PROGRAM
& COURSE
OFFERINGS
FALLWINTER 2024
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TUITION ASSISTANCE RESOURCES ...............4
CAREER PATHWAY COURSES
Business & Hospitality Management ................. 6
Law Enforcement & Public Services .................. 7
Engineering & Technical Trades ...................... 8
Computer & Information Technology.................13
Healthcare............................................14
CAREER & TRANSITION SERVICES ................15
PERSONAL ENRICHMENT ...........................16
ONLINE PROGRAMS, CHAMPS, &
DUAL ENROLLMENT
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DEGREE & CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS .............18
STUDENT RESOURCES...............................19
Dates and prices are subject to change.
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Shannon L. Kennedy, Ed.D.
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New Kent Site
RCC HAS TWO
CAMPUSES AND
16 SACSCOC APPROVED
OFFSITE LOCATIONS
King George located in
King George High School
Join RCC and take the first
step towards a successful and
fulfilling career.
Whether you’re seeking direct-to-
work training or planning to transfer
to a four-year college or university,
our dedicated faculty, and staff
are here to help you discover your
pathway to career success.
RCC has made significant
investments in state-of-the-art
training facilities, ensuring that you
receive quality, hands-on educational
experiences tailored to fit your
schedule and lifestyle. Our programs
are designed to meet the demands
of today’s job market, providing
you with the skills and knowledge
needed to excel in your chosen field.
In addition, Virginia’s G3 and
FastForward programs offer students
the opportunity to complete
competitive programs at little to no
cost. These initiatives pave the way
for a debt-free college experience,
making higher education accessible
and affordable for everyone. With
these programs, you can focus on
your studies and career goals without
the burden of financial stress.
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Warsaw Campus located in the heart of Warsaw at 52 Campus Drive.
Kilmarnock Site at 447 N. Main Street in the Chesapeake Commons Shopping Center.
Glenns Campus located in Gloucester County, on Route 33, just off Route 17.
New Kent Site located in New Kent County at 11825 New Kent Highway.
Westmoreland Workforce Training Center located on Rte. 3 Montross
PREPARING INDIVIDUALS FOR SUCCESS IN 12 COUNTIES
EARN YOUR DEGREE ONLINE
RCC’s service area covers 12 counties. The two main campuses are Glenns in Gloucester
County and Warsaw in Richmond County and four off-campus sites: the Kilmarnock Center;
the King George Site; New Kent Site; and, the Westmoreland Workforce Training Center
(WWTC) on Route 3 in Montross.
Dual enrollment classes are offered at the Bridging Communities Regional Career &
Technical Center, Northern Neck Career and Technical Center, the Chesapeake Bay
Governor’s School, and at 15 participating high schools.
Earn these degrees and certificates
completely online and on your time
!
Career Studies Certificates
Accounting
Administrative Support Technology
Computer Applications Specialist
Criminal Justice-Advanced
Criminal Justice-Foundations
Game Design and Development
General Education
Law Enforcement
Networking and Cybersecurity-Basic
Web Design
Associate Degree: Applied Science
Business Management
Criminal Justice
Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Associate Degree: Arts & Sciences
Business Administration
Criminal Justice
Health-STEM
Pre-BSN Specialization
Pre-Engineering
Psychology/Social Work
Teacher Education
Contact an RCC Navigator
to learn more at
(804) 333-6730 or
advisor@rappahannock.edu.
RCC STUDENTS SAY IT BEST!
Graduating from RCC means I have more opportunities for higher-paying jobs.
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RCC CAN HELP YOU PAY FOR
EDUCATION AND TRAINING!
G3
The typical tuition cost for a full-time degree seeking
student at RCC is $4,650 per year; however, with the G3
scholarship and other financial aid, that number could
be brought down to $0! Take a minimum of 6 credits
or an approved short-term credential program.
The G3
Scholarship is available to students who:
• Are Adults (18+ and not enrolled in high school)
• Are Virginia residents
• Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal
Student Aid)
• Classify as Low- or Middle-Income
• Take a minimum of 6 Credits or an approved short-
term credential program
• Make Satisfactory Academic Progress
• Enroll in a Healthcare, Information Technology,
Manufacturing/Skilled Trades, or Public Safety program
As long as you are on track to finish in three years, you
can take a break and remain on the G3 Scholarship.
