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HVAC Level 2

HVAC 3400009
Section Code: NT02
Students will be exposed to Commercial Airside Systems, Chimneys, Vents, and Flues, Introduction to Hydronic Systems, Air Quality Equipment, Leak Detection, Evacuation, Recovery, and Charging, Alternating Current, Basic Electronics, Introduction to Control Circuit Troubleshooting, Troubleshooting Gas Heating, Troubleshooting Cooling, Heat Pumps, Basic Installation and Maintenance Practices, Sheet Metal Duct Systems, and Fiberglass and Flexible Duct Systems. Upon completion of the course, should be successfully in passing the NCCER HVAC Level 2 exam. Prerequisite- Successful completion of HVAC Level 1. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 31, 2026 End Date: Dec 04, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Plumbing Level 1

BLDG 3100009
Section Code: NT01
This class serves as the first level of training in the Plumbing craft. Structured as a hybrid class, a combination of online training and live classroom/lab training, students learn the following content: Core Curriculum; Basic Safety; Intro to Construction Math; Intro to Hand Tools; Intro to Power Tools; Intro to Construction Drawings; Basic Comm. Skills; Employability Skills; Introduction to Plumbing Profession, Plumbing Safety, Plumbing Tool; Introduction to Plumbing Math, Introduction to Plumbing Drawings, Plastic Pipe and Fittings, Copper Pipe and Fittings, Cast-Iron Pipe and Fittings, Carbon Steel Pipe and Fittings,... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 27, 2026 End Date: Oct 27, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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MTT Welding Level 3

WELD 3900034
Section Code: NT07
Students will use the FCAW process to perform basic welding tasks in the 2F-Horizontal Fillet, 3F- Vertical Fillet and 4F overhead fillet weld positions. This course is 120 hours long and will be completed in 3 weeks working full-time. This course includes instructor delivery, physical demonstrations, hands-on practice, time to refine skills and review, practice welds, and final weld sample performed by the trainee in horizontal, vertical, and overhead welding positions. This sample will be retained and evaluated for acceptability using industry standards. Terminal objective: Given welding equipment and tools,... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 03, 2026 End Date: Aug 21, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Certified Welder

WELD 3900023
Section Code: NT05
Students will learn to perform 1/4 and 3/8 fillet welds on carbon steel in the flat (1F), horizontal (2F), and vertical (3F) positions. In addition students will learn safe practices, GTAW welding theory, weld ability of materials such as stainless stell and aluminum, welding terms and definitions, and visual inspection techniques for GTAW welds. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 10, 2026 End Date: Sep 17, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

WELD 3900010
Section Code: NT05
Students will learn to perform 1/4 and 3/8 fillet welds on carbon steel in the horizontal (2F), vertical (3F), and overhead (4F) positions. In addition students will learn safe practices, GTAW welding theory, weldability of materials such as stainless steel and aluminum, welding terms and definitions, and visual inspection techniques for GTAW welds. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 17, 2026 End Date: Sep 17, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Gas Metal Arc Welding

WELD 3900022
Section Code: NT05
Students will learn to perform 1/4, 3/8 and 5/8 fillet welds in the flat (1F), horizontal (2F), and flat groove welds (1G) on 3/8” plate. In addition students will learn safe practices, GMAW welding theory, welding terms and definitions, and visual inspection techniques for GMAW welds. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 24, 2026 End Date: Sep 16, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

WELD 3900010
Section Code: NT03
Students will learn to perform 1/4 and 3/8 fillet welds on carbon steel in the horizontal (2F), vertical (3F), and overhead (4F) positions. In addition students will learn safe practices, GTAW welding theory, weldability of materials such as stainless steel and aluminum, welding terms and definitions, and visual inspection techniques for GTAW welds. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 06, 2026 End Date: Aug 06, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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MTT Welding Level 3

WELD 3900034
Section Code: NT05
Students will use the FCAW process to perform basic welding tasks in the 2F-Horizontal Fillet, 3F- Vertical Fillet and 4F overhead fillet weld positions. This course is 120 hours long and will be completed in 3 weeks working full-time. This course includes instructor delivery, physical demonstrations, hands-on practice, time to refine skills and review, practice welds, and final weld sample performed by the trainee in horizontal, vertical, and overhead welding positions. This sample will be retained and evaluated for acceptability using industry standards. Terminal objective: Given welding equipment and tools,... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 06, 2026 End Date: Jul 24, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Facilities Maintenance Technician

