The Transition Guide This is a guide to the different educational and training opportunities in the greater Fredericksburg area. The Guide offers information such as contact name, address, telephone numbers and emails where appropriate and instructions on how to use the website. Many colleges and universities have on-­‐line registration as well as paper registration. Their websites are set up to provide a step by step explanation of how to apply, what forms need to be submitted, and how to choose and register for classes. Some websites are more difficult to navigate than others. Most have a contact name and number for staff at the institution who can assist with enrollment questions. RARAE’s Transition Specialist is available to assist in using the Guide as well. The RARAE office is continuing to work on this document and making changes as they are needed. Please bear in mind that phone numbers change and people change positions in an agency or company, so some information may be incorrect. Contact the Transition Specialist through the Rappahannock Area Regional Adult Education office to report changes or to get updates and assistance when needed. Table of Contents Community Colleges Germanna Community College 3 Rappahannock Community College 5 Northern Virginia Community College 7 J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College 9 Colleges and Universities University of Mary Washington 10 Strayer University 11 Old Dominion University 12 (Effective 4/1/14) The Transition Guide Training Opportunities Virginia Employment Commission (Source for Workforce Investment Act training funds) Career Training Solutions Spotsylvania Career Technical Center Workplace Training Sites Mary Washington Hospital School of Radiology Spotsylvania Regional Medical Hospital Woodmont Nursing Home Greenfield Assisted Living Moseley School of Real Estate Resource Agencies with Training Opportunities The Virginia Workforce Center Department of Rehabilitative Services Employment Resources Incorporated (Serves clients ages 18 – 22) Rappahannock Goodwill Industries Job Corps Assistance Agencies for Special Circumstances Virginia Cares disability Resource Center Special Topics World Education Services Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) US Citizenship and Immigration Services Free Application for Federal Student Aid In State/Out of State Tuition 12 13 14 16 16 17 17 17 19 20 21 22 23 23 24 24 24 25 25 26 The Transition Guide COMMUNITY COLLEGE PROGRAMS Germanna Community College Credit Classes Name: Antwan Perry Location: 10000 Germanna Point Drive 22408 Phone #: 540-­‐891-­‐3069 Email: aperry@germanna.edu • Germanna has four campuses where credit and non-­‐credit classes are held: Fredericksburg campus 10000 Germanna Point Drive Fredericksburg, VA 22408-­‐9543 540-­‐891-­‐3000 FAX: 540-­‐710-­‐2092 Locust Grove campus 2130 Germanna Highway Locust Grove, VA 22508 540-­‐423-­‐9030 Fax: 540-­‐727-­‐3207 Daniel Technology Center 18121 Technology Drive Culpeper, VA 22701 Instruction -­‐ 540-­‐937-­‐2914 Workforce -­‐ 540-­‐937-­‐2900 FAX: 540-­‐937-­‐2918 The Transition Guide •
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Stafford County campus 2761 Jefferson Davis Highway (Rt. 1) Suite 107 Stafford, VA 22555 Phone: 540-­‐288-­‐8830 Fax: 540-­‐658-­‐1205 Prospective students may receive services from counselors at any of the four campuses Germanna provides an adult career coach who is available to assist prospective students with all phases of application and registration  Michelle Beverage  mbeverage@germanna.edu  (540)322-­‐5767; (540) 736-­‐8041 Website: www.germanna.edu On the home page, click Students Under How to Register for Classes is a “New student ‘to do’ list” with a list of steps to take for enrolling which is a comprehensive guide for a new student Under “New student ‘to do’ list” is also a directory of GCC departments with contact information Placement tests are given daily and on a walk-­‐in basis; go on-­‐line for contact information and locations; on the website click on Students and on the menu on the right side click on Testing Services Placement test review and practice are available on-­‐line prior to taking the tests. Placement in math and English classes is determined by the placement test scores; some students may be placed in Developmental Education to improve their math and English skills Developmental classes are credit classes; however, they do not count towards a degree or certificate The Transition Guide • Counselors advise starting the financial aid paperwork early; on the website, click on Students and on the menu on the left side, click on Paying for College/Financial Aid • Germanna has a Disability Services Center where students with documented disabilities can find services; on the website, click on Students and on the menu on the right side click on Student Services. Click on Disability Services to get more information Workforce (non-­‐credit ) Website: www.germanna.edu/workforce Email: gccworkforce@germanna.edu Phone: 540-­‐891-­‐3012 Workforce classes range from truck driver training to technology certifications Visit the website for latest course schedule since class offerings change frequently • On the left side of the workforce page, find information about current classes, upcoming classes, contact information • On the right, find Apply Now for electronic application •
