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FCAW Flux Cored Arc Welding

WELD 3900003
Section Code: W05
Students will learn to perform ¼”, 3/8”, 5/8” and ½” fillet welds in horizontal (2F), vertical (3F), and overhead (4F) positions. In addition, students will learn safe practices, FCAW welding theory, welding terms and definitions, and visual inspection techniques for FCAW welds. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jan 12, 2026 End Date: Feb 19, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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NEW! CDL: Class A Tractor Trailer Training

TRNS 6000004
Section Code: H158
Did you know? Truck driving is currently one of the most in-demand careers in the country, which means companies are eager to hire safe, qualified drivers. Right now the average annual starting salary for a Virginia CDL driver is above $63,000! VPCC’s CDL Training: Class A (E Restriction – Automatic Shift) Truck driver training curriculum teaches students how to inspect and operate tractor-trailers and to assume driver responsibilities on the road and at pickup/delivery points. Learn all about vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations (DOT 380-397... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jan 20, 2026 End Date: Feb 12, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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MTT Welding Level 1

WELD 3900033
Section Code: P92
This 120 hour/3week MTT Welding course will cover the basics of stick welding with the AWS certification test included on the last day of class. The course provides the skills necessary for entry-level employment in the ship repair industry. Students for this class will be screened and selected by the Virginia Ship Repair Association (VSRP). For selection requirements, please see shiprepairtraining.com. In a partnership with the Virginia Ship Repair Association, students selected for this program may enter into direct employment with a partner employer of VSRA. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Dec 01, 2025 End Date: Dec 19, 2025
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Marine Electrician Course

ELEC 3700005
Section Code: P88
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: Dec 01, 2025 End Date: Dec 12, 2025
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Marine Electrician Course

ELEC 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: Dec 01, 2025 End Date: Dec 12, 2025
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Electrician Level 2

ELEC 3700007
Section Code: W01
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. They will cut-in and hook-up various fixtures with grounding and connections correct to Code. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Dec 01, 2025 End Date: Feb 27, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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MTT Welding Level 3

WELD 3900034
Section Code: P94
Students will use the FCAW process to perform basic welding tasks in the 2F-Horizontal Fillet, 3F- Vertical Fillet and 4F overhead fillet weld positions. This course is 120 hours long and will be completed in 3 weeks working full-time. This course includes instructor delivery, physical demonstrations, hands-on practice, time to refine skills and review, practice welds, and final weld sample performed by the trainee in horizontal, vertical, and overhead welding positions. This sample will be retained and evaluated for acceptability using industry standards. Terminal objective: Given welding equipment and tools,... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Dec 01, 2025 End Date: Dec 19, 2025
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) – Fastforward (VB Cohort 33)

HLTH 300326
Section Code: N12B
Certified Phlebotomy Technician CPT are healthcare professionals responsible for obtaining patient specimens. Laboratories, employers and hospitals have an increasing demand for phlebotomists. Each day this program introduces basic medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, components of health care delivery and clinical laboratory structure. In this course students learn how to safely and effectively draw blood using venipuncture and capillary puncture methods for adults and children, plus finger sticks or heel sticks for young children and infants. Non-blood specimen collection (urinalysis, throat swab, and buccal swabs) practices are also part of the curriculum.... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Feb 12, 2026 End Date: Apr 25, 2026
Community College: Tidewater
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Certified Professional Medical Auditor (CPMA) OE/FF Cohort 3

HLTH 300515
Section Code: O03R
Course Description The focus of this class is learning the rules for the ICD-10-CM/CPT/HCPCS and ICD-10 coding systems and applying the rules for auditing patient services and to provide hands-on auditing requirements of the medical terminology and body systems needed to code correctly. It covers physician and outpatient billing, claims processing, laws and statutes, reimbursement, within the framework for auditing ethics, HIPAA, and customer care. Prerequisites and/or Co-requisites High School Diploma or GED (May be asked to provide proof) Completed MBC course and CBCS credential Completed CPC course and CPC-A... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jan 21, 2026 End Date: May 23, 2026
Community College: Tidewater
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Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) – FastForward/OE (Cohort 38)

WELD 710021
Section Code: N11P
This course is designed for the basic needs of the manufacturing student, including instruction and practice in grinding, cutting, and Shielded Metal Arc Welding in various positions. Topics covered including safe use of welding equipment and machinery, grinders and various tools used in the welding field. Course is designed to teach the student to weld using 3/32” and 1/8” E7018 electrodes in various positions. The student will safely set up welding equipment, learn how to adjust it, and how to operate it. Students will learn the skills it takes to... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Mar 16, 2026 End Date: May 11, 2026
Community College: Tidewater
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Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG) – FastForward/OE (Cohort 33)