For more information: www.rappahannock.edu/g3
“RCC gives students the
opportunity to better
themselves and learn a trade
so when they leave here they
can go out and get a good job.”
Bill Pittman
RCC Lead Welding Instructor
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FastForward
Credential Scholarships
FastForward is a short-term, credential grant program
to train Virginians for top, in-demand jobs across the
Commonwealth. FastForward covers 2/3 of the cost of
tuition for a wide range of credential programs offered
at RCC.
Most FastForward programs take between six and 12
weeks and are built so students can get their education
quickly. FastForward helps students gain the skills they
need affordably, while creating more opportunity for
their future.
For more information www.rappahannock.edu/fastforward
Federal and State Grants
A number of need-based federal and state
financial aid awards that typically do not
have to be repaid are available to low-
income students to pay for college costs,
including tuition, fees, room and board, and
other educational expenses.
For more information:
www.rappahannock.edu/financialaid
RCC Navigators are ready to advise
you on your next steps and determine
what tuition assistance may be
available to you. Call (804) 333-6730.
Education and training
at little to no cost!
RCC Educational
Foundation Scholarships
Each year, the RCC Educational Foundation
offers over 350 scholarship awards totaling
approximately $540,000 to RCC students.
Scholarships can be combined with federal
and state financial aid or used alone to
cover the cost of RCC tuition and fees.
The application is open October 1 through
February 19.
www.rappahannock.edu/scholarships
Rappahannock Community College is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment and education
opportunity. No person shall be discriminated against in the terms and conditions of employment, personnel
practices, or access to and participation in, programs, services, and activities with regard to race, sex, color, creed,
religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual
orientation, or membership or activity in a local commission as defined by law. Lack of English skills will not be a
barrier to admission or participation.
Rappahannock Community College is an open-entry institution offering career and technical (CTE) programs in
many areas of study. Due to high demand, some CTE programs offer admission based on selective criteria through a
separate application process that is non‐discriminatory.
For more information about the application process, please contact the admissions office at 804-758‐6740.
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BUSINESS & HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
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CAREER PATHWAY COURSES
Accounting Certificate
Thi
s certificate program is designed to be completed in one year (33 credits).
Learn a broad range of accounting practices. Perfect for the small business
owner or employee who wants to expand their money management skills.
Ideal for: Accounts Receivable Clerks; Accounts Payable Clerks; Bookkeepers;
Cash Receipts Clerks; Cash Payments Clerks; Bill and Account Collectors; or
Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks.
Tuition assistance is available.
Administration Support Technology Certificate
This certificate is designed to train persons for full-time employment in an
office-related environment. Get this certificate in 2 semesters (31 credits).
Tuition assistance is available.
ServSafe
®
Customer Service Certification
Stellar customer service is essential for success in any industry! This
course is designed to capture the core customer service duties for a
broad range of entry-level through first-line supervisory positions across
sales and service industries. This certification is an industry-driven, endorsed
credential that helps employers distinguish and recognize qualified customer
service professionals, and identify career advancement opportunities.
DISCOUNTS MAY BE AVAILABLE
*Classes may be taught via Zoom and
Interactive Video at additional campuses.
T,W,Th Oct. 15 - Nov. 21 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Warsaw $840
T,W,Th Feb. 4 - Mar. 13 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Warsaw $840
Combine career certificates with business & customer service to stand out in your profession.
ServSafe® is an industry-recognized program for food service workers.
Learn about basic food safety, personal hygiene, cross contamination,
allergens, time, temperature, cleaning, sanitation, and more. This
course includes the book and testing for the Food Protection Manager
Certification. Required Reading: ServSafe Course Book prior to class
meeting.
S Aug. 10 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Kilmarnock Center $289
S Oct. 26 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Kilmarnock Center $289
S Jan. 25 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Kilmarnock Center $289
Register at least 10 days prior to class start to obtain course materials.
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Culinary Arts Career Studies Certificate
This certificate can be completed in one semester (16 credits).
Tuition assistance is available.
Baking & Pastry Fundamentals Career
Studies Certificate
This certificate can be completed in one semester (16 credits).
Tuition assistance is available.
Advanced Culinary Arts
Career Studies Certificate
Completed in two semesters (28 credits).
Tuition assistance is available.
