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Welding 1 – FastForward (VTI)

WELD 1790003
Section Code: WS01
Foundations of Welding is a practical course combining lecture and hands-on instruction. Topics addressed include: Welding Safety, Oxyfuel Cutting, Plasma Arc Cutting, Air Carbon Arc Cutting and Gouging, Base Metal Preparation, Weld Quality, SMAW – Equipment and Setup, Shielded Metal Arc Electrodes, and SMAW – Beads and Fillet Welds. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 18, 2025 End Date: Dec 03, 2025
Community College: Central Virginia
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Carpentry 3 – FastForward

BLDG 1680003
Section Code: WS01
Advanced Carpentry is a practical course combining lecture and hand-on instruction. Topic include: Rigging Equipment; Rigging Practices; Properties of Concrete; Reinforcing Concrete; Handling and Placing Concrete; Trenching and Excavating; Foundations and Slab-on-Grade; Vertical Formwork; Horizontal Formwork; Tilt-Up Wall Panels. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 19, 2025 End Date: Dec 04, 2025
Community College: Central Virginia
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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: Aug 19, 2025 End Date: Dec 09, 2025
Community College: Central Virginia
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SHRM Certification Preparation Class – SHRM-CP

BUSC 1050003
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 SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) Regular/Full Price: $2,070 FastForward Price: $690 FastForward Tobacco Commission Grant... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 19, 2025 End Date: Nov 11, 2025
Community College: Central Virginia
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SHRM Certification Prep Class – SHRM-SCP (WCG)

BUSC 1050004
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 SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) Regular/Full Price: $2,070 FastForward Price: $690 FastForward Tobacco Commission Grant... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 19, 2025 End Date: Nov 11, 2025
Community College: Central Virginia
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Electrical 2- FastForward

ELEC 2060002
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 NCCER Electrical 2 PRICING: Regular/Full Price: $3,450 FastForward Price: $1,150 FastForward plus Tobacco... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 19, 2025 End Date: Dec 09, 2025
Community College: Central Virginia
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Electrical 2- FastForward (VTI)

ELEC 2060002
Section Code: WS02
Intermediate Electricity is a practical course combining lecture and hands-on instruction. Topics include: Alternating Current; Motors: Theory and Application; Electric Lighting; Conduit Bending, Pull and Junction Boxes; Conductor Installations; Cable Tray; Conductor Terminations and Splices; Grounding and Bonding; Circuit Breakers and Fuses; Control Systems and Fundamental Concepts. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 19, 2025 End Date: Dec 04, 2025
Community College: Central Virginia
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Electrical 4 – FastForward (VTI)

ELEC 2230002
Section Code: WS02
Special Topics in Electricity is a practical course combining lectures and hands-on instruction. Topics include; Load Calculations-Feeders and Services; Health Care Facilities; Standby and Emergency Systems; Basic Electronic Theory; Fire Alarm Systems; Specialty Transformers; Advanced Controls; HVAC Controls; Heat Tracing and Freeze Protection; Motor Operations and Maintenance; Medium-Voltage Terminations/Splices; Special Locations; Introductory Skills for the Crew Leader. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 19, 2025 End Date: Dec 04, 2025
Community College: Central Virginia
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HVAC 3 – FastForward (VTI)

HVAC 2310002
Section Code: WS02
Advanced HVAC is a practical course combining lecture and hands-on instruction. Topics include: 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, and variable refrigerant flow systems, commercial hydronic systems, steam systems, retail refrigeration systems, and customer relations. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 19, 2025 End Date: Dec 04, 2025
Community College: Central Virginia
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Advanced Emergency Medical Technician- FastForward

HLTH 2380001
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 ADVANCED EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN Regular/Full Price: $3,201 FastForward Price: $1,067 FastForward Tobacco... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jun 03, 2025 End Date: Aug 05, 2025
Community College: Central Virginia
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Certified Nurse Aide Education Program – FastForward

