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Marine Welding Level 1 (FastForward)

WELD 710026
Section Code: D04P
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: Oct 06, 2025 End Date: Oct 28, 2025
Community College: Tidewater
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Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) – Fastforward/OE DAY

WELD 710030
Section Code: D04P
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: Oct 06, 2025 End Date: Oct 24, 2025
Community College: Tidewater
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Engines

MANF 550006
Section Code: 5
Curriculum provides coverage of Diesel Engines, Brakes, Electrical / Electronics Systems, Inspection & Minor Repair and Suspension & Steering to work towards your Diesel Mechanic Technician. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Nov 10, 2025 End Date: Dec 03, 2025
Community College: Southwest Virginia
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Inspection Maintenance & Minor Repair

MANF 700001
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: Dec 08, 2025 End Date: Dec 22, 2025
Community College: Southwest Virginia
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Carpentry – Level 1 (FastForward Day)

BLDG 720011
Section Code: D13P
Certification in NCCER Carpentry Level 1 shows the individual understands the fundamentals of the Carpentry trade. Carpenters make up the largest building trades occupation in the industry and those with all-around skills are in high demand. Key course content includes: Orientation to the Trade; Building Materials, Fasteners, and Adhesives; Hand and Power Tools Introduction to Construction Drawings, Specifications, and Layout; Floor Systems; Wall Systems; Ceiling Joist and Roof framing; Basic Stair Layout Introduction to Building Envelope Systems PreReqs: NCCER Core Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Sep 08, 2025 End Date: Oct 03, 2025
Community College: Tidewater
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NCCER Core Introductory Craft Skills – FastForward/OE

BLDG 780003
Section Code: N03P
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: Sep 08, 2025 End Date: Sep 27, 2025
Community College: Tidewater
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Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG) – FastForward/OE (DAY)

WELD 710024
Section Code: D03P
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: Sep 08, 2025 End Date: Oct 01, 2025
Community College: Tidewater
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NCCER Core- Heavy Equipment (WCG)

MANF 5300002
Section Code: 53
The NCCER Core Curriculum is a prerequisite to all other Level 1 craft curriculum. Its modules cover topics such as Basic Safety, Communication Skills and Introduction to Construction Drawings. Completing this curriculum gives the trainee the basic skills to continue education in any craft area of their choice. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Oct 27, 2025 End Date: Nov 04, 2025
Community College: Southwest Virginia
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Heavy Equipment Level 1 (WCG)

BLDG 9000003
Section Code: 54
A 7 week fast-track certification program that includes the following certifications: Workzone Flagger Safety, and NCCER Heavy Equipment Level 1. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Nov 05, 2025 End Date: Dec 11, 2025
Community College: Southwest Virginia
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IWZ-Main Campus

TRNS 9350003
Section Code: 17
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: Dec 01, 2025 End Date: Dec 02, 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: Oct 04, 2025 End Date: Nov 30, 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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Electrical/Electronic Systems

MANF 550005
Section Code: 6
Curriculum provides coverage of Brakes, Diesel Engines, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Inspection & Minor Repair and Suspension & Steering to work towards your Diesel Mechanic Technician. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Oct 13, 2025 End Date: Nov 05, 2025
Community College: Southwest Virginia
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WCG-Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) – SGTLC

MANF 9300006
Section Code: 41
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 13, 2025 End Date: Dec 15, 2025
Community College: Southwest Virginia
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Commercial Driver’s License- WCG – SGTLC

TRNS 250002
Section Code: 83
Commercial Driver’s License. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Oct 25, 2025 End Date: Dec 14, 2025
Community College: Southwest Virginia
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IWZ-Fiber Optics_Main Campus

TRNS 9350003
Section Code: 15
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: Sep 22, 2025 End Date: Sep 23, 2025
Community College: Southwest Virginia
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Heavy Equipment Level 1 (WCG)

BLDG 9000003
Section Code: 53
A 7 week fast-track certification program that includes the following certifications: Workzone Flagger Safety, and NCCER Heavy Equipment Level 1. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Sep 10, 2025 End Date: Oct 14, 2025
Community College: Southwest Virginia
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IWZ-Main Campus

TRNS 9350003
Section Code: 16
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: Sep 22, 2025 End Date: Sep 23, 2025
Community College: Southwest 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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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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Tractor Trailer Training WCG

TRNS 8000003
Section Code: WC04
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Start Date: Nov 17, 2025 End Date: Dec 23, 2025
Community College: Rappahannock
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WCG Gas Metal Arc Welding GMAW

WELD 2500026
Section Code: SAT1
Introduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding, often referred to as MIG. Course provides lecture and lab instruction in safety as well as utilizing the GMAW short circuit process. Lab provides direct hands-on applications in multiple positions in accordance with American Welding Society specifications, lecture provides operational theory with emphasis on safety. Student weld quality meeting or exceeding code requirements may be able to perform testing in this process. Skills acquired in GMAW are utilized with an introduction to spray and pulsed transfers. Students should expect an emphasis on safety, quality,... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Sep 13, 2025 End Date: Nov 15, 2025
Community College: Rappahannock
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WCG Shielded Metal Arc Welding SMAW

WELD 2500027
Section Code: SAT1
Introduction to Shielded Metal Arc Welding, often referred to as stick welding. Course provides lecture and lab instruction in safety as well as the necessary utilization of the SMAW electrode in multiple positions in accordance to American Welding Society specifications. Lab provides direct hands-on applications with multiple electrode types; lectures provide operational theory with emphasis on safety. Skills acquired in SMAW are taken to the next step toward successful testing in accordance with American Welding Society specifications. Lab and lecture environments provide enhanced skills development. Students should expect an emphasis... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Sep 13, 2025 End Date: Nov 15, 2025
Community College: Rappahannock
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