Workforce Development Services Classes

FastForward: A short-term workforce credential program designed to train residents of Virginia for in-demand jobs. All FastForward classes must result in a certification/industry credential for the learner. The FastForward program pays up to two-thirds of training costs leading to successful credentialing. Additional financial aid may also be available. Certification programs include:

• Customer Services & Sales Certification  
• Pharmacy Technician  
• CompTIA IT Fundamentals+  
• CompTIA A+  
• CompTIA Network +  
• CompTIA Security +  
• Commercial Driver’s License (A & B)  
• Skilled Trades Core Curriculum  
• NCCER Electrical Level 1  
• NCCER Electrical Level 2  
• Apprentice Medical Scribe  

Continuing Education: ESCC provides a wide variety of training courses to help the learner expand their professional knowledge, and enhance their value in the workplace.

• Introduction to Computers & Microsoft Office  
• Excel Basics & Beyond  
• ABC’s of Microsoft Word  
• Hair Braiding & Weaving  
• Food Safety Training & Certification (ServSafe)  
• Creating Your Own Business  
• Personal Care Aide  
• OSHA General Industry  
• OSHA Construction  
• Functions of the Kitchen  
• Remote Pilot Commercial Licenses Part 107  

Contract Training: ESCC is able to work with individual businesses to create customized contract training to meet specific organizational needs or goals, including (but not limited to):

• Customer Service/Hospitality  
• Leadership Training  
• Dental Assistant National Board Exam Training  
• Professional Trades  
• Online Professional & Technical Courses  

Adult Education:

• Adult Basic Education  
• GED Preparation  
• English Language Learning  

Workforce Development classes are offered on a rotating basis depending on learner demand. New classes are developed regularly to support industry and individual learner needs.