Germanna Community College Workforce and Community Education
Workforce & Community Education at Germanna Community College
Germanna Community College serves as a resource for career and professional development training in the community. Through workforce and community education, Germanna offers comprehensive training programs, educational services, and economic development initiatives to support local business growth and career advancement.
Germanna’s workforce training helps strengthen the local economy by improving job skills and increasing the competitiveness of the workforce.
Workforce Training Programs & Services
Training programs at Germanna are designed to meet the needs of:
- Local businesses and industries
- Government agencies
- Public schools
- Community organizations
- Individuals seeking career advancement
Available Services Include:
- Pre-employment training
- Apprenticeship pathways and programs
- Career credentialing
- Customized business training
- Open enrollment professional development classes
- Online and hybrid courses
- Event facility rental for workforce training needs
Programs are designed by industry experts and offer flexible scheduling for working professionals. Training can take place on-campus, online, or at a business location.
Industry & Career Credentialing Programs
Germanna’s workforce programs provide job-ready skills and industry-recognized certifications in high-demand fields such as:
- Industry & Trade Licensure
- Apprenticeship Pathways
- Healthcare
- IT & Cybersecurity
- Small Business Development & Technology
- Transportation & Logistics
To accommodate busy schedules, Germanna offers many courses through online and hybrid formats, with rolling admissions so students can “register anywhere, anytime.”
Certification & Credential Preparation Courses
Germanna partners with local businesses and industry leaders to ensure that training programs keep up with the latest workforce trends.
Examples of Available Certifications & Training:
Healthcare & Medical Office Training
- Clinical Medical Assistant
- Phlebotomy Technician
- Medical Office Specialist
IT & Cybersecurity Certifications
- CompTIA IT Fundamentals, A+, Network+, Security+
- CISCO (CCENT & CCNA)
- CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
Apprenticeship Pathways
- HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing
- Industrial Maintenance & Heavy Equipment Operation
- Open Pit Mining & Asphalt Technology
- IT & Cybersecurity
Transportation & Business Certifications
- CDL Truck Driver Training
- Project Management (PMP Certification)
- Microsoft & Adobe Software Certifications
- Machining & Welding Training
Amazon Web Services (AWS) Academy
- AWS Cloud Foundations Certification
- AWS Cloud Computing Architecture Certification
Germanna continuously updates its course offerings based on emerging industry needs. Visit germanna.edu for the latest course listings.
Registering for Noncredit Community Education Courses
Students who wish to take noncredit classes do not need to apply for regular admission to the College. These courses are designed for professional development, career advancement, and personal enrichment.
How to Register for Noncredit Classes
Registration is available through the following methods:
- Online: Visit germanna.edu/workforce to browse and register for classes.
- By Phone: Call our 24/7/365 support line for assistance.
- In-Person: Register at a Germanna location when facilities are open.
To ensure availability, course registration is recommended at least one week before the start of class.
Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
Germanna Community College awards Continuing Education Units (CEUs) to students who successfully complete professional course requirements. CEUs provide a nationally recognized standard for tracking participation in noncredit continuing education programs.
What is a CEU?
- One CEU equals ten contact hours of participation in an organized continuing education course.
- Courses must be completed under responsible sponsorship, capable direction, and qualified instruction.
- CEUs are commonly used for professional development, certification renewal, and career advancement.
CEU Certification
Upon successful course completion, students receive a certificate documenting earned CEUs for their records.
Students Under Age 18 Taking Noncredit Classes
Germanna Community College allows students under 18 to enroll in noncredit courses under certain conditions. Both the student and a parent or guardian must sign a letter acknowledging the following:
- The student will be in a class designed for adults.
- The student must demonstrate responsible behavior at all times. Any disruptive behavior may result in removal from the class and campus.
- Full tuition and fees must be paid at the time of registration.
Enrollment Restrictions for Minors
- The College reserves the right to deny enrollment to minors in courses that are potentially hazardous, unsafe, or otherwise inappropriate for students under 18.
- Minors cannot enroll in noncredit classes that are also offered as credit courses.
- Noncredit healthcare classes may have additional application and admission requirements.
For more information, students and parents should contact Germanna Community College before registering.
Event Facility Rental
Event rental space is available at the Fredericksburg Area Campus in Spotsylvania and Germanna’s Joseph R. Daniel Technology Center in Culpeper. Our facilities can support conferences, meetings, corporate events, and private parties. Technical support is available for hybrid meetings and events that require AV. Our spaces can accommodate groups of up to 600. Please visit our facility rental webpage [https://germanna.edu/business-employers/facility-rentals] or contact Taylor Landrie at 540-834-1066 to learn more.
Senior Citizens
Students at least 60 years of age who have been domiciled in Virginia for at least one year may be eligible to take up to three noncredit classes free of charge each term if space is available. Some exclusions may apply.
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