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Spring/Summer 2020

Workforce Development Schedule: Quick Guide

The information below is from the Spring/Summer 2020 Workforce Development Schedule (printed January 2020) and is subject to updates and revisions. Please check with RCC’s Workforce Development to confirm classes, schedules and credentials.

“Whether you are planning to start, change, or enhance your career, RCC is ready to assist you. We offer programs in adult education/GED, manufacturing, engineering, welding, commercial driver licensing (CDL), accounting, nursing, paramedic and many other technical training and college transfer programs. Tuition assistance and financial aid is also available for most programs and credentials, whether a short-term training program or two-year degree.”

— Dr. Shannon L. Kennedy, President, Rappahannock Community College

Machining

The average hourly wage of CNC Machinists in Virginia
is $21⁷⁵ per hour which is 7% above the national average.

This course introduces you to basic machine shop practices. You will learn the set-up and operation of common machine shop equipment such as the drill press, power saw, manual milling machine, and manual lathe. The course includes an introduction to computer numerical control (CNC) machines and enables you to apply fundamental principles and applications of setup and operation to a CNC Mill. You will be able to perform common inspection processes and generate a production run of parts to the given print tolerance.

T/Th       May 5 – Jul. 2                4:30 – 7:30 pm                WWTC                $319

 

Architecture & Construction

These courses are designed for ALL educational levels. Call for further details.

 

Residential Wiring

Studies wiring methods and standards used for residential dwellings. Provides practical experience in design, layout, construction, and testing of residential electrical systems with the use of full-scale mockups.

T/Th       Mar.10 – Apr. 23                5:30 – 8:00 pm                Glenns Campus                $379

 

Introduction to Carpentry

In this Introduction to Carpentry course you will learn to properly identify commonly used building materials, fasteners, and hand and power tools. You will gain knowledge through hands-on experience framing a floor, walls, a ceiling, and a roof. You will gain experience installing siding, windows, a door, and exterior roofing materials as well as construction math and estimating materials. OSHA-10 Certification may also be earned.

T/Th       May 5 – Jul. 2                5:30 – 8:00 pm             Mathews High School                $279

 

Introduction to Plumbing

An introduction to the plumbing field using classroom and hands-on lab time. This course will teach the basic terminology, tools, and proper procedures to perform in the plumbing profession. You will install restroom and kitchen fixtures.

T/Th       Jun. 2 – Jul. 9                5:30 – 7:30 pm             Kilmarnock                $279

                                

Tradesman License Renewal (Online)

Renew your tradesman license at your convenience! Journeymen, Master Plumbers, Electricians, HVAC mechanics, and Gas Fitters are required by the Virginia Board of Contractors to take a pre-determined number of continuing education hours. These classes are recognized by the Virginia Department of Professional & Occupational Regulation (DPOR) and the Virginia Board of Contractors.

Cost: Electrical, Plumbing, and HVAC – $45 Gas Fitter – $25

Many of our classes include the training and testing necessary to earn an industry-recognized credential. Employers view these as evidence of your skills and knowledge. Prove that you are qualified for a desired position by getting certified! Look for the credential icon throughout this schedule to identify classes tied to industry-recognized credentials.

AWS Welding Certification Programs

 

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

Students acquire skillsets that are attached to specified American Welding Society certifications and must earn the industry credential prior to advancement in the program. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required and must be purchased by each participant in the program. Attendance is critical to successful course completion. All welding courses must be taken in sequence due to safety/lab restrictions. Meeting or exceeding weld quality specifications as outlined by the American Welding Society (D1.1 code) are a requirement prior to testing.

PPE required:

• Hard-soled, 8” lace up leather boots (steel toe preferred but not req.)
• Ear plugs or Ear muffs
• Burning goggles
• Gloves (gauntlet type)
• Welding Shield and Helmet (self-darkening preferred)
• Safety Glasses (ANSI 287.1)

Class size is limited so sign up early! If you are interested in discounting and financial assistance, you must contact us at least 3 weeks before the start of class.

 

Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)

Shielded Metal Arc Welding, often referred to as stick welding, is the basis of all welding processes. You will learn to weld multiple joint designs utilizing the SMAW process in accordance with American Welding Society specifications.

Class cost $801

 

Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)

Gas Metal Arc Welding, often referred to as MIG, offers lab instruction in the following processes: short circuit; spray transfer; and pulsed transfer. You will learn to weld multiple joint designs utilizing the GMAW process in accordance with American Welding Society specifications.

Class cost $999

 

Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)

Flux Cored Arc Welding is an all position process. You will learn the proper machine set up and equipment operation.  You will learn to weld multiple joint designs utilizing the FCAW process in accordance with American Welding Society specifications.

