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Core Craft Skills Heavy Equipment

BLDG 6000021
Section Code: 2438
This class serves as the foundation to all trade apprenticeship programs. Students will learn the necessary basics to start a career in any skilled trade. Topics covered in this class are: Basic Safety, Introduction to Construction Math, Introduction to Hand Tools, Introduction to Power Tools, Introduction to Construction Drawings, Basic Communication Skills, Basic Employability Skills, and Introduction to Materials Handling. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 11, 2026 End Date: Aug 16, 2026
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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CDL-A Weekend Class

TRNS 8020004
Section Code: 1875
Course Prerequisites: A valid, unrestricted driver’s license. This license does not have to be issued in the state of Virginia. The program is able to test a student with any license issued within the United States. Be a qualified Virginia Resident (domiciled) to qualify for FastForward pricing. If you are not a Virginia resident or do not qualify for FastForward, you would pay the regular/full price of the program. The ability to pass a DOT physical and a drug screen prior to the start of class. Students should... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jun 13, 2026 End Date: Aug 02, 2026
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER)-Heavy Equipment Operator Level 1

HVEQ 510016
Section Code: C03
The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) is the credentialing body for the NCCER Heavy Equipment Operator Level 1 certification. The Heavy Equipment Operator program was developed to meet the growing employment demands for equipment operators. This class serves as the first level of training in the Heavy Equipment Operator program. Students will learn the following content: core craft skills, orientation to the trade, heavy equipment safety, identification of heavy equipment, basic operational techniques, utility tractors, introduction to earthmoving, interpreting civil drawings, and using simulator exercises for equipment basic... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Nov 18, 2026 End Date: Jan 27, 2027
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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Truck Driver Training (CDL)

TRNS 650002
Section Code: C18A
CCWA is launching a new, quality 20-day Class A training program working with an industry leader in CDL training. This comprehensive program will provide the skills and opportunities needed to be successful in a truck driving career. This program assists graduates with job placement for local, regional and over-the-road positions. Assistance with nationwide job placement is a benefit to our students and graduates. This course will certify an individual to drive Class A commercial motor vehicles. Class A vehicles are defined as any combination of vehicles with gross vehicle weight... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Nov 28, 2026 End Date: Jan 17, 2027
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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Truck Driver Training (CDL)

TRNS 650002
Section Code: P18A
CCWA is launching a new, quality 20-day Class A training program working with an industry leader in CDL training. This comprehensive program will provide the skills and opportunities needed to be successful in a truck driving career. This program assists graduates with job placement for local, regional and over-the-road positions. Assistance with nationwide job placement is a benefit to our students and graduates. This course will certify an individual to drive Class A commercial motor vehicles. Class A vehicles are defined as any combination of vehicles with gross vehicle weight... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Nov 28, 2026 End Date: Jan 17, 2027
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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Clinical Medical Assistant Program

HLTH 460002
Section Code: C09A
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: Nov 30, 2026 End Date: May 03, 2027
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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Clinical Medical Assistant Program

HLTH 460002
Section Code: C10A
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: Nov 30, 2026 End Date: May 03, 2027
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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Lean Practitioner Certification

MANF 500015
Section Code: C05A
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: Dec 01, 2026 End Date: Dec 16, 2026
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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Medication Aide

HLTH 460004
Section Code: O11A
The 68-hour Medication Administration Course is a Virginia Board of Nursing-approved program. In this program, participants will learn how to administer and assist patients in self-administering medications, including blood sugar checks and insulin injections, in the assisted living environment. The curriculum includes 44 hours of online training and 24 hours of supervised clinical instruction at an assisted living facility. Tuition includes the cost of the textbook, classroom materials, and certification exam. The application fee is not included in the tuition cost. Pre-Requisites: A certificate of completion from one of the... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Dec 02, 2026 End Date: Dec 18, 2026
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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Bridge Preservation for Inspectors (Virtual option available) REG

TRNS 570019
Section Code: M06
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. Class is available in person, OR virtually via Zoom. Students must bring valid ID & attend class in order to test on the last day. **CCWA is now offering VDOT Inspector Courses both, virtually and in-person with the exception of VDOT SiteManager for Inspectors and VDOT Surveying... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Dec 02, 2026 End Date: Dec 04, 2026
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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Truck Driver Training (CDL)

TRNS 650002
Section Code: C19A
CCWA is launching a new, quality 20-day Class A training program working with an industry leader in CDL training. This comprehensive program will provide the skills and opportunities needed to be successful in a truck driving career. This program assists graduates with job placement for local, regional and over-the-road positions. Assistance with nationwide job placement is a benefit to our students and graduates. This course will certify an individual to drive Class A commercial motor vehicles. Class A vehicles are defined as any combination of vehicles with gross vehicle weight... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Dec 07, 2026 End Date: Dec 31, 2026
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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Clinical Medical Assistant Program

HLTH 460002
Section Code: D08A
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: Dec 14, 2026 End Date: May 17, 2027
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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Clinical Medical Assistant Program

HLTH 460002
Section Code: D09A
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: Dec 14, 2026 End Date: May 17, 2027
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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CDL-A Weekday Class