LAW ENFORCEMENT & PUBLIC SERVICES
Criminal Justice Foundations Career
Studies Certificate
This certificate program (19 credits) is designed for those who want to pursue
the study of subjects related to the criminal justice system. Prepares students
for entry-level positions in the Criminal Justice field.
Tuition assistance is available.
Criminal Justice Advanced Career
Studies Certificate
Certificate program (18 credits) can be taken while completing the Criminal
Justice Foundations CSC or afterwards.
Tuition assistance is available.
Contact an RCC Navigator to learn more at (804) 333-6730 or advisor@rappahannock.edu.
Specialized training helps you get ahead
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CAREER PATHWAY COURSES
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SHINE Solar PV Installation Technician
Certification
Get a head start toward a career in the fast-growing solar field. You will
earn certifications that are key to your success while gaining valuable
hands-on experience in a unique solar training lab designed to simulate
true-to-life conditions in the field. Students must be able to lift 70+ pounds.
DISCOUNTS MAY BE AVAILABLE.
M-Sun Oct. 21 - 27 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Warsaw Campus $897
M-Sun Feb. 3 - 9 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Warsaw Campus $897
ENGINEERING & TECHNICAL TRADES
INTERESTED IN A CAREER IN SOLAR INSTALLATION? In 2020, the median pay for solar installers was $46,470
with potential growth of 52%! According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, occupations related to solar
energy are booming with a projected growth of more than 15% in the next decade. This is more than double
the expected rate for total employment growth.
Refrigerant Certification
All individuals who maintain, service, repair, or dispose of appliances that
contain regulated refrigerants must be certified in proper refrigerant
handling techniques. EPA Section 608 of the Federal Clean Air Act
requires that persons who work with regulated refrigerants be certified. This
class is for individuals that have been previously certified and currently work
in the field only.
S Aug. 10 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Kilmarnock Center $279
S Oct. 26 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Glenns Campus $279
S Jan. 25 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Warsaw Campus $279
Register at least 10 days prior to class start to obtain course materials
.
Please bring a bag lunch/snacks with you. There will not be sufficient time
available to leave campus for a lunch break.
Contact an RCC Navigator to learn more at (804) 333-6730 or advisor@rappahannock.edu.
Tradesman License Renewal
Renew your tradesman license online at your convenience! Journeymen,
Master Plumbers, Electricians, HVAC mechanics, and Gas Fitters are
required by the Virginia Board of Contractors to take a pre-determined
number of continuing education hours. These classes are recognized by the
Virginia Department of Professional & Occupational Regulation (DPOR) and
the Virginia Board of Contractors. Cost for Electrical, Plumbing, or HVAC is $45;
Gas Fitter is $25.
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OSHA 10 Certification
The OSHA 10-Hour Construction Industry Outreach Training
Program provides you with an entry-level construction worker’s
general awareness in recognizing and preventing hazards on a
construction site. Online format allows you to take the class on campus or
from the comfort of your own home. Cost is $149.
TRAINING AND SKILL UPGRADES OFFER IMMENSE BENEFITS
A recognized certification attests to your knowledge and skills and can give you an advantage over
uncertified job candidates. Completing higher-level certifications can potentially lead to higher
earnings and leadership roles.
AWS WELDING CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS
Welding is one of RCC’s most popular and successful programs!
Our excellent instructors provide the direct, hands-on lab instruction
needed to gain crucial skills and become a credentialed welder!
Expect an emphasis on safety, quality, and the responsibilities associated
with certification.
DISCOUNTS MAY BE AVAILABLE.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Students acquire skill-sets that are attached to specified American
Welding Society certifications and must earn the industry credential prior
to advancement in the program. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is
required and must be purchased by each participant in the program.
Attendance is critical to successful course completion. All welding
courses must be taken in sequence due to safety/lab restrictions. Meeting
or exceeding weld quality specifications as outlined by the American
Welding Society (D1.1 code) are a requirement prior to testing.
PPE required:
· Hard-soled, 8” lace up leather boots (steel toe preferred but not
required)
· Gloves (gauntlet type)
· Welding Shield & Helmet (self-darkening preferred)
· Safety Glasses (ANSI 287.1)
· 100% Cotton Long-sleeve Shirt or Flame-Retardant Welding Jacket
· Earplugs
Class sizes are limited so sign up early! If you are interested in discounts
and financial assistance, you must contact us at least three weeks before
the start of class.
