Looking to advance your career or gain new skills? VPCC’s Workforce Development courses are designed to help you succeed in today’s job market. Our team at VPCC has designed the classes below for those seeking professional certifications and hands-on training from the region’s most qualified faculty. Our programs provide flexible and affordable options to fit your schedule.
Important Announcement
Virginia state funding for FastForward programs (Workforce Credential Grant) is currently available but limited. Funds and space are available on a first-come, first-served basis. We urge you to apply and register as soon as possible.
Business
Fall 2026
| Class | Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location | Tuition | Virginia Resident Will Pay | Income-Eligible Will Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) | 9/21/2026 | 12/9/2026 | MW | 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm | Online – Synchronous | $3,000.00 | $1,000.00 | $0.00 |
| Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) | 9/22/2026 | 12/10/2026 | TW | 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm | Online – Synchronous | $3,000.00 | $1,000.00 | $0.00 |
Cybersecurity & Technology
Fall 2026
| Class | Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location | Tuition | Virginia Resident Will Pay | Income-Eligible Will Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tech+ | 10/21/2026 | 11/23/2026 | MW F | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm 6:00 pm – 6:30 pm | Online – Synchronous | $1,299.00 | $433.00 | $0.00 |
| A+ Certified Professional | 11/30/2026 | 4/7/2027 | MWF | 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm | Online – Synchronous | $4,500.00 | $1,500.00 | $0.00 |
| Network+ Certified Professional | 12/1/2026 | 2/4/2027 | MWF | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Online – Synchronous | $3,750.00 | $1,250.00 | $0.00 |
| Security+ Certified Professional | 10/13/2026 | 12/15/2026 | MW F | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm 6:00 pm – 6:30 pm | Online – Synchronous | $3,750.00 | $1,250.00 | $0.00 |
| Ethical Hacker | 10/10/2026 | 12/19/2026 | S | 9:00 am – 1:00 pm | Online – Synchronous | $3,474.00 | $1,158.00 | $0.00 |
Healthcare: FastForward Program
Fall 2026
| Class | Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location | Tuition | Virginia Resident Will Pay | Income-Eligible Will Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Behavioral Health Technician Assistant | 10/14/2026 | 11/16/2026 | MW | 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm | In-Person – Hampton | $1,500..00 | $500.00 | Clinical Medical Assistant (CMA) |
| Medical Administrative Assistant (MOAA) | 11/9/2026 | 2/25/2027 | MT | 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm | Online – Synchronous | $2,166.00 | $722.00 | $0.00 |
| Medical Administrative Assistant (MOAA) | 11/9/2026 | 2/25/2027 | MT | 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm | Hybrid | $2,166.00 | $722.00 | $0.00 |
| EKG Technician | 11/2/2026 | 2/8/2027 | MW | 10:00 am – 1:30 pm | In-Person – Hampton | $1,800.00 | $600.00 | $0.00 |
| EKG Technician | 11/5/2026 | 2/9/2027 | TR | 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm | In-Person – Hampton | $1,800.00 | $600.00 | $0.00 |
| Nurse Aide Education (CNA) | 9/24/2026 | 11/19/2026 | MTWR | 10:00 am – 2:15 pm | In-Person – Hampton | $3,495.00 | $1,165.00 | $0.00 |
| Nurse Aide Education (CNA) | 9/24/2026 | 11/19/2026 | MTWR | 4:00 pm – 8:15 pm | In-Person – Hampton | $3,495.00 | $1,165.00 | $0.00 |
| Nurse Aide Education (CNA) | 9/24/2026 | 11/19/2026 | MTWR | 4:00 pm – 8:15 pm | In-Person – Williamsburg | $3,495.00 | $1,165.00 | $0.00 |
| Phlebotomy Technician | 10/5/2026 | 12/16/2026 | MW | 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm | In-Person – Hampton | $3,000.00 | $1,000.00 | $0.00 |
| Phlebotomy Technician | 10/5/2026 | 12/16/2026 | MW | 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm | In-Person – Williamsburg | $3,000.00 | $1,000.00 | $0.00 |
| Phlebotomy Technician | 10/6/2026 | 12/17/2026 | TR | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm | In-Person – Hampton | $3,000.00 | $1,000.00 | $0.00 |
Day Codes:
M Monday – T Tuesday – W Wednesday – R Thursday – F Friday – S Saturday – U Sunday
* Check with the office to determine the entire schedule
