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SPRING 2022

         VIRGINIA WESTERN SCHOOL of

Career &Corporate Training

New Programs in Health
Professions - Phlebotomy & EKG
Technician
Last Chance to complete
the FastForward Pharmacy
Technician program. Get
certifed in just 12 weeks!
Funding available through the
FastForward, G3, and VA Ready
programs. View eligibility
requirements on pages 9 & 12.
                                               GET TRAINED
                                              GET CERTIFIED
                                               GET TO WORK

                                      www.virginiawestern.edu/cct
Career &Corporate Training - Spring 2022
VIRGINIA WESTERN SCHOOL of

Career & Corporate Training
New Year, New Hope!
Happy New Year! 2022 promises new opportunities
and new hope for Virginia, the Roanoke Valley,
and you! Virginia Western’s School of Career and
Corporate Training is focused on transforming lives and
strengthening Roanoke communities by providing high
quality career and workforce training. Our team is here
to help you win in 2022 and beyond. We’d love to talk to
YOU about YOUR career goals.
Our valuable FastForward programs allow students
to complete in-demand career training in under 14
weeks which lets students get certifed and get to
work quickly! Many local employers are actively hiring
trained technicians in the health-care, construction,
manufacturing, and transportation industries and we
offer training programs in each of these felds. If you
are interested in a new career in an industry that is
NOW HIRING, we’ve got you covered.
If the cost of career training is a concern, we have
resources that may be able to support you. Funding
opportunities such as FastForward, G3, CCAP, and
                                                                                          Spring 2022
FANTIC are available and can make career training
extremely affordable and, in some cases, virtually free.   Building Trades           15
Let our knowledgeable career navigators help determine
your eligibility and guide you to your path to success!    Business & Leadership      3
Call (540) 857-6076 today and select option 3 to get
started.                                                   Career Center             10

Looking forward -                                          Custom Training           16

                                                           Health Professions         5

                                                           Heavy Equipment           14
Milan S. Hayward, VP, Career and Corporate Training
                                                           How to Register           19

                                                           Location Information      19

                                                           Manufacturing              8

                                                           Transportation            17

                                                                       www.virginiawestern.edu/cct
Career &Corporate Training - Spring 2022
SPRING 2022 |              BUSINESS & LEADERSHIP

BUSINESS & LEADERSHIP                                                        Bookkeeping Certifcate
                                                                             How do you manage the fnances of a business? Whether you are an
                                                                             entrepreneur, running a family business, or just looking to advance
                                                                             your career and add to your skill set, this Bookkeeping Certifcate will
HUMAN RESOURCES                                                              provide you with the knowledge needed to measure, and manage, the
                                                                             fnancial health of your business. This program focuses on cash basis
                                                                             accounting. No one will care more about the fnancial health of your
                                                                             business than you! It’s imperative that you understand how the process
SHRM CP/SCP Prep                                                             works and are able to complete the accounting cycle accurately and in
Ready to be recognized as an HR professional? Do you want to prepare         a timely fashion. Even if you plan to outsource your bookkeeping needs,
for growth as a human resources professional, helping individuals and        you should still understand how the process works. No one should be
organizations hire and manage employees? SHRM is the professional            clueless when it comes to the fnances of their business. Three one-
organization that certifes Human Resources professionals (Society for        month courses.
Human Resources Management). Our course is led by a tenured human            $495
resources professional who will help every student in obtaining the
knowledge necessary to prepare for the industry credential. In obtain-       4464    Online 24/7                          Feb 7 – Apr 29         ONL
ing your SHRM certifcation you will demonstrate that you have the            4465    Online 24/7                          Apr 4 – Jul 1          ONL
knowledge and expertise to gain traction as a contributor to any human
resources department. Give yourself a competitive edge with your
SHRM certifcation - a globally recognized credential!                        Certifcate in Accounting and Finance for Non-
$1,399                                                                       Financial Managers
4501     Tue 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm               Feb 8 – Apr 19        ONL       Every successful person in the workplace utilizes fnancial information
         (No class on 3/15)                                                  to aid effective decision making. The Certifcate in Accounting and
                                                                             Finance for Non-Financial Managers explains the fnancial concepts and
                                                                             accounting processes used in most businesses and will provide practi-
                                                                             cal techniques that will increase your effectiveness and career. First, get
MANAGEMENT AND ACCOUNTING                                                    a foundation to understand the seven steps in the accounting cycle and
                                                                             use fnancial information in decision making. Come away with the knowl-
                                                                             edge to analyze resource allocation and evaluate fnancial performance.
Becoming a Supervisor: Transform Yourself                                    Then fnd out what you need to know about cash. Cash is the non-f-
                                                                             nancial manager who really makes a difference in the day-to-day cash
Invest in yourself! Supervisory skills are in high demand, whether you       activities. Discover how to maximize cash fow, learn the importance
work in healthcare, manufacturing, retail, education, IT, banking, or any    of cash and fnd out your role in cash fow success. Finally, acquire
other industry. Chances are you will be called upon to supervise one         advanced knowledge on the fnancial information that drives your
or more colleagues at some point in your career. This course is a must       organization. See how business reports are assessed and analyzed. An
take for supervisors with entry to intermediate levels of experience, and    understanding of this information will help you make smart decisions
for those recently thrust into the position of leading with limited formal   when it comes to budgeting, setting goals, and assessing performance
leadership experience. Regardless of educational background, learn           within your own area of infuence. Three one-month courses.
the skills and behaviors required to be a supervisor through identifying
strategies for successfully transitioning from peer to leader, defning       $495
their personal brand, discovering alignment with their organizational        4408    Online 24/7                          Feb 7 – Apr 29         ONL
brand, describing communication styles and how to adapt to people in
a way that will reduce tension and increase cooperation, practicing com-     4409    Online 24/7                          Apr 4 – Jul 1          ONL
munication skills, and learning the concepts and skills behind emotional
intelligence - the hidden key to success! This six-session workshop is
led by an expert ready to teach the skills you need to succeed.
$249

