Ready to dive into hands-on experiences that set you up for your dream career? Our short-term degrees offer practical skills that employers love, all at an affordable cost with flexible financial aid options. Skip the wait—start your journey today and achieve your goals in weeks, not years.
- HANDS-ON
- CAREER-FOCUSED
- LOW-COST
Billing & Coding Technician
Start date: January 20 & 21, 2027
Term length: 15 weeks
Cost: $3,099 | Cost with FastForward tuition assistance: $1,033
Carpentry (Level 1)
Start date: September 8, 2026
Term length: 19 weeks
Cost: $2,349 | Cost with FastForward tuition assistance: $783
Core Craft Skills
Start date: September 9 & 24, October 20, 2026; January 6, 7 & 9, 2027
Term length: 14 weeks
Cost: $1,500 | Cost with FastForward tuition assistance: $500
EKG Technician
Start date: September 9, 2026
Term length: 13 weeks
Cost: $1,680 | Cost with FastForward tuition assistance: $560
Electrical (Level 1)
Start date: January 8, 2027
Term length: 19 weeks
Cost: $1,800 | Cost with FastForward tuition assistance: $600
Fiber Optics Installer
Start date: September 9 & 11, 2026; January 7 & 8, 2027
Term length: 14 weeks
Cost: $4,299 | Cost with FastForward tuition assistance: $1,433
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigerant (Level 1)
Start date: January 8, 2027
Term length: 19 weeks
Cost: $1,800 | Cost with FastForward tuition assistance: $600
Heavy Equipment Operator (Level 1)
Start date: September 8, 2026; February 9, 2027
Term length: 14 weeks
Cost: $4,500 | Cost with FastForward tuition assistance: $1,500
Phlebotomy Technician
Start date: September 21 & 22, October 3, 2026; January 25 & 30, 2027
Term length: 11-13 weeks
Cost: $2,700 | Cost with FastForward tuition assistance: $900
Credentials matter.
Unlock endless opportunities with industry-recognized credentials earned through Germanna. Our programs provide hands-on training and expertise aligned with industry standards, preparing you to stand out in today's competitive job market. Gain the credentials that employers trust and embark on a fulfilling career path with confidence.
Earn your credential at no cost
⇨ FastForward offers:
- Two-thirds of the funding you'll need to earn a high-demand credential
⇨ FANTIC offers:
- The remainder of the funding (for qualifying students)
⇨ Germanna G3 offers:
- Tuition assistance
- Textbooks
- Support services such as academic advising and career counseling
High Quality & Affordable
Germanna is a fraction of the cost compared to most Virginia colleges and universities. Financial aid, scholarships, and payment plans put your education within reach.
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Learn From the Best
"It was a pleasure working with everyone at Germanna. The courses were comprehensive and taught me everything I needed to know. The credential I earned led me to a full-time job with benefits."
- Justin Navarro, Asphalt Technology
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