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Truck Driver Training (CDL)

TRNS 650002
Section Code: PO6A
CCWA is launching a new, quality 20-day Class A training program working with an industry leader in CDL training. This comprehensive program will provide the skills and opportunities needed to be successful in a truck driving career. This program assists graduates with job placement for local, regional and over-the-road positions. Assistance with nationwide job placement is a benefit to our students and graduates. This course will certify an individual to drive Class A commercial motor vehicles. Class A vehicles are defined as any combination of vehicles with gross vehicle weight... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Apr 27, 2026 End Date: May 21, 2026
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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Financial Eligibility Application

OTHR 3050229
Section Code: 2019
Welcome to Workforce Solutions. There is a new process to determine eligibility for FANTIC/G3 Financial Assistance that is offered through the Commonwealth of Virginia. Please note: You may be asked to provide documentation of the information you have entered. IF you are selected to confirm information entered, you will receive a separate email or phone call with instructions. Please be prepared to submit your Driver’s License, Proof of address, and most recent tax 1040 page to include your adjusted gross income OR SNAP card. If you have any questions, while... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jan 01, 2026 End Date: Dec 31, 2026
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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NCCER: Introductory Craft Skills (HYBRID) Leads to Heavy Eq. Operator

BLDG 510013
Section Code: C01
The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) is the credentialing body for the NCCER CORE Curriculum certification. The NCCER CORE training course is a prerequisite to all other NCCER Level 1 craft curriculum in construction and industrial occupations such as carpentry, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, welding, drywall, and construction craft laborer. The NCCER standardized curricula introduces basic skills for obtaining and retaining industrial employment, including an introduction to hand tools, power tools, construction drawings, basic communication skills, basic safety, and basic employability skills. This certification-training course provides the foundational... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 05, 2026 End Date: May 28, 2026
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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Lean Practitioner Certification

MANF 500015
Section Code: C02A
The Lean Practitioner Certification Course focuses on how to improve processes by using the Lean Six Sigma methods and tools. Learn how to immediately apply the most important Lean principles, methods, and tools in the field. Utilizing an extensive knowledge base, the focus is on the practical application of Lean and process improvement. The course comes with a hands-on simulation and project development. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 05, 2026 End Date: May 28, 2026
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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Medical Assistant Program (CCMA)

HLTH 4300148
Section Code: 2032
SPECIAL NOTICE* Virginia state funding for FastForward programs will be significantly reduced starting June 6, 2025. Please contact us to explore available funding options by emailing us at workforce@laurelridge.edu or calling at 540-868-7021. 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. Medical Assistant Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $3,900 Prerequisite: HS Diploma, GED, or you are scheduled to earn your GED within the next 12 months. Computer and regular internet access are required Mandatory In... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Nov 06, 2025 End Date: Mar 26, 2026
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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CompTIA Tech+ Prep and Certification

ITEC 3100481
Section Code: 1550
Prerequisite: CompTIA Tech+ Pre-Assessment – is required prior to registering for this class. Students must score a 120 points or higher to be eligible to register for CompTIA Tech+. Please complete the assessment here, https://forms.gle/CRGFRJso6XzoXEsG8. Please know that only your first attempt will count. upon registration. Course Description: This course is a great first step to a career in IT. Aimed to help students earn CompTIA Tech+ Certification, this course covers hardware, software, networking, and cybersecurity topics. The IT Fundamentals Certification shows employers that you are comfortable with IT... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jan 12, 2026 End Date: Feb 23, 2026
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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CompTIA Tech+ Prep and Certification

ITEC 3100481
Section Code: 2033
This course is a great first step to a career in IT. Aimed to help students earn CompTIA Tech+ Certification, this course covers hardware, software, networking, and cybersecurity topics. The IT Fundamentals Certification shows employers that you are comfortable with IT concepts and is a great starting point for more advanced certifications. Exam and materials are included. Due to the nature of this profession, moderate knowledge of computers basics is required. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jan 13, 2026 End Date: Feb 19, 2026
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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Patient Service Representative Program (PSR) (CMAA)

HLTH 4350009
Section Code: 1828
Are you interested in an administrative career in a healthcare field? Working the front desk of a medical office requires strong organizational skills, professionalism, and the ability to solve problems. Throughout this course, you’ll learn about office reception skills, general day-to-day operations, and effective communication techniques. This class will have a strong focus on learning and using medical terminology. Regular access to a computer/internet will be required. This course is offered through live online classes. Upon course completion, you will be eligible to take the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA)... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jan 19, 2026 End Date: Mar 30, 2026
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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Nurse Aide Program

HLTH 460003
Section Code: D03A
This program will prepare the student for a career in the nursing field. Training will focus on the improvement and enhancement of quality of life for long-term care residents and introduce the growing need in long-term care. Course Topics: The nurse aide’s role focusing on legal responsibilities, desirable qualities, accountability, standards of conduct, and professionalism Appropriate personal care of long-term residents and special needs residents Successful completion of the Nurse Aid Competency Evaluation and Exams Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 11, 2026 End Date: Jul 03, 2026
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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Medical Coding – Certified Professional Coder

