Schedule
Explore our FastForward programs in more detail, quickly find the next offering of each program below, or review our comprehensive brochure. Early registration is encouraged to secure a space. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.
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FastForward Credential Programs |
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Start Date | End Date | Days | Times | Location | Full Tuition | FastForward Tuition | Register by | |
HEALTHCARE |
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Clinical Medical Assistant |
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| Clinical Medical Assistant | Feb. 6 | Jun. 28 | MWF | 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. | #Hybrid | $3,267 | $1,089 | Feb. 1 | |
| +Skills Labs | Mar. 18 & Apr. 15 | Select Saturdays | 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Stultz | |||||
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First Week meetings (2/6-2/10) will be in-person at the Stultz Building. Students who have a laptop are encouraged to bring their laptops for the first week of class. #HYBRID NOTES: Class sessions on Monday/Wednesday evenings and skills labs on Saturdays are held in person in the Stultz Building. Friday evening meetings are held virtually via Zoom/Canvas. Reliable Internet connection and a computer are needed for this program. |
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Nurse Aide |
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| Nurse Aide* | Feb. 20 | May 13 | MTWTh | 6 - 9 p.m. | #Hybrid | $3,495 | $1,165 | Feb. 14 | |
| + Skills Labs | Mar. 17, Apr. 14 & May 5 | Select Fridays | 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. | Stultz | |||||
| + Skills Labs | Feb. 25, Mar. 18, Apr. 15, May 6 & May 13 | Select Saturdays | 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Stultz | |||||
| #HYBRID NOTES: First week meetings (2/20-2/23) are held in person at Stultz building, as are weekend skills labs. Remaining weekday meetings are held virtually via Zoom/Canvas. Clinical locations and times vary. Reliable Internet connection and a computer are needed for this program. | |||||||||
Nurse Aide for English Language Learners |
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| Feb. 13 | Jun. 8 | MWF | 9:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Stultz | $3,495 | $1,165 | Feb. 7 | ||
| + Skills Labs | Th | 9:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Stultz | ||||||
| This section is an Integrated Education & Training program in partnership with TJACE. Clinical locations and times vary. Reliable Internet connection and a computer are strongly encouraged for this program. | |||||||||
Medication Aide |
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| Medication Aide* | Mar. 13 | May 18 | MWTh | 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. | #Hybrid | $1,101 | $367 | Mar. 8 | |
| +Skills Labs | M | 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. | Main | ||||||
| + Clinical | TBD | TBD | MWTh | 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. | TBD | ||||
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First Week - Class meets in-person on Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday evening from 6-9 p.m.during the first week only; thereafter the class meets on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings. Students who have a laptop are encouraged to bring their laptops for the first week of class. First week location is Stultz Building. #HYBRID NOTES: Skills sessions on Monday evenings are held in person in the Keats Building on Main campus. Wednesday and Thursday evening meetings are held virtually via Zoom/Canvas. Clinical hours and locations vary. Reliable Internet connection and a computer are needed for this program. |
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Phlebotomy Technician |
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| Phlebotomy Technician* | Mar. 13 | May 25 | TWTh | 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. | Stultz | $2,334 | $778 | Mar. 8 | |
| + Externship | TBD | TBD | |||||||
| + BLS CPR^ | Sat | 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. | |||||||
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Notes: Externship locations and times vary. ^BLS-CPR for Healthcare Providers required at no additional cost for those not already certified through September 30, 2023. Students who have a laptop are encouraged to bring their laptops for the first week of class. Reliable Internet connection and a computer are strongly encouraged for this program. |
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Sterile Processing Technician *NEW* |
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| Sterile Processing Technician | Feb. 20 | TBD | TBD | TBD | Main | $4,500 | $1,500 | Feb. 16 | |
