By 2026, there are expected to be 2.6 million middle-skilled jobs throughout Virginia —positions that require education beyond a high school diploma, but not a four-year degree. Ranging across six in-demand fields like healthcare, IT and hospitality, these roles offer stable, well-paying career opportunities with plenty of room for growth.
Each of Virginia’s 23 community colleges offers a unique list of training programs that qualify for G3 tuition assistance, designed specifically to reflect the workforce needs of their region. Because each community has different employment needs, G3 programs vary by college, ensuring students gain skills that align with the in-demand careers in their area.
Here’s a look at just a few of the G3 programs you can pursue at some of Virginia’s Community Colleges.
Southwest Virginia Community College (SVCC)
Located in the mountains of Southwest Virginia, SVCC’s programs are tailored to help fill critical regional workforce needs in healthcare, skilled trades and transportation. With more than 100 G3-approved programs to choose from, the college is helping students become qualified for in-demand careers while connecting local employers with skilled talent.
Approved G3 programs:
- Occupational Therapy Assistant (Healthcare)
- Pharmacy Technician (Healthcare)
- Manufacturing Fabrication (Skilled Trades)
- Heavy Equipment Operation (Skilled Trades/Transportation)
Northern Virginia Community College (NVCC)
NVCC is home to more than 60 G3-approved programs. Despite offering certifications across five different industries, the school is proud to help fill critical regional workforce needs in IT/software development, healthcare and health information management.
Approved G3 programs:
- Cloud Computing (IT/Software Development)
- Mobile Application Development (IT/Software Development)
- Clinical Data Coding (Health Information Managment)
- Veterinary Technology (Healthcare)
Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC)
Tucked in the rolling hills of Charlottesville, PVCC offers students nearly 70 G3-eligible programs in education, public safety, skilled trades, IT, healthcare and hospitality. While providing a diverse range of training opportunities across all six in-demand industries, a majority of PVCC’s programs are designed to close the regional workforce gap in healthcare, skilled trades and IT.
Approved G3 programs:
- Surgical Technology (Healthcare)
- Industrial Electronics Technology (Skilled Trades)
- Web Technologies (IT)
No matter where you live in Virginia, there’s a G3 program designed to help you take the next step toward a fulfilling career. With affordable, hands-on training from your local community college, you can gain the credentials you need for a job right in your own backyard.
