FF CREDENTIALS

Credential Training Available Near You

Here are the trainings that match your search criteria.

And did you know, the average out-of-pocket cost is often less than $1,000? If you like what you see, to get started, fill out the form at the bottom of the page, or contact your local community college directly.

WCG Flux Core Arc Welding FCAW

WELD 2500029
Section Code: SAT1
Introduction to Flux Cored Arc Welding. Course provides lecture and lab instruction in safety, theory, and hands-on applications. Contrasts of the unshielded and shielded varieties are provided with emphasis on limitations. Multiple positions are addressed as well as equipment operation and quality development. Program provides enhanced instruction of the FCAW process directed towards multiple position qualifications. Focus is based on environment factors, application, and safety with the purpose of developing industrial employment skills. Testing to American Welding Society standards is provided to those individuals who can meet or exceed the... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Sep 13, 2025 End Date: Nov 15, 2025
Community College: Rappahannock
Sign Up Now   Need Help?

WCG ASME IX Pressure Pipe Welding

WELD 2500041
Section Code: SAT1
WCG ASME IX Pressure Pipe Welding Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Sep 13, 2025 End Date: Nov 15, 2025
Community College: Rappahannock
Sign Up Now   Need Help?

NCCER Core (WCG) Jan 20 – March 26 2026 (Franklin)

MANF 3990001
Section Code: WG1A
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: Jan 20, 2026 End Date: Mar 26, 2026
Community College: Paul D. Camp
Sign Up Now   Need Help?

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
Sign Up Now   Need Help?

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
Sign Up Now   Need Help?

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
Sign Up Now   Need Help?

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
Sign Up Now   Need Help?

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
Sign Up Now   Need Help?

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
Sign Up Now   Need Help?

Cert. Clinical Med. Assistant (CCMA) WCG HYBRID-BUNDLE Jan 12 – May 29 2026

HLTH 2100001
Section Code: WG1A
Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (WCG) is hybrid with course material on-line and hands-on labs. A medical assistant is a multi-skilled allied health care professional that specializes in procedures commonly performed in the ambulatory health care setting. Medical assistants perform both clinical and administrative duties and assist a variety of providers including physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants. They typically work in medical offices, clinics, urgent care centers and may work in general medicine or specialty practices. Common duties of a medical assistant include administrative and clinical tasks such as checking... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jan 12, 2026 End Date: May 29, 2026
Community College: Paul D. Camp
Sign Up Now   Need Help?

Patient Care Technician (PCT) WCG Hybrid-BUNDLE Jan 13 – May 29 2026

HLTH 2450001
Section Code: WG2A
Patient Care Technician Bundle with EKG Tech and Phlebotomy Tech Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jan 13, 2026 End Date: May 29, 2026
Community College: Paul D. Camp
Sign Up Now   Need Help?

Certified Phlebotomy Technician WCG HYBRID-BUNDLE Feb 9 – March 1 2026

HLTH 2300001
Section Code: WG2A
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: Feb 09, 2026 End Date: Mar 01, 2026
Community College: Paul D. Camp
Sign Up Now   Need Help?

Truck Driver Training (WCG-SCHED) Class A WeekDAY Sept 22 – Oct 17 2025

TRNS 3800002
Section Code: WG1B
This 120-hour course includes classroom and hands-on instruction. Students will learn applicable traffic and trucking laws from their state’s CDL manual and federal safety regulations. Students may learn about federal rules that apply to truck and cargo transportation, and they may learn how to complete relevant paperwork associated with transporting freight. Instruction then moves outdoors where students learn how to perform a pre-trip truck and freight inspection. Significant time is devoted to behind-the-wheel training. Drivers enrolled in CDL training practice their truck driving skills while accompanied by a driver that... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Sep 22, 2025 End Date: Oct 17, 2025
Community College: Paul D. Camp
Sign Up Now   Need Help?

Fiber Optics Installer (FOI) Certification

BLDG 5010017
Section Code: 31M
This is a FastForward Program: FastForward programs are short-term training courses for industry credentials in high-demand jobs. Eligible Virginia residents may pay only one-third (1/3) of the full tuition cost. To qualify, you must meet the Virginia domicile requirements. Virginia domicile means you have lived in Virginia and intended to stay here indefinitely for at least one year before the date of application. A domicile determination form will be part of your registration process. Additional financial assistance is available to offset some or all of the FastForward tuition costs. Complete... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Nov 01, 2025 End Date: Dec 13, 2025
Community College: Northern Virginia
Sign Up Now   Need Help?

AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate)

ITEC 2140003
Section Code: 31E
This is a FastForward Program: FastForward programs are short-term training courses for industry credentials in high-demand jobs. Eligible Virginia residents may pay only one-third (1/3) of the full tuition cost. To qualify, you must meet the Virginia domicile requirements. Virginia domicile means you have lived in Virginia and intended to stay here indefinitely for at least one year before the date of application. A domicile determination form will be part of your registration process. Additional financial assistance is available to offset some or all of the FastForward tuition costs. Complete... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Nov 04, 2025 End Date: Dec 11, 2025
Community College: Northern Virginia
Sign Up Now   Need Help?

CompTIA® Network+

ITEC 2040005
Section Code: 31N
This is a FastForward Program: FastForward programs are short-term training courses for industry credentials in high-demand jobs. Eligible Virginia residents may pay only one-third (1/3) of the full tuition cost. To qualify, you must meet the Virginia domicile requirements. Virginia domicile means you have lived in Virginia and intended to stay here indefinitely for at least one year before the date of application. A domicile determination form will be part of your registration process. Additional financial assistance is available to offset some or all of the FastForward tuition costs. Complete... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Nov 08, 2025 End Date: Dec 13, 2025
Community College: Northern Virginia
Sign Up Now   Need Help?

CompTIA® Security+

ITEC 2040007
Section Code: 31E
This is a FastForward Program: FastForward programs are short-term training courses for industry credentials in high-demand jobs. Eligible Virginia residents may pay only one-third (1/3) of the full tuition cost. To qualify, you must meet the Virginia domicile requirements. Virginia domicile means you have lived in Virginia and intended to stay here indefinitely for at least one year before the date of application. A domicile determination form will be part of your registration process. Additional financial assistance is available to offset some or all of the FastForward tuition costs. Complete... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Nov 10, 2025 End Date: Dec 10, 2025
Community College: Northern Virginia
Sign Up Now   Need Help?

CompTIA® Security+

ITEC 2040007
Section Code: 32E
This is a FastForward Program: FastForward programs are short-term training courses for industry credentials in high-demand jobs. Eligible Virginia residents may pay only one-third (1/3) of the full tuition cost. To qualify, you must meet the Virginia domicile requirements. Virginia domicile means you have lived in Virginia and intended to stay here indefinitely for at least one year before the date of application. A domicile determination form will be part of your registration process. Additional financial assistance is available to offset some or all of the FastForward tuition costs. Complete... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Dec 08, 2025 End Date: Dec 18, 2025
Community College: Northern Virginia
Sign Up Now   Need Help?

Power Line Worker – Group A

ELEC 3850079
Section Code: CC01
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
Sign Up Now   Need Help?

Power Line Worker – Group B

ELEC 3850079
Section Code: CC02
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 Power... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Sep 15, 2025 End Date: Nov 06, 2025
Community College: Patrick & Henry
Sign Up Now   Need Help?

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
Sign Up Now   Need Help?

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: Jan 14, 2026
Community College: Patrick & Henry
Sign Up Now   Need Help?

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
Sign Up Now   Need Help?

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
Sign Up Now   Need Help?

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
Sign Up Now   Need Help?