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I’m considering transferring to a 4-year once I am done at the community college, what are the next steps?
Once you complete your program of study at the Community College, your options are endless! The following schools offers programs which cater specifically to adult learners. For other opportunities visit Transfer Virginia!
ej-green@vccs.edu - September 15, 2021
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Resources for Military Students
Virginia’s Community Colleges are proud of their long and successful history of working with every branch of the military. We offer veterans, retirees, active duty personnel and their families a strong, career-focused education.
ej-green@vccs.edu - October 6, 2021
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Paying for School- Financial Aid 101
Paying for college may seem overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be! Financial aid can come from a variety of resources like federal or state funds, or private sources (like a loan or a scholarship). Below you will find listings that will help you understand how financial aid works, how to pay for college, and loans.
ej-green@vccs.edu - October 7, 2021
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Can I receive credit for life experience?
Some of the colleges in the Virginia Community College System recognize experiential learning (means of being awarded Credit for Prior Learning through an administrative determination) when the experience closely aligns with specific course outcomes. Credit may be awarded based upon an individualized portfolio evaluation, which may be conducted by faculty at the individual colleges.
ej-green@vccs.edu - October 13, 2021
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Where can I complete short-term training?
FastForward is a short-term training program for high-demand industries run out of VCCS, helping Virginians get the jobs they want and the salaries they need. The career training is different from one college to the next because the workforce needs vary from community to community.
ej-green@vccs.edu - October 19, 2021
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What is the difference between a career studies certificate, a certificate, and a diploma?
Below you will find the definitions of the Career Studies Certificate, Certificate, and Diploma.
Career Studies Certificate
A career studies certificate program is defined as a program of study of not less than 9 nor more than 29 semester credit hours. Career studies certificate programs are not required to include general education.ej-green@vccs.edu - October 27, 2021
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What if I cannot find my experience listed?
If you have a certification, training, or military experience not listed, please create an account, fill out the information in the Portfolio under "My Story." Once you've completed the Portfolio, use the College Connect to contact the school you are interested in to verify if you are eligible for credit.
ej-green@vccs.edu - October 27, 2021