Class cost $999

 

Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)

Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, also known as TIG or Heli-Arc, is the most technically demanding process. TIG welding is a two-handed process. You will utilize multiple joint designs and base metal types using the GTAW process in accordance with American Welding Society specifications.

Class cost $450

 

Introduction Pipe Welding

Introduction to Pipe Welding utilizing the SMAW or GTAW process includes two designs — open root joint design and backing ring joint design. You must have a 3G AWS Welding certification in SMAW or GTAW process prior to enrolling in this class (a preparation class may be offered to students that need to meet this requirement), or field experience with instructor’s approval.

Class cost $801

 

Welding Class Schedules

The average hourly wage for welders in Virginia is $18⁰⁹/hr, which is 6% above the national average.

 

Glenns Campus: 12745 College Drive, Glenns, VA 23149

S            Apr. 4 – Jun. 13             8:00 am – 12:00 pm

M/W     Mar. 2 – Apr. 15          6:00 – 9:00 pm

T/Th      Mar. 3 – Apr. 16          6:00 – 9:00 pm

M/W     Apr. 27 – Jun. 15         6:00 – 9:00 pm

T/Th      Apr. 28 – Jun. 11        6:00 – 9:00 pm

S            Jul. 11 – Sep. 19            8:00 am – 12:00 pm

M/W     Jun. 22 – Aug. 5         6:00 – 9:00 pm

T/Th      Jun. 23 – Aug. 6         6:00 – 9:00 pm

 

Westmoreland Workforce Training Center: 80 Industrial Drive, Montross, VA 22520

M/W     Mar. 2 – Apr. 15         6:00 – 9:00 pm

T-Th     Mar. 10 – Mar. 19      7:00 am – 3:30 pm

T-Th     Apr. 7 – Apr. 16         7:00 am – 3:30 pm

M/W     Apr. 27 – Jun. 15      6:00 – 9:00 pm

T-Th     May 12 – May 21       7:00 am – 3:30 pm

T-Th     Jun. 9 – Jun. 18        7:00 am – 3:30 pm

M/W     Jun. 22 – Aug. 5       6:00 – 9:00 pm

T-Th       Jul. 14 – Jul. 23       7:00 am – 3:30 pm

 

OSHA 10 Certification

The OSHA Construction Industry Outreach Training Program is intended to provide you with an entry-level construction worker’s general awareness in recognizing and preventing hazards on a construction site. The online format allows you to take the class on campus or from the comfort of your own home. Cost – $149

To register, call 804-333-6828 or 804-758-6750

 

Refrigerant Certification

EPA Section 608 of the Federal Clean Air Act requires that persons who work with regulated refrigerants be certified. All individuals who maintain, service, repair or dispose of appliances that contain regulated refrigerants must be certified in proper refrigerant handling techniques.

S             Mar. 21                8:00 am – 5:00 pm                Glenns Campus               $279

S             Apr. 25                8:00 am – 5:00 pm                Kilmarnock                      $279

S             Jun. 13                8:00 am – 5:00 pm                Warsaw Campus             $279

 

1. A certification exam preparatory manual will be mailed to the participant upon successful registration for Refrigerant Certification. It is important to register as soon as possible to receive the manual well in advance of the review session and exam. It will be to your advantage to read and study the preparatory manual in advance of the review session.
2. Please bring a bag lunch and any snacks with you. There will not be sufficient time available to leave campus for a lunch break or to purchase snack items.

 

Industrial Manufacturing Training Continues at RCC

Manufacturing industries give a community a chance to grow and sustain a higher standard of living, especially in a rural community such as the RCC region. Although we only have a few manufacturing firms in the region, many of these facilities house complex automation systems to process goods and materials. Understanding and working with these systems begins with our class in Pneumatics, followed by Hydraulics and Programmable Logic Controllers. This provides you the training to pursue employment in advanced manufacturing both inside and outside of our service region. Start this summer!

 

Pneumatics

You will be introduced to pneumatics, power unit operation, cylinder circuits/connections, schematic diagrams and more as you explore the concepts of pressure and volume/force through a hands-on learning approach. Friction, leverage, pressure, and controls will be explored in learning laboratory activities. Upon successful completion, you will be offered the opportunity to test for the NIMS certification in pneumatics.

 

M-F            Jun. 15 – Aug. 7     9:00 – 11:30 am         Glenns Campus        $1,428

 

Food, Hospitality, & Tourism

 

ServSafe^®

ServSafe^® is an industry-recognized program for food service workers. You will learn about basic food safety, personal hygiene, cross contamination, allergens, time, temperature, cleaning, sanitation, and more. This course includes the book and testing for the Food Protection Manager Certification. Required Reading:  ServSafe^® Course Book prior to class meeting.

