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Workforce Development Division Presents to International Delegation

Janet S. Clarke, Business Development Manager presents to Russian delegation
Janet S. Clarke, Business Development Manager presents to Russian delegation

On September 17, 2014 the Workforce Development Division in collaboration with the Office of Global Studies and Programs delivered a presentation to a delegation of nine Russian higher education administrators. Janet S. Clarke, a Business Development Manager for the Workforce Development Division provided a 30 minute presentation on how NOVA’s Workforce Development Division interacts with the local community and meets the training needs of local industry sectors. Janet also discussed the importance of continuous engagement with the business community.  This engagement gives the college the ability to develop education solutions that best address the skill needs of the business community.  The result of this engagement is long term economic growth for the region.  The presentation was well received by all in attendance.

 

Classes/Workshops

Workforce Development Division Offers Construction Trades & License Preparation Training

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We now offer a wide range of new courses focusing on the growing construction industry in the greater Northern Virginia/Washington, DC area.  New courses this spring include Construction Math for Building Trades, Print Reading, and Construction Methods & Materials at the Woodbridge campus location.  In addition, we also offer Basic and Advanced Contractor Licensing and construction continuing education refresher courses at the Manassas campus location.   We have also added a Certified Welder course.  For additional information and registration, visit our website here.