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Highest paid & in-demand
welding jobs:
Rig Welder
Underwater Welder
Industrial Pipeline Welder
Military Support Welder
Nuclear Welder
Welding Engineer
Pipe Welder
Welding Supervisor
WELDING CLASS SCHEDULES
GLENNS CAMPUS 12745 College Dr., Glenns
M/W Sept. 30 – Nov. 20 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
T/TH Sept. 17 – Nov. 12 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
T/TH Sept. 17 – Nov. 12 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
S Oct. 5 – Dec. 14 8:00 am to 1:00 pm
M/W Jan. 13 – March 10 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
T/TH Jan. 14 – March 6 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
T/TH Jan. 14 – March 6 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
S Jan. 18 – March 22 8:00 am to 1:00 pm
WESTMORELAND WORKFORCE TRAINING CENTER
80 Industrial Dr., Montross
M/W Sept. 30 – Nov. 20 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
T/TH Sept. 17 – Nov. 12 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
M/W Jan. 13 – March 10 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
T/TH Jan. 14 – March 6 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
NEW KENT SITE 11825 New Kent Highway, New Kent
M/W Sept. 30 – Nov. 20 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
T/TH Sept. 17 – Nov. 12 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
S Oct. 5 – Dec. 14 8:00 am to 1:00 pm
M/W Jan. 13 – March 10 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
T/TH Jan. 14 – March 6 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
S Jan. 18 – March 22 8:00 am to 1:00 pm
Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
Shielded Metal Arc Welding, often referred to as stick
welding, is the basis of all welding processes. Learn to
weld multiple joint designs utilizing the SMAW process in
accordance with American Welding Society specifications.
*Class cost is $1,950.
Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
Gas Metal Arc Welding, often referred to as MIG,
offers lab instruction in the following processes:
short circuit; spray transfer; and, pulsed transfer. Learn to
weld multiple joint designs utilizing the GMAW process in
accordance with American Welding Society specifications.
*Class cost is $1,950.
Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
Flux Cored Arc Welding is an all-position process.
Learn the proper machine set up and equipment
operation and how to weld multiple joint designs utilizing
the FCAW process in accordance with American Welding
Society specifications. *Class cost is $1,950.
G
as Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, also known as TIG or
Heli-Arc, is the most technically demanding process.
TIG welding is a two-handed process. Utilize multiple joint
designs and base metal types using the GTAW process in
accordance with American Welding Society specifications.
*Class cost is $1,950.
ASME IX Pressure Pipe Welding
Utilizing the SMAW or GTAW process includes two
designs: open root joint design and backing ring
joint design. Students must have a 3G AWS Welding
certification in SMAW or GTAW process prior to enrolling
in this class, (a preparation class may be offered to
students that need to meet this requirement), or field
experience with instructor’s approval. *Class cost is $1,950.
*Tuition assistance is available.
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Class A Commercial Driver License
Truck Drivers are in high demand! This commercial driver license
(CDL) course will certify you to drive a Class A motor vehicle such as
a tractor trailer, dump truck, cement truck, etc. New drivers average
$700-$1,100 a week in the first year!
We offer a 5-week, full-time training program as well as weekend-only
classes. See dates below. The first week is in the classroom where you
will learn important safety and regulation topics and the foundation is
laid for you to begin the range and road training during the next four
weeks. Training includes pre-trip inspections, backing maneuvers, and
road training as required by the DMV skills test. Students demonstrating
proficiency in these areas advance to take the skills test. Enjoy our hands-
on approach to training and benefit from the instructor’s dedication to
your success.
Class size is limited so sign up early! Cost is $6,000. Multiple financial
resources are available to assist with tuition costs. If you are interested in
discounts and financial assistance, you must contact us at least three
weeks before the start of class.
M-F Sept. 3 – Oct. 4 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Warsaw Campus
M-F Oct. 7 – Nov. 8 8:00 am – 5: 00 pm Glenns Campus
M-F Nov. 11 – Dec. 20 8:00 am – 5: 00 pm Warsaw Campus
Weekend schedule available
Sat/Sun Oct. 5th – Dec. 20 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Glenns Campus
American Welding Society Visits RCC
RCC welding students heard from Dennis Eck, President of
the American Welding Society (AWS), and others about the
opportunities and need for new welders. “It’s projected that
360,000 new welders are needed by 2027. That’s 90,000 new
welders this year alone. Earning a median salary of $50,000 a year!”