S             Apr. 4                 8:00 am – 4:00 pm        Kilmarnock                       $289

S             May 30                8:00 am – 4:00 pm      Kilmarnock                       $289

S             Jun. 27                8:00 am – 4:00 pm      Kilmarnock                       $289

Call 804-435-8970 to obtain course materials at least 10 days prior to class start.  

 

Get started with your new career in an industry that is expanding rapidly in our area! The concept of “hospitality” encompasses lodging, travel and tourism, recreation, amusements, attractions, and food/beverage operations. The first step to success is a comprehensive Customer Service Certification.

 

Customer Service Certification

Stellar customer service is essential for success in the hospitality industry! This class will provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to achieve multiple customer service certifications. You will also have the opportunity to select the focus of your training: Food/Beverage or Lodging. The Food/Beverage track will include training and certification in restaurant serving, breakfast attendant, and kitchen cook. Front desk, guest room attending, and breakfast attending will be covered on the Lodging track.

Class cost covers all materials and exam fees.

 

T, W, Th Apr. 7 – May 20                 6:00 – 8:00 pm            Kilmarnock Center                $840

T, W, Th Jul. 7 –  Jul. 28                 9:00 am – 1:00 pm       Kilmarnock Center                $840

*DISCOUNTS MAY BE AVAILABLE

 

Visual Design Specialist

Being an Adobe Certified Associate means that you are on your way to doing great things, and one great thing you can do right away is to earn an ACA Visual Design Specialist certificate. An ACA Specialist certificate is ideal for validating your Adobe cross-platform expertise, and it speaks volumes to prospective employers, academic institutions and the world. It is a valuable addition to your design portfolio. The following three ACA certifications are required for the Visual Design Specialist certificate (certifications can be earned in one, two or three programs; certification in all three qualifies for the Visual Design Specialist certification):

Graphic Design & Illustration using Adobe Illustrator

Print & Digital Media Publication using Adobe InDesign

Visual Communication using Adobe Photoshop

*Classes may be taught via Interactive Video at additional campuses

 

Transportation

Class A Commercial Driver License

CDS Tractor Trailer Training (CDS), in association with Rappahannock Community College, offers a 20-day program for Class A training. This course will certify an individual to drive Class A commercial motor vehicles or tractor trailers. Class A vehicles are defined as any combination of vehicles over 26,000 pounds or vehicles towing in excess of 10,000 pounds.

CDS will assist graduates with job placement for local, regional, and over-the-road positions. New drivers average $700 – $1,100 a week in their first year and drivers are in high demand.

CDS offers full-time classes Monday through Friday from 8 am until 5 pm for four weeks. CDS arranges all of the DMV testing for students. The program consists of classroom instruction and on-the-road training. You will enjoy our hands-on approach to training and benefit from the instructors’ dedication to your success.

Class size is limited so sign up early! If you are interested in discounting and financial assistance, you must contact us at least 3 weeks before the start of class.

M-F        Mar.16 – Apr. 24                8:00 am – 5:00 pm                Glenns Campus           $4500

M-F        Apr. 20 – May 29                8:00 am – 5:00 pm              Warsaw Campus        $4500

M-F        May 26 – Jul. 3                8:00 am – 5:00 pm                   Glenns Campus          $4500

M-F        Jul. 1 – Aug. 7                8:00 am – 5:00 pm                    Glenns Campus          $4500

M-F        Aug. 3 – Sept. 11                8:00 am – 5:00 pm                Warsaw Campus        $4500

*DISCOUNTS MAY BE AVAILABLE

*Call for additional dates and locations.

 

Basic Rider Course

This course coaches the fundamental skills of motorcycle riding and operation. It is not intended to produce experienced riding skills; it does provide the ENTRY-LEVEL skills needed by any new rider. Upon successful completion, MSF cards & DMV Completion Certificates are issued.

 

Fri 6:00 – 10:00 pm, Sat/Sun 8:00 am – 5:00 pm                Mar. 20 – 22                 Glenns                 $148

Fri 6:00 – 10:00 pm, Sat/Sun 8:00 am – 5:00 pm                Apr. 3 – 5                Warsaw                 $148

Fri 6:00 – 10:00 pm, Sat/Sun 8:00 am – 5:00 pm                Apr. 17 – 19            Glenns                 $148

Fri 6:00 – 10:00 pm, Sat/Sun 8:00 am – 5:00 pm                May 1 – 3                Warsaw                $148

Fri 6:00 – 10:00 pm, Sat/Sun 8:00 am – 5:00 pm                May 15 – 17             Glenns                 $148

Fri 6:00 – 10:00 pm, Sat/Sun 8:00 am – 5:00 pm                May 29 – 31            Warsaw                $148

Fri 6:00 – 10:00 pm, Sat/Sun 8:00 am – 5:00 pm                Jun. 12 – 14             Glenns                $148