WELD 710024
Section Code: N04P
This 140-hour course teaches MIG welding steel, carried out on DC electrode (.045 welding wire) positive polarity. This course will teach proper welding techniques and disciplines to successfully complete a Fillet, Lap, and Outside Corner set up. MIG welding will be practiced using three positions, flat (1G), horizontal (2G), and vertical (3G). Emphasizing welding safety, grinding safety, welding defects (causes and cures) and welding procedures. Tuition includes all books, supplies, and personal protective equipment (PPE). After successfully passing this course there will be an opportunity to take the AWS Certification... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Mar 16, 2026 End Date: May 07, 2026
Community College: Tidewater
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Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) – Fastforward/OE

WELD 710030
Section Code: N04P
This course is designed for the basic needs of the manufacturing student, including instruction and practice in grinding, cutting, and Flux Core Welding in various positions. Topics Covered including safe use of welding equipment and machinery, grinders, and various tools used in the welding field. This course is designed to teach the student proper welding techniques using .045 wire in various positions. The student will safely set up welding equipment, learn how to adjust it, how to operate it, and how to weld in various positions. After successfully passing this course... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Mar 16, 2026 End Date: Apr 30, 2026
Community College: Tidewater
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Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) – OE/FF

WELD 710035
Section Code: N04P
Course is designed for the basic needs of the manufacturing student, including instruction and practice in grinding, cutting, and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding in various positions (flat & horizontal). Topics covered including safe use of welding equipment and machinery, grinders and various tools used in the welding field. This course is designed to teach the student proper welding techniques using various tungsten on carbon steel and aluminum. The student will safely set up welding equipment, learn how to adjust it, how to operate it, and how to weld in various... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Mar 16, 2026 End Date: Apr 30, 2026
Community College: Tidewater
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HVAC Level 2

HVAC 3400009
Section Code: H01
Students will be exposed to Commercial Airside Systems, Chimneys, Vents, and Flues, Introduction to Hydronic Systems, Air Quality Equipment, Leak Detection, Evacuation, Recovery, and Charging, Alternating Current, Basic Electronics, Introduction to Control Circuit Troubleshooting, Troubleshooting Gas Heating, Troubleshooting Cooling, Heat Pumps, Basic Installation and Maintenance Practices, Sheet Metal Duct Systems, and Fiberglass and Flexible Duct Systems. Upon completion of the course, should be successfully in passing the NCCER HVAC Level 2 exam. Prerequisite- Successful completion of HVAC Level 1. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jan 12, 2026 End Date: Apr 10, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Introductory Craft Skills – NCCER Core

MANF 3500021
Section Code: P80
The NCCER Core Curriculum-Introductory Craft Skills is a prerequisite to all Electrical NCCER Level 1 craft curriculum. The course includes key content such as Basic Safety, Introduction to Construction Math, Introduction to Hand Tools, Introduction to Power Tools, Construction Drawings, Basic Rigging, Basic Communication Skills, Basic Employability Skills and Introduction to Materials Handling. Upon successful completion of this course the student will have a good foundation on which to build any of the specific NCCER crafts. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jan 12, 2026 End Date: Feb 16, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) – FastForward/OE (Cohort 39)

WELD 710021
Section Code: N12P
This course is designed for the basic needs of the manufacturing student, including instruction and practice in grinding, cutting, and Shielded Metal Arc Welding in various positions. Topics covered including safe use of welding equipment and machinery, grinders and various tools used in the welding field. Course is designed to teach the student to weld using 3/32” and 1/8” E7018 electrodes in various positions. The student will safely set up welding equipment, learn how to adjust it, and how to operate it. Students will learn the skills it takes to... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 18, 2026 End Date: Jul 15, 2026
Community College: Tidewater
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Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG) – FastForward/OE (Cohort 34)

WELD 710024
Section Code: N05P
This 140-hour course teaches MIG welding steel, carried out on DC electrode (.045 welding wire) positive polarity. This course will teach proper welding techniques and disciplines to successfully complete a Fillet, Lap, and Outside Corner set up. MIG welding will be practiced using three positions, flat (1G), horizontal (2G), and vertical (3G). Emphasizing welding safety, grinding safety, welding defects (causes and cures) and welding procedures. Tuition includes all books, supplies, and personal protective equipment (PPE). After successfully passing this course there will be an opportunity to take the AWS Certification... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 18, 2026 End Date: Jul 13, 2026
Community College: Tidewater
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Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) – Fastforward/OE

