NRCC’s programs in these areas include short-term training in truck driver Class A CDL and motorcycle safety.
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.
| SUMMER SEMESTER 2026 10-Week Session (T) | ||
|---|---|---|
| May 20 | Wednesday | Classes Begin |
| May 25 | Monday | Holiday (College Closed) |
| May 26 | Tuesday | Last Day to Add w/o Instructor Approval |
| May 29 | Friday | Last Day to Drop and Receive Refund* |
| June 19 | Friday | Holiday (College Closed) |
| July 1 | Wednesday | Last Day to Drop and Receive “W” Grade* |
| July 3 | Friday | Holiday (College Closed) |
| July 31 | Friday | Exam Day/Classes End |
| August 3 | Monday | Grades Due from Faculty (Noon) |
| August 4 | Tuesday | Grades Available Online for Students |
* Refund or withdrawal date for regular session only. Contact Admissions & Records Office for information on other session deadlines.
| SUMMER SEMESTER 2026 First 5-Week Session (D) | ||
|---|---|---|
| May 20 | Wednesday | Classes Begin |
| May 22 | Friday | Last Day to Add Without Instructor Approval |
| May 25 | Monday | Holiday (College Closed) |
| May 26 | Tuesday | Last Day to Drop and Receive Refund* |
| June 10 | Wednesday | Last Day to Drop and Receive "W” Grade* |
| June 19 | Friday | Holiday (College Closed) |
| June 25 | Thursday | Exam Day/Classes End |
| June 26 | Friday | Grades Due from Faculty (Noon) |
| June 29 | Monday | Grades Available Online for Students |
* Refund or withdrawal date for regular session only. Contact Admissions & Records Office for information on other session deadlines.
| SUMMER SEMESTER 2026 Second 5-Week Session (E) | ||
|---|---|---|
| June 26 | Friday | Classes Begin |
| July 1 | Wednesday | Last Day to Add Without Instructor Approval |
| July 2 | Thursday | Last Day to Drop and Receive Refund* |
| July 3 | Friday | Holiday (College Closed) |
| July 16 | Wednesday | Last Day to Drop and Receive “W” Grade* |
| July 31 | Friday | Exam Day/Classes End |
| August 3 | Monday | Grades Due from Faculty (Noon) |
| August 4 | Tuesday | Grades Available Online for Students |
* Refund or withdrawal date for regular session only. Contact Admissions & Records Office for information on other session deadlines.
