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Heavy Equipment Operations 1 – FastForward

BLDG 2770003
Section Code: WS01
FastForward Eligible Program: To qualify for FastForward programs, you must meet the Virginia Domicile requirements. Virginia domicile means you have lived in Virginia for at least one year and intend to stay indefinitely. A domicile determination form will be part of your registration process. If you qualify, you will pay one-third (1/3) of the cost of the program. FASTFORWARD NCCER Heavy Equipment Operations Level 1 PRICING: Regular/Full Price: $4,350 FastForward Price: $1,450 FastForward plus Tobacco Commission Grant Price: $725 * You must come into the Workforce Solutions office to apply for... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jan 14, 2025 End Date: Apr 08, 2025
Community College: Central Virginia
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CompTIA Security+

ITEC 200003
Section Code: M02
CompTIA Security+ Security Support Associate program fulfills the requirements of the official CompTIA training curriculum. It is a total of 40 hours which includes hands on practical experience. The skills obtained in this course will prepare you for the industry certification exam. This course covers the key terminology and concepts needed to pass the exam, all in a condensed format for rapid retention. The course provides helpful study tools including puzzles, games, and practice questions to aid with learning. All of the content is geared toward helping the student pass... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Apr 30, 2025 End Date: Jul 23, 2025
Community College: Brightpoint
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Manufacturing Technician Level 1 Certification

MANF 500009
Section Code: C03A
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. The goals of the MT1 certification... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 05, 2025 End Date: Jun 20, 2025
Community College: Brightpoint
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Manufacturing Specialist Certification

MANF 500014
Section Code: C03A
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: May 05, 2025 End Date: Jun 20, 2025
Community College: Brightpoint
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Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technician Certification

MANF 500016
Section Code: C03A
The Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technician (PharmaMT) certification program was developed to meet the growing employment demands of the Pharmaceutical/Chemical manufacturing industry. The PharmaMT program addresses the core industry-wide skills standards required for skilled production occupations in all sectors of manufacturing and Specifically Pharmaceutical and Chemical Manufacturing. The core competency areas certified are: (1) Math and Measurement, (2) Spatial Reasoning and Manufacturing Technology, (3) Quality and Business Acumen and (4) Unique Requirements of Manufacturing in the Pharmaceutical /Chemical industries. Equipment, Processes and, Quality Management Systems The purpose of the PharmaMT certification program... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 05, 2025 End Date: Jul 14, 2025
Community College: Brightpoint
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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: May 06, 2025 End Date: Sep 18, 2025
Community College: Brightpoint
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Clinical Medical Assistant Program

HLTH 460002
Section Code: D04A
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: May 06, 2025 End Date: Sep 18, 2025
Community College: Brightpoint
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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: May 06, 2025 End Date: Sep 18, 2025
Community College: Brightpoint
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AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

ITEC 200065
Section Code: M02
Learn cloud fundamentals and best practices. This learning path is intended for individuals who are looking to build and validate overall understanding of the AWS Cloud. Upon completion of this class, students will be prepared for and take the Amazon Web Services certification exam for AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 06, 2025 End Date: Aug 05, 2025
Community College: Brightpoint
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Lean Practitioner Certification

MANF 500015
Section Code: C03A
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 06, 2025 End Date: May 21, 2025
Community College: Brightpoint
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Bridge Preservation for Inspectors (Virtual option available)

TRNS 570019
Section Code: DT9
The objective of the Bridge Preservation course is to cover the general and critical inspection points that an inspector needs to know to ensure that a contractor is meeting VDOT standards and specifications and requirements when preserving or restoring an existing structure or bridge in Virginia. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 06, 2025 End Date: May 08, 2025
Community College: Brightpoint
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Sterile Processing Technician Spring 2025

HLTH 3310299
Section Code: 1
Sterile Processing Technicians provide the clean, sterile, functioning instruments used daily in surgeries and medical procedures. Students develop knowledge of surgical instruments, medical equipment, surgical terminology, packaging and distribution, and the skills required for sterilization and decontamination. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Feb 04, 2025 End Date: May 22, 2025
Community College: Blue Ridge
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Pipe Welding II: GTAW