TRNS 8020003
Section Code: 1891
Course Prerequisites: A valid, unrestricted driver’s license. This license does not have to be issued in the state of Virginia. The program is able to test a student with any license issued within the United States. Be a qualified Virginia Resident (domiciled) to qualify for FastForward pricing. If you are not a Virginia resident or do not qualify for FastForward, you would pay the regular/full price of the program. The ability to pass a DOT physical and a drug screen prior to the start of class. Students should... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jun 08, 2026 End Date: Jul 02, 2026
Community College: Laurel Ridge
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Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician

BLDG 510022
Section Code: P05
The Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician program prepares students for entry-level employment in maintenance in the rental housing industry. It covers interior and exterior maintenance, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and appliance repair – and includes lectures and hands-on labs. On completion, students will have met one of the requirements for the Certificate for Apartment Maintenance Technicians (CAMT) and will be eligible to take the CAMT Exam. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Oct 13, 2026 End Date: Dec 17, 2026
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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EdVA: Technical Professional Licensure (WCG)

EDUC 660096
Section Code: ED1
Professional studies coursework for those teachers who hold a provisional, Technical Professional license in Virginia. Participants must be recommended by a Virginia public school division. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 22, 2026 End Date: Dec 04, 2027
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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EdVA: Level II Classroom Management and Development and 21st Century

EDUC 660051
Section Code: EDV2
Course is for students under contract with a school division teaching in endorsement area while under a Career Switcher Provisional License. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Sep 26, 2026 End Date: Mar 27, 2027
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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NCCER: Introductory Craft Skills (HYBRID) Leads to Heavy Eq. Operator

BLDG 510013
Section Code: C03
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: Oct 20, 2026 End Date: Nov 17, 2026
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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VDOT: Intermediate Work Zone Traffic Control (WZTC) Certification ($134 for VA residents) NON FF

TRNS 570016
Section Code: C06
Price for Virginia Residents $134 (shows in Cart)The Intermediate course is required for all persons with duties that include inspection of work zone traffic control, supervisory responsibilities, VDOT Work Zone Traffic Control Coordinator responsibility, Traffic Control Supervisors and personnel with responsibility for the development of work zone safety policies and procedures. VDOT requires WZTC training every four (4) years. Participants will receive classroom instruction from the Virginia Work Area Protection Manual (VAWAPM) and its supplemental Pocket Guide, flagging operations, and Part 6 of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 10, 2026 End Date: Aug 11, 2026
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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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: Jul 21, 2026 End Date: Sep 23, 2026
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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Virginia TCS Intermediate Work Zone Traffic Control Training October- December 2026 – Online – FF (TWZF)

TRNS 2180001
Section Code: 21F
This is an online course in Canvas. THE EXAM MUST BE TAKEN BY December 4, 2026. Testing can be scheduled at VCCS community college testing centers, or the test can be taken remotely with the Respondus lockdown browser. Technical requirements are listed in your Canvas course. This class can be taken at your own pace and takes about 16 hours to complete the materials. The VA-Specific TCS 2-day course is designed to train those who will be actively involved in designing or supervising temporary traffic control in Virginia work zones. This... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Oct 01, 2026 End Date: Dec 04, 2026
Community College: Germanna
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Virginia TCS Intermediate Work Zone Traffic Control Training October-December 2026 – Online – FF 2nd USAGE (TWFR)

TRNS 2180003
Section Code: 21FR
THIS COURSE IS FOR STUDENTS USING THE FASTFORWARD DISCOUNT A SECOND TIME This is an online course in Canvas. THE EXAM MUST BE TAKEN BY DECEMBER 4, 2026. Testing can be scheduled at VCCS community college testing centers, or the test can be taken remotely with the Respondus lockdown browser. Technical requirements are listed in your Canvas course. This class can be taken at your own pace and takes about 16 hours to complete the materials. The VA-Specific TCS 2-day course is designed to train those who will be actively involved in... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Oct 01, 2026 End Date: Dec 04, 2026
Community College: Germanna
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CDL Class A Truck Driver Training: Full Time (CDS) – FF

TRNS 2170007
Section Code: CD35
With a national driver shortage of more than 230,000, trucking transport companies are hiring! GCC offers Entry-Level Driver Training to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License. Students participate in online classroom instruction, range, and on-the-road training. Upon successful completion of the required curriculum and a demonstration of the skill set needed to pass the DMV exam, the training provider will submit the driver training certification information to FMCSA via the Training Provider Registry. The student will arrange to take the CDL exam with DMV. Both full-time and part-time programs are available. The... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Dec 07, 2026 End Date: Jan 08, 2027
Community College: Germanna
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AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

ITEC 200065
Section Code: M01B
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: Jun 16, 2026 End Date: Nov 10, 2026
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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AWS Certified Solutions Architect-Associate

ITEC 200067
Section Code: M01B
The Amazon Web Services Solutions Architect Associate Certification prep program prepares participants to demonstrate the skills to architect and deploy available, cost-efficient, fall-tolerant, and scalable distributed systems on the AWS cloud platform. The AWS Certified Solutions Architect certification is among the most valuable and highly sought-after cloud computing certifications in the world. This course emphasizes on how to architect and deploy secure and robust applications, to define a solution using architectural design principles, and to provide implementation guidance based on best practices. Exam and materials included. Pre-requisite: AWS Cloud Practitioner... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jun 16, 2026 End Date: Nov 10, 2026
Community College: J. Sargeant Reynolds
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