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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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Security+ (FF)

ITEC 3030019
Section Code: 51FF
Take the first step toward a career in cybersecurity with this program! Primary learning objectives include identifying threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities on the Internet from newer custom devices and social engineering attacks based on current events; addressing threats of enterprise environments, cloud reliance and hybrid networks; administering identity, access management, PKI, basic cryptography, wireless, and end-to-end security; employing security assessment and incident response procedures, such as basic threat detection, risk mitigation techniques, and security controls; and supporting organizational risk management and compliance to regulations, such as PCI-DSS, SOX, HIPAA, GDPR,... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Oct 27, 2025 End Date: Dec 17, 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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Introduction to Construction (FF)

BLDG 5020199
Section Code: 85FF
Begin your career in the skilled trades with a strong foundation! Previously known as “core craft skills,” this entry-level course is the recommended first course for all trades students and a prerequisite to most specialty courses. Topics include basic safety, construction math, introduction to hand and power tools, construction drawings, basic rigging, communication skills, employability skills and material handling. Upon successful completion of this course, students are eligible to sit for the Introduction to Construction credential exam offered by the National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER). Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Nov 10, 2025 End Date: Dec 15, 2025
Community College: Piedmont Virginia
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Commercial Driver’s – Class A Tractor Trailer (FF)

AUTO 5080033
Section Code: 74FF
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: Dec 13, 2025 End Date: Jan 25, 2026
Community College: Piedmont Virginia
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WCG-Clinical Medical Assistant

HLTH 6400051
Section Code: CMP1
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: Jul 22, 2025 End Date: Oct 09, 2025
Community College: Rappahannock
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Customer Service and Sales Certification WCG – Hospitality & Tourism

BUSC 3300008
Section Code: WC04
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Start Date: Jul 29, 2025 End Date: Sep 04, 2025
Community College: Rappahannock
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Marine Welder Level 1 (WCG) DAY Sept 8 – 26 2025

WELD 3930001
Section Code: WG4B
The course is 3 weeks (120 hours) long, designed to prepare candidates to enter a career in Marine Welding at various shipyards in the region. The course will cover the basics of stick welding with the AWS certification test included on the last day of class. The course provides the skills necessary for entry-level employment in the ship repair industry. Students for this class will be screened and selected by the Virginia Ship Repair Association (VSRP). For selection requirements, please see shiprepairtraining.com. In a partnership with the Virginia Ship Repair Association,... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Sep 08, 2025 End Date: Sep 26, 2025
Community College: Paul D. Camp
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Certified EKG Technician (WCG SCHED) Hybrid Sept 29-Oct 26 2025

HLTH 2200004
Section Code: WG1A
As an EKG Technician you may perform some or all of the following tasks such as set up and administer EKGs (electrocardiograms) and stress tests, prepare patients for Holter or ambulatory monitoring, edit and deliver final test results to physicians for analysis, schedule appointments, transcribe physicians’ interpretations and more. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Sep 29, 2025 End Date: Oct 26, 2025
Community College: Paul D. Camp
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Certified EKG Technician (WCG SCHED) Hybrid Sept 29-Oct 26 2025 BUNDLE

HLTH 2200004
Section Code: WG2A
As an EKG Technician you may perform some or all of the following tasks such as set up and administer EKGs (electrocardiograms) and stress tests, prepare patients for Holter or ambulatory monitoring, edit and deliver final test results to physicians for analysis, schedule appointments, transcribe physicians’ interpretations and more. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Sep 29, 2025 End Date: Oct 26, 2025
Community College: Paul D. Camp
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Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO) (WCG) Level 1 Oct. 6-Dec 15 2025

HVEQ 3960001
Section Code: WG1A
Become a Heavy Equipment Operator, and earn an industry-recognized credential. The Heavy Equipment Operator program was developed to meet the growing employment demands for equipment operators. This class serves as the first level of training in the Heavy Equipment Operator program. Learn the following: Orientation to the Trade, Heavy Equipment Safety, Identification of Heavy Equipment, Basic Operational Techniques, Utility Tractors, Introduction to Earthmoving, Interpreting Civil Drawings and Using Simulator Exercises for Equipment Basic Controls, Loading, and Unloading, Excavating, and Trenching. Students receive hands-on training while using simulators, which replicate real-life operating scenarios... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Oct 06, 2025 End Date: Dec 15, 2025
Community College: Paul D. Camp
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Marine Welder Level 1 (WCG) DAY October 6 – 24 2025

WELD 3930001
Section Code: WG5B
The course is 3 weeks (120 hours) long, designed to prepare candidates to enter a career in Marine Welding at various shipyards in the region. The course will cover the basics of stick welding with the AWS certification test included on the last day of class. The course provides the skills necessary for entry-level employment in the ship repair industry. Students for this class will be screened and selected by the Virginia Ship Repair Association (VSRP). For selection requirements, please see shiprepairtraining.com. In a partnership with the Virginia Ship Repair Association,... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Oct 06, 2025 End Date: Oct 24, 2025
Community College: Paul D. Camp
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NCCER Core (WCG) Oct 7 – Dec 11 2025 (Franklin)