Healthcare: Non-FastForward Programs
Fall 2026
| Class | Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Life Support (w/ CPR) American Heart Association | 9/12/2026 | 9/12/2026 | S | 9:00 am – 4:00 pm | In-Person – Hampton | $95.00 |
| Basic Life Support (w/ CPR) American Heart Association | 10/17/2026 | 10/17/2026 | S | 9:00 am – 4:00 pm | In-Person – Hampton | $95.00 |
| Basic Life Support (w/ CPR) American Heart Association | 11/21/2026 | 11/21/2026 | S | 9:00 am – 4:00 pm | In-Person – Hampton | $95.00 |
| Basic Life Support (w/ CPR) American Heart Association | 12/19/2026 | 12/19/2026 | S | 9:00 am – 4:00 pm | In-Person- Hampton | $95.00 |
| Class | Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Fitness Trainer | 10/6/2026 | 10/6/2026 | T S | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm | Online / Synchronous (In-Person) | $850.00 |
Hospitality
Fall 2026
| Class | Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location | Tuition | Virginia Resident Will Pay | Income-Eligible Will Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hospitality Training: Lodging | TBD | TBD | TR | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | In-Person – Williamsburg | $5,499.00 | $1,833.00 | $0.00 |
| Hospitality Training: Food | TBD | TBD | MW | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm | In-Person – Williamsburg | $5.499.00 | $1,833.00 | $0.00 |
Manufacturing & Construction Trades
Fall 2026
| Class | Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location | Delivery | Full Tuition | Virginia Resident Will Pay | Income-Eligible Will Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) | 9/21/2026 | 10/29/2026 | MTWR | 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm | PWDC/NNTC/TTC | In-Person | $3,900.00 | $1,300.00 | $0.00 |
| Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) | 9/21/2026 | 10/29/2026 | MTWR | 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm | PWDC/NNTC/TTC | In-Person | $3,900.00 | $1,300.00 | $0.00 |
| Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) | 10/5/2026 | 10/28/2026 | MTWR | 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm | PWDC/TTC | In-Person | $3,900.00 | $1,300.00 | $0.00 |
| Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) | 9/28/2026 | 10/29/2026 | MTWR | 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm | PWDCNNTC/TTC | In-Person | $2,547.00 | $849.00 | $0.00 |
| Certified Welder | 9/21/2026 | 10/29/2026 | MTWR | 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm | PWDC/NNTC/TTC | In-Person | $3,900.00 | $1,300.00 | $0.00 |
Building and Construction Trades
Fall 2026
| Class | Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location | Full Tuition | Virginia Resident Will Pay | Income-Eligible Will Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Logistics Associate | 9/22/2026 | 10/22/2026 | TR | 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm | Online – Synchronous | $1,500.00 | $500.00 | $0.00 |
| Certified Logistics Technician | 11/3/2026 | 12/3/2026 | TR | 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm | Online – Synchronous | $1,800.00 | $600.00 | $0.00 |
| CNC Milling Operations | 9/14/2026 | 11/11/2026 | MW | 4:30 pm – 9:00 pm | In-Person – Hampton | $2,400.00 | $800.00 | $0.00 |
| CNC Milling Operations | 9/15/2026 | 11/2/2026 | TR | 4:30 pm – 9:00 pm | In-Person – Toano | $2,400.00 | $800.00 | $0.00 |
| CNC Milling: Programming, Set-Up Operations | 11/16/2026 | 1/27/2027 | MW | 4:30 pm – 9:00 pm | In-Person – Hampton | $2,400.00 | $800.00 | $0.00 |
| Facilities Maintenance | 9/152026 | 2/16/2027 | MWF | 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm | In-Person – Newport News | $3,345.00 | $1,115.00 | $0.00 |
| NCCER Core (Carpentry) | 9/8/2026 | 10/8/2026 | TWR | 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm | In-Person – Toano | $1,098.00 | $1,300.00 | $0.00 |
| NCCER Core (Electrical) | 9/8/2026 | 10/12/2026 | MTW | 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm | In-Person – Newport News | $1,098.00 | $366.00 | $0.00 |
| Electrical Level 1 | 10/14/2026 | 12/23/2026 | MTW | 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm | In-Person – Newport News | $4,500.00 | $1,500.00 | $0.00 |
Day Codes:
M Monday – T Tuesday – W Wednesday – R Thursday – F Friday – S Saturday – U Sunday
(PWDC)