RCC provides AWS certification and training to jump start your
career—in less than a year. The program’s strong partnerships
with AWS and Newport News Shipbuilding propel students into
the future. A grant from AWS is helping transform the New Kent
Site into a state-of-the-art training facility. Other training sites are
located at Glenns and Westmoreland Workforce Training Center
in Montross.
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CAREER PATHWAY COURSES
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Engineering, Drafting & Electrical
Instrumentation Technicians
Certificates include:
• Practical Electrical Technician Career Studies Certificate (16 credits)
• Electrical and Instrumentation Technician Career Studies Certificate
(17 credits)
• Basic Electronics Career Studies Certificate (20 credits)
• Computer-Aided Drafting Career Studies Certificate (16 credits)
• Introduction to Engineering Technician Career Studies Certificate
(16 credits)
Career options in this field of study include: manufacturing technician,
industrial engineering technician, industrial electronics technician,
industrial instrumentation technician, instrumentation specialist,
instrumentation planner, instrumentation engineering assistant and
instrument repair person. Programs are financial-aid eligible.
Diesel Mechanics Technology
RCC offers a part-time evening program on the Glenns Campus.
Most program students have full-time jobs during the day, often in
the automotive industry. This program is designed to introduce the
fundamentals of diesel equipment repair and provide instruction in
hydraulic systems, diesel engine overhaul and tune-up, electrical circuits,
power train maintenance, fuel injection, and welding.
• Diesel Mechanics Technology Career Studies Certificate (28 credits)
• Two-year, evening, part-time program. Financial-aid eligible.
• Diesel Mechanics Technology Certificate (38 credits)
• Two to three-year, evening, part-time program. Financial-aid eligible.
Contact an RCC Navigator to learn more at (804) 333-6730 or advisor@rappahannock.edu.
Careers in a year or less!
Advanced EMT Phlebotomy
Commercial Truck Driver Practical Nursing (LPN)
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Solar Installation Tech
Nurse Aide Welder
Some programs are G3 or FastForward eligible.
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HVAC Technician
RCC offers a part-time evening program in New Kent. Most program
students work during the day, often in HVAC fields. The Bureau of Labor
Statistics predicts a 15% growth in the demand for HVAC techs through 2026.
• HVAC Career Studies Certificate (17 credits)
One-year, evening, part-time program.
Tuition assistance is available.
• HVAC Career Studies Certificate, Advanced (29 credits)
Two-year, evening, part-time program.
Tuition assistance is available.
Computer Applications Specialist
Career Studies Certificates
Designed to train and equip you with the essential skills needed in an
automated working environment (18 credits). Learn basic skills in computer
literacy and computer operations.
Tuition assistance is available.
Cybersecurity
RCC offers two networking and cybersecurity certificates. They can be
completed in two semesters as a full-time student or three semesters if
part-time.
· Basic Networking and Cybersecurity Career Studies Certificate
(12 credits).
Tuition assistance is available.
· Advanced Networking & Cybersecurity Career Studies
Certificate (27 credits).
Tuition assistance is available.
HVAC Tech average salary is $43,353 with an average of $6,000 in overtime pay.
Gain the entry-level skills to become a security analyst. Salaries range from $44,000 to $52,918.
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HEALTHCARE
EMT (Emergency Medical Technician)
In this class, you will develop the ability to comprehend, apply, and evaluate
the clinical information relevant to your role as an entry-level EMT; technical
proficiency in all skills necessary to fulfill the role of entry-level EMT; and define
personal behaviors consistent with professional and employer expectations for entry-
level EMT. Upon completion of the program, you will be eligible for National Registry
testing resulting in National Registry certification as well as certification in the
Commonwealth of Virginia. Class includes some Saturdays.
T, Th Aug. 27 – Dec. 5 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Glenns & Warsaw $1,800
T, Th Jan. 23 – April 28 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Glenns & Warsaw $1,800
Patient Care Technician
Successful completion of this 10-week, short-term program provides graduates with multiple credentials,
combining Nurse Aide and Clinical Medical Assistant to become a certified Patient Care Technician. Learn foley care,
phlebotomy, activities of daily living, EKGs, vital signs, and more. The course includes a combination of online lectures and
in-person labs and clinicals. Expand your career opportunities to provide care in a wide variety of clinical settings.
