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HVAC Level 3

HVAC 6250016
Section Code: 2226
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. HVAC Level 3 Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $3,195 FastForward Price: $1,065 FastForward plus G3 Price: $0 Course Description: This class serves as the... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Sep 02, 2026 End Date: Feb 17, 2027
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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Electrical Level 3

ELEC 6150010
Section Code: 2195
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. Electrical Level 3 Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $2,799 FastForward Price: $933 FastForward plus G3 Price: $0 Course Description: This class serves as the... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Sep 02, 2026 End Date: Feb 17, 2027
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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HVAC Level 4

HVAC 6250017
Section Code: 2227
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. HVAC Level 4 Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $3,195 FastForward Price: $1,065 FastForward plus G3 Price: $0 Course Description: This class serves as the... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Sep 03, 2026 End Date: Feb 18, 2027
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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Phlebotomy Technician Program PM

HLTH 4300149
Section Code: 2029
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. Phlebotomy Technican Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $3,000 Fast Forward Price: $1,000 G3/FANTIC Price: $0 Course Prerequisites: HS Diploma, GED, or you are... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 28, 2026 End Date: Oct 20, 2026
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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Plumbing Level 1

PLMB 6350009
Section Code: 1928
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. Plumbing Level 1 Apprenticeship Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $4,275 FastForward Price: $1,425 FastForward plus G3 Price: $0 Course Description: This... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 03, 2026 End Date: Jan 18, 2027
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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CDL-A Weekday Class

TRNS 8020003
Section Code: 1895
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. CDL Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $5,400 Fast Forward Price: $1,800 G3/FANTIC Price: $0 Course Prerequisites: A valid, unrestricted driver’s license. This license does... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 03, 2026 End Date: Aug 27, 2026
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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Plumbing Level 2

PLMB 6350010
Section Code: 1938
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. Plumbing Level 2 Apprenticeship Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $3,795 FastForward Price: $1,265 FastForward plus G3 Price: $0 Course Description: This... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 04, 2026 End Date: Jan 19, 2027
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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Plumbing Level 3

PLMB 6350011
Section Code: 1939
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. Plumbing Level 3 Apprenticeship Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $3795 FastForward Price: $1265 FastForward plus G3 Price: $0 Course Description: This... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 05, 2026 End Date: Jan 20, 2027
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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CDL-A Weekend Class

TRNS 8020004
Section Code: 1876
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. CDL Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $5,400 Fast Forward Price: $1,800 G3/FANTIC Price: $0 Course Prerequisites: A valid, unrestricted driver’s license. This license does... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 08, 2026 End Date: Sep 27, 2026
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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Mechatronics: Fundamentals of Electricity

ELEC 5050082
Section Code: 1868
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. Mechatronics: Fundamentals of Electricity Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $1,797 Fast Forward Price: $599 G3/FANTIC Price: $0 Course Description: Earn 2 credentials in just... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 12, 2026 End Date: Sep 28, 2026
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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Electrical Level 1

ELEC 6150008
Section Code: 2211
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. Electrical Level 1 Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $3,597 Fast Forward Price: $1,199 G3/FANTIC Price: $0 Course Description: This class serves as the first... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 03, 2026 End Date: Jan 25, 2027
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW/Stick)

WELD 6400020
Section Code: 2173
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. Shielded Metal Arc Welding Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $4995 Fast Forward Price: $1,665 G3/FANTIC Price: $0 Course Description: This class will focus on... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 03, 2026 End Date: Nov 04, 2026
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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HVAC Level 2

HVAC 6250015
Section Code: 2230
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. HVAC Level 2 Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $3,195 FastForward Price: $1,065 FastForward plus G3 Price: $0 Course Description: This class serves as the... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 04, 2026 End Date: Jan 12, 2027
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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Electrical Level 2