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Rappahannock Community College Credit Classes Glenns Campus
12745 College Drive Glenns, VA 23149 Program Manager for Adult Education/GED
Brooke Pizzetti (804) 333-­‐6837 bpizzetti@rappahannock.edu The Transition Guide Warsaw Campus
52 Campus Drive Warsaw, VA 22572 Yvonne Vaughn, Receptionist (for appointments) phone: 804-­‐333-­‐6730 or email: yvaughn@rappahannock.edu Website: www.rappahannock.edu On the home page, click on Academics to see programs of study On the home page, click on Future Students The Future Students page has a step by step menu to follow to get information on how to apply and what other steps need to be taken • Counselors at either campus can assist with questions • RCC offers some classes at the King George High School site. For information on King George site:  Room 215, King George High School 10100 Foxes Way, King George, VA 22485 540-­‐775-­‐0087 (voice) 540-­‐775-­‐1854 (fax) •
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Workforce Classes (noncredit) • Website: www.rappahannock.edu • On the Home page, click on Workforce • On the right side of the Workforce page is a listing of all the Career Clusters that RCC offers classes in. • The page also explains the registration process. • Administrative Assistants at each of the campuses can assist with questions:  Glenns Campus: J. Marlene Cralle
804- 758-6750
mcralle@rappahannock.edu
 Warsaw Campus: Tina Bremar
804-333-6828
tbremarr@rappahannock.edu
The Transition Guide Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) Credit Classes • Website: www.nvcc.edu • NOVA has six campus locations in Northern Virginia and three centers for specialized activities • Each campus offers different areas of study and degrees or certificates – check the website for what is offered on each campus • Below is a list with brief information of each campus: Academic Campuses • The Alexandria Campus Contact: Student Services Center Location: Bisdorf Building, Room 194 Phone: 703-­‐845-­‐6330 • The Annandale Campus Contact: Student Services Center Location: CA Building, Room 114 Phone: 703-­‐323-­‐3400 • The Loudoun Campus Contact: Student Services Center Location: Reynolds Building, Room 246 Phone: 703-­‐450-­‐2501 Email: nvheslg@nvcc.edu
• The Manassas Campus Contact: Student Services Center Location: Howsmon Hall, Room 111 Phone: 703-­‐257-­‐6624 Email: MAANR@nvcc.edu
The Transition Guide • The Medical Education Campus Contact: Student Services Center Location: Rooms 202 Phone: 703-­‐822-­‐6531 • The Woodbridge Campus Contact: Student Services Center Location: Second Floor, Room 202 Phone: 703-­‐878-­‐5760 • NOVA offers an extensive distance learning program. The Extended Learning Institute offers three types of distance learning including online courses, telecourses and virtual hybrid courses. Contact: ELI Hotline: 703-­‐323-­‐3347 or 1-­‐888-­‐4DL-­‐NVCC Website: www.eli.nvcc.edu Workforce Classes (noncredit) •
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On the website home page, click on Businesses and Community Click on Workforce Development Click on Classes and Training for more information Workforce classes are offered at all campuses  Alexandria Campus, AA 230 3001 N Beauregard Street Alexandria, VA 22311 Phone: 703-­‐845-­‐6280 • Annandale Campus, CE 202 8333 Little River Turnpike, Annandale, VA 22003 Phone: 703-­‐323-­‐318  Loudoun Campus 21335 Signal Hill Plaza, Suite 300 Sterling, VA 20164 Phone: 703-­‐450-­‐2551 The Transition Guide  Manassas Campus 6901 Sudley Road Manassas, VA 20109 Phone: 703-­‐257-­‐6630  Medical Education 6699 Springfield Center Drive Springfield, VA 22150-­‐1913 Phone: 703-­‐822-­‐6523 Email: cehealth@nvcc.edu
 Woodbridge Campus 15200 Neabsco Mills Rd. Woodbridge, VA 22191 Phone: 703-­‐878-­‐5770 J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College Credit Classes • Website: www.jsr.vccs.edu • Three campus sites: The Downtown Academic Campus is located adjacent to the Philip Morris Research Center and the VCU Medical Campus. The Parham Road Academic Campus, located one mile west of I-­‐95 in Henrico County. The Goochland Academic Campus is located near Routes 6 and 632 in the community of Goochland Courthouse. • On the Home page, click Future Students • Find step-­‐by-­‐step instructions about how to enroll as a credit student at J. Sergeant Reynolds Community College. If you need assistance, contact the Admissions Office at 804-­‐ 523-­‐5029. The Transition Guide Workforce Classes (noncredit) • Website: www.ccwa.vccs.edu • Three campus sites: Chester Center 13101 Jefferson Davis Highway Chester, VA 23831 804-­‐ 706-­‐5175 Featherstone Professional Center 1807 Huguenot Road, Suite 108 Midlothian, VA 23113 804-­‐ 440-­‐2447 North Run Corporate Center 1630 East Parham Road Richmond, VA 23228 804-­‐ 523-­‐2292 •