Peninsula Workforce Development Center
600 Butler Farm Road
Hampton, VA 23666
(TTC)
Toano Trades Center
236 Industry Blvd
Toano, VA 23168
(NNTS)
Newport News Trades Center
520 21st Street
Newport News, VA 23607
Marine Trades Training Electrical
Fall 2026
| Class | Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location | Delivery | Tuition | Virginia Resident Will Pay | Income Eligible Will Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marine Electrician Course | 9/8/2026 | 9/21/2026 | MTWRF | 7:00 am – 3:30 pm | Hampton/ Newport News | In-Person | $1,998.00 | $666.00 | $0.00 |
| Marine Electrician Course | 10/5/2026 | 10/16/2026 | MTWRF | 7:00 am – 3:30 pm | Hampton / Newport News | In-Person | $1,998.00 | $666.00 | $0.00 |
| Marine Electrician Course | 11/2/2026 | 11/13/2026 | MTWRF | 7:00 am – 3:30 pm | Hampton / Newport News | In-Person | $1,998.00 | $666.00 | $0.00 |
| Marine Electrician Course | 11/30/2026 | 12/11/2026 | MTWRF | 7:00 am – 3:30 pm | Hampton / Newport News | In-Person | $1,998.00 | $666.00 | $0.00 |
Marine Trades Training Structural Fitter
Fall 2026
| Class | Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location | Delivery | Tuition | Virginia Resident Will Pay | Income Eligible Will Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marine Structural Fitter Level 1 | 9/8/2026 | 9/28/2026 | MTWRF | 7:00 am – 3:30 pm | Newport News | In-Person | $3,900.00 | $1,300.00 | $0.00 |
| Marine Structural Fitter Level 1 | 10/5/2026 | 10/23/2026 | MTWRF | 7:00 am – 3:30 pm | Newport News | In-Person | $3,900.00 | $1,300.00 | $0.00 |
| Marine Structural Fitter Level 1 | 11/30/2026 | 12/18/2026 | MTWRF | 7:00 am – 3:30 pm | Newport News | In-Person | $3,900.00 | $1,300.00 | $0.00 |
Fall 2026
Marine Trades Training Welding
| Class | Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location | Delivery | Tuition | Virginia Resident Will Pay | Income Eligible Will Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MTT Welding Level 3 | 9/8/2026 | 9/28/2026 | MTWRF | 7:00 am – 3:30 pm | Hampton/ Newport News | In-Person | $3,900.00 | $1,300.00 | $0.00 |
| MTT Welding Level 3 | 10/5/2026 | 10/23/2026 | MTWRF | 7:00 am – 3:30 pm | Hampton/ Newport News | In-Person | $3,900.00 | $1,300.00 | $0.00 |
| MTT Welding Level 3 | 11/30/2026 | 12/18/2026 | MTWRF | 7:00 am – 3:30 pm | Hampton/ Newport News | In-Person | $3,900.00 | $1,300.00 | $0.00 |
| Class | Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location | Delivery | Tuition | Virginia Resident Will Pay | Income Eligible Will Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MTT Welding Level 3 | 9/6/2026 | 9/27/2026 | UMTWR | 11:00 pm – 7:00 am | Hampton/ Newport News | In-Person | $3,900.00 | $1,300.00 | $0.00 |
| MTT Welding Level 3 | 10/4/2026 | 10/22/2026 | UMTWR | 11:00 pm – 7:00 pm | Hampton/ Newport News | In-Person | $3,900.00 | $1,300.00 | $0.00 |
| MTT Welding Level 3 | 11/29/2026 | 12/17/2026 | UMTWR | 11:00 pm – 7:00 pm | Hampton/ Newport News | In-Person | $3,900.00 | $1,300.00 | $0.00 |
(PWDC)
Peninsula Workforce Development Center
600 Butler Farm Road
Hampton, VA 23666
(NNTS)
Newport News Trades Center
520 21st Street
Newport News, VA 23607
Marine Welder – Virginia Ship Repair Association (VSRA) Pre-Hire Program
Associated Credential – AWS Certified Welder-Marine Welder Level 1
Requirements – Be 18+ years or older, have a High School Diploma or GED
Must wear steel-toe shoes to class
The course is three weeks (120 hours) long and designed to prepare candidates for a career in Marine Welding at various regional shipyards. It will cover the basics of stick welding, with the AWS certification test included on the last day of class (which requires travel to Hampton). Additionally, the course equips students with the skills necessary for entry-level employment in the ship repair industry.
*The participating member companies of the Virginia Ship Repair Association (VSRA) will select students for this class.
To apply, visit shiprepairtraining.com
In partnership with the Virginia Ship Repair Association, students selected for this program may enter into direct employment with VSRA’s partner employer.
For more information, call the Workforce Development Center at (757) 825-4070.
Transportation & Licensing
Students who enroll in the following programs are eligible for FastForward tuition assistance.
