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Welding Level 1 – FF

WELD 3250001
Section Code: 7WF
This class is a G3 eligible program. Find out more about G3 by clicking here. Students entering the Welding Level 1 class do not need prior industry experience. Students also do not need to be currently working in the field to start this program. The program is structured as a hybrid class, with a combination of both classroom with lecture and hands-on lab training, as well as online content. Students receive hands-on training using simulators, which replicates real-life operating scenarios through rotation-motion platforms and high-resolution 3D displays for excavator and... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 18, 2026 End Date: Mar 09, 2027
Community College: Germanna
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HVAC Level 1 – FF

MANF 3210001
Section Code: 26HF
This class is a G3 eligible program. Find out more about G3 by clicking here. Students entering the Level 1 HVAC class do not need prior industry experience. Students also do not need to be currently working for an HVAC employer to start this program. The program is structured as a hybrid class, with a combination of both classroom with lecture and hands-on lab training, as well as online content. Many students successfully work full-time and part-time while attending the program. The Level 1 class introduces students to the following:... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 19, 2026 End Date: Mar 10, 2027
Community College: Germanna
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HVAC Level 3 – FF

MANF 3210006
Section Code: 30HF
This class is a G3 eligible program. Find out more about G3 by clicking here. The program is structured as a hybrid class, with a combination of both classroom with lecture and hands-on lab training, as well as online content. Many students successfully work full-time and part-time while attending the program. The Level 3 class expands upon Levels 1-2 and introduces students to the following: Fasteners, Hardware and Wiring Terminations, Control Circuit and Motor Troubleshooting, Troubleshooting Cooling, Troubleshooting Heat Pumps, Troubleshooting Gas Heating, Troubleshooting Oil Heating, Troubleshooting Accessories, Zoning, Ductless... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 19, 2026 End Date: Mar 10, 2027
Community College: Germanna
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Welding Level 2 – FF

WELD 3250003
Section Code: 11WF
This class is a G3 eligible program. Find out more about G3 by clicking here. Students entering the Welding Level 2 class need to have completed NCCER Welding Level 1. NCCER’s Welding Level 2 builds upon Level 1, expanding training in key areas like, welding symbols, reading detail drawings, and advanced welding processes like GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) and FCAW (Flux-Corde Arch Welding). It also covers topics like physical and mechanical properties of metals, preheating, and post heating. Textbook is included for the course. Prerequisite REQUIRED for class: Welding... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 19, 2026 End Date: Mar 10, 2027
Community College: Germanna
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HVAC Level 1 – FF

MANF 3210001
Section Code: 27HF
This class is a G3 eligible program. Find out more about G3 by clicking here. Students entering the Level 1 HVAC class do not need prior industry experience. Students also do not need to be currently working for an HVAC employer to start this program. The program is structured as a hybrid class, with a combination of both classroom with lecture and hands-on lab training, as well as online content. Many students successfully work full-time and part-time while attending the program. The Level 1 class introduces students to the following:... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 20, 2026 End Date: Mar 11, 2027
Community College: Germanna
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HVAC Level 4 – FF

MANF 3210007
Section Code: 31HF
This class is a G3 eligible program. Find out more about G3 by clicking here. The program is structured as a hybrid class, with a combination of both classroom with lecture and hands-on lab training, as well as online content. Many students successfully work full-time and part-time while attending the program. The Level 3 class expands upon Levels 1-2 and introduces students to the following: Water Treatment, Indoor Air Quality, Energy Conservation Equipment, Building Management Systems, System Air Balancing, Construction Drawings and Specifications, Heating and Cooling System Design, Commercial and... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 20, 2026 End Date: Mar 11, 2027
Community College: Germanna
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Welding Level 1 – FF