HLTH 2210003
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 Nurse Aide PRICING: Regular/Full Price: $3,450 FastForward Price: $1,150 FastForward plus Tobacco... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jun 09, 2025 End Date: Aug 08, 2025
Community College: Central Virginia
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Commercial Drivers License

TRNS 1270004
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 (FANTIC) that can pay 100% of your third. FASTFORWARD COMMERCIAL DRIVER’S LICENSE PROGRAM PRICING: Regular/Full Price: $6,000 FastForward Price: $2,000 FastForward plus Tobacco... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jun 09, 2025 End Date: Jul 03, 2025
Community College: Central Virginia
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Clinical Medical Assistant- FastForward

HLTH 1650005
Section Code: WS03
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 CLINICAL MEDICAL ASSISTANT Regular/Full Price: $3,900 FastForward Price: $1,300 Tobacco Commission Grant... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 21, 2025 End Date: Oct 06, 2025
Community College: Central Virginia
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Phlebotomy Program – FastForward

HLTH 1950003
Section Code: WS03
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 PHLEBOTOMY Regular/Full Price: $3,000 FastForward Price: $1,000 Tobacco Commission Grant Price: $500 G3... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 04, 2025 End Date: Oct 27, 2025
Community College: Central Virginia
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Electrical 1-FastForward

ELEC 1940003
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 NCCER Electrical 1 PRICING: Regular/Full Price: $2,850 FastForward Price: $950 FastForward plus Tobacco... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 18, 2025 End Date: Dec 15, 2025
Community College: Central Virginia
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Commercial Driver’s License Class A

TRNS 6210014
Section Code: 3
Get the skills to become a CDL Class A commercial driver through this intensive program of classroom, practice range, and over-the-road training. Our CDL faculty/staff are DMV certified examiners; final skills testing now provided on-site. Please contact Jim Butler, Program Director or Bill Byrd, Program Coordinator for information regarding training options and registration assistance. Jim Butler: 540-453-2218 or butlerj@brcc.edu Course prerequisite: Class A Learner’s Permit and current DOT (Department of Transportation) physical. BRCC currently has scholarship funding to defray the cost of many workforce courses – such as Commercial Driver’s... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Nov 03, 2025 End Date: Dec 12, 2025
Community College: Blue Ridge
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Welding Fundamentals – Summer 2025 Weekend

WELD 6500004
Section Code: 3
Learn and practice the basic welding processes most commonly used in industrial fabrication: Oxy-Fuel Welding, Brazing and Cutting along with Plasma Cutting, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, Shielded Metal Arc Welding, and Gas Metal Arc Welding (including Flux-Core Welding). Covers safety procedures, common shop procedures, welding tools and equipment, and welding drawing interpretation. The second part of the class will focus on refining skills required to make flat, vertical and overhead welds on Steel Plate. You’ll be engaged in extensive practice welding using the FCAW (Flux Cored Arc Welding) process. The... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 26, 2025 End Date: Sep 21, 2025
Community College: Blue Ridge
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CompTIA A+ Certification Review

ITEC 5410014
Section Code: 1
Need guidance or a review to assist you in preparing to take the CompTIA A+ Certification Exams? Build your knowledge of the core exam objectives through material overviews, both exam and performance practice questions, and study materials in this preparation class. An added bonus – both the textbook and the two test vouchers are included as part of the course material! Upon completion of the course, you should feel prepared to take the certification exams at a local Testing Center or online – either at the college or in your... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 04, 2025 End Date: Oct 09, 2025
Community College: Blue Ridge
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Welding Fundamentals – Summer 2025 Evening

WELD 6500004
Section Code: 4
Learn and practice the basic welding processes most commonly used in industrial fabrication: Oxy-Fuel Welding, Brazing and Cutting along with Plasma Cutting, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, Shielded Metal Arc Welding, and Gas Metal Arc Welding (including Flux-Core Welding). Covers safety procedures, common shop procedures, welding tools and equipment, and welding drawing interpretation. The second part of the class will focus on refining skills required to make flat, vertical and overhead welds on Steel Plate. You’ll be engaged in extensive practice welding using the FCAW (Flux Cored Arc Welding) process. The... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 04, 2025 End Date: Dec 02, 2025
Community College: Blue Ridge
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Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Fall 2025 – evening

