Job Training Class Schedule

CompTIA Security+ covers the core knowledge needed in the cybersecurity field. Through classroom instruction and hands-on labs, you will learn to assess an organization’s security and monitor and secure hybrid environments including cloud, mobile and IoT. You will also learn to identify, analyze, and respond to security incidents. This course prepares students for the CompTIA Security+ exam SY0-601.   

Class Meetings: Mon & Wed.| 5:30pm-8:30pm|May 19th-July 28th
For more information: Office of Learner Success & Engagement, 434-572-5566,

Tech+ (formerly named IT Fundamentals+) is your starting point to “skill up” and earn certifications to prepare for a career in IT. This 10-week course introduces you to IT concepts and terminology, helps you figure out if a career in IT is right for you, and provides the information you need to pursue an IT career pathway. The course also introduces artificial intelligence (AI) and other emerging technologies. Tech+ may be taken in-person or online.

Class meetings: Mon & Wed| 5:30pm-8:30pm|May 19th-July 28th| Seated or Online
For More Information: Office of Learner Success & Engagement, 434-572-5566,

This course introduces Linux and the open-source industry including the most popular open-source applications.  Through hands-on activities, students will develop the technical proficiency to work on the Linux command line and have a basic understanding of security and administration related topics.  This course prepares students for the Linux Professional Institute (LPI) Linux Essentials certification.

Class meetings: Tues & Thurs, 5:30pm-8:30pm|May 20th-July 21st| Seated or Online
For more information: Office of Learner Success & Engagement, 434-572-5566,

Welding@SVHEC is a hands-on training program. Students may complete the full program in two semesters.
During Semester 1, students will learn Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and Pipe Welding 1 and obtain industry recognized certifications.

Class Meetings: Mon, Tues, Wed|12:00pm-4:00pm |Aug.18th-Dec.10th
For more information: Office of Learner Success & Engagement, 434-572-5566, 

Welding@SVHEC is a hands-on training program. Students may complete the full program in two semesters.
During Semester 1, students will learn Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and Pipe Welding 1 and obtain industry recognized certifications.

Class Meetings: Mon, Tues, Wed| 5:00pm-9:00pm |Aug.18th-Dec.10th
For more information: Office of Learner Success & Engagement, 434-572-5566, 

The Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) training program prepares students to be skilled technicians in eight months. This hands-on training leads to industry-recognized certifications.

Class Meetings: Mon-Thurs, 5:00pm-8:30pm |Aug.18, 2025-April 16, 2026
For more information: Office of Learner Success & Engagement, 434-572-5566, 

The Industrial Maintenance Electrical & Instrumentation (IMEI) program prepares learners for a career as a skilled industrial maintenance technician with expanded skills in electrical and instrumentation. The program covers the concepts technicians need to safely install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical instruments and equipment in a range of applications. Students will earn numerous industry recognized certifications. This program is offered in four levels providing students with the flexibility to take a particular level or complete the entire curriculum.

Class Meetings: Tues & Thurs |5:00pm-9:00pm |Aug.19, 2025-Feb.12, 2026
For more information: Office of Learner Success & Engagement, 434-572-5566, 

Tech+ (formerly named IT Fundamentals+) is your starting point to “skill up” and earn certifications to prepare for a career in IT. This 10-week course introduces you to IT concepts and terminology, helps you figure out if a career in IT is right for you, and provides the information you need to pursue an IT career pathway. The course also introduces artificial intelligence (AI) and other emerging technologies. Tech+ may be taken in-person or online.

Class meetings: Mon & Wed| 5:30pm-8:30pm|Aug. 25th-Nov. 3rd| Seated or Online
For More Information: Office of Learner Success & Engagement, 434-572-5566,

The A+ course provides hands-on training in computer hardware repair, configuring operating systems, and related skills. Training prepares students to take the CompTIA A+ certification exam.

Class Meetings: Mon, Tues, Wed, 5:30pm-9:00pm |Aug.25th-Dec.9th
For more information: Office of Learner Success & Engagement, 434-572-5566,

This course introduces students to the basics of the popular Python programming language. Hands-on learning is reinforced with practical applications for solving everyday problems in IT and other fields. Students will demonstrate proficiency by developing several programs individually. This course prepares students for the Python Institute PCEP Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer certification.

Class Meetings: Mon & Wed, 6:00pm-9:00pm |Aug.25th-Oct.20th| Seated or Online
For more information: Office of Learner Success & Engagement, 434-572-5566,

Tech+ (formerly named IT Fundamentals+) is your starting point to “skill up” and earn certifications to prepare for a career in IT. This 10-week course introduces you to IT concepts and terminology, helps you figure out if a career in IT is right for you, and provides the information you need to pursue an IT career pathway. The course also introduces artificial intelligence (AI) and other emerging technologies. Tech+ may be taken in-person or online.

Class meetings: Tues & Thurs.| 5:30pm-8:30pm|Sept.23rd-Dec.4th| Seated or Online
For More Information: Office of Learner Success & Engagement, 434-572-5566,

CompTIA Server+ teaches the skills needed to work with servers in datacenters, on-premises and in hybrid environments.  This course has a heavy emphasis on hands-on practice and covers server hardware installation and management, server administration, security and disaster recovery and troubleshooting. The course prepares students for the CompTIA Server+ certification exam SK0-005. 

Class Meetings: Tues & Thurs, 6:00pm-9:00pm |Oct.7th-Dec.8th
For more information: Office of Learner Success & Engagement, 434-572-5566,