Fall 2026
| Class | Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location | Delivery | Full Tuition | Virginia Resident Will Pay | Income Eligible Will Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CDL: Class A Tractor Trailer Training | 8/31/2026 | 9/24/2026 | MTWR | 7:00 am – 5:30 pm | Hampton | In-Person | $5,400.00 | $1,800.00 | $0.00 |
| CDL: Class A Tractor Trailer Training | 9/28/2026 | 10/22/2026 | MTWR | 7:00 am – 5:30 pm | Hampton | In-Person | $5,400.00 | $1,800.00 | $0.00 |
| CDL: Class A Tractor Trailer Training | 10/3/2026 | 11/22/2026 | SU | 7:00 am – 5:30 pm | Hampton | In-Person | $5,400.00 | $1,800.00 | $0.00 |
| CDL: Class A Tractor Trailer Training | 10/26/2026 | 11/19/2026 | MTWR | 7:00 am – 5:30 pm | Hampton | In-Person | $5,400.00 | $1,800.00 | $0.00 |
| CDL: Class A Tractor Trailer Training | 11/23/2026 | 12/17/2026 | MTWR | 7:00 am – 5:30 pm | Hampton | In-Person | $5,400.00 | $1,800.00 | $0.00 |
| CDL: Class A Tractor Trailer Training | 11/28/2026 | 1/17/2027 | SU | 7:00 am – 5:30 pm | Hampton | In-Person | $5,400.00 | $1,800.00 | $0.00 |
| CDL: Class A Tractor Trailer Training | 12/21/2026 | 1/14/2027 | MTWR | 7:00 am – 5:30 pm | Hampton | In-Person | $5,400.00 | $1,800.00 | $0.00 |
* Transportation & Licensing (Important Notice: Students must have their Class A permit before registering for the CDL courses). Also, the trucks used for instruction and DMV testing are all “Automatic Transmission.”
Motorcycle Basic Rider
Fall 2026
Introductory Motorcycle Experience
| Class | Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location | Delivery | Full Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-BRC Training Course | 9/11/2026 | 9/11/2026 | F | 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm | Hampton | In-Person | $75.00 |
| Pre-BRC Training Course | 10/16/2026 | 10/16/2026 | F | 500 pm – 7:30 pm | Hampton | In-Person | $75.00 |
Basic Rider Course
| Class | Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location | Delivery | Full Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRC Training Course | 9/5/2026 | 9/6/2026 | SU | 7:00 am – 1:00 pm | Hampton | In-Person | $245.00 |
| BRC Training Course | 9/12/2026 | 9/13/2026 | SU | 7:00 am – 1:00 pm | Hampton | In-Person | $245.00 |
| BRC Training Course | 9/19/2026 | 9/20/2026 | SU | 7:00 am – 1:00 pm | Hampton | In-Person | $245.00 |
| BRC Training Course | 9/26/2026 | 9/272026 | SU | 7:00 am – 1:00 pm | Hampton | In-Person | $245.00 |
| BRC Training Course | 10/3/2026 | 10/4/2026 | SU | 7:00 am – 1:00 pm | Hampton | In-Person | $245.00 |
| BRC Training Course | 10/10/2026 | 10/11/2026 | SU | 7:00 am – 1:00 pm | Hampton | In-Person | $245.00 |
| BRC Training Course | 10/172026 | 10/18/2026 | SU | 7:00 am – 1:00 pm | Hampton | In-Person | $245.00 |
| BRC Training Course | 10/24/2026 | 10/25/2026 | SU | 7:00 am – 1:00 pm | Hampton | In-Person | $245.00 |
| BRC Training Course | 10/31/2026 | 11/1/2026 | SU | 7:00 am – 1:00 pm | Hampton | In-Person | $245.00 |
| BRC Training Course | 11/7/2026 | 11/8/2026 | SU | 7:00 am – 1:00 pm | Hampton | In-Person | $245.00 |
| BRC Training Course | 11/14/2026 | 11/15/2026 | SU | 7:00 am – 1:00 pm | Hampton | Iin-Person | $245.00 |
| BRC Training Course | 11/21/2026 | 11/22/2026 | SU | 7:00 am – 1:00 pm | Hampton | In-Person | $245.00 |
| BRC Training Course | 11/28/2026 | 11/29/2026 | SU | 7:00 am – 1:00 pm | Hampton | In-Person | $245.00 |
| BRC Training Course | 12/5/2026 | 12/6/2026 | SU | 7:00 am – 1:00 pm | Hampotn | In-Person | $245.00 |
| BRC Training Course | 12/12/2026 | 12/13/2026 | SU | 7:00 am – 1:00 pm | Hampton | In-Person | $245.00 |
Motorcycle Experience
| Class | Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location | Delivery | Full Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRC Experienced Training Course | 9/20/2026 | 9/20/2026 | U | 1:00 pm – 6:30 pm | Hampton | In-Person | $125.00 |
| BRC Experienced Training Course | 10/18/2026 | 10/18/2026 | U | 1:00 pm – 6:30 pm | Hampton | In-Person | $125.00 |
Day Codes:
M Monday – T Tuesday – W Wednesday – R Thursday – F Friday – S Saturday – U Sunday
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