BLDG 3200002
Section Code: NT01
The intent of this course is to develop the knowledge and skills necessary for students to enter the work force at entry level or higher. The student will be introduced to basic Facility Maintenance to include Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, Appliance Repair, and Landscape/Pool Maintenance. As well as Safety, Basic Construction Math, Print Reading, Construction Tools and Materials, and Preparing for the Workforce. Extensive training will be given to students in the areas of professional behaviors, leadership, cleanliness and safety in the workplace. Upon completion of this course the student... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 13, 2026 End Date: Nov 23, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Gas Metal Arc Welding

WELD 3900022
Section Code: NT03
Students will learn to perform 1/4, 3/8 and 5/8 fillet welds in the flat (1F), horizontal (2F), and flat groove welds (1G) on 3/8” plate. In addition students will learn safe practices, GMAW welding theory, welding terms and definitions, and visual inspection techniques for GMAW welds. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 13, 2026 End Date: Aug 05, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Electrician Level 1

ELEC 3700006
Section Code: NT01
Residential electricians work in new home construction or do maintenance and repairs in existing homes. This 2-level, hands-on course includes methods for securing power and grounding procedures. Students will correctly install systems from prints having roughed-in a structure with all holes drilled and boxes established. The will cut-in and hook-up various fixtures with grounding and connections correct to Code. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 06, 2026 End Date: Sep 14, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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MTT Welding Level 3

WELD 3900034
Section Code: NT03
Students will use the FCAW process to perform basic welding tasks in the 2F-Horizontal Fillet, 3F- Vertical Fillet and 4F overhead fillet weld positions. This course is 120 hours long and will be completed in 3 weeks working full-time. This course includes instructor delivery, physical demonstrations, hands-on practice, time to refine skills and review, practice welds, and final weld sample performed by the trainee in horizontal, vertical, and overhead welding positions. This sample will be retained and evaluated for acceptability using industry standards. Terminal objective: Given welding equipment and tools,... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jun 08, 2026 End Date: Jun 29, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Certified Welder

WELD 3900023
Section Code: NT03
Students will learn to perform 1/4 and 3/8 fillet welds on carbon steel in the flat (1F), horizontal (2F), and vertical (3F) positions. In addition students will learn safe practices, GTAW welding theory, weld ability of materials such as stainless stell and aluminum, welding terms and definitions, and visual inspection techniques for GTAW welds. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jun 29, 2026 End Date: Aug 06, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (FastForward – Cohort 22)

HLTH 300348
Section Code: O03R
Certified Medical Administrative Assistants are often the first to greet and help patients, and can help set the stage for a patient’s experience. CMAA is one of the fastest growing careers in the health care industry today. The need for professionals that understand how to perform administrative office procedures and manage computerized medical office software is growing rapidly. This fast paced 3-hour program meets 3 days per week, and a total of 5 Fridays for home study hours. Each day this program introduces basic medical terminology, patient insurance claims, and... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 03, 2026 End Date: Oct 29, 2026
Community College: Tidewater
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Carpentry – Level 1 FastForward/OE

BLDG 720011
Section Code: N02P
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 21, 2026 End Date: Oct 29, 2026
Community College: Tidewater
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CompTIA A+ 220-1201 & 220-1202 (Cohort 21) FF/OE

ITEC 900086
Section Code: H04P
The CompTIA A+ Core Series requires candidates to pass two exams: Core 1 (220-1201) and Core 2 (220-1202) covering the following new content, emphasizing the technologies and skills IT pros need to support a hybrid workforce. CompTIA A+ 220-1201 and 1202 measures the necessary skills for an entry-level IT professional. Increased reliance on SaaS applications for remote work More on troubleshooting and how to remotely diagnose and correct common software, hardware, or connectivity problems Changing core technologies from cloud virtualization and IoT device security to data management and scripting Multiple operating... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Oct 01, 2026 End Date: Dec 17, 2026
Community College: Tidewater
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Carpentry – Level 1 FastForward/OE (Day)