| This program is offered in partnership with UVA Health and Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital. More details to come. | |||||||||
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY |
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| Program | Start Date | End Date | Days | Times | Location | Full Tuition | FastForward Tuition | Register by | |
| A+ | Mar. 14 | May 23 | T, F | 6 - 10 p.m. | Main | $2,502 | $834 | Mar. 8 | |
| + Skills Labs | Mar. 25 & Apr. 22 | Sat | 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Main | |||||
| Network+ | Jun. 6 | Jul. 28 | T, F | 6 - 10 p.m. | Main | $1,716 | $572 | May 31 | |
| Security+ | Coming in Fall 2023 | $1,611 | $537 | ||||||
LOGISTICS & TRANSPORTATION |
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| Program | Start Date | End Date | Days | Times | Location | Full Tuition | FastForward Tuition | Register by | |
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) |
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| CDL (Class A) | Jan. 3 | Feb. 7 | MTWTh | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Stultz | $4,500 | $1,500 | Dec. 22 | |
| CDL (Class A) | Jan. 7 | Mar 12 | S, Su | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Stultz | $4,500 | $1,500 | Jan. 4 | |
| CDL (Class A) | Jan. 30 | Mar. 2 | MTWTh | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Stultz | $4,500 | $1,500 | Jan.25 | |
| CDL (Class B Truck) | Jan. 30 | Feb. 22 | MTWTh | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Stultz | $3,300 | $1,100 | Jan. 25 | |
| CDL (Class A) | Mar. 6 | Apr. 6 | MTWTh | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Stultz | $4,500 | $1,500 | Mar. 1 | |
| CDL (Class A) | Mar. 25 | Jun. 11 | S, Su | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Stultz | $4,500 | $1,500 | Mar. 22 | |
| CDL (Class A) | Apr. 3 | May 4 | MTWTh | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Stultz | $4,500 | $1,500 | Mar. 29 | |
| CDL (Class A) | May 1 | Jun. 5 | MTWTh | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Stultz | $4,500 | $1,500 | Apr. 26 | |
| CDL (Class A) | May 30 | Jun. 29 | MTWTh | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Stultz | $4,500 | $1,500 | May. 24 | |
Heavy Equipment Operator Pathway |
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| Introduction to Construction | Feb.18 | Mar. 4 | S, Su | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Stultz | $1,098 | $366 | Feb. 14 | |
| Heavy Equipment Operator, Level 1 ^ | Mar. 18 | Apr. 22 | S, Su | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Stultz | $3,402 | $1,134 | Mar. 14 | |
| Heavy Equipment Operator, Level 2 | May 6 | Jun. 17 | S, Su | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Stultz | $3,402 | $1,134 | May 2 | |
Small Engine Repair Pathway |
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| Driveline/Hydraulics | Mar. 20 | Apr. 19 | MW | 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. | Main | $675 | $225 | Mar. 15 | |
| 4-Stroke Engine Repair | Coming in Fall 2023 | $675 | $225 | ||||||
| 2-Stroke Engine Repair | Coming in Fall 2023 | $600 | $200 | ||||||
| Power Equipment Electrical Systems | Coming in Fall 2023 | $600 | $200 | ||||||
| Compact Diesel Engine Repair | Coming in Spring 2024 | $999 | $333 | ||||||
SKILLED TRADES |
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| Program | Start Date | End Date | Days | Times | Location | Full Tuition | FastForward Tuition | Register by | |
Construction Pathway |
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| Introduction to Construction | Apr. 24 | May 4 | MTWTh | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | JSCC | $1,098 | $366 | Apr. 19 | |
| Construction Craft Laborer, Level 1 ^ | May 8 | May 25 | MTWTh | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | JSCC | $2,304 | $768 | May 3 | |
Electrical Pathway |
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| Introduction to Construction | Feb. 1 | Mar. 2 | TWTh | 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. | JSCC | $1,098 | $366 | Jan. 27 | |
| Electrical, Level 1 ^ | Mar. 20 | Jun. 5 | MW | 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. | JSCC | $1,500 | $500 | May 31 | |
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC) Pathway |
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| Introduction to Air Conditioning | Jan. 23 | Feb. 27 | MW | 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. | JSCC | $1,275 | $425 | Jan. 18 | |
| AC & Electrical Systems Troubleshooting | Mar. 13 | Apr. 24 | MW | 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. | JSCC | $1,275 | $425 | Mar. 8 | |
| Introduction to Construction | May 30 | Jun. 22 | MTWTh | 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. | JSCC | $1,098 | $366 | May 24 | |
