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SHRM Certification Exam Preparation

HLTH 1040025
Section Code: 32E
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: Jul 02, 2025 End Date: Sep 17, 2025
Community College: Brightpoint
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NCCER Core Introductory Craft Skills – FastForward/OE

BLDG 780003
Section Code: N01P
The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Core Curriculum is a prerequisite to all other NCCER Level 1 craft curriculum (Carpentry, HVAC, Pipelaying, Pipefitter, Structural Fitter, Plumbing and Electrical). Its modules cover topics such as Basic Safety, Communication Skills and Introduction to Construction Drawings. Completing this curriculum gives the trainee the basic skills needed to continue education in any craft area he or she chooses. The program can also be helpful to the home mechanic who wants to practice basic safety when conducting home maintenance, learn to use... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 07, 2025 End Date: Jul 26, 2025
Community College: Brightpoint
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Marine Electrician Course

MANF 3700005
Section Code: P82
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: Jul 07, 2025 End Date: Jul 18, 2025
Community College: Brightpoint
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Certified Associate in Project Management-CAPM

HLTH 360025
Section Code: M02
The Certified Associate in Project Management – CAPM® shows the world that you possess the foundational knowledge and skills that project based roles demand. It proves that you are ready to take on ways of working that include predictive project management, agile principles and business analysis. Earning your CAPM equips you with all you need to start a career in project management. Course Objectives: instruct participants to understand and apply project management frameworks provide input so participants are able to describe the “what?”, “Why?” and “How?” of project management process... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Apr 26, 2025 End Date: Jun 28, 2025
Community College: Brightpoint
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NCCER: Introductory Craft Skills (HYBRID) Leads to Heavy Eq. Operator

ELEC 510013
Section Code: C10
The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) is the credentialing body for the NCCER CORE Curriculum certification. The NCCER CORE training course is a prerequisite to all other NCCER Level 1 craft curriculum in construction and industrial occupations such as carpentry, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, welding, drywall, and construction craft laborer. The NCCER standardized curricula introduces basic skills for obtaining and retaining industrial employment, including an introduction to hand tools, power tools, construction drawings, basic communication skills, basic safety, and basic employability skills. This certification-training course provides the foundational... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 06, 2025 End Date: May 29, 2025
Community College: Brightpoint
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National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) – Plumbing Level 1 (English speaking instructor is BILINGUAL in Spanish)

HLTH 510017
Section Code: P32
The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) is the credentialing body for the NCCER Plumbing level 1 certification. The NCCER Plumbing 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 Plumbing industry and it can help you get a foot-in-the-door to a helper or apprentice position. Instruction will cover topics such as Introduction to the Plumbing Profession, Plumbing Safety, Plumbing Tool, Introduction to Plumbing Math, Introduction to Plumbing Drawings, Plastic Pipe and... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 20, 2025 End Date: Aug 14, 2025
Community College: Brightpoint
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Electrical – Level 1 (FF)

MANF 5140002
Section Code: 81FF
Master the basic concepts to prepare for entry-level employment in the electrical industry. Topics include orientation to the electrical trade, circuits, electrical theory, National Electric Code, device boxes, hand bending, raceways and fittings, conductors and cables, residential electrical services and electrical test equipment. Upon successful completion of this course, students are eligible to sit for the Electrical – Level 1 credential exam offered by the National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER). Prerequisite: Successful completion of Introduction to Construction. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Apr 19, 2025 End Date: Jul 26, 2025
Community College: Brightpoint
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NCCER IM E&I Level 4 (WCG SCHED) April 21-June 30 2025

MANF 3400008
Section Code: WG1A
NCCER ( National Center for Construction Education and Research) Industrial Maintenance, Electrical and Instrumentation Level 4. Key content includes Standby and Emergency Systems, Instrument Calibration and Configuration, Basic Process, Control Elements, Transducers, and Transmitters, Control Valves, Actuators, and Positioners, Performing Loop Checks, Troubleshooting and Commissioning a Loop, Process Control Loops and Tuning, Data Networks, PLCs and Distributed Control Systems. NOTE: Must be 18 years old. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Apr 21, 2025 End Date: Jun 30, 2025
Community College: Brightpoint
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Certified Associate in Project Management – CAPM (WCG)

HLTH 5800079
Section Code: 02FF
The Certified Associate in Project Management – CAPM ® shows the world that you possess the foundational knowledge and skills that project based roles demand. It proves that you are ready to take on ways of working that include predictive project management, agile principles and business analysis. Earning your CAPM equips you with all you need to start a career in project management. Course Objectives: 1. Instruct participants to understand and apply project management frameworks, 2. Provide input so participants are able to describe the What? Why? and How? of... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Apr 26, 2025 End Date: Jun 28, 2025
Community College: Brightpoint
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Electrician Level 1

TRNS 3700006
Section Code: P82
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: Apr 28, 2025 End Date: Jul 08, 2025
Community College: Brightpoint
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Power Line Worker – WCG

TRNS 6030005
Section Code: 2
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Start Date: Apr 28, 2025 End Date: Jun 24, 2025
Community College: Brightpoint
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Core-Introductory Craft Skills (HCM)