4502     Wed 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm               Jan 26 – Mar 2        ONL

                                                                                ENHANCE YOUR WORKFORCE WITH
                                                                                     CORPORATE TRAINING
                                                                              We offer CUSTOMIZED training solutions for your
                                                                                                business!
                                                                                     See Page 14 for more information.
                                                                              CONTACT: Regina Cook rcook@virginiawestern.edu

    = FastForward - eligible; see page 9                                             register online    @   www.virginiawestern.edu/cct                    3
    = G3 - eligible; see page 13
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VIRGINIA WESTERN              |   C A R E E R & C O R P O R AT E T R A I N I N G

Certifcate in Leadership Development
This certifcate provides how-to practical information on advancing your
leadership potential and making a difference in both the workplace and
in society. Find out what it takes to become an effective leader. Discover   Management Certifcate
your style of leadership. Discuss task completion, building relationships    Enhance your management skills through this program for supervisors,
with your subordinates, becoming socially perceptive to changes in the       managers, and emerging leaders. Nothing creates success like a solid
workplace, utilizing your emotions in a positive and effective manner,       foundation. Discover the keys for effectively managing your employ-
and addressing challenging goals. Then learn the unspoken secrets            ees. Find out how to create clear expectations, engage and motivate
that leaders know and the strategies they employ/exhibit for infuencing      employees, and increase your effectiveness. Then learn how to improve
others. Leadership skills are acquired and learned. You can become           your management of time and productivity. Time is even more valuable
a leader if you know the do’s and don’t; what to say, what not to say;       in this century than in the last. Get tips and techniques you won’t get
what to do, what not to do. At the end of completing the three course        anywhere else for managing time and increasing productivity. Finally, get
certifcate, you will come away with a new understanding, new toolbox of      the keys to manage different generations in your workplace. Discover
leadership skills, and the information to move your leadership develop-      what motivates each generation at work, what incentives they respond
ment into high gear.                                                         to, and what messages they value. Three one-month online courses.
$395                                                                         $595
4340    Online 24/7                          Feb 7 – Apr 29        ONL       4354    Online 24/7                         Feb 7 – Apr 29        ONL
4341    Online 24/7                          Apr 4 – Jul 1         ONL       4355    Online 24/7                         Apr 4 – Jul 1         ONL

Certifcate in Project Management                                             Six Sigma Green Belt Certifcate
In today’s business environment, there is a need for good project man-       Six Sigma professionals are in strong demand by organizations around
agement. Project management provides visibility of project health to the     the world. On the front-lines of Six Sigma efforts are Green Belts.
business and the customer. Through continuous monitoring, early detec-       LERN’s Green Belt training teaches participants problem-solving skills,
tion of variations to plan, schedule, and budget can be communicated to      using the DMAIC (Defne, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control)
stakeholders for quick resolution, including project cancellation. Project   model. After completing this challenging course, Six Sigma Green Belts
management is one of the fastest paths to promotion by increasing            serve their organizations as a trained specialist able to work on Six
your network through greater exposure. First, gain the skills, tools, and    Sigma projects that beneft the organization. Although not required, par-
templates to confdently develop and maintain a project. An overview          ticipants are strongly encouraged to have a project during the course.
of salaries, certifcation costs, education and experience requirements       The instructors and mentors work closely with the class to not only
are provided. Then acquire a well-rounded knowledge of the fve Project       teach the material, but to guide candidates as they work projects.
Management Processes relating to the Project Management Body of
Knowledge Guide. This basic information will assist you in learning          $495
the beginnings of Project Management, whether you are interested in          4442    Online 24/7                         Feb 7 – Apr 29        ONL
project management, in a project management feld, or in any line of
work. Finally, learn the 10 Project management Knowledge Areas and           4443    Online 24/7                         Apr 4 – Jul 1         ONL
their support role and relationships to the fve Project Management
Processes. Three one-month courses.
                                                                             Supervisory & Leadership Certifcate
$495
                                                                             Your employees are your most valuable resources. Ensuring the
4425    Online 24/7                          Feb 7 – Apr 29        ONL       effciency of your team is the key to your success and is your most
                                                                             important responsibility. Get practical, easy to understand, and insight-
4426    Online 24/7                          Apr 4 – Jul 1         ONL
                                                                             ful methods for new and even experienced supervisors and managers.
                                                                             Learn about effective delegation, performance management, and writing
                                                                             performance reviews. Discuss the specifcs of the supervisor’s role and
                                                                             responsibilities, and strategies for improving your overall effectiveness
                                                                             as a leader. Take home practical information along with tips and tech-
                                                                             niques that can be applied at your job immediately.
                                                                             $395

                                                                             4359    Online 24/7                         Feb 7 – Apr 1         ONL

                                                                             4360    Online 24/7                         Apr 4 – May 29        ONL

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SPRING 2022 |             H E A LT H P R O F E S S I O N S