WELD 710030
Section Code: N05P
This course is designed for the basic needs of the manufacturing student, including instruction and practice in grinding, cutting, and Flux Core Welding in various positions. Topics Covered including safe use of welding equipment and machinery, grinders, and various tools used in the welding field. This course is designed to teach the student proper welding techniques using .045 wire in various positions. The student will safely set up welding equipment, learn how to adjust it, how to operate it, and how to weld in various positions. After successfully passing this course... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 18, 2026 End Date: Jul 06, 2026
Community College: Tidewater
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Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) – OE/FF

WELD 710035
Section Code: N05P
Course is designed for the basic needs of the manufacturing student, including instruction and practice in grinding, cutting, and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding in various positions (flat & horizontal). Topics covered including safe use of welding equipment and machinery, grinders and various tools used in the welding field. This course is designed to teach the student proper welding techniques using various tungsten on carbon steel and aluminum. The student will safely set up welding equipment, learn how to adjust it, how to operate it, and how to weld in various... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 18, 2026 End Date: Jul 06, 2026
Community College: Tidewater
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Clinical Medical Assistant (FastForward – TriCity Cohort 22)

HLTH 300221
Section Code: H03P
Clinical Medical Assistants (CMAs) are a vital part of clinical patient care. Because CMAs are trained to perform so many different tasks, they are in great demand in the workforce. The CMA is the most versatile member of the healthcare team and is an important part of the successful physician practice. Although the skills the CMA performs will vary among medical offices, this course will fully prepare the student with a wide variety of skills, making him or her an essential part of the healthcare team. This course will... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 19, 2026 End Date: Sep 15, 2026
Community College: Tidewater
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NEW! CDL: Class A Tractor Trailer Training

TRNS 6000004
Section Code: H148
Did you know? Truck driving is currently one of the most in-demand careers in the country, which means companies are eager to hire safe, qualified drivers. Right now the average annual starting salary for a Virginia CDL driver is above $63,000! VPCC’s CDL Training: Class A (E Restriction – Automatic Shift) Truck driver training curriculum teaches students how to inspect and operate tractor-trailers and to assume driver responsibilities on the road and at pickup/delivery points. Learn all about vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations (DOT 380-397... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jan 05, 2026 End Date: Jan 29, 2026
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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CompTIA Tech+ (Cohort 6) FF/OE

ITEC 900079
Section Code: N06P
CompTIA Tech+ is the cornerstone certification for those venturing into tech-related careers. It provides a wide spectrum of foundational tech knowledge and hands-on skills, helping you become confident and tech-savvy. Gain a solid foundation in tech fundamentals with hands-on simulations doing tasks such as setting up a computer and securing a small wireless network. Plus, the course introduces emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Quantum Computing, and more! All materials and exam voucher included! PreReqs: basic computer user skills, be able to complete tasks in a Microsoft® Windows® environment, be... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Mar 23, 2026 End Date: May 06, 2026
Community College: Tidewater
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CET (EKG) Technician – Cohort 18 (Fastforward)

HLTH 300380
Section Code: N02B
This course is designed as an introduction into the field of medical assisting with focus placed on the Cardiology office or clinic. Emphasis will be placed on the basic concepts of obtaining Electrocardiograph (ECG), Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT), and First Aid. PreReqs: High School Diploma/GED PC Requirements: Internet, email, Adobe Flash Player, Adobe Reader, computer speakers Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Dec 02, 2025 End Date: Feb 04, 2026
Community College: Tidewater
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HVAC Level 1 – FastForward/OE (Day)

HVAC 770003
Section Code: D02P
Course Description: This rigorous NCCER HVACR curriculum prepares learners for a career as skilled heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers. It covers the concepts technicians need to safely install, maintain, and troubleshoot HVACR systems. The curriculum also covers needed basic knowledge of sheet metal, welding, and pipefitting. Topics Covered in Course: Introduction to HVACR Trade Mathematics Basic Electricity Introduction to Heating Introduction to Cooling Air Distribution Systems Basic Copper and Plastic Piping Practices Soldering and Brazing Basic Carbon Steel Piping Practices Prerequisites: NCCER Core Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Dec 01, 2025 End Date: Dec 19, 2025
Community College: Tidewater
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Marine Trade Training Sheet Metal Level I FF

MRTM 400018
Section Code: D06P
Marine Trade Training Sheet Metal Level I Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Dec 01, 2025 End Date: Dec 16, 2025
Community College: Tidewater
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