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Find similar grantsWorkforce Credential Grant (WCG) / Fast Forward is sponsored by Virginia's Community Colleges (Virginia State Council of Higher Education). This grant program provides significant financial assistance to Virginians seeking to earn credentials in high-demand fields. It reduces the student cost of specific Workforce Credential training programs by two-thirds.
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Workforce Financial Assistance | Northern Virginia Community College Virginia state funding for FastForward programs (Workforce Credential Grant) is available at this time, but it is very limited. Funds and space are available on a first-come, first-served basis. We urge you to apply and register as soon as possible.
FastForward is a short-term workforce credential program to train Virginians for top, in-demand jobs across the Commonwealth. The cost of programs that prepare you for these careers can sometimes create a financial barrier. Financial assistance is available to subsidize the cost of select pre-approved training programs.
Students must pay one-third of the program's cost with the explicit expectation they will seek and obtain the related credential identified for their program of choice. Failure to complete the class will result in the student's financial obligation to pay an additional one-third of the program's cost back to the Commonwealth of Virginia. Funding for this program is limited.
The funds are available to Virginia residents who meet Virginia domicile requirements. See a list of eligible programs below. Those participating in FastForward programs are financially responsible for the first third of the course cost.
If you cannot pay the first third as determined by the predefined criteria, you may qualify for Workforce Financial Assistance (FANTIC) or G3 Scholarships. Funding for both FastForward and FANTIC/G3 programs is limited. Learn More About FastForward What is the Workforce Financial Assistance (FANTIC) and G3?
Workforce Financial Assistance (FANTIC) and G3 provide funding to students demonstrating the required financial need who desire to enroll in an approved FastForward training program leading to an industry-recognized credential or licensure and are not eligible for other funding grants or financial assistance. Applicants will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.
These financial assistance programs will pay the student's cost (one-third of the total tuition) of the FastForward program. Failure to complete the class will result in the student's financial obligation to pay one-third of the program's total cost back to the Commonwealth of Virginia. Funding for this program is limited.
Learn More About G3 Scholarships Currently available programs: CompTIA® IT Fundamentals (New) AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate) Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) Nurse Aide Preparation (CNA) Certified Billing & Coding Specialist (CBCS) SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP) Certified Apartment Leasing Professional (CALP) (New) EPA Section 608 Technician Certification (HVAC) Commercial Driver's License Class A (CDL-A) FastForward Program Tuition Chart Please visit MyWorkforce for additional information on these programs.
For a complete list of FastForward programs offered in the State of Virginia, visit fastforwardva. org . Participants in FastForward programs are expected to attend all class meetings, satisfactorily complete any requirements set by the instructor and/or program, and sit for the Industry Credential exam.
For courses where the Industry Credential exam is not offered at the end of the course, participants have 30 calendar days from the end of the in-class program to sit for the exam. To qualify for Workforce Financial Assistance (FANTIC), G3 Scholarships or FastForward subsidized tuition you must meet the Virginia domicile requirements.
Virginia "domicile" means you have lived in Virginia and intended to stay here indefinitely for at least one year prior to the date of application. A domicile determination form will be part of your registration process. Create a MyWorkforce student profile (new students only).
Complete all prerequisites based on the program of your choice. Prerequisites are listed in the course description. Register and pay for your course.
The FastForward agreement ( preview ) and domicile form will be part of your registration process. If you are domiciled in Virginia, your tuition will be discounted. Tuition payment is due at the time of registration.
Create a MyWorkforce student profile (new students only). Complete all prerequisites based on the program of your choice. Prerequisites are listed in the course description.
Carefully read the FANTIC Application Packet . Gather all required documents as outlined in the application packet. Complete the FANTIC Application Form online, including the Memorandum of Understanding, and upload your documents.
Applications should be submitted at least two weeks before the class starting date. Completing the application does not guarantee qualification for FANTIC or G3. The FANTIC application will be used to determine funding eligibility for G3-approved FastForward programs.
Register for your course. Course registration information will be provided to qualified FANTIC or G3 applicants. Residents of the City of Manassas can now pursue their higher education goals at no cost through the Grow Manassas tuition assistance fund.
This program, made possible by the City of Manassas, provides full coverage tuition assistance for select certificates offered at Northern Virginia Community College that lead to careers in high-demand sectors. Learn more about Grow Manassas
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Virginians pursuing non-credit training programs that lead to a workforce credential in a high-demand field. Students are required to pay one-third of the total cost upon enrollment. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows covers two-thirds of the cost of tuition for approved credentials, up to $2,000 from the state portion per credential completion. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Workforce Credential Grant (WCG) / Fast Forward is funded by Virginia's Community Colleges (Virginia State Council of Higher Education). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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