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HVAC 3 – FastForward

HVAC 2310001
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 HVAC 3 PRICING: Regular/Full Price: $2,250 FastForward Price: $750 FastForward plus Tobacco Commission Grant Price: $375 This course is the third in the series of four HVAC classes. Students must be certified... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 22, 2024 End Date: Dec 12, 2024
Community College: Central Virginia
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National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) – HVAC Level 1

HVAC 510014
Section Code: P11
The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) is the credentialing body for the NCCER CORE Curriculum certification. The NCCER HVAC level 1 certification course is part of the required training for many companies’ apprenticeship programs. This course is intended for students interested in entering the HVAC industry and it can help you get a foot-in-the-door to a helper or apprentice position. Instruction will cover topics such as HVAC Field Calculations, Basic Electricity, Basic Heating and Cooling Systems, and will include test preparation for the EPA-608 refrigerant certification exam.... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Oct 10, 2024 End Date: Dec 19, 2024
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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NCCER Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning (HVAC – Level 1) – WCG

HVAC 7010055
Section Code: M1N
HVAC technicians work with heating, air conditioning, or refrigeration systems to manage the temperature, humidity, and overall air quality in residential and commercial buildings and the climate controlled environments required for food storage, medications and other perishable items. With the continuous development of HVAC technology, employers recognize the importance of workforce education and keeping up to speed with the latest equipment and skills. NCCER’s HVAC program is North American Technician Excellence (NATE) recognized and has been designed by highly qualified subject matter experts to give you an advantage with high employment... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 28, 2024 End Date: Dec 11, 2024
Community College: Mountain Gateway
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HVAC Level 1

HVAC 3850027
Section Code: CC01
NCCER’s Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning curriculum was designed to present both theoretical and practical skills to trainees. It covers concepts technicians need to safely install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair multiple facets of residential, commercial, and industrial HVAC equipment. Topics covered include the following: Introduction to HVAC Trade Mathematics Basic Electricity Introduction to Heating Introduction to Cooling Introduction to Air Distribution Systems Basic Copper and Plastic Piping Practices Soldering and Brazing Basic Carbon Steel Piping Practices Length: 120 Course Hours (81 in-person hours / 39 self-paced online hours) Prerequisite: NCCER Core... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Oct 07, 2024 End Date: Jan 22, 2025
Community College: Patrick & Henry
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FF – Phlebotomy Day Class

HLTH 6750001
Section Code: PH1
Phlebotomy Technicians are key healthcare team members in a variety of settings . Phlebotomists perform a variety of blood collection procedures in adults and children by venipuncture or micro techniques. In the thriving medical field, phlebotomists are in constant demand. It is an exciting time to begin a career in this area, where many opportunities exist in hospitals, clinics, medical offices and laboratories. This course will help you gain your Phlebotomy Technician Certification (CPT) certification from NHA . Holding this certificate will give employers confidence in hiring you in this... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Sep 13, 2024 End Date: Nov 15, 2024
Community College: Virginia Western
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Phlebotomy Technician (WCG)

HLTH 5010005
Section Code: M3N
Phlebotomy Technician Program – 115 Classroom Hours + (optional) up to 40 Clinical Rotation Hours This 115 hour Phlebotomy Technician Program prepares professionals to collect blood specimens from clients for the purpose of laboratory analysis. Students will become familiar with all aspects related to blood collection and develop comprehensive skills to perform venipunctures completely and safely. Classroom and lab work includes terminology, anatomy and physiology; blood collection procedures; specimen hands-on practice; and training in skills and techniques to perform puncture methods. The course includes tuition, textbooks, background check, drug screen,... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 07, 2024 End Date: Aug 06, 2024
Community College: Mountain Gateway
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Certified Nurse Aide Education Program – FastForward

HLTH 2210003
Section Code: WS03
Centra College and Central Virginia Community College collaboratively offer a 5-week Nurse Aide Education Program at the Main Campus site in Lynchburg, Virginia and branch location at Bedford Memorial Hospital (BMH). Clinical experiences are provided at Centra in both acute care and long-term care facilities. Completion of the program qualifies a student to take the national Nurse Aide Assessment Program (NNAAP) Examination by Pearson Vue. Successful completion of this examination leads to licensure at a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA). Licensure is required for employment as a certified nurse aide. The... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 13, 2024 End Date: Jun 21, 2024
Community College: Central Virginia
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Certified Phlebotomy Technician