Sept. 9 - Dec. 6 Glenns & Warsaw $5,895
Jan. 27 - April 25 New Kent & Kilmarnock $5,895
Nurse Aide Certification Training
This program teaches you the skills needed to assist with nursing care in a variety of settings, including
hospitals, nursing homes, and residences. This program is the first step in the pathway to becoming a nurse. The
combination of class time and clinical rotations provide you with plenty of practice and the confidence to succeed.
Following successful completion of the course you will be prepared to take the Virginia State Board of Nursing exam for
licensure. Class cost includes materials and testing fees.
Students eligible for aid will pay significantly less.
* T,W Feb. 7 - May 1 8:00 am - 2:00 pm Kilmarnock Center $3,495
Medication Aide
This course prepares you to administer medications in Assisted Living Facilities.
Learn and develop skills in: Proper procedure for preparing, administering, and
maintaining medications; Asepsis; Basic pharmacology; Assisting client with
self-administration of medication; and Documentation. Upon successful completion
of the program, you will be eligible to take the Virginia State Board of Nursing
competency exam for licensure as a Registered Medication Aide. Proof of completion
of a Nurse Aide course or a 40-hour DCA or PCA course is required.
Students eligible for aid will pay significantly less.
* M,W,Th Sept. 16 - Oct. 24 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Kilmarnock Center $1,101
* M,W,Th Jan. 6 - Feb. 13 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Kilmarnock Center $1,101
*
Class times will be adjusted
during clinical rotations to
meet the site requirements.
Students eligible for aid will
pay significantly less.
Students eligible for aid will pay significantly less.
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CAREER & TRANSITION SERVICES
Our office offers the following programs at no charge for qualified individuals:
The Office of Career and Transition Services (OCATS) connects education and training to success
in the “real world.” Career Coaches are available to guide you into a successful career path by
offering the following services:
WIOA Youth Services*
• Career pathway guidance
and planning
• Leadership development
• Paid and unpaid work experience
• Educational Support
• Career Development
CHAMPS (Career Help and
Mentoring for Parenting Students)
• Student Leadership Opportunities
• Peer-to-Peer Mentoring
• Support Services for Parenting
Students
• Paid work experiences
• Career Coaching
• Networking Opportunities
• Job Placement Assistance
WIOA Adult and Dislocated
Worker Services*
Training Services:
• Occupational skills training
• On-the-job training
• Skill upgrading
• Supportive Services
Career Services:
• Workforce preparation
• Labor market information
• Career assessments and planning
• Pre-vocational services
* for eligible individuals
Office of Career and Transition Services Staff
Marjorie Lampkin
Office of Career and Transition
Services Coordinator
(804) 333-6825
mlampkin@rappahannock.edu
Theresa Sirles
Program Manager
(804) 333-6889
tsirles@rappahannock.edu
Dr. Ebony Lynch
Career Coach
(804) 333-6735
elynch@rappahannock.edu
Diane Luttrell
OCATS Program Specialist
(804) 435-8970
dluttrell@rappahannock.edu
Sherry Grantham
Adult Education Regional Specialist
(804) 333-6829
sgrantham@rappahannock.edu
Jean White
Career Services Specialist,
Adult, Dislocated Worker, and Youth
(804) 333-6818
jwhite@rappahannock.edu
Contact the Office of Career and Transition Services at (804) 435-8970
Comprehensive
Assessments
Occupational
Skills Training
Support
Services
Career
Coaching
& Education
Job Search
Strategies
& Tools
Follow Up
Services
Adult Education
• High School equivalency (GED
®
)
• Adult Basic Education (ABE)
• English as a Second Language (ESL)
• Integrated Education and Training
(IET) workforce preparation
A Proud Partner of
PERSONAL ENRICHMENT
Ruth Campbell
“Just Do it Scared!”
Rappahannock Institute for Lifelong Learning
RILL offers non-credit, college-level classes in a variety of subjects, including local
history, financial wellness, computer skills, writing, literature discussion, self-
improvement, and more. Classes are held in various locations throughout the
Northern Neck and Middle Peninsula. There is a small tuition fee for classes.
Rappahannock Westminster Canterbury (RWC) residents take 50% off
tuition. Blue Ridge Bank Golden Advantage members receive 15% off class
tuition. RILL thanks our sponsors and partners!
Find the schedule at Rappahannock.edu/rill; follow RCC on Facebook; or
contact Brittany Abdul-Malik at [email protected], (804) 333-6707.