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On the Home page, click Training Click Open Enrollment Courses to see current classes and to register on-­‐line Click on Current Schedule of Classes to see possible offerings Contact: 804-­‐523-­‐2292 for assistance FOUR YEAR COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES University of Mary Washington (UMW) Name: staff at the Admissions Office Location: 1301 College Ave. Fredericksburg, VA 22401 Phone # 800-468-5614 or 540-654-2000 Email: admit@umw.edu • Website: www.umw.edu The Transition Guide • Offers traditional four-­‐year Bachelor’s degrees, graduate degrees, and an adult completion bachelor’s degree. • Four year Bachelor’s degrees are for more traditional full-­‐time college students working on graduating in 4-­‐5 years • Graduate degrees are programs for Master’s degrees • The adult completion degree is a Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Studies for people in the workforce who are taking classes at night, on weekends, or on-­‐
line. • On the website, click on Admissions • Click on Undergraduate Admissions • A list of items for admission is posted on the menu at the left • At the Office of Admissions, there is a staff of admissions counselors to assist prospective students • Applications can be done on-­‐line or by mail
• Check website for degree majors, on home page, click on Academics and on Academic Programs Strayer University Name: Duan Butler Location: 150 Riverside Parkway, Fredericksburg, VA 22406, Suite 100 Phone #: 540-­‐374-­‐4301 • Website: www.strayer.edu • Offers the following degrees:  Bachelor of Business Administration  Bachelor of Science in Accounting  Bachelor of Science in Information Systems  Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice  Bachelor of Science in Economics  Master of Business Administration  Master of Science in Accounting  Master of Science in Information Systems  Master of Health Services Administration The Transition Guide  Master of Public Administration • Offers on-­‐line and on campus classes • Offers financial aid opportunities through the business office Old Dominion University (ODU) Name: Dr. Frances Dolloph, Site Director or Robin Woodard, Assistant Site Director Location: Phone#: 540-­‐834-­‐1045; FAC1, Room 108 at the Fredericksburg campus. Email: Germanna Community College campus fdolloph@odu.edu Website: www.odu.edu On home page of ODU website, click on Distance Learning Click on Learn more at Distance Learning Click on Programs Click on 2+2 Partnership 2+2 Partnership page has information on courses of study offered through distance learning • 2+2 Partnership requires attendance and completion of an Associate’s Degree to begin classes with ODU • Large offering of degrees with moderate cost •
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The Transition Guide TRAINING PROGRAMS Workforce Investment Act (WIA) Training Programs Name: Location : VEC 10304 Spotsylvania Ave. 22408 Phone #: Carol: 540-­‐322-­‐5774 Email: carol.scott@vec.virginia.gov Carol Scott • Website: www.vec.virginia.gov • The WIA program is housed in the Virginia Workforce Center (more information about the Center can be found at the end of the Guide) • WIA can provide funding for education or training to qualified job seekers aged 21 and over • WIA orientation, a requirement to start the process for qualifying for placement and financial aid, is offered every two weeks • List of activities needed is handed out during Orientation; meeting with Carol set up after completion of activities • WIA funds cannot pay for out of state tuition -­‐ client must have lived in Virginia for at least a year • WIA funds cannot pay for training for someone who is employed full-­‐time Career Training Solutions Name: Kathy Carr or Jessica Griner, Admissions and Information Location: 10304 Spotsylvania Avenue, 4th floor Phone #: 540-­‐373-­‐2200 Email: www.careertrainingsolutins.edu (there is a contact page in the website) • Website: www.careertrainingsolutions.edu The Transition Guide • Website offers extensive information on programs • Programs include:  Nail Technician 150 credits, 8 weeks  Pharmacy Technician 280 credits, 16 weeks  Phlebotomy 240 credits, 8 weeks  Nurse Aide 132 credits, 5 weeks  Medical Assistant 36 credits, 7.5 months  Electronic Health  Information Technician 27 credits, 