Social Media for Business Certifcate
Get in on this exciting and growing way to communicate, market and
                                                                            HEALTH PROFESSIONS
serve your customers and clients. For businesses, nonprofts, gov-
ernment, and other organizations. From Facebook to Twitter, blogging,
YouTube, LinkedIn, and more, discover the new principles of commu-          DENTAL
nication that apply across all networks and how these specifc social
networks work and the possible uses for your organization. Learn how
social networks are used to develop a two-way communication and
marketing strategy for your organization. Then fnd out what you can         Dental Radiation Safety Certifcation for Dental
be doing, what you should be doing, and take back a plan to integrate       Assistants
social networks into your communication and marketing. Whether you
                                                                            The Dental Radiation Safety Certifcation is perfect for working dental
are new to social networks or already involved, you will come away with
                                                                            professionals and current dental hygienist students looking to enhance
both an understanding of social networks and practical, how-to tech-
                                                                            their skills. This course meets the requirements of the Virginia State
niques to integrate social networks into your organization or business.
                                                                            Board of Dentistry for certifcation in radiography safety. A compre-
Your instructors are outstanding practitioners who also speak, write,
                                                                            hensive exam will be given after the completion of the online session
and train others on social networks. Three one-month courses.
                                                                            emphasizing safety for the patient, operator and co-workers (including
$495                                                                        infection control, health and safety procedures). Students must pass
                                                                            the exam with a minimum grade of 75%. This class will not provide
4326     Online 24/7                        Feb 7 – Apr 29        ONL
                                                                            clinical competence in taking x-rays. Students will receive a course certi-
4327     Online 24/7                        Apr 4 – Jul 1         ONL       fcation of completion, which they can provide to their employer.
                                                                            $249

                                                                            4504     Online 24/7                          Jan 18 – May 6        ONL
PROJECT MANAGEMENT

                                                                            EKG TECHNICIAN
Project Management Professional Exam Prep
BPM Online
Strengthen your project management skills today! Master the skills to       EKG Technician
become a successful project management professional and get ready
for the test! The Project Management Professional certifcation is one       Take your healthcare career to the next level as a certifed EKG Tech!
of the most sought-after credentials for project managers in the country.   LPNs, RNs, MAs, CCMAs, and EMTs, can all beneft from an EKG Tech
Gain project management knowledge and begin on the process of               credential. Gain the knowledge, skills, and hands-on clinical experience
preparing for the PMP industry credential exam, learning topics such as     you need to take the nationally recognized Certifed EKG Technician
project plans, knowledge areas, process groups, activities and outputs,     exam issued by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) in just 7
and the responsibilities of a project manager. Enroll now!                  weeks. According to NHA, the need for qualifed EKG technicians con-
                                                                            tinues to rise as the aging population in America grows (and with it, the
$2,400     FastForward-Eligible: $800                                       prevalence of heart-related conditions). Call now to enroll!
4503     Wed 6:00 pm – 9:30 pm              Feb 9 – Apr 20        ONL       $1,800    FastForward-Eligible: $600
         (No class on 3/16)                                                 4319     Mon 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm                Feb 14 – Mar 28      THOM
                                                                                     Tues 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm               Feb 15 – Mar 29       HLTH

                                                                            ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNER

                                                                            Occupational English for Healthcare
                                                                            This 4-week, 16-hour curriculum is designed to improve English
                                                                            Language Learners (ELLs) language skills as it relates to their future
                                                                            employment in healthcare. The course will provide input in occupational
                                                                            language specifc to health teams and teach academic success skills
                                                                            to increase the potential for ELLs to obtain credentials. It will introduce
                                                                            students to the healthcare feld and encourage them to create personal
                                                                            career goals.
                                                                            $199

                                                                            Please call 540.857.6076 for updated schedule.

    = FastForward - eligible; see page 9                                             register online   @   www.virginiawestern.edu/cct                    5
    = G3 - eligible; see page 13
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VIRGINIA WESTERN         |   C A R E E R & C O R P O R AT E T R A I N I N G

    I N S T R U C T O R PROF I L E
     Holly Hill, NRCMA
      CERTIFIED CLINICAL MEDICAL ASSISTANT

                                                                   Our Spring instructor profile is based on
                                                                   an interview with Holly Hill, instructor for
                                                                   the Clinical Medical Assistant (CMA) class.
                                                                   Hill is a Virginia native, born and raised in
                                                                   Franklin County, and has worked in Roanoke
                                                                   as a CMA since 2014. CMAs are healthcare
                                                                   professionals who support the work of
                                                                   physicians, nurse practitioners, physician
                                                                   assistants and others, usually in a clinic
                                                                   setting. CMAs can be used in a variety of
                                                                   healthcare settings, from eye doctors to
                                                                   dentistry, in both administrative and clinical
                                                                   capacities.

                                                 Hill says the demand for CMAs is huge
                                                 because they have a diversified skill set.
    CMAs are needed absolutely everywhere in the healthcare industry, so students can
    rest assured they will have no problem getting a job once they get certified, and often
    students are employed even before certification!

    According to Hill, a huge benefit of the CMA program at Virginia Western is that it is
    completed in just 14 weeks. Students gain certification quickly, by top-notch instructors
    with real-world experience, and, because of the vast hands-on experience they receive,
    they are fully prepared to go to work and start earning. Another benefit of Virginia
    Western’s School of Career and Corporate Training programs is that interested students
    can easily expand their knowledge base and gain additional certifications in a variety of
    areas such as EKG Technician.

    Hill has been with the School of Career and Corporate Training since 2018. She says “I
    love teaching individuals that have a passion for helping others. I feel extremely proud
    when I see our CMA students experiencing great success at companies like Carilion
    Clinic, LewisGale Medical Center, Vistar Eye Center, urgent care clinics, dental offices,
    private practices etc.”

          There is a huge demand, especially right now, for
                        medical assistants.