Fri 6:00 – 10:00 pm, Sat/Sun 8:00 am – 5:00 pm                Jun. 26 – 28            Warsaw              $148

Fri 6:00 – 10:00 pm, Sat/Sun 8:00 am – 5:00 pm                Jul. 10 – 12              Glenns                $148

Fri 6:00 – 10:00 pm, Sat/Sun 8:00 am – 5:00 pm                Jul. 24 – 26              Warsaw               $148

Fri 6:00 – 10:00 pm, Sat/Sun 8:00 am – 5:00 pm                Aug. 7 – 9                Glenns                 $148

Fri 6:00 – 10:00 pm, Sat/Sun 8:00 am – 5:00 pm                Aug. 21 – 23            Warsaw               $148

 

Boating Skills and Seamanship

The U. S. Coast Guard Auxiliary’s Boating Skills and Seamanship (BS&S) course is a comprehensive course designed for both the experienced and the novice boater. The course, now in its 14th edition published in 2013, consists of 8 core required two hour lessons plus five elective lessons, providing up-to-date knowledge for handling boats in all conditions. Topics include selecting a boat, trailering your boat, the rules you must follow, and more!

T             Mar. 24 – May 12             6:30 – 9:00 pm          Kilmarnock    FREE                                                        

Textbooks are $20 and will be available for purchase on the first class date. Sharing is permitted.

 

Health Science

 

Nurse Aide Certification Training

This program will teach you the skills you need to assist with nursing care in a variety of settings, including hospitals, nursing homes, and residences. The combination of class time and clinical rotations will provide you with plenty of practice and the confidence to succeed. Following your successful completion of the course you will be prepared to take the VA Board of Nursing exam for licensure. Class cost includes materials and testing fees. Class times will be adjusted during clinical rotations to meet the site requirements.

M-F        Mar. 13 – Apr. 17                8:00 am – 4:30 pm      Kilmarnock               $2,337

M-F        May 22 – Jun. 26                8:00 am – 4:30 pm      Kilmarnock              $2,337

*DISCOUNTS MAY BE AVAILABLE

 

Medication Aide

This course prepares you to administer medications in Assisted Living Facilities. You will learn and develop skills in: Proper procedure for preparing, administering, and maintaining medications; Asepsis; Basic pharmacology; Assisting client with self-administration of medication; and Documentation. Upon successful completion of the program, you will be eligible to take the Virginia State Board of Nursing competency exam for licensure as a Registered Medication Aide. Proof of completion of a Nurse Aide course or a 40 hour DCA or PCA course is required.

T/Th       May 12 – Jun. 16           8:00 am – 2:30 pm      Kilmarnock       $1,101

*DISCOUNTS MAY BE AVAILABLE

 

Pharmacy Technician

The Pharmacy Technician training program is designed to prepare you with entry-level pharmacy technician skills to be utilized in hospital, retail, community, and other institutional pharmacies. This course will teach you the fundamentals and particulars of being a pharmacy technician. A high school diploma or the equivalent is required to take this class.

T/Th       Jul. 7 – Sep. 24        6:00 – 9:30 pm     Kilmarnock       $1,950

*DISCOUNTS MAY BE AVAILABLE

 

Basic Life Support (BLS) and CPR for Healthcare Professionals

This program is intended for the healthcare professional with some knowledge of medical practices. The BLS course is an instructor-led course that teaches both single-rescuer and team basic life support skills for application in both prehospital and in-facility environments, with a focus on high-quality CPR and team dynamics. American Heart Association course completion cards are valid for 2 years.

F             Mar. 13                9:00 am – 1:00 pm      Kilmarnock         $99

T            May 12                 9:00 am – 1:00 pm      Kilmarnock         $99

 

Online Training

RCC Workforce and Community Development has access to several education partners who provide literally thousands of courses that cover almost every sector and industry.

Explore all of our online training opportunities.

rappahannock.edu/workforce/online-courses

 

GED

Do you  need to earn your high school diploma equivalency?  Are you tired of low paying jobs?  RCC Adult Education is committed to ensuring that Northern Neck adults have the opportunity to a GED credential – and beyond.  A high school or GED graduate earns an average of $9,620 more per year than a non-graduate, and the earnings increase as educational attainment levels increase.  Can you attend class 2 times per week?  If so, this FREE GED program may be for you!  It is possible to have additional occupational training in conjunction with the GED coursework.  Classes are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings at RCC Warsaw and RCC Kilmarnock. 

Call 804-333-6829 to register. 

English as a second language classes are also available in Warsaw and Montross.

Call Sara Lopez at 804-313-5018 to schedule your appointment for Montross classes

or Sherry Grantham at 804-333-6829 for Warsaw ESL classes.