HLTH 3310269
Section Code: 2
Have you always wanted to make a meaningful difference in a person’s life? Medical Assisting is one of the fastest growing careers, and just may be for you. Learn to perform basic medical office responsibilities such as reception skills, handling insurance, coding, blood draws, medication administration, vital signs, electrocardiogram, professionalism, and more. This course prepares students for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certification through National Healthcareers Association (NHA). Class meets Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30-9:30pm in person, on campus Certification Exam – day and time TBD Note: In addition to... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 26, 2025 End Date: Dec 11, 2025
Community College: Blue Ridge
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Sterile Processing Technician Fall 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. Prerequisite: Attend Free Healthcare Orientation Session at BRCC. To register for an orientation, visit our website: https://www.brcc.edu/workforce-development/healthcare/ This class is an online class: Canvas & Zoom and off campus for labs Each student is required to complete an externship. The instructor will coordinate externship placement. Textbook(s), online resources and one certification testing fee included... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 26, 2025 End Date: Dec 18, 2025
Community College: Blue Ridge
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Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Fall 2025 – weekend

HLTH 3310269
Section Code: 3
Have you always wanted to make a meaningful difference in a person’s life? Medical Assisting is one of the fastest growing careers, and just may be for you. Learn to perform basic medical office responsibilities such as reception skills, handling insurance, coding, blood draws, medication administration, vital signs, electrocardiogram, professionalism, and more. This course prepares students for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certification through National Healthcareers Association (NHA). Class meets 8/30/25 – 11/22/25 – every Saturday in-person, on campus from 9am-3:30 pm and every Wednesday, via Zoom from 6-8pm Certification... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 30, 2025 End Date: Nov 22, 2025
Community College: Blue Ridge
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Commercial Driver’s License Class A – weekend

TRNS 6210014
Section Code: 4
Get the skills to become a CDL Class A commercial driver through this intensive program of classroom, practice range, and over-the-road training. Our CDL faculty/staff are DMV certified examiners; final skills testing now provided on-site. Please contact Jim Butler, Program Director or Bill Byrd, Program Coordinator for information regarding training options and registration assistance. Jim Butler: 540-453-2218 or butlerj@brcc.edu Course prerequisite: Class A Learner’s Permit and current DOT (Department of Transportation) physical. BRCC currently has scholarship funding to defray the cost of many workforce courses – such as Commercial... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 30, 2025 End Date: Nov 16, 2025
Community College: Blue Ridge
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Amazon Web Services (AWS) Cloud Practitioner

ITEC 5410017
Section Code: 1
Amazon Web Services (AWS) certifications are some of the most sought after credentials in the IT industry. Start your way to a new, rewarding career as a cloud professional with the AWS Cloud Practitioner certification. In this class you will have the opportunity to get an excellent introductory understanding of the AWS Cloud platform, along with knowledge about AWS core security architecture, pricing, services, and support methods. There are no prerequisites for this class, however, Zoom familiarity, basic IT knowledge or IT background IS required to be successful. Registration/paperwork completion... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Sep 16, 2025 End Date: Oct 09, 2025
Community College: Blue Ridge
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CompTIA Network+ Certification Review

ITEC 5410012
Section Code: 1
Earning the CompTIA Network+ Certification shows that you possess the knowledge needed to configure and operate a variety of networking products and are ready to take on the job responsibilities of basic network administration, support, implementation, and troubleshooting. This review class focuses on the Network+ N10-009 exam objectives and supplies the materials needed to understand the topics related to computer networking through objectives overviews, both exam and performance practice questions, and study materials. Upon completion of the course, you should feel ready to take the certification exam at... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Oct 06, 2025 End Date: Dec 11, 2025
Community College: Blue Ridge
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