WELD 6500003
Section Code: 1
Provides the student with the knowledge and hands-on experience needed to do both manual and orbital GTAW welding of heavy wall carbon steel pipe and thin-wall sanitary stainless tubing. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Feb 10, 2025 End Date: Jun 16, 2025
Community College: Blue Ridge
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Pipe Welding I: SMAW

WELD 6500005
Section Code: 1
Focuses on the techniques used for welding pipe. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Feb 10, 2025 End Date: Jun 16, 2025
Community College: Blue Ridge
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Introduction to Tig Welding (GTAW) – Spring 2025 Day 2

WELD 6500008
Section Code: 2
This welding class will take students from the very first introduction to the process, up to the final AWS certification welding tests . Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Apr 16, 2025 End Date: Jun 05, 2025
Community College: Blue Ridge
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Amazon Web Services (AWS) Solutions Architect – Associate Certification

ITEC 5410020
Section Code: 1
This course focuses on designing, implementing, and maintaining digital infrastructure and business applications within the AWS cloud platform. This knowledge will allow you to collaborate with business leaders to understand objectives, and create cloud-based solutions and strategies to meet company needs. Pre-requisite: AWS Cloud Practitioner Certified Credential Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Apr 21, 2025 End Date: May 14, 2025
Community College: Blue Ridge
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Pipe Welding I: SMAW – Spring 2025 Weekend

WELD 6500005
Section Code: 2
Focuses on the techniques used for welding pipe. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jan 04, 2025 End Date: Feb 23, 2025
Community College: Blue Ridge
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Welding Fabrication I: GMAW – Spring 2025 Day 1

WELD 6500002
Section Code: 1
Focuses on welding and fabrication skills used in building welded metal projects. (AWS GMAW certification) Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jan 29, 2025 End Date: Mar 20, 2025
Community College: Blue Ridge
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Introduction to Tig Welding (GTAW) – Spring 2025 Day 1

WELD 6500008
Section Code: 1
This welding class will take students from the very first introduction to the process, up to the final AWS certification welding tests . Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jan 29, 2025 End Date: Mar 20, 2025
Community College: Blue Ridge
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Tech+ Certification Program

ITEC 5100019
Section Code: D01
Information Technology (IT) jobs are expected to grow at nearly double (or 2x) the national estimated job growth rate in other career fields. IT jobs are projected to be among the fastest-growing occupations from 2023 to 2033. (Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics) Nearly three-quarters of employers worldwide rate technology as a primary factor in reaching business objectives (72%). (Source: CompTIA International Trends in Technology and Workforce) All workers, not just the IT team, need fundamental IT skills to use these technologies. IT skills make anyone more competitive in the... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Feb 10, 2025 End Date: Mar 07, 2025
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Commercial Driver’s License: Class A Truck Driver Training (WCG)

TRNS 3850018
Section Code: CC06
Get your CDL license in as little as four weeks and get started on one of the most in-demand careers in the country. The CDL: 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. This program prepares students to sit for the Virginia CDL examination. Emphasis is placed on the following: vehicle inspections defensive driving range maneuvers motor carrier safety regulations trip planning cargo handling size/weight laws... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Apr 19, 2025 End Date: Jun 08, 2025
Community College: Patrick & Henry
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Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)

HLTH 3020001
Section Code: 31A
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: Jan 22, 2025 End Date: Apr 14, 2025
Community College: Northern Virginia
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Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)

HLTH 3020001
Section Code: 32A
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: Jan 22, 2025 End Date: Apr 14, 2025
Community College: Northern Virginia
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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: Mar 24, 2025 End Date: Apr 23, 2025
Community College: Northern Virginia
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Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)

HLTH 3020001
Section Code: 31W
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: Jan 22, 2025 End Date: Apr 14, 2025
Community College: Northern Virginia
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