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Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG) – FastForward/OE (DAY)

WELD 710024
Section Code: D02P
This course teaches MIG welding steel, carried out on DC electrode (.045 welding wire) positive polarity. This course will teach proper welding techniques and disciplines to successfully complete a Fillet, Lap, and Outside Corner set up. MIG welding will be practiced using three positions, flat (1G), horizontal (2G), and vertical (3G). Emphasizing welding safety, grinding safety, welding defects (causes and cures) and welding procedures. Tuition includes all books, supplies, and personal protective equipment (PPE). After successfully passing this course there will be an opportunity to take the AWS Certification exam.... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 04, 2025 End Date: Aug 27, 2025
Community College: Tidewater
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Marine Welding Level 1 (FastForward)

WELD 710026
Section Code: D02P
DESCRIPTION The three week welder training course is designed to prepare candidates to enter the welding school program. The course is not intended to determine specific levels of proficiency, but to assure the employer that the candidate possesses the minimum ability to be successful at the welding process. The course will cover Safety; An introduction to welding and welding skills; A validation of basic welder competencies; and An evaluation of employability skills. ORGANIZATION This program is designed to be 90% hands-on, focusing on a candidate’s ability to follow verbal... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 04, 2025 End Date: Aug 26, 2025
Community College: Tidewater
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Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) – Fastforward/OE DAY

WELD 710030
Section Code: D02P
This course is designed for the basic needs of the manufacturing student, including instruction and practice in grinding, cutting, and Flux Core Welding in various positions. Topics Covered including safe use of welding equipment and machinery, grinders, and various tools used in the welding field. This course is designed to teach the student proper welding techniques using .045 wire in various positions. The student will safely set up welding equipment, learn how to adjust it, how to operate it, and how to weld in various positions. After successfully passing this course... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 04, 2025 End Date: Aug 22, 2025
Community College: Tidewater
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Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) – OE/FF (DAY)

WELD 710035
Section Code: D02P
Course is designed for the basic needs of the manufacturing student, including instruction and practice in grinding, cutting, and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding in various positions (flat & horizontal). Topics covered including safe use of welding equipment and machinery, grinders and various tools used in the welding field. This course is designed to teach the student proper welding techniques using various tungsten on carbon steel and aluminum. The student will safely set up welding equipment, learn how to adjust it, how to operate it, and how to weld in various... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 04, 2025 End Date: Aug 22, 2025
Community College: Tidewater
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Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) – FF/OE DAY

WELD 710036
Section Code: D05P
This course is designed for the basic needs of the manufacturing student, including instruction and practice in grinding, cutting, and Shielded Metal Arc Welding in various positions. Topics covered including safe use of welding equipment and machinery, grinders and various tools used in the welding field. Course is designed to teach the student to weld using 3/32” and 1/8” E7018 electrodes in various positions. The student will safely set up welding equipment, learn how to adjust it, and how to operate it. Students will learn the skills it takes to... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 04, 2025 End Date: Aug 27, 2025
Community College: Tidewater
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Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) – Fastforward (Mobile Lab Cohort 2)

HLTH 300326
Section Code: D02N
Certified Phlebotomy Technician CPT are healthcare professionals responsible for obtaining patient specimens. Laboratories, employers and hospitals have an increasing demand for phlebotomists. Each day this program introduces basic medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, components of health care delivery and clinical laboratory structure. In this course students learn how to safely and effectively draw blood using venipuncture and capillary puncture methods for adults and children, plus finger sticks or heel sticks for young children and infants. Non-blood specimen collection (urinalysis, throat swab, and buccal swabs) practices are also part of the curriculum.... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 05, 2025 End Date: Oct 09, 2025
Community College: Tidewater
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Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) – NON Fastforward (Mobile Lab Cohort 2)