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SPRING 2022 |            H E A LT H P R O F E S S I O N S

ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNER                                                      PHARMACY

Occupational English for Healthcare                                           Pharmacy Technician-HPHV Evening Class Hybrid
This 4-week, 16-hour curriculum is designed to improve English
Language Learners (ELLs) language skills as it relates to their future        Prepare to earn your Pharmacy Technician Certifcation in just 12 weeks!
employment in healthcare. The course will provide input in occupational       Pharmacy Techs play a vital role in hospitals, health systems, and
language specifc to health teams and teach academic success skills            community pharmacies. Get ready to support pharmacists in providing
to increase the potential for ELLs to obtain credentials. It will introduce   safe and effective patient care. Pharmacy technicians are comfortable
students to the healthcare feld and encourage them to create personal         communicating with diverse audiences, performing data entry with
career goals.                                                                 various software programs, problem solving while working in a busy envi-
$199                                                                          ronment, and maintaining professionalism while providing quality patient
                                                                              care. The Pharmacy Technician program is a hybrid offering, meaning
Please call 540.857.6076 for updated schedule.                                that students only need to report to a class room once a week. At the
                                                                              end of the course, you will apply for the national Pharmacy Technician
                                                                              Certifcation Exam (PTCE) to become a Certifed Pharmacy Technician
                                                                              (CPhT).
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
                                                                              $1,950    FastForward-Eligible: $650

                                                                              4505     Tue 6:00 pm – 9:30 pm             Jan 18 – Apr 26     THOM
Certifed Medical Assistant - HMCA Night                                                Thu 6:00 pm – 9:30 pm             Jan 20 – Apr 28      ONL
Kick off your new career as a Medical Assistant! Learn the clinical and
administrative skills to work in ambulatory care settings, such as pri-
mary care offces, 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 and earn an average of $13/hour in the Roanoke
area. Get on your way with our career readiness resources and network-
ing opportunities! This is a very popular course, so act now!
$3,210    FastForward-Eligible: $1,070

4320     Tue 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm                Feb 1 – May 3        HLTH
         Wed 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm                Mar 2 – Apr 20       HLTH
         Thu 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm                Mar 24               HLTH
         Thu 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm                May 5                HLTH
         Sat 9:00 am – 1:00 pm                May 7                HLTH

PHLEBOTOMY

Phlebotomy Technician
This 35-hour course consists of on-campus instruction in the competen-
cies of Phlebotomy. The course will prepare students to be professional
Phlebotomy Technicians dedicated to safely collecting venous and der-
mal blood specimens for laboratory testing. Participants will learn how
to perform venipunctures and capillary blood draws and gain the knowl-
edge and hands-on clinical experience needed to take the nationally
recognized Certifed phlebotomy Technician exam issued by the National
Healthcareer Association (NHA). Through engaging learning activities,
hands on experience and online adaptive learning, participants will
gain understanding of the important role phlebotomy Technicians have
in healthcare and be introduced to many employment and networking                        C H E C K C L A S S D AT E S
opportunities.
                                                                                       Class schedules are subject to change.
$1,995
                                                                                     Visit our website for up-to-date information.
4522     Tue 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm                Feb 8 – Apr 5        HLTH
         Thu 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm                Feb 10 – Mar 31      HLTH                  www.virginiawestern.edu/cct

    = FastForward - eligible; see page 9                                               register online   @   www.virginiawestern.edu/cct             7
    = G3 - eligible; see page 13
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VIRGINIA WESTERN                |   C A R E E R & C O R P O R AT E T R A I N I N G

MANUFACTURING                                                                Machining Milling Operator CMOP
                                                                             Continue your advancement into the in-demand Machining industry by
                                                                             taking this Milling course. Learn the needed basic manual milling skills
                                                                             and conversational programming to work in a manufacturing environ-
ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNER                                                     ment. Earn 3 more National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS)
                                                                             credentials that will cover skills needed to operate Drill Presses, Manual
                                                                             Mills and CNC Mills. All of this can be completed in just 9 weeks.
                                                                             Register now! Complete both Milling and Turning as prerequisites for
Occupational English for Manufacturing                                       Machining - Advanced.
This 3-week, 12-hour curriculum is designed to improve English
                                                                             $1,995    FastForward-Eligible: $665
Language Learners (ELLs) language skills as it related to their future
employment in manufacturing. The course will provide input in occupa-        4514     Mon, Wed 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm          Mar 14 – May 9      GDWL
tional language specifc to this feld and teach academic success skills
to increase the potential for ELLs to obtain credentials.
$249
                                                                             Machining Turning: Operator CTOP
                                                                             Continue your advancement into the in-demand Machining industry by
Please call 540.857.6076 for updated schedule.
                                                                             taking this Turning course. Learn the needed basic manual turning/
                                                                             lathe skills and conversational programming to work in a manufacturing
                                                                             environment. Earn 3 more NIMS credentials that will cover skills needed
MACHINING                                                                    to operate manual and CNC lathes. All of this can be completed in just
                                                                             10 weeks. Register now! Complete both Turning and Milling as prerequi-
                                                                             sites for Machining - Advanced.

Machining - Advanced MPL1                                                    $1,995    FastForward-Eligible: $665

Become more versatile in a machining career and take our capstone            4515     Tue, Thu 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm          Jan 4 – Mar 8       GDWL
course, Machining - Advanced. Skill up as an operator with the skills to
move from task to task and machine to machine, no longer limited to
one position. Learn basic CNC G-code and conversational skills to work
in an advanced manufacturing environment for both milling and turning.
Earn 3 more NIMS credentials that will cover the programming, setup
and operations of CNC mills and CNC lathes, and surface grinding. All
of this can be completed in just 10 weeks. Register for this course
after completing Machining Fundamentals I and II, Milling Operator, and
Turning Operator.
$2,400       FastForward-Eligible: $800

    4511   Tue, Thu 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm        Mar 22 – May 26     GDWL

Machining Fundamentals I MNM1
Are you an essential worker? Jump start your career in an essential
industry embedded in every aspect of everyday life. Machine opera-
tors and machinists make parts for pacemakers and cellphones, even
planes and bridges. Take Machining Fundamentals I and II, and learn
in-demand skills like shop safety, precision measuring, print reading,
job planning, benchwork, metal cutting, drilling, and more. Earn 2 life-
long National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS) credentials at the
same time. Take your frst steps to move beyond just pushing a button
and enter this high demand industry. Register now for both Machining
Fundamentals I and II and take them during the same 7-week period!
$900       FastForward-Eligible: $300