HLTH 460011
Section Code: M01A
This program will introduce class participants to the basic principles of coding for outpatient and physician services. Instruction will include beginning through advanced CPT coding. It will cover information about anatomy, terminology, and various procedures, as well as demonstrations and examples on how to code each service in the CPT book. This course will prepare participants to sit for the AAPC, formally the American Academy of Professional Coders, Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam. Note: Class fee includes books and CPC exam. The exam must be taken within 120 days of class... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Feb 24, 2026 End Date: Jun 04, 2026
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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Manufacturing Specialist Certification

MANF 500014
Section Code: C02A
The MS is a required prerequisite for the MT1 certification. The Manufacturing Specialist (MS) certification course focuses on industry-wide manufacturing technical skills, and industry applied math and measurement concepts. This course will expose students to the critical areas of manufacturing and production, as well as the applied technology principals that support the manufacturing process. The instruction focuses on the critical actions, STEM knowledge, and the systems and processes necessary to participate in an advanced manufacturing enterprise. It is a highly specialized program based on the techniques and interrelationships found in... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Mar 06, 2026 End Date: May 06, 2026
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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Manufacturing Technician Level 1 Certification

MANF 500009
Section Code: C02A
The Manufacturing Technician 1 (MT1) certification program was developed to meet the growing employment demands of the manufacturing industry. The MT1 program addresses the core industry-wide skills standards required for skilled production occupations in all sectors of manufacturing. The core competency areas certified are: (1) Math and Measurement, (2) Spatial Reasoning and Manufacturing Technology, and (3) Quality and Business Acumen. The purpose of the MT1 certification program is to document individuals’ mastery of the critical competencies required for modern manufacturing production and production-related occupations. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Mar 16, 2026 End Date: May 06, 2026
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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Certified Logistics Associate (CLA)

MANF 500013
Section Code: C02A
The CLA, Certified Logistics Associate, training prepares an individual for entry level logistics based positions. Upon completion of the CLA training, individuals will sit for the CLA exam. The CLA program covers a wide range of skills necessary for success in the logistics industry. Through this program, individuals will cover safety, quality control, supply chain management, receiving, storage, communication, and many other valuable skills. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Mar 17, 2026 End Date: Apr 09, 2026
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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Clinical Medical Assistant Program

HLTH 460002
Section Code: D02A
The Clinical Medical Assisting program is designed to prepare students to function as professionals in multiple healthcare settings. Medical assistants with a clinical background perform various clinical tasks including assisting with the administration of medications and with minor procedures, performing an EKG electrocardiogram, obtaining laboratory specimens for testing, educating patients, and other related tasks. Job opportunities are prevalent with physician’s offices, clinics, chiropractor’s offices, hospitals and outpatient facilities. Clinical Medical Assistants should have or be pursuing a high school diploma or GED. Participants who complete this comprehensive course would be... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Mar 17, 2026 End Date: Jul 30, 2026
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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Certified Phlebotomy Technician

HLTH 440153
Section Code: D01A
This program prepares students to be professional phlebotomy technicians dedicated to the art of blood withdrawal. Graduates are equipped to prepare the patient, perform venipuncture and assist to maintain the quality of the specimen. The student will obtain information on different blood draw methods, additives and handling procedures. The program goal is to prepare competent entry-level phlebotomy technicians in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains. Course Topics: Drawing blood Practicing capillary draws, butterfly draws, and venipuncture Working with phlebotomy equipment Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Mar 20, 2026 End Date: May 16, 2026
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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Nurse Aide Program

HLTH 460003
Section Code: D02A
This program will prepare the student for a career in the nursing field. Training will focus on the improvement and enhancement of quality of life for long-term care residents and introduce the growing need in long-term care. Course Topics: The nurse aide’s role focusing on legal responsibilities, desirable qualities, accountability, standards of conduct, and professionalism Appropriate personal care of long-term residents and special needs residents Successful completion of the Nurse Aid Competency Evaluation and Exams Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Mar 23, 2026 End Date: May 15, 2026
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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Clinical Medical Assistant Program

HLTH 460002
Section Code: C03A
The Clinical Medical Assisting program is designed to prepare students to function as professionals in multiple healthcare settings. Medical assistants with a clinical background perform various clinical tasks including assisting with the administration of medications and with minor procedures, performing an EKG electrocardiogram, obtaining laboratory specimens for testing, educating patients, and other related tasks. Job opportunities are prevalent with physician’s offices, clinics, chiropractor’s offices, hospitals and outpatient facilities. Clinical Medical Assistants should have or be pursuing a high school diploma or GED. Participants who complete this comprehensive course would be... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Mar 24, 2026 End Date: Aug 06, 2026
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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Clinical Medical Assistant Program