BLDG 720011
Section Code: D04P
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: Nov 02, 2026 End Date: Nov 25, 2026
Community College: Tidewater
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Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (FastForward – Cohort 23)

HLTH 300348
Section Code: O04R
Certified Medical Administrative Assistants are often the first to greet and help patients, and can help set the stage for a patient’s experience. CMAA is one of the fastest growing careers in the health care industry today. The need for professionals that understand how to perform administrative office procedures and manage computerized medical office software is growing rapidly. This fast paced 3-hour program meets 3 days per week, and a total of 5 Fridays for home study hours. Each day this program introduces basic medical terminology, patient insurance claims, and... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Nov 02, 2026 End Date: Feb 09, 2027
Community College: Tidewater
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Marine Trade Training Pipefitting Level 1 FF

GASF 750004
Section Code: D29P
Course Objectives: JOB SITE SAFETY 1. Identify and properly use the following appropriate personal protective equipment: • Hard hat • Safety shoes • Eye protection • Toe protectors, metatarsal guards, and shin guards • Gloves • Hearing protection • Respiratory protection • Fall protection • Trench boxes • Atmosphere monitors • Rescue and retrieval safety harness • Orange reflective vest 2. Identify routine good housekeeping practices on the job site. 3. Describe safety precautions associated with the safe use of hand and power tools. 4. Identify methods for safely locating... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jun 08, 2026 End Date: Jul 01, 2026
Community College: Tidewater
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Marine Trade Training Sheet Metal Level I FF

MRTM 400018
Section Code: D33P
Marine Trade Training Sheet Metal Level I Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jun 08, 2026 End Date: Jun 24, 2026
Community College: Tidewater
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Marine Welding Level 1 (FF)

WELD 710026
Section Code: D22P
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: Jun 08, 2026 End Date: Jul 01, 2026
Community College: Tidewater
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Marine Welding Level 3 – (FF)

WELD 710028
Section Code: D35P
Description: Participants will be introduced to and develop competencies in Carbon Arc welds; Flux core 71T.1.045 wire fillets and wire butt welds. Organization: This program is designed to be hands-on, focusing on a candidate’s ability to follow verbal and written instruction; display manual dexterity consistent with the welding craft; accomplish specific tasks in a reasonable time; and Perform all activities in a safe manner. The course is 120 hours long. This course includes instructor delivery, physical demonstrations, hands-on practice, time to refine skills and review, practice welds, and final weld sample performed... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jun 08, 2026 End Date: Jul 01, 2026
Community College: Tidewater
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CompTIA A+ 220-1201 & 220-1202 (Cohort 20) FF/OE

ITEC 900086
Section Code: H03P
The CompTIA A+ Core Series requires candidates to pass two exams: Core 1 (220-1201) and Core 2 (220-1202) covering the following new content, emphasizing the technologies and skills IT pros need to support a hybrid workforce. CompTIA A+ 220-1201 and 1202 measures the necessary skills for an entry-level IT professional. Increased reliance on SaaS applications for remote work More on troubleshooting and how to remotely diagnose and correct common software, hardware, or connectivity problems Changing core technologies from cloud virtualization and IoT device security to data management and scripting Multiple operating... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 07, 2026 End Date: Sep 18, 2026
Community College: Tidewater
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Carpentry – Level 1 FastForward/OE (Day)

BLDG 720011
Section Code: D03P
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: Jul 13, 2026 End Date: Aug 07, 2026
Community College: Tidewater
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Clinical Medical Assistant (WCG)

HLTH 4020238
Section Code: 78WG
This is a FastForward Program: FastForward programs are short-term training courses for industry credentials in high-demand jobs. Funding may be available to offset the tuition cost for individuals who meet eligibility requirements. Funding is limited and therefore distributed on a first-come, first-come basis. To apply for funding for this class, enroll in the class for the FastForward Funding Application, answer all of the questions, and select Add to Cart to submit your application. After you submit this form, you will receive an email with a secure document upload link and list... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Sep 01, 2026 End Date: Feb 02, 2027
Community College: Piedmont Virginia
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