    4512   Mon 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm             Jan 10 – Feb 28     GDWL
           (No class on 1/17)

Machining Fundamentals II MNJ1
Description is same as previous description.
$900       FastForward-Eligible: $300

    4513   Wed 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm             Jan 12 – Feb 23     GDWL

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Kickstart Your Career with
            Affordable Training

                                                                    50%
               1.4                                                 Require
             Million                                                                        6 - 12
                                                                 Credentials                Weeks
              Jobs                                                 Half of the job
     As many Virginians                                         openings in Virginia      Our credential
                                                                 right now require      programs are just
        retire in the                                             some post-high         6–12 weeks, on
       next few years,                                           school education,     average, and they’re
       employers are                                            but not a bachelor’s     built so you can
    searching to fll over                                             degree.           continue working
    1 million in-demand                                                                while you earn your
         positions.                                                                        credential.

FastForward is a grant-funded, short-term training program that helps
Virginians get the jobs they want and the salaries they need. Earn
industry-recognized credentials and certifcations that make you a
strong job applicant for some of Virginia’s most in-demand careers.
Whether you’re looking for a career in welding, manufacturing,
transportation, healthcare, information technology, education,
logistics, customer service and more — FastForward is here to help.
Look for       in this catalog — to see which programs are eligible!

ACCESS TUITION ASSISTANCE
FastForward tuition grants, available to all Virginia residents, pay
two-thirds of the tuition costs; students qualifying for fnancial aid may
be eligible for additional funding. Businesses interested in a certifed
workforce may also beneft from FastForward funds.

     www.virginiawestern.edu/cct/career-training/fnancial-assistance/fastforward
  FastForward funding is limited and subject to availability.
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Hall Associates Career Center
  CAREER                                                Serving Students, Alumni, and Employers

  SERVICES                                              Our career services professionals advise, prepare, and
                                                        connect students and alumni to employers who are hiring.

                                                        VWCC Students and Alumni: Take advantage of resources just
                                                        for you! Schedule an appointment to gain free access to
                                                        career assessments, virtual job shadowing, a resume builder,
                                                        resume reviews, virtual mock interviews, job postings, and
                                                        career advice podcasts, articles, and videos.

                                                        Employers: We are your partner in connecting student with
                                                        opportunity. Career Services offers employers a free online
                                                        database for job, internship and apprenticeship postings,
                                                        as well as hiring event registration. If your company is
                                                        interested in recruiting apprentices or needs support for an
                                                        apprenticeship program, contact Career Services.

                                                                                          Stay on track and
                                                                                          find the services
                                                                                          and resources that
                                                                                          are right for you!
                                                                                          All resources are
                                                                                          mobile-ready.

                                                         The Hall Associates Career Center offers a full range of
                                                         comprehensive career services, including online tools and
                                                         resources that are accessible 24/7. Contact us today!

                                        HALL                        Make a virtual appointment!
                                        ASSOCIATES                 Schedule a Zoom, phone, or email
                                        CAREER                       appointment through your online
                                        CENTER                     Career Connections/CCN account.

  Monday – Friday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm    Student Life Center S206                 careercenter@virginiawestern.edu
  Call ahead to confirm office hours.   540-857-7298 / Fax: 540-857-6050         www.virginiawestern.edu/careercenter
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MECHATRONICS FUNDAMENTALS
                                                                             Fundamentals of Fluid Power
                                                                             Come to this class to learn how to do the real heavy lifting - using the
                                                                             principles of hydraulics and pneumatics! Power up a system that will
Electricity - AC, DC, Multimeters                                            take a human design and multiply the force to perform incredible feats.
Discover the essentials of what powers the world! Electricity! Learn         Fluid Power (Hydraulics and Pneumatics) are widely used methods of
about alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) and how to read       energy transmission used extensively on industrial, construction and
multimeters to determine the fow of electricity and if the fow is right      agricultural machinery. Learn the building blocks of advanced systems:
for the intended use. Understanding electricity and how to work with it      air compressors, power units, flters, pressure control valves, directional
safely is foundational to manufacturing and many other careers. You will     control valves, speed control valves, linear and rotary actuators, and
build, test and troubleshoot AC/DC circuits and examine the operating        more. Gain stackable credentials and add to your skill set in just 13
voltages and currents related to proper circuit operation. Invest in your-   weeks and earn two Festo / NC3 credentials. Electricity is a prerequi-
self and in 13 weeks earn 3 Festo / NC3 credentials!                         site for taking this class.
$999    FastForward-Eligible: $333                                           $750    FastForward-Eligible: $250

4520    Mon 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm                Feb 21 – May 16      STEM       Please call 540.857.6076 for updated schedule.
        (No class on 3/15)

   = FastForward - eligible; see page 9
                                                                                     register online   @   www.virginiawestern.edu/cct                    11
   = G3 - eligible; see page 13
VIRGINIA WESTERN                |   C A R E E R & C O R P O R AT E T R A I N I N G

 Mechanical Systems                                                           Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and
 Did you take things apart as a kid - wondering how things work? You
                                                                              Sensors
 may very well have a natural mechanical ability a talent that manufac-       If programming is your thing, join us to learn ladder logic for
 turers want as one of the most desirable skills. The driving forces in       Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs). PLCs are sturdy computers
 any machine are mechanical systems: gears, drives, bearings, pulleys,        used in rugged environments such as manufacturing to allow for
 and more - all found in everything that moves! The Mechanical Systems        automation of advanced manufacturing systems. Sensors are the eyes,
 course covers the installation, use, maintenance, and troubleshooting of     ears, touch, and feel for those systems, relaying signals to the PLCs
 mechanical drive components and systems used every day in industry.          to direct the workings of all of the mechanical assemblies. You will
 Open the door to a new career in manufacturing, or a related feld such       work with high-end products from Rockwell Automation / Allen Bradley
 as engineering, aerospace, power generation, to name a few!                  controls to discover the inner workings of industrial systems. In just
                                                                              8 weeks, earn 2 Festo / NC3 credentials and build your resume to a
 $999       FastForward-Eligible: $333
                                                                              higher paying job! Electricity is a prerequisite for taking this class.
     4518   Wed 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm             Feb 16 – May 11     STEM        $750    FastForward-Eligible: $250
            (No class on 3/16)
                                                                              Please call 540.857.6076 for updated schedule.

