FastForward helps train you for some of Virginia's most in-demand careers. Training is available across Virginia at your local community college.

Virginia, USA
Joined June 2017
FastForward VA retweeted
Veterans, are you looking for a new career? Manufacturing Technician student Vince Valerio is earning his credentials through VA Ready before retiring from the military. youtube.com/watch?v=PLLdj7Ij… Thank you to @FastForwardVA for spotlighting this scholar!#NewCareer #Manufacturing
1
1
FastForward VA retweeted
Russell A. Kavalhuna, J.D. has been hired as @VCCS_SO's next chancellor. Read more: tinyurl.com/yndxnct6
8
7
29
Join the Hampton Roads Veteran Employment Center on May 19th from 12-1:30PM to hear from guest presenter Sultan Camp and learn more about opportunities within Newport News Shipbuilding. Register today at uso.zoom.us/meeting/register…
We are looking for employers to join our new job network - Network2Work! This custom configured job network will streamline the job seeker and employer recruitment experiences. For more info, please contact Tracy Evans at [email protected] or 757-373-4980. #Network2Work
Mark your calendars for an "Open Air Job Fair" on April 30 from 10 am until 2 pm, in the Crossroads Institute Parking Lot in Galax. Masks are required and social distancing observed. *Rain date: May 7.
1
1
FastForward VA retweeted
"A bachelor’s degree is NOT the only path to a fulfilling career and a livable salary."~ @VCCS_SO Chancellor Glenn DuBois #fastforwardva tinyurl.com/4t3hbrbh
Grenova, a Virginia-based sustainable biotech firm, will invest $10.6 million to expand production of pipette tip cleaning, washing, and sterilizing machines in the City of Richmond, creating 250 new jobs. @TipNovus @grpva @CityRichmondVA hubs.ly/H0LDlDk0
4
2
12
FastForward VA retweeted
Our live Financial Aid Bootcamp starts today! It’s not too late to sign up to attend one (or more) of the sessions below ⬇️ Register now and you’ll also be sent a recording: bit.ly/3dvVO8f
FastForward VA retweeted
Join Appalachian Plastics and MORE at the #GetHired Career Fair! This Career fair is not only for students, but also community members! Also its FREE! On-Campus/outdoors on April 20th | 9AM-1PM Virtual on April 22 | 9AM-1PM Register at vhcccareerfair.paperform.co
2
3
“Kvaal added there are training programs shorter than 15-weeks that produce strong outcomes, including the touted @FastForwardVA program in Virginia.” - ccdaily.com/2021/04/kvaal-mo… #comm_college @JamesKvaal @VCCS_SO
1
6
Dental Assisting Class begins on May 4 and space is limited! Funding assistance is available from Workforce Development Services so contact us ASAP for details! Call 757-789-7979 or email [email protected]. es.vccs.edu/.../fundamentals…
2
2
“In Virginia’s ⁦@FastForwardVA⁩ program, students see an average of 25-50 percent wage increase and 90 percent report getting jobs with health benefits for the first time ever in their lives.” #comm_college #ShortTermPell opencampusmedia.org/2021/03/…
3
1
10
FastForward VA retweeted
G3, Governor Ralph Northam's tuition-free community college initiative, has been signed into law. Learn more: bit.ly/3uadhIX
Recent graduates of ‘FastForward’ training program at Virginia’s community colleges report higher wages wric.com/news/virginia-news/… @FastForwardVA #workforce #comm_college
Have you registered for the upcoming FastForward CNA (starting Jan 11) or CMA (starting Feb 15) classes yet. Space is limited & so is tuition assistance. See if you qualify & register with Brooke at 540.863.2848 or [email protected]. Or visit dslcc.edu/workforce
2
1
It's a new year. Find your new you! We've got short-term training opportunities w/ financial assistance options in welding, CDL, healthcare and more. Visit dslcc.edu/workforce for more info. @FastForwardVA @DSLCC #Careers
2
1
FastForward VA retweeted
Get FREE tuition and fees for spring semester at PVCC! This is a one-time offer for courses in high-demand career fields. Don’t delay, contact an advisor now at pvcc.edu/REV-advising to get started. Visit pvcc.edu/free21 for more details. #pvcc
We are immensely proud of this PHCC's workforce grad! A passion for helping others drove this hard-working mom of three kids under 5 to complete her CCMA in just a few months -- during a crazy pandemic no less! @FastForwardVA ! Read her story here --> fastforwardva.org/not-all-he…
1
2
FastForward VA retweeted
Un/Underemployed due to COVID-19? We’ll pay your tuition. The Re-Employing Virginians campaign is covering the costs of tuition and fees for programs in Virginia’s most high-demand fields. Enroll by Dec. 14. Eligibility requirements apply. See brcc.edu/rev.html for info
1
1
Have you heard about the NEW tuition voucher available for individuals whose employment was affected by COVID-19? You may qualify to receive up to $3,000 in tuition assistance. Get more info & get started this spring - dslcc.edu/rev
1
1