Congrats! You’ve officially reached the halfway point of the semester, and it’s the perfect time to take a breather, reflect on your progress and set the stage for a successful second half. Whether you’ve had a stellar start or faced some challenges, this is your opportunity to regroup and finish strong. In this blog post, […]
More Courses You Can Take While Pursuing a Public Safety Program Through G3
Public safety careers play a fundamental role in maintaining the well-being and security of society. This doesn’t just pertain to frontline responders, but to the professionals who improve communities through social work, maintain relationships with other nations and use science to solve crimes and bring justice. If one of these roles speaks to you, pursuing […]
A Promising Job Outlook in Virginia: Healthcare, IT, Public Safety, Early Childhood Education and Skilled Trades
Virginia offers diverse career opportunities that are expected to continue expanding across the state. According to the Virginia Employment Commission, employment is projected to grow 10.1 percent by 2026, exceeding the national growth rate of 7.4 percent. The best part is, many of the jobs that show promising growth can be attained with an associate […]
More Courses You Can Take While Pursuing a Healthcare Program Through G3
Embarking on a career in healthcare is an exciting and rewarding pursuit, one that requires a strong foundation of knowledge and skills. Pursuing a healthcare G3 program through Virginia’s Community Colleges gives you the opportunity to engage in a wide array of fascinating and stimulating courses. These courses offered won’t just expand your horizons, they […]
Testimonials: Making the Most of Virginia’s Community Colleges
Whether you’ve already started classes or you’re still contemplating if community college is right for you, the beginning of a new semester is the perfect time to think about your goals and how continuing your education can get you one step closer to achieving them. To highlight a few of the great benefits that Virginia’s […]
Tips for Taking Care of Your Mental Health in College
Pursuing a degree or certification is an exciting time to learn new skills and prepare for a new career. But adding college classes to your plate can be stressful. Programs that are eligible for G3 tuition assistance tend to have a mix of both in-class instruction and hands-on skills demonstrations (which also come with their […]
Home is Where the Heart Is: A Buildable Future at Nationwide Homes
With multiple locations across the Southeast—including Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, West Virginia and Georgia— Nationwide Homes has been a leader in constructing homes for over 60 years. The team at Nationwide Homes doesn’t just create regular homes. They specialize in creating HiPerformance systems-built modular homes with benefits of long-term living and lower utility […]
Virginia Workforce Summer Headlines
Some exciting announcements have been made this summer that will impact Virginia’s workforce today – and for years to come. Because these changes could have big implications for the Commonwealth’s most in-demand industries, it’s important for current G3 students, or individuals considering enrolling in the future, to have them on their radar. Here are […]
It’s Not About Cleaning Teeth: What it Takes to be a Dental Hygienist
As one of the founders of the dental hygiene program at Virginia Peninsula Community College (VPCC) in Hampton, Va., Dr. Kelly Tanner, RDH is, not surprisingly, very passionate about the dental hygiene field. But her true love is education, for herself and for others. Dr. Tanner is the program chair at VPCC and CEO of […]
Constructing a Dream Career at The Branch Group
In a world with so many options, it can be hard to find an internship or career path that just feels –right. However, if you enjoy a variety of work, prefer experiential learning and find satisfaction in tangible outcomes, a career in construction may be the perfect fit for you. The Branch Group (TBG), based […]