HLTH 300326
Section Code: D04N
Certified Phlebotomy Technician CPT are healthcare professionals responsible for obtaining patient specimens. Laboratories, employers and hospitals have an increasing demand for phlebotomists. Each day this program introduces basic medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, components of health care delivery and clinical laboratory structure. In this course students learn how to safely and effectively draw blood using venipuncture and capillary puncture methods for adults and children, plus finger sticks or heel sticks for young children and infants. Non-blood specimen collection (urinalysis, throat swab, and buccal swabs) practices are also part of the curriculum.... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 05, 2025 End Date: Oct 09, 2025
Community College: Tidewater
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Medical Billing & Coding Credential Certification (Cohort 12A – FastForward)

HLTH 300530
Section Code: O12R
Medical Billing and Coding is currently one of the fastest-growing professions in allied health! There is a demand in the healthcare industry for individuals with knowledge of office operations including diagnostic and procedural coding and insurance forms processing. This program prepares students to improve their career opportunities or enter this in-demand field as a medical billing specialist, medical coder, or medical office manager. Students will learn how to code disorders, services, and procedures for all systems of the body. Students who successfully complete this 249 clock hour course... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 05, 2025 End Date: Feb 06, 2026
Community College: Tidewater
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NCCER Core Introductory Craft Skills – FastForward/OE (Day)

BLDG 780003
Section Code: D02P
The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Core Curriculum is a prerequisite to all other NCCER Level 1 craft curriculum (Carpentry, HVAC, Pipelaying, Pipefitter, Structural Fitter, Plumbing and Electrical). Its modules cover topics such as Basic Safety, Communication Skills and Introduction to Construction Drawings. Completing this curriculum gives the trainee the basic skills needed to continue education in any craft area he or she chooses. The program can also be helpful to the home mechanic who wants to practice basic safety when conducting home maintenance, learn to use... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 11, 2025 End Date: Aug 22, 2025
Community College: Tidewater
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NCCER Core Introductory Craft Skills – FastForward/OE

BLDG 780003
Section Code: N02P
The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Core Curriculum is a prerequisite to all other NCCER Level 1 craft curriculum (Carpentry, HVAC, Pipelaying, Pipefitter, Structural Fitter, Plumbing and Electrical). Its modules cover topics such as Basic Safety, Communication Skills and Introduction to Construction Drawings. Completing this curriculum gives the trainee the basic skills needed to continue education in any craft area he or she chooses. The program can also be helpful to the home mechanic who wants to practice basic safety when conducting home maintenance, learn to use... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 11, 2025 End Date: Aug 30, 2025
Community College: Tidewater
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Marine Trade Training Sheet Metal Level I FF

MRTM 400018
Section Code: D13P
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Start Date: Aug 18, 2025 End Date: Sep 03, 2025
Community College: Tidewater
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Marine Trade Training Coatings Level 1 FF

MRTM 400020
Section Code: D13P
The purpose of this program is to prepare a trainee to perform solvent, hand tool and power tool cleaning, and apply paint using various brushes and rollers to the safety and quality standards required in a marine environment. Curriculum Overview: Week 1 – Basic Skills and Surface Preparation SSPC* SP 1, 2 and 3 • Course Overview • Introduction to the Industrial Environment • Safety-Recognize, Evaluate, Control (REC) • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) • First Time Quality (FTQ) Do It Right the First Time • Basic Ship Terms • Basic... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 18, 2025 End Date: Sep 03, 2025
Community College: Tidewater
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CDL Class A (FastForward-OE)

TRNS 450014
Section Code: D04R
Did you know? Truck driving is currently one of the most in-demand careers in the country, which means companies are eager to hire safe, qualified drivers. Right now the average annual starting salary for a Virginia CDL driver is over $63,000! TCC’s CDL Class A Truck driving Training teaches students how to inspect and operate tractor-trailers and to assume driver responsibilities on the road and at pickup/deliver point. Learn all about vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations (DOT 380-397 and a certificate for entry-level drivers),... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 18, 2025 End Date: Sep 11, 2025
Community College: Tidewater
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Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) – FastForward/OE (Cohort 35)

