Get College Funded!

Patrick & Henry Community College offers funding assistance to career credit students. Financial aid, grants, and scholarships are available to those enrolling in FastForward training programs, with potential to cover up to 100% of tuition. Eligible students may also receive supportive services. Additionally, we are proud of the partnerships we share with local community service agencies to extend further support and resources to our students. To apply for any/all of these funding options, you simply need to complete a one-stop application.

How do I apply?

  1. New Student
    • Create a New Profile
    • Your username is defaulted to your email address.
    • Social Security Number required for funding eligibility purposes.
       
  2. Returning Student
    • Log in and make sure your contact information is up to date.
    • You may use 'Forgot Username' or 'Forgot Password' links to recover your login information.
       
  3. Enroll in the Funding First Steps class
    • This class is designed to guide you through the process of determining your funding eligibility.
       
  4. Schedule an advising session with one of our Workforce Advising Specialists.
    • You may reach us at fastforward@patrickhenry.edu or 276-656-0260.
    • Discuss programs, schedules, and curriculum requirements.
    • Get answers to all your questions.
    • Funding eligibility and course enrollment will be finalized by our team following your advising session.
    • Registration is not complete until course confirmation email is received.
Directions to our offices (Frith building, rooms 104-119): Turn onto Patriot Ave from College Drive. At the stop sign turn left and proceed to the left. The building is at the top of the hill. Turn left when entering the building. Visit our website for more information. 
 
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FastForward is short-term training aligned with local employer needs, leading to nationally recognized industry credentials and access to higher-paying, in-demand jobs for Virginians. Certifications validate your skills and knowledge, enhancing your credibility, job opportunities, and earning potential.

FastForward Training Programs

Advanced Manufacturing
  • Automation and Robotics
Health Care
  • Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS)
  • Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) 
  • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
  • Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) 
Skilled Trades
  • NCCER Carpentry Levels 1-4
  • NCCER Core-Introductory Craft Skills 
  • NCCER Electrical Levels 1-4
  • NCCER HVAC Levels 1-4
  • NCCER Heavy Equipment Operator Level 1
  • NCCER Plumbing Levels 1-4
  • NCCER Power Line Worker Level 1
  • NCCER Project Management
Transportation
  • Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A & B

Funding Options

WCG Program (Workforce Credential Grant)
  • Available to Virginia residents.
  • Student responsible for first third of tuition (may be eligible for additional funding).
  • State pays second third upon successful completion of program.
  • State pays final third upon earning credential.
  • Student must agree to pay one-third of tuition if does not successfully complete the program.
FANTIC Grant (Financial Aid for Noncredit Training leading to Industry Credentials)
  • Need-based tuition assistance, available to Virginia residents, that pays eligible student's one-third of tuition.
G3 Grant (Get Skilled, Get a Job, Get Ahead)
  • Need-based tuition assistance, available to Virginia residents, that pays eligible student's one-third of tuition.
RSVP Grant (Road to Success in Virginia)
  • Need-based supportive services serving TANF recipients.
SNAP 50/50 Grant
  • Need-based supportive services serving SNAP recipients.
TARE Grant (Training, Assessment, Retention, and Employment)
  • Need-based tuition assistance and supportive services serving TANF or VIEW recipients.
Tobacco Commission Scholarships
  • Pays half of eligible student's one-third of tuition.