HLTH 3850057
Section Code: CC01
This program prepares students to serve a vital role in the healthcare industry as a phlebotomy technician. Students will become familiar with all aspects related to blood collection and develop comprehensive skills to perform venipuncture competently and safely. Techniques for specific collection, specimen handling, and patient interactions will be developed. Students are introduced to basic medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, components of health care delivery, and clinical laboratory structure. A 36-hour internship is included which provides students with a hands-on experience to apply the principles and techniques learned in... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 06, 2024 End Date: Dec 12, 2024
Community College: Patrick & Henry
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Certified Nurse Aide Education Program – FastForward

HLTH 2210003
Section Code: WS01
Centra College and Central Virginia Community College collaboratively offer a 5-week Nurse Aide Education Program at the Main Campus site in Lynchburg, Virginia and branch location at Bedford Memorial Hospital (BMH). Clinical experiences are provided at Centra in both acute care and long-term care facilities. Completion of the program qualifies a student to take the national Nurse Aide Assessment Program (NNAAP) Examination by Pearson Vue. Successful completion of this examination leads to licensure at a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA). Licensure is required for employment as a certified nurse aide. The... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jun 24, 2024 End Date: Aug 09, 2024
Community College: Central Virginia
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Accelerated Paramedic – FastForward

HLTH 3020001
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. If you have a financial need, you may also qualify for Financial Assistance (G3) that can pay 100% of your third. FASTFORWARD Accelerated Paramedic Regular/Full Price: $6,000 FastForward Price: $2,000 FastForward Tobacco Commission Grant... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Oct 18, 2024 End Date: Oct 17, 2025
Community College: Central Virginia
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Certified Nurse Aide Program

HLTH 3850060
Section Code: CC01
*This course is set up for administrative purposes only; please disregard class schedule. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 19, 2024 End Date: Dec 12, 2024
Community College: Patrick & Henry
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Phlebotomy Technician (HPTE)

HLTH 3010007
Section Code: ND2F
Workforce Credential Grant (WCG) This course introduces basic medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, components of health care delivery and clinical laboratory structure. It is designed to teach techniques of specimen collection, specimen handling, and patient interactions necessary in the profession of Phlebotomy. Proper methods for the collection, processing and distribution of laboratory specimens according to established procedures will be covered by the course with the emphasis on the phlebotomy techniques as well as universal precautions, legal and ethical behaviors and applicable quality control procedures. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 26, 2024 End Date: Dec 03, 2024
Community College: Southside Virginia
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Phlebotomy Technician (HPTE)

HLTH 3010007
Section Code: ND2E
Workforce Credential Grant (WCG) This course introduces basic medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, components of health care delivery and clinical laboratory structure. It is designed to teach techniques of specimen collection, specimen handling, and patient interactions necessary in the profession of Phlebotomy. Proper methods for the collection, processing and distribution of laboratory specimens according to established procedures will be covered by the course with the emphasis on the phlebotomy techniques as well as universal precautions, legal and ethical behaviors and applicable quality control procedures. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 28, 2024 End Date: Dec 05, 2024
Community College: Southside Virginia
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Clinical Medical Assistant (WCG)

HLTH 5010118
Section Code: M2N
This program prepares students to be professional medical assistants dedicated to patient care management. Graduates are equipped to assist physicians with examinations and treatments, take medical histories, perform diagnostic tests, prep and conduct ECG/EKG exams, sterilize instruments and supplies, assist with minor surgery and administer medications. The program goal is to prepare competent entry-level medical assistants in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains. The course includes tuition, textbooks, background check, drug screen, TB test, Hepatitis-B shots, study guide, practice test, NHA certification exam and a CPR... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 08, 2024 End Date: Nov 16, 2024
Community College: Mountain Gateway
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Patient Service Representative Program (PSR) (CMAA)

HLTH 4350009
Section Code: 9721
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. If you have been a Virginia resident for at least the past 12 months, you may be able to take this class for 1/3 of the full cost (FastForward price) or at $0 cost if you qualify for G3. See our G3 Financial Assistance Grant information. Please contact our office via phone (540-868-7021) or email WorkforceAID@LaurelRidge.edu prior to registering. Patient Service Representative Program (PSR) (CMAA) Program Pricing:... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 14, 2024 End Date: Jul 23, 2024
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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EKG Technician Program; WCG

HLTH 5600488
Section Code: 01FF
Students will learn and prepare for certification in EKG and phlebotomy technician, the student will conduct tests on pulmonary or cardiovascular systems of patients for diagnostic purposes. May conduct or assist in electrocardiogram, cardiac catheterizations, pulmonary functions, lung capacity, and similar test. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 28, 2024 End Date: Jul 02, 2024
Community College: New River
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Phlebotomy Technician Program

