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We’re helping Virginians reskill for in-demand jobs.

VA Ready’s goal is to reward Virginians who seize the moment and commit themselves to training for in-demand jobs. We’ve partnered with businesses across Virginia and Virginia’s Community Colleges and the FastForward Workforce Credential Program as well as Sentara College of Health Sciences to equip them with the skills needed for sustainable jobs in high-growth sectors.

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Eligibility Requirements

DO YOU WANT TO LEARN A NEW SKILL, FIND A FULFILLING NEW CAREER, AND HAVE A BRIGHTER FUTURE?

How about getting retrained in a rigorous 6 to 12 week credential program for an in-demand job in a high-growth sector? If you are willing to take the challenge, you could get a new job in technology, healthcare, manufacturing, or skilled trades. You can receive tuition grants from FastForward and earn a $1,000 Credential Achievement Award from VA Ready when you achieve your training credential.

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Take a look at how we're helping Virginians


Launched on June 29, 2020, VA Ready has gained momentum and is being noticed across Virginia. Take a look at what some in the media are saying:

Business Partners

Founding Partners

Carilion Clinic
Dominion Energy
Genworth Financial
SAIC
Verisign

Strategic Partners

Bank of America
CoStar Group
Stride Inc.
Sentara Healthcare

Business Partners

1901 Group
Bon Secours Richmond
HII
ManTech
Maximus
Northrop Grumman
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Professional Partners



McGuireWoods & McGuireWoods Consulting
AccessU
KPMG
Lenore Coaching