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A career in the trades offers endless possibilities locally and regionally with advancement opportunities. Work in industry, construction trades or advanced manufacturing to earn a great wage in a high-demand field. Look for our FastForward Career Training Programs to quickly train and receive a credential in one of Virginia’s highest-demand career fields.
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Need help deciding or want to confirm your decision regarding future trades classes? These FREE information sessions will introduce you to a variety of professions. Whether you are planning to register for an upcoming class or are on the fence about your next career step, come and join us to gain more information. This can be your first step towards an exciting, challenging, and rewarding career in the trade professions.
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Skilled Trade Courses in Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, and More
Apprenticeship courses at Laurel Ridge Workforce Solutions provide students with the basic knowledge and skills required to apply for entry-level positions or apprenticeship positions with a variety of companies. Whether you are new to the trade or an experienced professional currently employed, take apprentices courses to build your skills and start your journey to a successful career in the trades. Click here to read more >>>
HVAC Technician
HVAC technicians install, service, or repair heating and air conditioning systems in residences or commercial establishments. This also includes refrigeration systems, including oil burners, hot-air furnaces, and heating stoves.
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Heavy Equipment Operator
Become a heavy equipment operator and earn an industry-recognized credential. The Heavy Equipment Operator program was developed to meet the growing employment demands for equipment operators. This class serves as the first level of training in the Heavy Equipment Operator program and includes a Guarantee to Interview with local companies. Click here to read more >>>
Construction Project Management
The field of construction project management is diverse and enormously complex. There are several major classifications of construction that differ uniquely from each other: residential, commercial building, heavy highway, utility, and industrial projects.
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Certified Welder
Ideal for new welders and those who want to enhance current welding skills, our Certified Welder Fast Track Career Training Program is designed to American Welding Society (AWS) standards and prepares students for AWS Certifications.
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Carpenter
Carpenters are involved in many different kinds of construction activities, from building highways and bridges to installing kitchen cabinets. Carpenters construct, erect, install, and repair structures and fixtures made from wood and other materials.
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Mechatronics Program
The Multi-Craft program has advanced to the next level to meet the demands of advanced manufacturing technologies. This new Mechatronics program has been enhanced to include training in PLC languages, industrial electrical/mechanics, fluid power, and process instrumentation and systems control. Click here to read more >>>
Commercial Truck Driver
Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers transport goods from one location to another. Most tractor-trailer drivers operate trucks with a gross vehicle weight (GVW) capacity of more than 26,000 pounds. These drivers are required to obtain a Commercial Drivers License. Some truck drivers deliver goods locally and some over-the-road which spans several states.
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