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EKG Technician

HLTH 2100003
Section Code: H13
Our 77 hour/11-week EKG Technician program prepares you for this excellent career and to sit for a national EKG Technician certification exam. You will gain classroom instruction to help you acquire a strong understanding of electrocardiography. Over the course of 11-weeks you will gain exposure to job duties that include unit operation and troubleshooting, lead placement, use and understanding of EKG grid paper, recognizing EKG patterns in all 12 leads, plotting the EKG axis, and much more! Successful completion of the course prepares students to sit for the NHA-National Health... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 03, 2026 End Date: Oct 19, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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NEW! CDL: Class A Tractor Trailer Training

TRNS 6000004
Section Code: H178
Did you know? Truck driving is currently one of the most in-demand careers in the country, which means companies are eager to hire safe, qualified drivers. Right now the average annual starting salary for a Virginia CDL driver is above $63,000! VPCC’s CDL Training: Class A (E Restriction – Automatic Shift) Truck driver training curriculum teaches students how to inspect and operate tractor-trailers and to assume driver responsibilities on the road and at pickup/delivery points. Learn all about vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations (DOT 380-397... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 03, 2026 End Date: Aug 27, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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MTT Welding Level 1

WELD 3900033
Section Code: P86
This 120 hour/3week MTT Welding 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, students selected for this program may enter into direct employment with a partner employer of VSRA. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 03, 2026 End Date: Aug 21, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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EKG Technician

HLTH 2100003
Section Code: H15
Our 77 hour/11-week EKG Technician program prepares you for this excellent career and to sit for a national EKG Technician certification exam. You will gain classroom instruction to help you acquire a strong understanding of electrocardiography. Over the course of 11-weeks you will gain exposure to job duties that include unit operation and troubleshooting, lead placement, use and understanding of EKG grid paper, recognizing EKG patterns in all 12 leads, plotting the EKG axis, and much more! Successful completion of the course prepares students to sit for the NHA-National Health... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 04, 2026 End Date: Oct 15, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Gas Metal Arc Welding

WELD 3900022
Section Code: HW02
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 07, 2026 End Date: Sep 19, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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NEW! CDL: Class A Tractor Trailer Training

TRNS 6000004
Section Code: HW23
Did you know? Truck driving is currently one of the most in-demand careers in the country, which means companies are eager to hire safe, qualified drivers. Right now the average annual starting salary for a Virginia CDL driver is above $63,000! VPCC’s CDL Training: Class A (E Restriction – Automatic Shift) Truck driver training curriculum teaches students how to inspect and operate tractor-trailers and to assume driver responsibilities on the road and at pickup/delivery points. Learn all about vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations (DOT 380-397... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 08, 2026 End Date: Sep 27, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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SMAW Shielded Metal Arc Welding

WELD 3900001
Section Code: P84
Students will learn to perform 1/4, 3/8 and 5/8 fillet welds in the horizontal (2F), vertical (3F), and overhead (4F) positions. In addition students will learn safe practices, SMAW welding theory, weldability of materials with E-6010 and E-7018 electrodes, welding terms and definitions, and visual inspection techniques for SMAW welds. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 10, 2026 End Date: Sep 17, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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SMAW Shielded Metal Arc Welding

WELD 3900001
Section Code: W05
Students will learn to perform 1/4, 3/8 and 5/8 fillet welds in the horizontal (2F), vertical (3F), and overhead (4F) positions. In addition students will learn safe practices, SMAW welding theory, weldability of materials with E-6010 and E-7018 electrodes, welding terms and definitions, and visual inspection techniques for SMAW welds. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 10, 2026 End Date: Sep 17, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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FCAW Flux Cored Arc Welding

WELD 3900003
Section Code: P84
Students will learn to perform ¼”, 3/8”, 5/8” and ½” fillet welds in horizontal (2F), vertical (3F), and overhead (4F) positions. In addition, students will learn safe practices, FCAW welding theory, welding terms and definitions, and visual inspection techniques for FCAW welds. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 10, 2026 End Date: Sep 17, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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FCAW Flux Cored Arc Welding