 Precision Measuring
 Do you have an eye for detail? How about a job testing and measuring
                                                                              Robotics
 for quality! Quality of products determines if those parts will work as      Step into the world of robotics! Robots complete repetitive tasks but
 intended. Precision measuring is the cornerstone of quality in prod-         also have very complex human interactions. As the world of manufactur-
 ucts and services we all rely on each day. Starrett, Snap-on and NC3         ing continues to build highly automated systems, robotics will become
 combined their industrial experience and expertise to create certifca-       increasingly used to improve effciencies, accuracy, and the ability to
 tions that include hands-on training with instruments that are vital to      build more and more complicated systems. Add robotics to your manu-
 engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, power generation, and natural         facturing skill set and become a key team member, contributing signif-
 resources, to name a few. Start your career in manufacturing with a          cantly to solving the complex issues in industry. In just 5 weeks, you will
 valuable skill set.                                                          learn the frst level of robotics, building your resume for advancement
                                                                              in an in-demand manufacturing career! Electricity is a prerequisite for
 $999       FastForward-Eligible: $333
                                                                              taking this class.
     4519   Thu 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm             Feb 24 – May 12    GDWL
                                                                              $399    FastForward-Eligible: $133
            (No class on 3/17
                                                                              Please call 540.857.6076 for updated schedule.

                                                                                              R E G I S T E R O N L I N E T O DAY !
                                                                                             www.virginiawestern.edu/cct
                                                                                                  For more information, see page 19.

12          Virginia Western Career & Corporate Training | Spring 2022
SPRING 2022 |      G3 FUNDING

= FastForward - eligible; see page 9   register online   @   www.virginiawestern.edu/cct   13
= G3 - eligible; see page 13
VIRGINIA WESTERN                |   C A R E E R & C O R P O R AT E T R A I N I N G

 WELDING
                                                                                HEAVY EQUIPMENT
 Introduction to Welding - FCAW
 Explore your interest in Welding! Learn Flux-Core Arc Welding (FCAW)           CORE SKILLS
 methods and introductory print reading for welding. FCAW processes
 allow for high quality welds, versatility, and out-of-position welding capa-
 bility. The FCAW processes are used by industry, manufacturers, and in
 construction. For personal interest, career exploration, or to add FCAW
                                                                                Heavy Equipment Operator Core Skills
 methods to your resume, get ready to earn an American Welding Society          Want to work outside? Get in the driver’s seat and build your future
 Qualifcation in FCAW in just 4 weeks! Enroll now!                              as an in-demand heavy equipment operator! Experience what it is
                                                                                like to operate a bulldozer and excavator in our high-tech Caterpillar
 $999       FastForward-Eligible: $333
                                                                                Simulators! Earn the Heavy Equipment Operator Level 1 credential in
     4517   Mon, Thu 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm        Mar 7 – 24             SHS       just 16 weeks of online classes and 44 hours in the seat of a CAT sim-
                                                                                ulator. Invest in yourself and improve your earning potential! Guaranteed
                                                                                interviews with participating local employers. Call us today to enroll!
 Introduction to Welding GMAW - MGMW                                            Core and Level 1 must be taken at the same time.
 Explore your interest in Welding! Add Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)             $600     FastForward-Eligible: $200
 methods and introductory print reading to your skill set to make yourself
                                                                                Please call 540.857.6076 for updated schedule.
 more well-rounded as a fabricator. Learn this fast and economical
 method that is used for welding thin-gauge metal and heavy plate
 steel. GMAW processes are used by industry, maintenance repair, and
 hobbyists. For personal interest, career exploration, or to add GMAW           LEVEL 1
 methods to your resume, get ready to earn an American Welding Society
 Qualifcation in GMAW in just 4 weeks! Enroll now!
 $999       FastForward-Eligible: $333                                          Heavy Equipment Operator Level 1
     4516   Mon, Thu 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm        May 2 – 19             SHS       Description is same as previous description.
                                                                                $3,900     FastForward-Eligible: $1,300

                                                                                Please call 540.857.6076 for updated schedule.

14          Virginia Western Career & Corporate Training | Spring 2022
SPRING 2022 |         BUILDING TRADES

BUILDING TRADES                                                              Tradesman License Renewal - Plumbing
                                                                             Tradesman License Renewal are online courses, to be taken for renewal
                                                                             of a license in the following trade: Plumbing
                                                                             $45
CONTRACTOR’S LICENSE
                                                                             4293    Online 24/7                                             ONL

