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Federal Workers – Go Anywhere

TCC is here to support Federal Workers throughout Hampton Roads affected by recent reductions in the workforce. Our short-term programs will help you up-skill, change careers and add the credentials you need to go anywhere.

FastForward funding helps you transition at a fraction of the cost and with the knowledge that your next step will be into an in-demand career.

CHANGE YOUR FUTURE IN WEEKS. NOT YEARS.

TCC Workforce Solutions is committed to empowering displaced workers by providing short-term training programs that lead to industry-recognized credentials in high-demand fields. Our programs in healthcare, skilled trades, IT, and business are designed to help individuals quickly re-enter the workforce with competitive skills.

If you are a recent displaced federal worker or contractor or could be affected by federal workforce changes TCC can support you. Work individually with a TCC Workforce Solutions Enrollment Specialist to find the program that best fits your needs.

Fill out an Information Form to speak directly with a member of our team.

Request For Information 

FEDERAL WORKER RESOURCES AND EVENTS

FIND YOUR FUTURE! CAREER PLANNING WORKSHOPS – Saturday, April 26, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Resume writing, career coaching, and career portfolio development. Register Here.

IT CAREER ONLINE OPEN HOUSE – Wednesday, April 16, 6 – 7 p.m.
Learn about short-term programs in IT. Register Here.

WORKFORCE POWER HOUR – Wednesday, May 14, 1 p.m.
Join TCC Workforce Solutions as we connect community partners and students to showcase our wide range of workforce programs. Register Here.

FASTFORWARD Programs

The FastForward program helps students pay for short-term programs that can lead to high-paying jobs with industry recognized certifications or licenses.

Domiciled Virginia residents can earn an industry credential at 1/3 the cost of tuition for short-term training programs. Income eligible students can qualify for additional financial assistance that pays up to 100% of the cost of your training in high-demand programs in fields like IT, health care and the skilled trades!

FIND OUT IF YOU QUALIFY FOR FASTFORWARD Funding

PROGRAMS

Our eligible credential programs are based on the needs of local, Virginia-based employers, which means our students are in demand for skilled jobs when they complete their training. And, with our expert instructors and dedicated coaches to help at every step of the way from registration to completion, up to 90% of our students successfully finish their credential courses. Explore FastForward-eligible courses in TCC’s online registration system.

HEALTH CARE

Deliver expert patient care and launch an in-demand and high-paying career with certifications and licenses in areas like billing & codes and medical assisting!

  • Certified Billing & Coding Specialist
  • Certified Clinical Medical Assistant*
  • Certified Medical Administrative Assistant
  • Certified Professional Coder
  • Phlebotomy Technician FastTrack
  • EKG Technician

MARITIME TRADES

Train for high-paying jobs in the maritime industry specializing in areas like welding, pipefitting, and sheet metal.  

  • Marine Trades Training Coatings*
  • Marine Trades Training Pipefitting*
  • Marine Trades Training Sheet Metal*
  • Marine Trades Training Welding*
  • Maritime Pipefitter*
  • Maritime Structural Fitter*

WELDING & MANUFACTURING

Unlock a high-demand career with skilled certifications and licenses in welding, computer-controlled machining, and job planning.

  • CNC Milling
  • CNC Turning
  • Shielded Metal Arc Welding*
  • Job Planning, Benchwork & Layout
  • Measurement, Materials & Safety
  • Certified Welder*
  • Flux Core Welding*
  • Gas Metal Arc Welding*
  • Gas Tungsten Arc Welding*

Skilled Trades

Get hands-on with skilled training in the newest technologies for fields like HVAC, construction, carpentry, and plumbing!

  • Carpentry
  • Core-introductory Craft Skills
  • Electrical*
  • HVAC*
  • Pipelayer
  • Plumbing *
  • Optical Telecom Installer
  • Solar Photovoltaic Installer

IT, CYBER SECURITY & Business

Dive into the world of cyber security and technology with industry-leading certifications growing fields.

  • Public Safety Communicator
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • CompTIA A+
  • CompTIA Network+*
  • CompTIA Security+*
  • Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

LOGISTICS & TRANSPORTATION

Earn high-demand transportation certifications in commercial driving!

  • CDL Class A
  • CDL Class B

Learn more about TCC’s FastForward programs. Although approved as FastForward classes, not all classes are currently offered.

(*) Virginia Ready approved programs.

NEED HELP?

To learn more about the FastForward program or to inquire about your funding eligibility, please contact us at 757-822-1234 or workforce@tcc.edu