WELD 3250001
Section Code: 8WF
This class is a G3 eligible program. Find out more about G3 by clicking here. Students entering the Welding Level 1 class do not need prior industry experience. Students also do not need to be currently working in the field to start this program. The program is structured as a hybrid class, with a combination of both classroom with lecture and hands-on lab training, as well as online content. Students receive hands-on training using simulators, which replicates real-life operating scenarios through rotation-motion platforms and high-resolution 3D displays for excavator and... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 20, 2026 End Date: Mar 11, 2027
Community College: Germanna
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Welding Level 1 – FF

WELD 3250001
Section Code: 9WF
This class is a G3 eligible program. Find out more about G3 by clicking here. Students entering the Welding Level 1 class do not need prior industry experience. Students also do not need to be currently working in the field to start this program. The program is structured as a hybrid class, with a combination of both classroom with lecture and hands-on lab training, as well as online content. Students receive hands-on training using simulators, which replicates real-life operating scenarios through rotation-motion platforms and high-resolution 3D displays for excavator and... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 21, 2026 End Date: Mar 12, 2027
Community College: Germanna
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Core Craft Skills – FF

MANF 3100006
Section Code: 39CF
This class is a G3 eligible program. Find out more about G3 by clicking here. This class serves as the foundation to all NCCER trade programs. Structured as a hybrid class, a combination of on-line training and live classroom/lab training, students learn the necessary basics to start a career in any skilled trade. Students also do not need to be currently working for a trades employer to start this program. Many students successfully work full-time and part-time while attending the program. Topics covered in this class include Basic Safety, Introduction... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 22, 2026 End Date: Nov 07, 2026
Community College: Germanna
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AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

ITEC 200065
Section Code: M02A
The Amazon Web Services Cloud Practitioner Certification prep program prepares participants to develop a fundamental understanding of the AWS Cloud platform. This course emphasizes AWS Cloud concepts and characteristics, core AWS services, security and compliance, architectural principles, account management, and technical assistance. This certification is the foundational level certification for AWS Associate-level or Specialty certifications. Exam and materials included. Classes are held online via Zoom and Canvas through the AWS platform. Class structure will include 40 hours of synchronous instruction and will require additional asynchronous study time for preparation of exam.... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Sep 08, 2026 End Date: Nov 24, 2026
Community College: Brightpoint
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FF – CompTIA Linux+ ICLC

ITEC 4710003
Section Code: AZ1
To Apply for this funding search and enroll into the Grant Funding Pre-Qualification Class Grant Funding Screening Class This online course is designed to develop the expertise needed to configure, manage, and troubleshoot Linux systems, a core requirement for IT professionals in today’s technology-driven world. You will gain hands-on experience in Linux system administration, mastering skills like system installation, software management, networking, security, and cloud integration. The curriculum, aligned with CompTIA Linux+ XK0-005 certification objectives, will be taught by an instructor with extensive real-world experience. The course covers key areas... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jun 18, 2026 End Date: Jul 31, 2026
Community College: Virginia Western
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FF – Machining – CNC Milling Operator CMOP

MANF 7110003
Section Code: A1
To Apply for this funding search and enroll into the Grant Funding Pre-Qualification Class Grant Funding Screening Class The Machining – Milling course is a hands-on course where you will learn the fundamentals of using a milling machine in a manufacturing environment. You will learn part set up, squaring parts, facing, drilling, taping, boring, cutting keyways, tramming, position and perpendicularity verification, work holding concepts and devices, offset adjustments, maching controls, establishing XY Zero and other operations as well as basic CNC program editing. Instruction will also include applicable shop safety,... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 06, 2026 End Date: Sep 02, 2026
Community College: Virginia Western
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FF – Electricity – AC, DC & Multimeters MACE

ENGR 8000001
Section Code: A1
To Apply for this funding search and enroll into the Grant Funding Pre-Qualification Class Grant Funding Screening Class Decrease production downtime, improve efficiency, and increase output by understanding electricity and how to work with it safely. This course has been specifically developed to provide learners with the knowledge and skills required to enable them to work safely and effectively with electricity. The lab components of the training offer the learner the opportunity to build, test, and troubleshoot AC/DC circuits and to examine the operating voltages and currents related to proper... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 17, 2026 End Date: Aug 14, 2026
Community College: Virginia Western
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FF – Machining Fundamentals I MNM1