Basic Contractor’s Licensing Class
                                                                             WATER & WASTEWATER
This is a Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational
Regulation (DPOR) approved pre-licensing class for a Class A, B, or C
Contractor’s license. This 8-hour course is designed to provide a basic
look at the statutes and regulations that govern contractor licensing in     Using the ABC Water Treatment Formula Table
Virginia, including, a review of the different types of licenses available   Virginia Western Community College will offer “Using the ABC Water
and the qualifcations for each: Standards of Practice, Prohibited Acts,      Treatment Formula Table”, a math course for water treatment operators.
How to Avoid Violations of the Regulations, State building codes,            The course is intended to familiarize operators with the ABC formula
Underground utilities, Employment law, Worker’s compensation, Taxes          table used for the closed-book state certifcation examinations and the
and business structures. This class prepares students to take the            treatment processes associated with each formula.
PSI test for licensure. After successfully passing the PSI test, stu-
                                                                             $85
dents must submit the appropriate paperwork and fees to the state to
receive license. Students must schedule the PSI test directly with PSI       4510                                      Mar 7 – Apr 11        ONL
Examination Services; information on this organization is provided in the
course. Textbooks are provided the frst day of class.
$195

4506     Sat 8:00 am – 5:00 pm               Jan 8               THOM

4507     Sat 8:00 am – 5:00 pm               Mar 12              THOM                 C H E C K C L A S S D AT E S
4508     Sat 8:00 am – 5:00 pm               Apr 9               THOM                 Class schedules are subject to change.
                                                                                    Visit our website for up-to-date information.
TRADESMAN LICENSE RENEWALS                                                             www.virginiawestern.edu/cct

Tradesman License Renewal - Electrical
Tradesman License Renewal are online courses, to be taken for renewal
of a license in the following trade: Electrical
$45

4290     Online 24/7                                               ONL

Tradesman License Renewal - Gas Fitting
Tradesman License Renewal are online courses, to be taken for renewal
of a license in the following trade: Gas Fitting
$25

4291     Online 24/7                                               ONL

Tradesman License Renewal - Mechanical HVAC
Tradesman License Renewal are online courses, to be taken for renewal
of a license in the following trade: Mechanical HVAC
$45

4292     Online 24/7                                               ONL

      = FastForward - eligible; see page 9                                           register online   @   www.virginiawestern.edu/cct                15
      = G3 - eligible; see page 13
CORPORATE TRAINING SOLUTIONS
          TRAIN LOCAL • LEARN LOCAL • SAVE!

                                                                                       ON-SITE &
                                                                                       VIRTUAL
                                                                                       TRAINING
                                                                                       OPTIONS
                                                                                       AVAILABLE

                                                   TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES INCLUDE:

                                                     Business Communication (Writing/Speaking)
CCT is your local resource for quality
workforce training at your site or ours. We’ve       Culinary Arts Team Activities with the Chefs
got you covered from emotional intelligence          Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
to inclusion and diversity.                          Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace
Now offering Snap-On Credentialed Precision          Process Improvement
Measuring Instrument Training and Three
                                                     Supervisory & Leadership Essentials
Levels of Train the Trainer programming for all
industries.                                          Lean 1: Creating a Culture of Innovation
                                                     Microsoft Offce, Word, Excel, Outlook,
                                                     & PowerPoint
                                                     Precision Measuring Instruments
                                                     Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
Career & Corporate Training                          Mechatronics Fundamentals
                                                     7 Quality Tools

                                     Contact us today: cct@virginiawestern.edu / 540.857.6076
     Let’s get started!

                                        www.virginiawestern.edu/cct/business-solutions
SPRING 2022 |             T R A N S P O R TAT I O N

AUTOMOTIVE                                                                  TRANSPORTATION

AUTOMOTIVE                                                                  COMMERCIAL DRIVER’S LICENSE

General Auto Service Technician                                             Commercial Driver’s License TCLA
Interested in a career in automotive service? This class can help you       With a national driver shortage of over 200,000, trucking companies
get started! Learn the skills needed for your frst job as a General         are looking for hard workers like you who have earned a commercial
Service (tire/lube) technician, including multi-point inspection, oil and   driver’s license (CDL). VWCC CCT has partnered with CDS Tractor Trailer
flter changes, shop practices, tire mounting and balancing, shop safety,    Training Company to bring professional truck driver training to southwest
identifcation and use of hand tools, and the use of power equipment.        Virginia. Our hands-on approach will quickly get you from the classroom
Train in a real automotive shop under the supervision and guidance of       to on-the-road training to earn your CDL in as few as 20 days. You’ll also
a qualifed automotive instructor! Do-it-your selfers are welcome - just     meet several trucking company recruiters, and most students have job
know the focus is to prepare participants for entry-level employment in     offers upon completion! Applications are accepted ongoing throughout
just fve short weeks!                                                       the year, with classes starting every two weeks. To qualify, drivers must
                                                                            pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical and drug screening.
$749
                                                                            $4,500    FastForward-Eligible: $1,500
4499     Tue, Thu 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm         Feb 1 – Mar 24       BERG
         (No class on 3/15,03/17)                                           4296     Mon – Fri 8:00 am – 5:00 pm         Jan 10 – 14         THOM
                                                                                     Mon – Fri 8:00 am – 5:00 pm         Jan 17 – Feb 18      CDS

                                                                            4297     Mon – Fri 8:00 am – 5:00 pm         Jan 24 – 28         THOM
                                                                                     Mon – Fri 8:00 am – 5:00 pm         Jan 31 – Mar 4       CDS
MOTORCYCLE RIDER
                                                                            4298     Mon – Fri 8:00 am – 5:00 pm         Feb 7 – 11          THOM
                                                                                     Mon – Fri 8:00 am – 5:00 pm         Feb 14 – Mar 18      CDS