ELEC 6150009
Section Code: 2212
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. Electrical Level 2 Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $2,799 FastForward Price: $933 FastForward plus G3 Price: $0 Course Description: This class serves as the... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 04, 2026 End Date: Jan 12, 2027
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW/Flux)

WELD 6400021
Section Code: 2240
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. Flux Core Arc Welding Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $4,995 Fast Forward Price: $1,665 G3/FANTIC Price: $0 Course Description: This class will focus on... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 04, 2026 End Date: Oct 29, 2026
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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HVAC Level 3

HVAC 6250016
Section Code: 2231
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@LaurelRidge.edu prior to registering. HVAC Level 3 Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $3,195 FastForward Price: $1,065 FastForward plus... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 05, 2026 End Date: Jan 20, 2027
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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Electrical Level 3

ELEC 6150010
Section Code: 2213
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. Electrical Level 3 Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $2,799 FastForward Price: $933 FastForward plus G3 Price: $0 Course Description: This class serves as the... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 05, 2026 End Date: Jan 20, 2027
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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Electrical Level 4

ELEC 6150011
Section Code: 2214
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. Electrical Level 4 Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $2,799 FastForward Price: $933 FastForward plus G3 Price: $0 Course Description: This class serves as the... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 06, 2026 End Date: Jan 21, 2027
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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CDL-A Weekday Class

TRNS 8020003
Section Code: 1893
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. CDL Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $5,400 Fast Forward Price: $1,800 G3/FANTIC Price: $0 Course Prerequisites: A valid, unrestricted driver’s license. This license does... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 06, 2026 End Date: Jul 30, 2026
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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Medical Assistant Program (CCMA)

HLTH 4300148
Section Code: 1835
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. Medical Assistant Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $3,900 Fast Forward Price: $1,300 G3/FANTIC Price: $0 Prerequisite: HS Diploma, GED, or you are scheduled to... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 20, 2026 End Date: Nov 18, 2026
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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CDL-A Weekday Class

TRNS 8020003
Section Code: 1894
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. CDL Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $5,400 Fast Forward Price: $1,800 G3/FANTIC Price: $0 Course Prerequisites: A valid, unrestricted driver’s license. This license does... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 20, 2026 End Date: Aug 13, 2026
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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Phlebotomy Technician Program AM

HLTH 4300149
Section Code: 1842
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. Phlebotomy Technican Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $3,000 Fast Forward Price: $1,000 G3/FANTIC Price: $0 Course Prerequisites: HS Diploma, GED, or you are... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 28, 2026 End Date: Oct 20, 2026
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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Emergency Telecommunicator Certification

COMM 460007
Section Code: P04A
The Emergency Telecommunicator Program is designed to train students who are unfamiliar with emergency communication centers, emergency telecommunication technology, interpersonal communication, legal issues, and job stress factors. The program takes an integrated teaching approach that features comprehensive content, multimedia presentations, and hands-on training. The course covers the following topics: Roles and Responsibilities of the Emergency Telecommunicator Emergency Telecommunication Technologies Telecommunication Essentials Interpersonal Communication Caller Management Police Call Classification Fire Call Classification Medical Call Classification Man-Made and Natural Catastrophic Events Radio Broadcast Procedures Legal Aspects of Public Safety Communication Quality Improvement... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Oct 19, 2026 End Date: Oct 30, 2026
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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CDL-A Weekday Class

TRNS 8020003
Section Code: 2341
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. CDL Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $5,400 Fast Forward Price: $1,800 G3/FANTIC Price: $0 Course Prerequisites: A valid, unrestricted driver’s license. This license does... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 06, 2026 End Date: Jul 30, 2026
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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CompTIA Tech+ Prep and Certification

ITEC 3100481
Section Code: 2151
This is a G3 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. CompTIA Tech + Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $2100 Fast Forward Price: $700 G3/FANTIC: $0 Prerequisite: The CompTIA Tech+ Assessment is required prior to registering for... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 13, 2026 End Date: Aug 20, 2026
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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