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NCCER General Carpentry

BLDG 3850097
Section Code: CC01
This program is designed to help students build general carpentry skills. Emphasis is placed on safety, new construction regulations, and best practices. Its modules cover topics such as: Orientation to Carpentry Building Materials & Fasteners Construction Plans & Documents Principles of Site and Building Layouts Floor Systems Wall Systems Roof Framing Basic Stair Layout Building Envelope Systems Format: Hybrid Length: 170 Course Hours (120 in-person / 50 online) Prerequisite: NCCER’s Core certification. Potential Certification: Upon successful completion of all modules in the curriculum, students will receive the NCCER (National Center for... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Mar 17, 2026 End Date: Jul 14, 2026
Community College: Patrick & Henry
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Nurse Aide Training

HLTH 3850109
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: Jan 12, 2026 End Date: May 04, 2026
Community College: Patrick & Henry
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Nurse Aide Training Program

HLTH 3850111
Section Code: CC01
*This course is set up for administrative purposes only; please disregard class schedule. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jan 12, 2026 End Date: May 04, 2026
Community College: Patrick & Henry
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Commercial Driver’s License: Class A Truck Driver Training

TRNS 3850098
Section Code: CC01
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: Jan 20, 2026 End Date: Feb 12, 2026
Community College: Patrick & Henry
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Medical Assistant Program; CCMA/Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Certification-WCG

HLTH 5600393
Section Code: 01FF
This course teaches clinical medical assistant students information, techniques, and procedures needed to assist patients and physicians. The main objective is to provide the students with a working knowledge of most aspects of the health care industry in community and institutional practice settings. Progressive learning takes place as new information and skill sets are studied throughout the course. Upon successful completion, graduates will be eligible to apply for registration as a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant in Virginia and be prepared to take the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Feb 03, 2026 End Date: Apr 07, 2026
Community College: New River
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Fiber Optics Installer (FOI) Certification

BLDG 5010017
Section Code: 31M
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: Nov 01, 2025 End Date: Dec 13, 2025
Community College: Northern Virginia
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AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate)

ITEC 2140003
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: Nov 04, 2025 End Date: Dec 11, 2025
Community College: Northern Virginia
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CompTIA® Network+

ITEC 2040005
Section Code: 31N
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: Nov 08, 2025 End Date: Dec 13, 2025
Community College: Northern Virginia
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CompTIA® Security+

ITEC 2040007
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: Nov 10, 2025 End Date: Dec 10, 2025
Community College: Northern Virginia
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CompTIA® Security+

ITEC 2040007
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: Dec 08, 2025 End Date: Dec 18, 2025
Community College: Northern Virginia
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Power Line Commercial Driver’s License Class A Endorsement

TRNS 3850080
Section Code: CC03
The Power Line CDL Class A Endorsement 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 take the Virginia CDL Class A Endorsement examination. Many of the vehicles that utility companies use while repairing power lines require a commercial driver’s license to operate. Emphasis is placed on the following: vehicle inspections defensive driving range maneuvers motor carrier safety regulations trip planning cargo handling size/weight laws general maintenance procedures hours of service... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Nov 10, 2025 End Date: Dec 04, 2025
Community College: Patrick & Henry
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Core-Introductory Craft Skills

BLDG 3850083
Section Code: CC01
This program introduces students to essential construction and manufacturing skills, the foundation of all craft programs. Successful completion of the Core curriculum is a prerequisite for any Level One craft certificate from NCCER. Core certification lays the groundwork for students to pursue an advanced training program in a specialty area like carpentry, heavy equipment operations, HVAC, plumbing, or power line worker. Its modules cover topics such as: Basic Construction Site Safety Introduction to Construction Math Introduction to Hand Tools Introduction to Power Tools Introduction to Construction Drawings Introduction to Basic... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Nov 19, 2025 End Date: Feb 18, 2026
Community College: Patrick & Henry
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Core-Introductory Craft Skills