Motorcycle Experienced Rider                                                4299     Mon – Fri 8:00 am – 5:00 pm         Feb 21 – 25         THOM
                                                                                     Mon – Fri 8:00 am – 5:00 pm         Feb 28 – Apr 1       CDS
Have you recently completed a beginner 2-wheel course or need a
refresher? Hone your skills to a higher level in a one-day non-credit       4300     Mon – Fri 8:00 am – 5:00 pm         Mar 7 – 11          THOM
class designed to increase your awareness and confdence on the road.                 Mon – Fri 8:00 am – 5:00 pm         Mar 14 – Apr 15      CDS
For the Experienced Rider 2-Wheel, students are encouraged to use
                                                                            4301     Mon – Fri 8:00 am – 5:00 pm         Mar 21 – 25         THOM
their own motorcycle or have the option of using one provided.
                                                                                     Mon – Fri 8:00 am – 5:00 pm         Mar 28 – Apr 29      CDS
$75
                                                                            4302     Mon – Fri 8:00 am – 5:00 pm         Apr 4 – 8           THOM
4521     Sat 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm              Mar 5                 BUS
                                                                                     Mon – Fri 8:00 am – 5:00 pm         Apr 11 – May 13      CDS

                                                                            4303     Mon – Fri 8:00 am – 5:00 pm         Apr 18 – 22         THOM
                                                                                     Mon – Fri 8:00 am – 5:00 pm         Apr 25 – May 27      CDS

                                                                            4304     Mon – Fri 8:00 am – 5:00 pm         May 2 – 6           THOM
                                                                                     Mon – Fri 8:00 am – 5:00 pm         May 9 – Jun 10       CDS

                                                                            Commercial Driver’s License Weekend TCLA
          C H E C K C L A S S D AT E S                                      Description is same as previous description.

         Class schedules are subject to change.                             $4,500    FastForward-Eligible: $1,500

       Visit our website for up-to-date information.                        4305     Sat, Sun 8:00 am – 5:00 pm          Jan 8 – 30          THOM
                                                                                     Sat, Sun 8:00 am – 5:00 pm          Feb 5 – Apr 10       CDS
           www.virginiawestern.edu/cct                                      4306     Sat, Sun 8:00 am – 5:00 pm          Feb 12 – Mar 13     THOM
                                                                                     Sat, Sun 8:00 am – 5:00 pm          Mar 19 – May 22      CDS
                                                                                     (No class on 4/16,04/17)

                                                                            4307     Sat, Sun 8:00 am – 5:00 pm      Mar 19 – Apr 17         THOM
                                                                                     Sat, Sun 8:00 am – 5:00 pm      Apr 23 – Jul 10          CDS
                                                                                     (No class on 4/16,04/17,05/28,05/29,07/2,07/3)

                                                                            4308     Sat, Sun 8:00 am – 5:00 pm          Apr 30 – Jun 5      THOM
                                                                                     Sat, Sun 8:00 am – 5:00 pm          Jun 11 – Aug 14      CDS

      = FastForward-eligible; see page 9                                             register online   @   www.virginiawestern.edu/cct               17
      = G3 - eligible; see page 13
ONLINE CLASSES
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 • SELF-PACED
      Learn at the speed that’s right for you.

 • FLEXIBLE & CONVENIENT
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      Take your classes at home or at work.

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                                                                               SAT/ACT Prep
                     Classes are project oriented and                          Speed Spanish
                     include lessons, quizzes, hands-on                        Teaching Adult Learners
                     assignments, discussion areas,
                     supplementary links and more.

     REQUIREMENTS                                                      All ed2go online courses run
     All classes require Internet access, email, and
                                                                       for six weeks (with two-week
     Mozilla Firefox or Microsoft Internet Explorer. Some              grace period at the end).
     classes may have additional requirements. Please
     visit the website for more information.

     To view our full list of offerings, visit www.ed2go.com/vawestern

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HOW TO REGISTER                                                                    LOCATION CODES
1 Go to https://virginiawestern.augusoft.net                                       BER       Berglund Automotive Facility*
                                                                                   BUS       Business/Science Building
2 Create a new profle or log in if you already have a profle.
                                                                                   CDS       CDS Driving Range*
  Note: This is a different registration website than myVWCC.
                                                                                   DUNC      Duncan Hall
3 Find your class online in the relevant category                                  GDW       Goodwill*
  or search by Class ID, Class Name, or Dates.
                                                                                   HLTH      Health Professions Building (Fralin Center)
  Note: Review any class pre-screening requirements
  and follow instructions to meet these criteria.                                  NAT       Natural Science Center
                                                                                   ONL       Online Class
4 Add class to shopping cart.
                                                                                   RKC       Roanoke City
  Note: If applying for fnancial assistance, contact a
  Career Navigator: careernavigators@virginiawestern.edu.                          SHS       Salem High School*
                                                                                   STEM      STEM Building
5 Click ‘Checkout’ (at top of page in blue banner).
                                                                                   THOM      Thomas Center
6 Enter credit card information. Click “Continue” to submit.                       WEBB      Webber Hall
  Note: You will receive confrmation by email.                                               *off campus locations

                        CONTACT INFO
                                                                  Virginia Western Corporate & Career Training
                                                                  Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
                                                                  540-857-6076 / cct@virginiawestern.edu
                                                                  www.virginiawestern.edu/cct                                   NOTICE:
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                                                                                                                             entering campus.
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                                                                                                                       (in white-lined spaces)
                                                                                                                       Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 8e, 9, 14

                                                                                                                       Faculty/Staff Parking
    1   Chapman Hall      7   Student Life Center      12   Brown Library                 ADA Parking                  (in yellow-lined spaces)
    2   Craig Hall        8   Webber Hall              13   Fishburn Hall                                              Lots 1, 1e, 8e, 10, 15
                                                                                          Emergency Call Box           Lots 6 & 8: assigned staff
    3   Duncan Hall       9   STEM Building            14   Natural Science Ctr.
    4   Humanities       10   Business/Science Bldg.   15   College Services              Bus Stop
                                                                                                                       Visitor Parking
    5   Gymnasium        11   Fralin Center (Health    16   Field House                   Elevator                     Lots 5, 8
    6   Thomas Center         Professions Bldg.)            & Tennis Courts                                            Lot 12: service parking
                                                                                          ADA Accessible Route

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