Maintenance Technician Pathway, Option #1 |
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| Maintenance Technician | Jan. 5 | Feb. 16 | T, Th | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | JSCC | $2,100 | $700 | Jan. 2 | |
Maintenance Technician Pathway, Option #2 |
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| Introduction to Construction | Feb. 22 | Mar. 20 | MTWTh | 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. | JSCC | $1,098 | $366 | Feb. 17 | |
| Maintenance Technician | Mar. 29 | May 18 | MTWTh | 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. | JSCC | $2,100 | $700 | Feb. 17 | |
| This section is an Integrated Education & Training program in partnership with TJACE. | |||||||||
Plumbing Pathway |
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| Introduction to Construction | Feb. 1 | Mar. 2 | TWTh | 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. | JSCC | $1,098 | $366 | Jan. 27 | |
| Plumbing, Level 1^ | Mar. 14 | Jun. 1 | T, Th | 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. | JSCC | $1,599 | $533 | Mar. 9 | |
Solar Technologies Pathway, Option #1 |
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| Industrial Solar Installer | Mar. 6 | Mar. 10 | MTWThF | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Main | $897 | $299 | Mar. 1 | |
| Solar Technician | Mar. 13 | Mar. 17 | MTWThF | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | JSCC | $1,425 | $475 | Mar. 8 | |
Solar Technologies Pathway, Option #2 |
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| Industrial Solar Installer | Jun. 8 | Jun. 15 | MTWTh | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Main | $897 | $299 | Jun. 5 | |
| Solar Technician | Jun. 20 | Jun. 28 | TWTh | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | JSCC | $1,425 | $475 | Jun. 15 | |
Electrical + Solar Technologies Combined Pathway, Option #1 |
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| Introduction to Construction | Feb. 1 | Mar. 2 | TWTh | 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. | JSCC | $1,098 | $366 | Jan. 27 | |
| Industrial Solar Installer | Mar. 6 | Mar. 10 | MTWThF | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Main | $897 | $299 | Mar. 1 | |
| Solar Technician | Mar. 13 | Mar. 17 | MTWThF | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | JSCC | $1,425 | $475 | Mar. 8 | |
| Electrical, Level 1 ^ | Mar. 20 | Jun. 5 | MW | 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. | JSCC | $1,500 | $500 | Mar. 15 | |
Electrical + Solar Technologies Combined Pathway, Option #2 |
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| Introduction to Construction | Feb. 1 | Mar. 2 | TWTh | 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. | JSCC | $1,098 | $366 | Jan. 27 | |
| Electrical, Level 1 ^ | Mar. 20 | Jun. 5 | MW | 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. | JSCC | $1,500 | $500 | Mar. 15 | |
| Industrial Solar Installer | Jun. 8 | Jun. 15 | MTWTh | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Main | $500 | $299 | Jun. 5 | |
| Solar Technician | Jun. 20 | Jun. 28 | TWTh | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | JSCC | $1,425 | $475 | Jun. 15 | |
WELDING & MANUFACTURING |
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| Program | Start Date | End Date | Days | Times | Location | Full Tuition | FastForward Tuition | Register by | |
| Basic Welder | Jan. 17 | Apr. 18 | T, Th | 5:30-9:30 p.m. | Stultz | $3,204 | $1,068 | Jan. 11 | |
| Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) | Apr. 25 | Jun. 27 | T, Th | 5:30-9:30 p.m. | Stultz | $3,498 | $1,166 | Apr. 20 | |
| Soldering | Apr. 8 | May 6 | S | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | JSCC | $1,500 | $500 | Apr. 5 | |
Day Abbreviations
M=Monday, T=Tuesday, W=Wednesday, Th=Thursday, F=Friday, S=Saturday, Su=Sunday
Course Locations/ Abbreviations
Main = PVCC Main Campus, 501 College Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22901
Stultz = Stultz Building on Main Campus, 501 College Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22901
JSCC = Jefferson School City Center, 233 4th Street NW, Charlottesville, VA 22903
No classes scheduled on the following dates in 2023:
Jan. 16, May 27-29, June 19, July 1-4, Sept. 2-4, Oct. 9-10, Nov. 7, Nov. 22-26
* Clinical & Testing Time Vary; Class dates and location subject to change.
** Registrations after this date will be permitted if space is available.
^ Earned credential in Introduction to Construction from National Center for Construction Research & Education (NCCER) is required before enrollment in Level 1 classes; it is highly recommended for all skilled trade pathways
All admissions requirements and funding paperwork must be completed prior to registration.
Class dates, location and tuition subject to change.