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Laurel Ridge Community College Workforce Solutions trades classes helping young man thrive in career
2025 Kettle Run High School graduate Oscar Burgoa says the Plumbing and Welding classes he took at Laurel Ridge Community College while still in high school really help him with his current job with the electrical union.
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Trades Academy gave Hunter Jenkins a career boost while he was still in high school
2025 Rappahannock County High School graduate Hunter Jenkins was still a high school student when he enrolled in the Trades Academy at Laurel Ridge Community College. He's now happy in his career with the Virginia Department of Transportation.
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Laurel Ridge Community College Workforce Solutions student trades in boring desk job for welding career
Mike Mullins turned to Laurel Ridge Community College Workforce Solutions after growing bored with his remote job and experiencing a series of layoffs. He has found a thrilling new career as a welder.
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Construction Project Management Course Accelerates Promotion For Front Royal Man
Jesse Godsey says the Construction Project Management Program he completed through Laurel Ridge Community College Workforce Solutions helped him to quickly rise in his company's ranks.
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Laurel Ridge Workforce Solutions Brings Leadercast 2026 Leadership Experience to the Region
Laurel Ridge Community College Workforce Solutions is offering rebroadcasts of Leadership 2026 in the Warrenton and Winchester regions.
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Complete Medical Assistant Program
Build a strong foundation for a meaningful career in healthcare with the Complete Medical Assistant program. This comprehensive, dual-track program is designed to prepare you for success in today’s dynamic medical environments…
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EKG Technician
Launch a rewarding career in healthcare as an EKG Technician, a key member of clinical teams who helps diagnose and monitor heart conditions. EKG Technicians perform vital diagnostic tests that measure the…
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Your Future Starts at Laurel Ridge
Laurel Ridge aims to create a welcoming environment where anyone will feel supported from the start.
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Derrick DeHaney: Power Line graduate energized by new career in the electrical industry
Derrick DeHaney recently graduated from Laurel Ridge Community College Workforce Solutions' Power Line Worker Program, and has begun working for Dominion Energy.
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