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“Do not fear what others may
think or say. Just do it scared!” is
Ruth Campbell’s best advice for
all who are seeking personal and
educational aspirations. Ruth,
Texas native and Virginia resident
since 2021, enrolled in RCC’s Adult
Education program. She credits
her educational success to RCC’s
programs and the support of her
family.
Ruth attended elementary school
through the sixth grade and
was then home schooled for the
remainder of her high school
education by her mother, who by
the way, only had a sixth-grade
level of education. She earned
her high school diploma in Texas,
however, oddly enough she never
received it, and it could not be
verified.
In September 2023, Ruth called
the RCC GED program and
inquired about obtaining her GED.
Her initial ambition was to start an
accounting business for truckers,
as her husband is a tenured
commercial driver. Ruth was
delighted to find out GED classes
with RCC were free. She said this
benefit was her initial reason for
joining our program, however,
“the support, encouragement
and having an amazing teacher is
what helped her stick it out.”
“Just dedicate yourself to the GED
program and utilize the amazing
teachers and their knowledge,”
says Ruth. After seven months
of personal study and class
time, which included the GED
Boot Camp, Ruth passed all four
subjects of the GED test in April
2024--just seven months later!
Ruth’s career goal has now
changed! With the help of our
Career Coach, the RCC CHAMPS
(Career Help and Mentoring for
Parenting Students) program and
the RCC WIOA program, Ruth is
registering for our Commercial
Driver’s License (CDL) courses, as
she wants to join her husband as
a CDL driver and travel across the
U.S. with him!
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RCC has options for earning your degree
completely online and on your time!
RCC also offers non-credit, continuing education classes to
improve the way you promote your business.
Featured Courses:
• Accounting
• Business Management
• Computer Applications Specialist
• Criminal Justice
• Pre-BSN Specialization
• Web Design and more!
Look for programs marked with an *asterisk*
on the next page.
Online Programs CHAMPS
RCC recently started a new program, CHAMPS (Career
Help and Mentoring for Parenting Students) to support
our parenting students. The program promotes equal
opportunity for students to pursue and achieve higher
education degrees and credentials to increase
educational outcomes and economic stability.
The CHAMPS Leadership Council hosted several events
and support opportunities. For more information please
contact
[email protected] or 804-435-8970.
Earn College Credits While in High
School through Dual Enrollment
RCC’s dual enrollment options offer qualifying high school
students a unique opportunity to get a head start on their
college careers. Explore a variety of subjects, from business
to advanced manufacturing, and take college-level classes
taught by qualified instructors before graduating high
school. These courses are designed for both students
planning to transfer to a four-year college and those
seeking immediate employment in a career/technical field.
Save Money on Transferable
College Credits
High school students can take college-level courses
through RCC’s Dual Enrollment program at their home
high school. These courses earn both college and high
school credits, and many students even earn an Associate
degree by the time they graduate high school.
Transferability
Dual enrollment courses provide pathways into college or
careers. Some courses are designed to transfer to four-year
colleges or universities, fulfilling freshman or lower-division
requirements. Other courses fulfill requirements for career
or occupational certificates or applied science degrees
offered at community colleges to fast-track a career.
RCC high school navigators are in your high school, ready
to help you discover your path to success. For more
information, email dualadvisor@rappahannock.edu,
call (804)333-6744, or visit www.rappahannock.edu/
dualenrollment
Dual Enrollment
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CAREER STUDIES CERTIFICATES
DEGREE & CERTIFICATE PROGRAM OVERVIEW
RCC has options for earning your degree
completely online and on your time!
Look for courses marked with an *asterisk*!
Contact an RCC Navigator to learn more at
(804) 333-6730 or advisor@rappahannock.edu.
Programs shown in
GREEN are eligible
for additional tuition
assistance through
the G3 program.
See page 4 for more
information.
ASSOCIATE DEGREE: Applied Science
ADN Nursing
* Business Management
* Criminal Justice
Diagnostic Medical Sonography
General Engineering Technology
Our Associate Degrees will help launch you on a
path of a rewarding career.
Complete in 4 semesters.
ASSOCIATE DEGREE: Arts & Sciences
* Business Administration * Pre-Engineering
* Criminal Justice * Psychology/Social Work
* Health-STEM * Teacher Education
* Pre-BSN Specialization
TRANSFER
Designed to give you all the classes needed to transfer
successfully to the college of your choice.