MANF 3990001
Section Code: WG2A
NCCER Core is designed as a rigorous, competency-based, industry-recognized program for career and technical education. Students may complete the required elements sooner or later than the recommended 150 hours of knowledge and skills-based instruction, depending on their individual proficiency in mastering the content. Core: Introduction to Basic Construction Skills provides individuals with basic safety and other necessary knowledge and skills to perform in an introductory capacity on project sites. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Oct 07, 2025 End Date: Dec 11, 2025
Community College: Paul D. Camp
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Certified Phlebotomy Technician WCG HYBRID – Oct 27 – Nov 16 2025 BUNDLE

HLTH 2300001
Section Code: WG1A
Certified Phlebotomy Technician is a National Healthcareer Association Certificaiton (NHA). The Phlebotomy Technician class is offered as part of the Fast Track Healthcare Bundle (incl CMA and EKG) program AND as stand-alone class. As a Phlebotomy Technician, you may perform some or all of the following tasks: Draw blood from patients and blood donors. Evaluate patients’ ability to withstand procedure. Explain blood-drawing procedure to patients and answer questions. Perform basic point of care testing, such as blood glucose levels, Prepare blood, urine and other specimens for testing. Verify patient/donor identity and maintain medical equipment... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Oct 27, 2025 End Date: Nov 16, 2025
Community College: Paul D. Camp
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Marine Welder Level 1 (WCG) DAY November 3-21 2025

WELD 3930001
Section Code: WG6B
The course is 3 weeks (120 hours) long, designed to prepare candidates to enter a career in Marine Welding at various shipyards in the region. The course will cover the basics of stick welding with the AWS certification test included on the last day of class. The course provides the skills necessary for entry-level employment in the ship repair industry. Students for this class will be screened and selected by the Virginia Ship Repair Association (VSRP). For selection requirements, please see shiprepairtraining.com. In a partnership with the Virginia Ship Repair Association,... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Nov 03, 2025 End Date: Nov 21, 2025
Community College: Paul D. Camp
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Introduction to Construction (FF)

BLDG 5020199
Section Code: 84FF
Begin your career in the skilled trades with a strong foundation! Previously known as “core craft skills,” this entry-level course is the recommended first course for all trades students and a prerequisite to most specialty courses. Topics include basic safety, construction math, introduction to hand and power tools, construction drawings, basic rigging, communication skills, employability skills and material handling. Upon successful completion of this course, students are eligible to sit for the Introduction to Construction credential exam offered by the National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER). Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 29, 2025 End Date: Aug 28, 2025
Community College: Piedmont Virginia
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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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Security+ (FF)

ITEC 3030019
Section Code: 50FF
Take the first step toward a career in cybersecurity with this program! Primary learning objectives include identifying threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities on the Internet from newer custom devices and social engineering attacks based on current events; addressing threats of enterprise environments, cloud reliance and hybrid networks; administering identity, access management, PKI, basic cryptography, wireless, and end-to-end security; employing security assessment and incident response procedures, such as basic threat detection, risk mitigation techniques, and security controls; and supporting organizational risk management and compliance to regulations, such as PCI-DSS, SOX, HIPAA, GDPR,... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 11, 2025 End Date: Sep 29, 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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Power Line Worker – Group C

ELEC 3850079
Section Code: CC03
Students learn the fundamental aspects of power line worker to include safety, electrical theory, climbing techniques, aerial framing and rigging, and operating utility service equipment. Its modules cover topics such as: Power Line Worker Safety Introduction to Electrical Circuits Introduction to Electrical Theory Climbing Wooden Poles Climbing Structures Other Than Wood Tools of the Trade Aerial Framing and Associated Hardware Utility Service Equipment Rigging Setting and Pulling Poles Trenching, Excavating, and Boring Equipment Introduction to Electrical Test Equipment Length: 320 Course Hours (In-Person) Curriculum Requirement: Power Industry Fundamentals certification... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Sep 15, 2025 End Date: Nov 06, 2025
Community College: Patrick & Henry
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HVAC Level 1

HVAC 3850073
Section Code: CC01
Students learn foundational skills technicians need to safely install, maintain, and troubleshoot multiple facets of residential, commercial, and industrial HVACR equipment. This program also covers needed basic knowledge of sheet metal and pipefitting. Topics covered include the following: Introduction to HVAC Trade Mathematics Basic Electricity Basic Copper and Plastic Piping Practices Soldering and Brazing Basic Carbon Steel Piping Practices Basic Electricity Introduction to Cooling Introduction to Heating Air Distribution Systems Format: Hybrid Length: 120 Course Hours (81 in-person / 39 online) Prerequisite: NCCER Core certification Potential Certifications: Upon successful completion of... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Sep 17, 2025 End Date: Dec 22, 2025
Community College: Patrick & Henry
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Core-Introductory Craft Skills

BLDG 3850081
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: Oct 20, 2025 End Date: Jan 12, 2026
Community College: Patrick & Henry
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Certified Phlebotomy Technician

HLTH 3850057
Section Code: CC01
This program equips students with the knowledge and skills required to collect blood specimens for laboratory analysis. Participants will gain comprehensive understanding of all aspects related to blood collection, including specimen handling and patient interactions. Through hands-on practice, students will develop the competency and safety techniques necessary for proficient venipuncture. Program includes a 36-hour internship, providing guided phlebotomy experiences where students can apply learned principles and techniques. Students will perform a minimum of thirty venipuncture and ten capillary sticks on live individuals with the use of a comprehensive checklist... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Oct 21, 2025 End Date: Dec 16, 2025
Community College: Patrick & Henry
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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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