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Career Pathways - Science, Math, & Engineering

In science, math, and engineering programs at NRCC, students study and prepare to transfer to a four-year college or university to eventually work in specialized teaching, computer science, and engineering fields.

Associate of Sciences (Transfer)

Associate of Applied Science

Career Studies Certificates

Workforce (Short-term Training)

What is FastForward

FastForward is a program that provides clear paths to meaningful careers and helps people get the jobs they want and the salaries they need. FastForward programs are low-cost, short-term training courses offered through NRCC to help you fast-track training to prepare you for careers in truck driving, manufacturing technology, medical assisting, nurse aide, pharmacy technician as well as Lean Six Sigma Green and Yellow Belt. Most courses take six to twelve weeks to complete, and financial assistance is available. FastForward programs provide the New River Valley’s most affordable, achievable option in postsecondary education.

Enrollment Support:

 HOW TO REGISTER FOR CLASSES
 BECOME A STUDENT DETAILS
 CLASS SCHEDULES
 COLLEGE CATALOG
 INFORMATION REQUEST

ACADEMIC CALENDARS:

Fall 2026 14-Week Session
Fall 2026 10-Week Session
Fall 2026 1st 7-Week Session
Fall 2026 2nd 7-Week Session
SEE FUTURE ACADEMIC CALENDARS