MANF 7110004
Section Code: A1
To Apply for this funding search and enroll into the Grant Funding Pre-Qualification Class Grant Funding Screening Class Machining Fundamentals I and II are foundational for the study of metals formation methods, processes, related equipment, and tools of industry. It requires the student to understand shop safety practices, job planning, math and measurement for precision machining, interpreting drawings, machining feeds and speeds, precision measuring instruments, layout tools and procedures, hand tools and bench work, metal cutting saws and drilling machines. Students must be registered for both Machining Fundamentals I and... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 11, 2026 End Date: Sep 22, 2026
Community College: Virginia Western
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FF – Machining Fundamentals II MNJ1

MANF 7110008
Section Code: A1
To Apply for this funding search and enroll into the Grant Funding Pre-Qualification Class Grant Funding Screening Class Machining Fundamentals I and II are foundational for the study of metals formation methods, processes, related equipment, and tools of industry. It requires the student to understand shop safety practices, job planning, math and measurement for precision machining, interpreting drawings, machining feeds and speeds, precision measuring instruments, layout tools and procedures, hand tools and bench work, metal cutting saws and drilling machines. Students must be registered for both Machining Fundamentals I and... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 13, 2026 End Date: Sep 24, 2026
Community College: Virginia Western
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FF – Machining Turning: Operator CTOP

MANF 7110005
Section Code: A1
To Apply for this funding search and enroll into the Grant Funding Pre-Qualification Class Grant Funding Screening Class The Machining – Turning course is a hands-on course where you will learn the fundamentals of using a lathe in a manufacturing environment. You will learn facing, turning, drilling, turning angles, work holding concepts and devices, and other operations as well as conversational programming and basic CNC program editing. Instruction will also include applicable shop safety, precision measurement, and how to interpret drawings including dimensioning and tolerances. CREDENTIALS: Students completing the course... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Apr 07, 2026 End Date: Jun 09, 2026
Community College: Virginia Western
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FF – Machining Fundamentals II MNJ1

MANF 7110008
Section Code: A2
To Apply for this funding search and enroll into the Grant Funding Pre-Qualification Class Grant Funding Screening Class Machining Fundamentals I and II are foundational for the study of metals formation methods, processes, related equipment, and tools of industry. It requires the student to understand shop safety practices, job planning, math and measurement for precision machining, interpreting drawings, machining feeds and speeds, precision measuring instruments, layout tools and procedures, hand tools and bench work, metal cutting saws and drilling machines. Students must be registered for both Machining Fundamentals I and... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Apr 27, 2026 End Date: Jun 15, 2026
Community College: Virginia Western
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FF – Machining Fundamentals I MNM1

MANF 7110004
Section Code: A2
To Apply for this funding search and enroll into the Grant Funding Pre-Qualification Class Grant Funding Screening Class Machining Fundamentals I and II are foundational for the study of metals formation methods, processes, related equipment, and tools of industry. It requires the student to understand shop safety practices, job planning, math and measurement for precision machining, interpreting drawings, machining feeds and speeds, precision measuring instruments, layout tools and procedures, hand tools and bench work, metal cutting saws and drilling machines. Students must be registered for both Machining Fundamentals I and... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Apr 29, 2026 End Date: Jun 10, 2026
Community College: Virginia Western
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Marine Electrician Course

ELEC 3700005
Section Code: P80
Students will learn the importance of first time quality and quality work in general, basic ship terms and compartmentation, basic math (including using fractions and 1/10ths of an inch), equipment mounting techniques and the use of basic hand tools, ruler reading/basic measurement, cableway and cable installation, cable cut-in and hook-up practices (USN style receptacles, lighting, power distribution boxes (single and 3 phase) and connection boxes, and electrical safety-An understanding of the NNS process to perform an Absence of Voltage check. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 11, 2026 End Date: May 22, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Certified Ethical Hacker