BUSC 3850015
Section Code: CC03
This program introduces students to essential construction and manufacturing skills, the foundation of all craft programs. Successful completion of the Core curriculum is a prerequisite for any Level One craft certificate from NCCER. Core certification lays the groundwork for students to pursue an advanced training program in a specialty area like carpentry, heavy equipment operations, HVAC, plumbing, or power line worker. Its modules cover topics such as: Basic Construction Site Safety Introduction to Construction Math Introduction to Hand Tools Introduction to Power Tools Introduction to Construction Drawings Introduction to Basic... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 01, 2025 End Date: Jul 31, 2025
Community College: Brightpoint
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Solar Installation Technician – WCG

BLDG 8400002
Section Code: 01FF
Solar Technician is a fast-growing career path. Students in this program will gain hands-on experience in a specially designed solar training lab intended to simulate true-to-life conditions in the field. Those who complete the program will be trained to assemble, set up, and maintain solar systems that convert sunlight into energy. Program completers will also be eligible to take the Solar Hands-On Installation Network of Excellence (SHINE) credential. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) training is included in the course cost. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 02, 2025 End Date: May 03, 2025
Community College: Brightpoint
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Electrical Level 1 – FastForward/OE (Day)

TRNS 730014
Section Code: D02P
Course Description: This comprehensive NCCER Electrical curriculum prepares learners for a career as skilled professionals in the electrical field. It places strong emphasis on safe work practices, while covering applied electrical theory and residential, commercial, and industrial electrical knowledge and skills. Topics Covered in Course: Occupational Overview: The Electrical Industry Safety for Electricians Introduction to Electrical Circuits Electrical Theory Introduction to the National Electrical Code Device Boxes Hand Bending Wireways, Raceways and Fittings Conductors and Cables Basic electrical Construction Documents Residential Wiring Electrical test Equipment Course Requirements/Prerequisites: NCCER Core Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 05, 2025 End Date: May 23, 2025
Community College: Brightpoint
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Marine Electrician Course

TRNS 3700005
Section Code: H09
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 12, 2025 End Date: May 23, 2025
Community College: Brightpoint
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Mechatronics: Fundamentals of Fluid Power

HVAC 5050084
Section Code: 1333
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. Mechatronics Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $1,497 FastForward Price:... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 15, 2025 End Date: Jul 01, 2025
Community College: Brightpoint
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Certified Apartment Leasing Professional (CALP)

HLTH 1150001
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.... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 17, 2025 End Date: Aug 16, 2025
Community College: Brightpoint
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SHRM Certification Exam Preparation

HLTH 1040025
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: May 24, 2025 End Date: Sep 06, 2025
Community College: Brightpoint
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Core Craft Skills-SWA

HLTH 6310012
Section Code: 3
This class serves as the foundation for trade training programs. The class is structured in a live classroom environment and focuses on basic safety, construction math, hand tools, power tools, material handling, communication, and an OSHA 10 for construction certificate. OSHA 10 is a program that teaches workplace safety along with workers’ rights and responsibilities. Core Craft Skills and OSHA 10 are valuable credentials for employment in the trades industry. Prerequisite for Heavy Equipment Operation Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 27, 2025 End Date: Jun 02, 2025
Community College: Brightpoint
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Mechatronics: Fundamentals of Robotics

HVEQ 5050086
Section Code: 1338
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. Mechatronics Program Pricing: Regular/Full Price: $1,797 FastForward Price:... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 27, 2025 End Date: Jun 24, 2025
Community College: Brightpoint
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Project Management (PMP) Prep Course

HLTH 360001
Section Code: M02
The Project Management Preparation (PMBOK 7th Edition) course is interactive and provides practical application of the methodology. The approach consists of instructor-led reviews, practice exams, and realistic hands-on exercises. Participants will focus on the key terms, tools and techniques, calculations and principles required to pass the PMP exam. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Apr 14, 2025 End Date: Jun 23, 2025
Community College: Brightpoint
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Carpentry – Level 1 (FastForward Day)

TRNS 720011
Section Code: D12P
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 07, 2025 End Date: Aug 01, 2025
Community College: Blue Ridge
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Carpentry – Level 1 (FastForward)

TRNS 720011
Section Code: N03P
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 07, 2025 End Date: Aug 14, 2025
Community College: Blue Ridge
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Commercial Driver’s – Class A Tractor Trailer (FF)

ITEC 5080033
Section Code: 69FF
Skilled drivers are in high demand! Begin your new career supporting the supply chain and have the flexibility to work locally, regionally or nationally. Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL) holders are qualified to operate tractor-trailers, truck and trailer combinations, dump trucks, straight trucks, ready mix trucks, and waste management trucks – essentially any commercial vehicle on the road with exception of passenger vehicles that require a CDL. Training program consists of classroom instruction, equipment and safety checks, manual shifting skills, range practice in various backing maneuvers, and on-the-road driving.... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 12, 2025 End Date: Aug 31, 2025
Community College: Blue Ridge
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NCCER Core Introductory Craft Skills – FastForward/OE (Day)

WELD 780003
Section Code: D01P
The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Core Curriculum is a prerequisite to all other NCCER Level 1 craft curriculum (Carpentry, HVAC, Pipelaying, Pipefitter, Structural Fitter, Plumbing and Electrical). Its modules cover topics such as Basic Safety, Communication Skills and Introduction to Construction Drawings. Completing this curriculum gives the trainee the basic skills needed to continue education in any craft area he or she chooses. The program can also be helpful to the home mechanic who wants to practice basic safety when conducting home maintenance, learn to use... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 14, 2025 End Date: Jul 25, 2025
Community College: Blue Ridge
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