WELD 3900003
Section Code: W05
Students will learn to perform ¼”, 3/8”, 5/8” and ½” fillet welds in horizontal (2F), vertical (3F), and overhead (4F) positions. In addition students will learn safe practices, FCAW welding theory, welding terms and definitions, and visual inspection techniques for FCAW welds. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 10, 2026 End Date: Sep 17, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Certified Welder

WELD 3900023
Section Code: P84
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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Certified Welder

WELD 3900023
Section Code: W05
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 steel 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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CNC Milling: Operations

MANF 3000002
Section Code: P80
This certification validates that an individual is able to successfully machine parts by operating a computer numerical control (CNC) mill; maintain quality and safety standards; keep records; maintain equipment and supplies; and perform routine preventative maintenance. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 06, 2026 End Date: Sep 09, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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NEW! CDL: Class A Tractor Trailer Training

TRNS 6000004
Section Code: H174
Did you know? Truck driving is currently one of the most in-demand careers in the country, which means companies are eager to hire safe, qualified drivers. Right now the average annual starting salary for a Virginia CDL driver is above $63,000! VPCC’s CDL Training: Class A (E Restriction – Automatic Shift) Truck driver training curriculum teaches students how to inspect and operate tractor-trailers and to assume driver responsibilities on the road and at pickup/delivery points. Learn all about vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations (DOT 380-397... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 06, 2026 End Date: Jul 30, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

WELD 3900010
Section Code: P82
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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Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

WELD 3900010
Section Code: W03
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 1

WELD 3900033
Section Code: P84
This 120 hour/3week MTT Welding 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, students selected for this program may enter into direct employment with a partner employer of VSRA. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 06, 2026 End Date: Jul 24, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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MTT Welding Level 3

WELD 3900034
Section Code: P90
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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Phlebotomy Technician

HLTH 2900001
Section Code: H01
***READ COURSE DESCRIPTION*** The Phlebotomist or Phlebotomy Technician is a vital member of the clinical laboratory team, whose main function is to obtain patient’s blood specimens by venipuncture and micro-collection to produce quality results. This program is designed to familiarize the student, through didactic and clinical instruction, skillful and safe training in venipuncture. Didactic lectures cover the theory, anatomy and terminology pertaining to the cardiovascular system. Practical instruction provides hands-on training in venipuncture technique verified through a skills check-off system which includes performing live blood draws and working with a... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 07, 2026 End Date: Sep 10, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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CNC Milling: Operations

MANF 3000002
Section Code: W01
This certification validates that an individual is able to successfully machine parts by operating a computer numerical control (CNC) mill; maintain quality and safety standards; keep records; maintain equipment and supplies; and perform routine preventative maintenance. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 07, 2026 End Date: Sep 10, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Certified Logistics Associate

MANF 3600004
Section Code: D01
The course provides students with the foundational broad knowledge they will need to understand the world of supply chain and related core competencies. Learning materials include PDF textbook and elearning modules. The course includes modules on: the global supply chain, the logistics environment, safety, safe equipment operation, material handling equipment, quality control, workplace communication, teamwork and problem solving and using computers. The course is 40 hours. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 07, 2026 End Date: Aug 06, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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SMAW Shielded Metal Arc Welding

WELD 3900001
Section Code: HW01
Students will learn to perform 1/4, 3/8 and 5/8 fillet welds in the horizontal (2F), vertical (3F), and overhead (4F) positions. In addition, students will learn safe practices, SMAW welding theory, weldability of materials with E-6010 and E-7018 electrodes, welding terms and definitions, and visual inspection techniques for SMAW welds. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 10, 2026 End Date: Sep 19, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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FCAW Flux Cored Arc Welding

WELD 3900003
Section Code: HW01
Students will learn to perform ¼”, 3/8”, 5/8” and ½” fillet welds in horizontal (2F), vertical (3F), and overhead (4F) positions. In addition, students will learn safe practices, FCAW welding theory, welding terms and definitions, and visual inspection techniques for FCAW welds. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 10, 2026 End Date: Sep 19, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Certified Welder

WELD 3900023
Section Code: HW02
This credential, is awarded in compliance with AWS requirements, is an assessment for pipe welding in one of a number of positions. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 10, 2026 End Date: Sep 19, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Gas Metal Arc Welding

WELD 3900022
Section Code: P82
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 06, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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