ITEC 5100005
Section Code: D01
The Certified Ethical Hacker Program certifies individuals in the specific network security discipline of Ethical Hacking from a vendor-neutral perspective. The Certified Ethical Hacker certification will fortify the application knowledge of security officers, auditors, security professionals, site administrators, and anyone who is concerned about the integrity of the network infrastructure. A Certified Ethical Hacker is a skilled professional who understands and knows how to look for the weaknesses and vulnerabilities in target systems and uses the same knowledge and tools as a malicious hacker. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 02, 2026 End Date: Jul 25, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Security+ Professional Certification Program

ITEC 5100003
Section Code: D01
Security+ is a CompTIA certification that measures the technical knowledge of networking professionals in the IT industry. The Security+ certification is targeted for candidates with at least two years on-the-job networking experience with an emphasis on security, for students that have passed CompTIA’s A+ or Network+ exams. Earning a CompTIA Security+ certification demonstrates proof of your expertise in security topics, such as communication security, infrastructure security, cryptography, access control, authentication, external attack and operational and organization security. Increasingly, government agencies and contractors in the U.S. are having to comply with new laws... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 07, 2026 End Date: Aug 29, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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FF – Certified Nurse Aide HCNA

HLTH 6450003
Section Code: A2
To Apply for this funding search and enroll into the Grant Funding Pre-Qualification Class Grant Funding Screening Class Get started in your nursing career with an entry-level job as a nurse aide. As a certified nurse aide (CNA), you will be a vital member of the patient care team in hospitals, long-term care facilities, assisted living facilities, and home health agencies. This Virginia Board of Nursing approved program combines four weeks of classroom education with I week (40 hours) of clinical externship to learn the technical and soft skills our... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Mar 05, 2026 End Date: Apr 28, 2026
Community College: Virginia Western
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FF – Fundamentals of Fluid Power

MANF 8050002
Section Code: AJ1
Come to this class to learn how to do the real heavy lifting – using the principles of hydraulics and pneumatics! Power up a system that will take a human design and multiply the force to perform incredible feats. Fluid Power (Hydraulics and Pneumatics) are widely used methods of energy transmission used extensively on industrial, construction and agricultural machinery. Learn the building blocks of advanced systems: air compressors, power units, filters, pressure control valves, directional control valves, speed control valves, linear and rotary actuators, and more. It is recommended that students... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Apr 17, 2026 End Date: May 22, 2026
Community College: Virginia Western
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FF – Precision Measuring

ENGR 8010001
Section Code: A1
To Apply for this funding search and enroll into the Grant Funding Pre-Qualification Class Grant Funding Screening Class Precision measuring is the cornerstone of quality in products and services that many people and organizations rely on each day. Starrett, Snap-on, and MC2 combined their industrial experience and expertise to create certifications that include hands-on training on instruments that are vital to engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, power generation, and natural resources, to name a few. Those who earn these certifications will be proficient in the use of a variety of instruments ranging... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jun 01, 2026 End Date: Aug 03, 2026
Community College: Virginia Western
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FF – Certified Nurse Aide HCNA

HLTH 6450003
Section Code: A1
To Apply for this funding search and enroll into the Grant Funding Pre-Qualification Class Grant Funding Screening Class Get started in your nursing career with an entry-level job as a nurse aide. As a certified nurse aide (CNA), you will be a vital member of the patient care team in hospitals, long-term care facilities, assisted living facilities, and home health agencies. This Virginia Board of Nursing approved program combines four weeks of classroom education with I week (40 hours) of clinical externship to learn the technical and soft skills our... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jun 11, 2026 End Date: Jul 28, 2026
Community College: Virginia Western
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