systems. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 07, 2025 End Date: Aug 11, 2025
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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Mechatronics: Fundamentals of Robotics

BLDG 5050086
Section Code: 1338
This is a G3 FastForward Grant Program: These programs are short-term training courses resulting in industry credentials for high-demand professions in our region. If you have been a Virginia resident for at least the past 12 months, you may be able to take this class for 1/3 of the full cost (FastForward price) or at $0 cost if you qualify for G3. See our G3 Financial Assistance Grant information. Please contact our office via phone (540-868-7021) or email WorkforceAID@LaurelRidge.edu prior to registering. Mechatronics Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $1,797 FastForward Price:... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 27, 2025 End Date: Jul 03, 2025
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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Electrical Level 2

ELEC 6150009
Section Code: 1525
This is a G3 FastForward Grant Program: These programs are short-term training courses resulting in industry credentials for high-demand professions in our region. If you have been a Virginia resident for at least the past 12 months, you may be able to take this class for 1/3 of the full cost (FastForward price) or at $0 cost if you qualify for G3. See our G3 Financial Assistance Grant information. Please contact our office via phone (540-868-7021) or email workforce@laureleridge.edu prior to registering. Electrical Level 2 Apprenticeship Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price:... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Sep 02, 2025 End Date: Feb 10, 2026
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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