HLTH 460002
Section Code: C04A
The Clinical Medical Assisting program is designed to prepare students to function as professionals in multiple healthcare settings. Medical assistants with a clinical background perform various clinical tasks including assisting with the administration of medications and with minor procedures, performing an EKG electrocardiogram, obtaining laboratory specimens for testing, educating patients, and other related tasks. Job opportunities are prevalent with physician’s offices, clinics, chiropractor’s offices, hospitals and outpatient facilities. Clinical Medical Assistants should have or be pursuing a high school diploma or GED. Participants who complete this comprehensive course would be... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Mar 24, 2026 End Date: Aug 06, 2026
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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EKG Technician Certification Program

HLTH 460001
Section Code: C01A
The Certified Electrocardiography Technician Class is designed to prepare students to function as professionals in multiple cardiac healthcare settings. CETs perform various clinical tasks including setting up and performing an electrocardiogram (EKG) and stress tests, preparing patients for Holter or ambulatory monitoring, editing and delivering final test results to the physician for analysis, scheduling appointments, and transcribing physician’s interpretations. Job opportunities are prevalent with physician’s offices, clinics, hospitals and outpatient facilities. Clinical Medical Assistants should have or be pursuing a high school diploma or GED. Participants who complete this comprehensive... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Mar 27, 2026 End Date: May 16, 2026
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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EKG Technician Certification Program

HLTH 460001
Section Code: C02A
The Certified Electrocardiography Technician Class is designed to prepare students to function as professionals in multiple cardiac healthcare settings. CETs perform various clinical tasks including setting up and performing an electrocardiogram (EKG) and stress tests, preparing patients for Holter or ambulatory monitoring, editing and delivering final test results to the physician for analysis, scheduling appointments, and transcribing physician’s interpretations. Job opportunities are prevalent with physician’s offices, clinics, hospitals and outpatient facilities. Clinical Medical Assistants should have or be pursuing a high school diploma or GED. Participants who complete this comprehensive... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Mar 27, 2026 End Date: May 16, 2026
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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Truck Driver Training (CDL)

TRNS 650002
Section Code: PO3A
CCWA is launching a new, quality 20-day Class A training program working with an industry leader in CDL training. This comprehensive program will provide the skills and opportunities needed to be successful in a truck driving career. This program assists graduates with job placement for local, regional and over-the-road positions. Assistance with nationwide job placement is a benefit to our students and graduates. This course will certify an individual to drive Class A commercial motor vehicles. Class A vehicles are defined as any combination of vehicles with gross vehicle weight... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Feb 21, 2026 End Date: Apr 12, 2026
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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Pharmacy Technician Program

HLTH 430004
Section Code: O02A
This program will prepare participants to enter the pharmacy field and to pursue certification towards the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board’s (PTCB) exam. Technicians work under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist in hospitals, home infusion pharmacies, community pharmacies, and other pharmacy settings. Today there is a very high demand for quality pharmacy technicians. This comprehensive 170-hour program prepares students for entry-level pharmacy technician roles. The flexible course structure combines online didactic learning (independent study), in-person practice simulation (Bremo Pharmacy Location), and internships where students can perform supervised pharmacy technician duties... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Feb 23, 2026 End Date: Aug 07, 2026
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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Roadway Construction and Drainage for Inspectors (Virtual option available)

TRNS 570010
Section Code: M01
This 4 day course is signed for highway construction inspectors. The course will cover road construction development, funding and bidding, resources available, use of plans, specifications, standards, contracts and the basics of inspection for roadway construction and drainage. Class is available inperson, OR virtually via Zoom. Students must bring valid ID & attend class in order to test on the last day. **CCWA is now offering VDOT Inspector Courses both virtually and in-person with the exception of VDOT SiteManager for Inspectors and VDOT Surveying for Inspectors.** Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Feb 24, 2026 End Date: Feb 27, 2026
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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Truck Driver Training (CDL)

TRNS 650002
Section Code: C04A
CCWA is launching a new, quality 20-day Class A training program working with an industry leader in CDL training. This comprehensive program will provide the skills and opportunities needed to be successful in a truck driving career. This program assists graduates with job placement for local, regional and over-the-road positions. Assistance with nationwide job placement is a benefit to our students and graduates. This course will certify an individual to drive Class A commercial motor vehicles. Class A vehicles are defined as any combination of vehicles with gross vehicle weight... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Mar 02, 2026 End Date: Mar 26, 2026
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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Truck Driver Training (CDL)

TRNS 650002
Section Code: PO4A
CCWA is launching a new, quality 20-day Class A training program working with an industry leader in CDL training. This comprehensive program will provide the skills and opportunities needed to be successful in a truck driving career. This program assists graduates with job placement for local, regional and over-the-road positions. Assistance with nationwide job placement is a benefit to our students and graduates. This course will certify an individual to drive Class A commercial motor vehicles. Class A vehicles are defined as any combination of vehicles with gross vehicle weight... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Mar 02, 2026 End Date: Mar 26, 2026
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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