HLTH 4300149
Section Code: 9660
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. If you have been a Virginia resident for at least the past 12 months, you may be able to take this class for 1/3 of the full cost (FastForward price) or at $0 cost if you qualify for G3. See our G3 Financial Assistance Grant information. Please contact our office via phone (540-868-7021) or email WorkforceAID@LaurelRidge.edu prior to registering. Phlebotomy Technician Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $2,334 FastForward... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 06, 2024 End Date: Oct 29, 2024
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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Medical Assistant Program (CCMA)

HLTH 4300148
Section Code: 9654
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. If you have been a Virginia resident for at least the past 12 months, you may be able to take this class for 1/3 of the total cost (FastForward price) or at $0 cost if you qualify for G3. See our G3 Financial Assistance Grant information. Please contact our office via phone (540-868-7021) or email WorkforceAID@LaurelRidge.edu prior to registering. Medical Assistant Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $3,495 FastForward Price:... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Sep 16, 2024 End Date: Feb 07, 2025
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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Phlebotomy Technician Program

HLTH 4300149
Section Code: 1080
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. If you have been a Virginia resident for at least the past 12 months, you may be able to take this class for 1/3 of the full cost (FastForward price) or at $0 cost if you qualify for G3. See our G3 Financial Assistance Grant information. Please contact our office via phone (540-868-7021) or email WorkforceAID@LaurelRidge.edu prior to registering. Phlebotomy Technician Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $2,334 FastForward... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 06, 2024 End Date: Oct 29, 2024
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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Patient Service Representative Program (PSR) (CMAA)

HLTH 4350009
Section Code: 9722
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. If you have been a Virginia resident for at least the past 12 months, you may be able to take this class for 1/3 of the full cost (FastForward price) or at $0 cost if you qualify for G3. See our G3 Financial Assistance Grant information. Please contact our office via phone (540-868-7021) or email WorkforceAID@LaurelRidge.edu prior to registering. Patient Service Representative Program (PSR) (CMAA) Program Pricing:... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Sep 10, 2024 End Date: Nov 19, 2024
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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Phlebotomy Technician Program

HLTH 4300149
Section Code: 9656
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. If you have been a Virginia resident for at least the past 12 months, you may be able to take this class for 1/3 of the full cost (FastForward price) or at $0 cost if you qualify for G3. See our G3 Financial Assistance Grant information. Please contact our office via phone (540-868-7021) or email WorkforceAID@LaurelRidge.edu prior to registering. Phlebotomy Technician Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $2,334 FastForward... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Sep 17, 2024 End Date: Dec 05, 2024
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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Medical Assistant Program; CCMA/Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Certification-WCG

HLTH 5600393
Section Code: 01FF
This course teaches clinical medical assistant students information, techniques, and procedures needed to assist patients and physicians. The main objective is to provide the students with a working knowledge of most aspects of the health care industry in community and institutional practice settings. Progressive learning takes place as new information and skill sets are studied throughout the course. Upon successful completion, graduates will be eligible to apply for registration as a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant in Virginia and be prepared to take the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 23, 2024 End Date: Sep 19, 2024
Community College: New River
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FF – Certified Medical Assistant – HMCA Night with optional Life Support class

HLTH 6000007
Section Code: AS6
We will get you on the path to a career with our accelerated program! Kick off your new career as a Medical Assistant! Learn the clinical and administrative skills to work in ambulatory care settings, such as primary care offices, urgent care centers, and specialty clinics. Get ready to pass the nationally recognized CCMA exam issued by the National Heathcareer Association (NHA), in just 14 weeks. Medical Assistants are in high demand in the Roanoke area. Get on your way with our career readiness resources and networking opportunities! This is... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 21, 2024 End Date: Aug 22, 2024
Community College: Virginia Western
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Medical Assistant Program (CCMA)

HLTH 4300148
Section Code: 1110
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. If you have been a Virginia resident for at least the past 12 months, you may be able to take this class for 1/3 of the total cost (FastForward price) or at $0 cost if you qualify for G3. See our G3 Financial Assistance Grant information. Please contact our office via phone (540-868-7021) or email WorkforceAID@LaurelRidge.edu prior to registering. Medical Assistant Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $3,495 FastForward Price:... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Sep 10, 2024 End Date: Feb 01, 2025
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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Pharmacy Technician Program

HLTH 4300460
Section Code: 1128
The Pharmacy Technician Program is a dynamic and engaging educational experience designed to prepare aspiring pharmacy technicians with the knowledge, skills and hands-on training necessary for success as a pharmacy technician. This program combines rigorous coursework with practical, real-world application to prepare students for a rewarding career in pharmacy. This is a 400+ hour hybrid program that will be completed within 18 weeks. The didactic portion of the program is completed online and contains graded quizzes, unit exams, midterm, and final exam. The simulation portion of the program is observed... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 25, 2024 End Date: Nov 14, 2024
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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