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Electrical 4 – FastForward

ELEC 2230002
Section Code: WS01
FASTFORWARD NCCER Electrical 4 PRICING: Regular/Full Price: $3,450 (Financial aid may be available, please contact our office) This comprehensive 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. Coverage of the National Electrical Code® is integrated throughout to ensure learners are prepared as competent journeyman electricians. The four-level Electrical curriculum complies with the U.S. Department of Labor’s standards for apprenticeship programs. It also provides the first two levels... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 27, 2026 End Date: Dec 17, 2026
Community College: Central Virginia
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HVAC 2- FastForward

HVAC 2290002
Section Code: WS01
FASTFORWARD NCCER HVAC 2 PRICING: Regular/Full Price: $3,450 (Financial aid may be available, please contact our office) The second level of the four-part HVACR curriculum continues trainee progression from Level 1 with more advanced topics for prospective HVACR technicians. NCCER’s HVACR curriculum meets HVAC Excellence accreditation standards to prepare trainees to sit for HVAC Excellence certification tests. The HVAC Level 2 course has thirteen modules: alternating current, compressors, refrigerants and oils, leak detection, evacuation, recovery, and charging, metering devices, heat pumps, basic maintenance, chimneys, vents, and flues, sheet metal duct systems,... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 27, 2026 End Date: Dec 17, 2026
Community College: Central Virginia
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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: Brightpoint
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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: Brightpoint
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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: Brightpoint
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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: Brightpoint
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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: Brightpoint
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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: Brightpoint
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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: Brightpoint
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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: Brightpoint
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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: Brightpoint
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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: Brightpoint
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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: Brightpoint
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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: Brightpoint
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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: Brightpoint
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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: Brightpoint
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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: Brightpoint
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Pipe Welding I: SMAW – Summer 2026 Weekend

WELD 6500005
Section Code: 2
Welding Fundamentals and 3G welding certification recommended. Must have permission from instructor prior to registration. Focuses on the techniques used for welding pipe. The shielded metal arc (SMAW) welding process is used to perform practice welds on pipe diameters from 2-12 inches. Basic pipe-fitting practices will be demonstrated using butt weld and socket weld fittings to progress through learning to weld pipe in horizontal and vertical positions. One-on-one coaching, welding demonstrations and welding videos will be used to illustrate the techniques the student must follow to successfully pass the 6G... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jun 27, 2026 End Date: Aug 23, 2026
Community College: Blue Ridge
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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: Brightpoint
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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: Brightpoint
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NCCER: Introductory Craft Skills –

BLDG 510013
Section Code: D22
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: Jul 06, 2026 End Date: Jul 23, 2026
Community College: Brightpoint
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EducateVA Professional Studies (WCG)

EDUC 660091
Section Code: ED3
The EducateVA program is designed for professionals who wish to become teachers through a career switcher pathway. Level I is comprised of online and face-to-face instruction. Level II is the support phase of the program during the first year of teaching. The Level I program consists of an 18-week semester, focusing on the following modules: Foundations of Teaching Instructional Design Teaching and Learning Content Methods Teaching Reading in the Content Area Classroom Management Current Trends and Issues in Education Assessment, Data, and Feedback Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 11, 2026 End Date: Dec 12, 2026
Community College: Brightpoint
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FF – Certified Medical Assistant – HMCA Day with optional Life Support class

HLTH 6000005
Section Code: A1
To Apply for this funding search and enroll into the Grant Funding Pre-Qualification Class Grant Funding Screening Class We will get you on the path to a career with our accelerated program! Kick off your new career as a Medical Assistant! Learn the clinical and administrative skills to work in ambulatory care settings, such as primary care offices, urgent care centers, and specialty clinics. Get ready to pass the nationally recognized CCMA exam issued by the National Heathcareer Association (NHA), in just 14 weeks. Medical Assistants are in high demand... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 31, 2026 End Date: Dec 07, 2026
Community College: Virginia Western
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FF – Certified Medical Assistant – HMCA Night with optional Life Support class

HLTH 6000005
Section Code: A2
To Apply for this funding search and enroll into the Grant Funding Pre-Qualification Class Grant Funding Screening Class We will get you on the path to a career with our accelerated program! Kick off your new career as a Medical Assistant! Learn the clinical and administrative skills to work in ambulatory care settings, such as primary care offices, urgent care centers, and specialty clinics. Get ready to pass the nationally recognized CCMA exam issued by the National Heathcareer Association (NHA), in just 14 weeks. Medical Assistants are in high demand... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Sep 01, 2026 End Date: Dec 10, 2026
Community College: Virginia Western
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FF – Phlebotomy Day Class HPL2

HLTH 6750001
Section Code: A1
To Apply for this funding search and enroll into the Grant Funding Pre-Qualification Class Grant Funding Screening Class Phlebotomy Technicians are key healthcare team members in a variety of settings . Phlebotomists perform a variety of blood collection procedures in adults and children by venipuncture or micro techniques. In the thriving medical field, phlebotomists are in constant demand. It is an exciting time to begin a career in this area, where many opportunities exist in hospitals, clinics, medical offices and laboratories. This course will help you gain your Phlebotomy Technician... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Sep 02, 2026 End Date: Nov 04, 2026
Community College: Virginia Western
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