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New River Community College PROGRAMS AT A GLANCE 2025-2026

Short-Term Training Programs

FastForward Program

Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT)

The primary focus of the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) course is to provide basic and limited advanced emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. Students learn the basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. Upon successful completion of the program, students will be eligible to take the National Registry Exam for certification to practice. Prerequisites: EMT Credential, Current AHA BLS, 18 years old or older, Government issued photo ID, graduate from high school (or equivalent, i.e. GED), required immunizations (TB tests, flu shot, misc.), complete AEMT application packet.

Apartment Maintenance Technician

New River Community College, in partnership with the National Apartment Association Education Institute (NAAEI) and the Virginia Apartment Management Association (VAMA), is offering an 11-week Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician course. The course provides knowledge and hands-on experience through classroom instruction and lab activities to gain entry and advance as a maintenance technician in the residential property or commercial building industry. Students learn the basics of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, mechanical, appliance, construction, painting, lock and key services, and repairs. Upon successful completion, graduates will be eligible to take the Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician (CAMT) Certification Exam. After successfully passing the exam, students will receive their provisional certificate from NAAEI. After completing one year of experience in the industry, NAAEI will grant students their full certificate.

Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)

The Certified Associate in Project Management - CAPM® shows the world that you possess the foundational knowledge and skills that project based roles demand. It proves that you are ready to take on ways of working that include predictive project management, agile principles and business analysis. Earning your CAPM equips you with all you need to start a career in project management.

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Check out NRCC’s online catalog for more details. http://catalog.nr.edu/