Complete in 4 semesters.
Specializations in:
* Accounting
* Administrative Support Technology
Baking and Pastry Fundamentals
Basic Electronics
Computer-Aided Drafting
* Computer Applications Specialist
* Criminal Justice – Advanced
* Criminal Justice – Foundations
Culinary Arts
Culinary Arts – Advanced
Diesel Mechanics Tech
Electrical & Instrumentation
Technician
EMT – Emergency Medical
Technician
EMT – Advanced Emergency
Medical Technician
* Game Design and Development
* General Education
HVAC
HVAC - Advanced
Intro to Engineering Technology
* Law Enforcement
* Networking and Cybersecurity
– Basic
Networking and Cybersecurity - Advanced
Nurse Aide
Paramedic
Phlebotomy
Practical Electrical Technician
Pre-Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Practical Nursing
Pre-Medical Lab Tech
Pre-Nursing
Pre-Practical Nursing
STEM at Work
* Web Design
Career Studies Certificates are designed
to give you specific job skills in a short
period of time. Credits earned in certificate
programs may count toward associate
degree requirements.
Complete in 1 to 2
semesters.
FASTFORWARD
CREDENTIAL PROGRAMS
ASME IX Pressure Pipe Welding
Certified Nurse Aide
Class A Commercial Driver License
Customer Service
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW)
Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)
Industrial Technology Maintenance
Basic Hydraulic Systems
Industrial Technology Maintenance
Basic Pneumatic Systems
Industrial Technology Maintenance
Electronic Control Systems
Industrial Technology Maintenance
Process Control Systems
Level I CNC Milling: Programming
Setup & Operations
Level I CNC Turning: Programming
Setup & Operations
Medication Aide
Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
SHINE Solar PV Installation Technician
Certification
RCC has partnerships with approximately 40 four-year schools in Virginia,
guaranteeing that if you maintain proper grades, you will be accepted.
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STUDENT RESOURCES
COMMUNITYBASED RESOURCES
Bay Transit
www.rappahannock.edu/transportation
Free rides to
and from campuses for RCC
students with student ID.
Squall’s Stall
On campus food pantries and grab-and-go
items available.
www.rappahannock.edu/foodpantry
TimelyCare
www.rappahannock.edu/timelycare
Virtual, telehealth mental health resource
provides 24/7, on-demand access to a mental
health professional, scheduled counseling
sessions, weekly yoga and meditation sessions.
FINANCIAL RESOURCES
FastForward & G3
www.rappahannock.edu/financialaid
Tuition assistance for select, high-demand short-
term training programs.
RCC Scholarships
www.rappahannock.edu/scholarships
One application determines eligibility for over
100 scholarships.
Single Stop
https://app.singlestop.org/vccs/rappahannockcc
Provides a one-stop shop for social services and
financial resources, including benefits screening
and application assistance for federal and state
programs like SNAP, WIC, health insurance,
cash, utilities, and transportation assistance.
Connects students to help with tax preparation,
healthcare enrollment, financial education, legal
counseling, and more.
ACADEMIC RESOURCES
ADA Accommodations
Individuals who received accommodations
in high school and/or have a documented
disability can schedule a meeting with the
coordinator at
adaaccommodations@rappahannock.edu.
Brainfuse
Log onto: myRCC.
Online tutoring platform on various subjects
and topics. Students can send papers to writing
experts for proofreading help.
Study Buddies
Study app through Navigate where classmates
gather online to share notes and get help from
each other.
Laptop Loaner Program
Email library@rappahannock.edu
Borrow laptops from the RCC library.
Student Support Services
Email ljustice@rappahannock.edu
TRIO and Upward Bound Programs are
designed to help students who are income
eligible, first generation, and/or have a
documented disability successfully navigate
college through one-on-one advising, events,
resources, and more.
www.rappahannock.edu/studentsupportservices
Career Services
The Career Services Coordinator is available
to help guide you on your career path.
Access resources at www.rappahannock.edu/
careerservices
RCC STUDENTS HAVE ACCESS TO A VARIETY OF FREE BENEFITS
52 CAMPUS DRIVE, WARSAW, VA 22572
Success
starts at
RCC!
Call: 804-333-6730
Email: advisor@rappahannock.edu
Visit: www.rappahannock.edu
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