WELD 710021
Section Code: N08P
This course is designed for the basic needs of the manufacturing student, including instruction and practice in grinding, cutting, and Shielded Metal Arc Welding in various positions. Topics covered including safe use of welding equipment and machinery, grinders and various tools used in the welding field. Course is designed to teach the student to weld using 3/32” and 1/8” E7018 electrodes in various positions. The student will safely set up welding equipment, learn how to adjust it, and how to operate it. Students will learn the skills it takes to... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 18, 2025 End Date: Oct 14, 2025
Community College: Tidewater
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Marine Trade Training Sheet Metal Level I FF

MRTM 400018
Section Code: D02P
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Start Date: Jul 28, 2025 End Date: Aug 12, 2025
Community College: Tidewater
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Intermediate Workzone Safety and VDOT Flagger (Heavy Equipment) – SGTLC

TRNS 9350005
Section Code: 25
This course is designed to train those who will be actively involved in designing or supervising temporary traffic control in Virginia work zones. Students are taught concepts, techniques, and practices in the installation and maintenance of traffic control devices specific to the Commonwealth. Additionally, students will be taught legal aspects of temporary traffic control, installation and removal procedures, flagging procedures, and other considerations such as pedestrians, nighttime work, and urban areas. Several workshops included in this course provide hands-on experience in analyzing and designing temporary traffic control set-ups for various... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 28, 2025 End Date: Jul 29, 2025
Community College: Southwest Virginia
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WCG- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) – SGTLC

MANF 9300004
Section Code: 22
The class will cover topics in welding 1 plate as well as 3/8 plate in the following positions 1G, 2G, 3G, & 4G. The purpose of the class is to prepare the candidate for taking a AWS (American Welding Society) certification test. This class will cover 3 different processes GMAW, FCAW, GTAW. At the end of class the candidates will have the opportunity to take a certification test of their choice. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 02, 2025 End Date: Sep 20, 2025
Community College: Southwest Virginia
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WCG- Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) – SGTLC

MANF 9300003
Section Code: 37
The class will cover topics in welding 1 plate as well as 3/8 plate in the following positions 1G, 2G, 3G, & 4G. The purpose of the class is to prepare the candidate for taking a AWS (American Welding Society) certification test. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 04, 2025 End Date: Sep 24, 2025
Community College: Southwest Virginia
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SHINE-SOLAR PANEL INSTALLATION – SGTLC

MANF 5150007
Section Code: 10
The cutting edge 2-day fast-track SHINE curriculum provides students with the skills and knowledge required for success in entry-level solar installation positions. Each course runs for 2 days and comprises 4 sections, providing both classroom work and hands-on installation training at our newly-built state-of-the-art earning lab. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 13, 2025 End Date: Aug 14, 2025
Community College: Southwest Virginia
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Commercial Driver’s License- WCG – SGTLC

TRNS 250002
Section Code: 81
Commercial Driver’s License. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 16, 2025 End Date: Oct 05, 2025
Community College: Southwest Virginia
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Suspension & Steering

MANF 650001
Section Code: 5
Curriculum provides coverage of Brakes, Diesel Engines, Electrical Systems, Inspection Maintenance & Minor Repair and Suspension & Steering to work towards your Diesel Mechanic Technician. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 18, 2025 End Date: Sep 10, 2025
Community College: Southwest Virginia
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Commercial Driver’s License- WCG – SGTLC

TRNS 250002
Section Code: 82
Commercial Driver’s License. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 18, 2025 End Date: Sep 15, 2025
Community College: Southwest Virginia
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Brakes

MANF 600001
Section Code: 5
Curriculum provides coverage of Brakes, Engines, Electrical/Electronics Systems, Inspection & Repair, and Suspension & Steering to work towards your Diesel Mechanic Technician. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Sep 15, 2025 End Date: Oct 08, 2025
Community College: Southwest Virginia
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Commercial Driver’s License- WCG – SGTLC

TRNS 250002
Section Code: 85
Commercial Driver’s License. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Sep 29, 2025 End Date: Oct 23, 2025
Community College: Southwest Virginia
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WCG-Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) – SGTLC

MANF 9300006
Section Code: 42
Earn an AWS certification in Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW), in which is a semi-automatic or automatic arc welding process. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Oct 11, 2025 End Date: Dec 13, 2025
Community College: Southwest Virginia
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