Workforce Solutions at CVCC is Central Virginia’s choice for comprehensive learning solutions that empowers community learners and companies to achieve more.
Skilled Trades
Backflow Prevention Device Training
Three options:
- 40-hour Backflow Prevention Device Certification Prep Class
- 16-hour Backflow Prevention Device Certification Prep Class
- 4-hour Installation Class
Electrical Technology
The Electrical Technology programs provide students the opportunity to earn industry-recognized credentials in both NCCER CORE and NCCER Electrical.
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
This program is designed for the student who desires skills in heating and air conditioning. Upon completion of this program, the student will possess advanced skills in electricity, circuits, controls and heat pumps to obtain employment as an entry-level installer or service assistant.
Industrial Maintenance
These programs are designed to prepare students for working in industrial maintenance.
Machine Tool
This program is designed for the student who desires to become a highly skilled operator of machines and tools used in the manufacturing industry. Upon completion of the program, the student may become a skilled machinist or machinist trainee.
Machine Tool & Quality
This program is designed for the student who desires to become a skilled quality control inspector and machinist trainee. Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to verify precision manufactured parts meet engineering blueprints and standards.
Mechatronics
This program is designed for the student who desires a career in advanced manufacturing. It combines content from mechanics, electronics, robotics and computer-related subjects. In class, knowledge is balanced with practical, hands-on training such as assembly, test and trouble-shooting. Students earn four industry certifications. Upon completion of this program, the student will be qualified for a wide variety of positions that offer great career potential in the local area.
Tradesman Update
This course will provide you with information concerning new definitions, code changes, and general requirements, impacts on the job, general use and special equipment included in the respective codes.
Welding Technology
This program is designed for the student who desires to obtain skills as a beginning welder. Other possible positions include welder, metal fabricator and welding layout.