BLDG 3850085
Section Code: CC01
This program introduces students to essential construction and manufacturing skills, the foundation of all craft programs. Successful completion of the Core curriculum is a prerequisite for any Level One craft certificate from NCCER. Core certification lays the groundwork for students to pursue an advanced training program in a specialty area like carpentry, heavy equipment operations, HVAC, plumbing, or power line worker. Its modules cover topics such as: Basic Construction Site Safety Introduction to Construction Math Introduction to Hand Tools Introduction to Power Tools Introduction to Construction Drawings Introduction to Basic... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Dec 11, 2025 End Date: Mar 12, 2026
Community College: Patrick & Henry
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Welding – GMAW – WCG

MANF 7040048
Section Code: 01FF
Students will learn Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), commonly known as MIG (Metal Inert Gas), methods and introductory print reading for welding. GMAW processes are used by industry, maintenance repair, and hobbyist. Spray transfer mode, short circuit, and metal art are competencies within the course. GMAW is fast and economical and is used for welding thin-gauge metal as well as heavy plate. Credential information: American Welding Society Qualification for GMAW Welding. Test plates inspected by a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI). Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jan 12, 2026 End Date: Jan 17, 2026
Community College: New River
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Welding – SMAW – WCG

WELD 6760004
Section Code: 01FF
Students will learn the Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), or more commonly call stick welding process, methods, and introductory blueprint reading for welding. The SMAW process is used by industry for fabrication and repair. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jan 19, 2026 End Date: Jan 24, 2026
Community College: New River
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Lean Six Sigma – Green Belt (WCG)

MANF 7040047
Section Code: 01FF
New River Community College, in conjunction with the Manufacturing Technology Center, is offering a 14-week Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and Project Support course. The course presents the ASQ Lean Six Sigma Green Belto body of knowledge in a simulation workshop application-oriented mannerand includes a project simulation that takes participants through the D-M-A-I-C process improvement methodology. The Train-and-Do process uses classroom activities, combining lecture and simulation exercises…. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jan 23, 2026 End Date: May 08, 2026
Community College: New River
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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: Nov 03, 2025 End Date: Dec 10, 2025
Community College: Northern Virginia
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Project Management Professional (PMP) Exam Preparation – Bootcamp

BUSC 1090039
Section Code: 35E
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: Nov 10, 2025 End Date: Nov 14, 2025
Community College: Northern Virginia
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Project Management Professional (PMP) Exam Preparation

BUSC 1090039
Section Code: 34E
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: Nov 17, 2025 End Date: Jan 12, 2026
Community College: Northern Virginia
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CompTIA® Data+

ITEC 2040075
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: Nov 03, 2025 End Date: Dec 10, 2025
Community College: Northern Virginia
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SHRM Certification Exam Preparation

BUSC 1040025
Section Code: 33E
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: Nov 04, 2025 End Date: Dec 18, 2025
Community College: Northern Virginia
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Funding First Steps

OTHR 8660001
Section Code: CC01
Welcome to the Workforce Funding Eligibility Class! Are you ready to take the next step toward your career goals—but unsure if financial assistance is available to help you get there? Patrick & Henry Community College offers funding assistance to career credit students. Financial aid, grants, and scholarships are available to those enrolling in FastForward training programs, with potential to cover up to 100% of tuition. Eligible students may also receive supportive services. Additionally, we are proud of the partnerships we share with local community service agencies to extend further support and resources... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jan 01, 2026 End Date: Jun 30, 2026
Community College: Patrick & Henry
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Project Management Professional (PMP) Exam Preparation

BUSC 1090039
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: Jan 21, 2026 End Date: Mar 02, 2026
Community College: Northern Virginia
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Project Management Professional (PMP) Exam Preparation – Bootcamp

BUSC 1090039
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: Feb 09, 2026 End Date: Feb 19, 2026
Community College: Northern Virginia
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Clinical Medical Assistant (WCG) (AHA)

HLTH 5010118
Section Code: M1D
This program prepares students to be professional medical assistants dedicated to patient care management. Graduates are equipped to assist physicians with examinations and treatments, take medical histories, perform diagnostic tests, prep and conduct ECG/EKG exams, sterilize instruments and supplies, assist with minor surgery and administer medications. The program goal is to prepare competent entry-level medical assistants in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains. The course includes tuition, textbooks, background check, drug screen, TB test, Hepatitis-B shots, study guide, practice test, NHA certification exam and a CPR... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Nov 03, 2025 End Date: Feb 23, 2026
Community College: Mountain Gateway
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