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Student and Employer Success Stories

Student and Employer Success Stories

Phlebotomy Technician Course Opens Doors For Single Mother

Published: February 6, 2019

At her new job, Keisha Smith’s benefits include good insurance for herself and her young son. Certified phlebotomist/nurse assistant Keisha Smith is proof of what can be accomplished through hard […]

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Posted in: Healthcare and Wellness, Student and Employer Success Stories

Thanks to LFCC, Statewide Recognition Given to Winchester Man Who Trades Up

Published: October 16, 2018

For many people, learning that their workplace of 23 years is closing would be devastating. But, for Winchester resident Ed Breeden it was the chance to reinvent himself and to […]

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Posted in: Industry and Manufacturing, Student and Employer Success Stories

Warren County High grad drawn to career drawing blood

Published: December 15, 2017

Ready to embark on a new career, Warren County High School graduate Keith Davis turned to Laurel Ridge Workforce Solutions to get fast-track career training.

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Posted in: Healthcare and Wellness, Student and Employer Success Stories

Medical Assistant Program Student Success Story with Miriam Arriaga

Published: January 26, 2017

Recently, the Medical Assistant (CMA) Program offered through Workforce Solutions at Lord Fairfax Community College (LFCC) released another student into the workforce. Ten months ago, Miriam Arriaga began her training […]

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Posted in: Healthcare and Wellness, Student and Employer Success Stories

SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP Prep Course Student Spotlight

Published: September 6, 2016

As an Office Manager for Customer Care at American Woodmark, Jennifer Frye has found herself a career in Human Resources (HR). She prides herself on treating people with dignity and […]

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Clinical Medical Assistant (CMA) Student Spotlight

Published: December 4, 2015

Connie Miller is a 2015 graduate of the Clinical Medical Assistant (CMA) Program available at Laurel Ridge Workforce Solutions.  Before entering the CMA program, Connie was as a stay-at-home mom raising […]

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Posted in: Healthcare and Wellness, Student and Employer Success Stories

Commercial Driver’s License CDL-A Student Spotlight

Published: December 1, 2015

With little to no experience in tractor-trailers and truck driving, Scott Renner of Cross Junction, VA came to Lord Fairfax Community College Workforce Solutions to find a new career. Renner […]

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Posted in: Student and Employer Success Stories, Transportation

Laurel Ridge Program Boosts New Careers

Published: September 22, 2014

Posted: September 20, 2014 By SALLY VOTH The Winchester Star MIDDLETOWN With a baby on the way, Hunter Fletcher knew it was time to improve his job prospects, so he turned […]

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Posted in: Coaches Corner – Career Help, Student and Employer Success Stories, Trades and Apprenticeships

Industrial Maintenance Technician Student Spotlight

Published: July 10, 2014

After 12 years with prominent furniture maker, Henkel Harris, Terry Smith was laid off due to the closure of the business.  Smith turned to Laurel Ridge Workforce Solutions to determine […]

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Posted in: Coaches Corner – Career Help, Industry and Manufacturing, Student and Employer Success Stories

HEETF Student Success Story

Published: April 15, 2014

David Portmess first came to Laurel Ridge Workforce Solutions looking to better himself for his family. He was underemployed and had no hope of working to his full potential.  He […]

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Posted in: Coaches Corner – Career Help, Industry and Manufacturing, Student and Employer Success Stories

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