7.5 months  Practical Nurse Education 70 credits, 14 months  Registered Nurse Education variable credits, 15 months  Esthetics 27 credits, 7.5 months  Master Esthetics 29 credits, 7.5 months  Medical Massage Therapy 35 credits, 7.5 months  Information Technology variable hours and time  Public Enrichment Courses variable hours and time  Continuing Education variable time and credits • Tuition is listed by program • Be sure to read Gainful Employment Disclosures on each program you are interested in • FAFSA needs to be filled out for financial aid Spotsylvania Career Technical Center (SCTC) Apprenticeship Related Instruction (ARI) Name: David Ferguson, ARI Coordinator/Assistant Principal Location: 6713 Smith Station Rd. Spotsylvania, VA 22553 Phone #: 540-­‐898-­‐2655 Email: dferguson@hs.spotsylvania.k12.va.us Website: www.spotsyschools.us •
ARI offers the following programs:  Cosmetology (one year) The Transition Guide Electricity I – IV (four years)  HVAC-­‐R I – IV (four years)  Plumbing I – IV (four years) In the Cosmetology program, a student must be working as an apprentice and sponsored by place of employment Employment in the related field is not required for Electricity, HVAC-­‐R, and Plumbing; though, some students gain employment during the course of the classes Classes are one level each school year (September to March) for a total of four years Cost is $500.00 a year for non-­‐apprentices and $400 a year for apprentices employed in a related company Some employers pay for the training Books and other materials are not covered by the $500 fee The final certification testing is not done at SCTC 
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For more detailed information, go to website Click on Select a School at the top left of the screen, then on the drop down menu, click on Spotsylvania Career Technical Center Click on Apprenticeship at bottom left of screen and read the Overview document Certified Nursing Assistant Classes Name: Meghan O’Connor, Assistant Principal Address: 6713 Smith Station Rd, Spotsylvania, VA 22553 Phone: 540-­‐898-­‐2655 Email: moconnor@hs.spotsylvania.k12.va.us • CNA classes are offered in the fall semester and the spring semester • Classes are 13 weeks long, beginning in September and again in January • Class size is limited to 20 students The Transition Guide • Registration is announced on the website page and is on a “first come, serve served” basis • Cost is $500 (does not include the cost of the materials • Classes are two nights a week from 6:00 to 9:30PM • Website is: www.spotsyschools.us • Click on Select a School, then on the drop down menu, click on Spotsylvania Career Technical Center • Click on Nursing Program on the drop down menu read the CNA brochure Licensed Practical Nursing Classes WORKPLACE TRAINING SITES Mary Washington Hospital training programs MWHC School of Radiology Name: Donna Carroll Location: 2300 Fall Hill Ave., Suite 260, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 Phone #: 540-­‐741-­‐1802 Email: donna.carroll@mwhc.com
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Website: www.marywashingtonhealthcare.com At the bottom of the home page, click on School of Radiologic Technology Webpage offers detailed admission requirements and admission procedures The school is 23 months long The next open class will start August 2013 Applications for 2014 class will be due by March 31, 2014 As of January, 2015, an Associate’s degree from an accredited community college will be required prior to enrollment in the school The Transition Guide Spotsylvania Regional Medical Hospital Name: not available for publication currently Location: 4600 Spotsylvania Parkway, Fredericksburg, VA 22408 Phone #: 540-­‐498-­‐4000, ask for education department •
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Website: www.spotsrmc.com SRMC does not currently have training programs in place Anticipate training programs in the future Check website for announcements of new programs Most nursing homes and assisted living facilities in the area are not offering any on-­‐the-­‐
job training. Contacts at several facilities suggested that anyone interested in medical training should contact Germanna Community College or Spotsylvania Career Technical Center. Woodmont Nursing Home Name: no contact at this time Location: 11 Dairy Lane, Fredericksburg, VA 22405 Phone #: 540.371.9414 •
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Website: www.genesishcc.com No classes currently being offered, but classes are offered periodically Check website periodically for info on CAN classes On the website, click on Happenings Greenfield Assisted Living Name: Michael Dameron Locations: 1001 Northside Drive Fredericksburg, VA 22405 30 Kings Crest Drive, Stafford, VA 22554 Phone: 540-­‐374-­‐8200 (Fredericksburg); 540 288-­‐9353(Stafford) Email: m.dameron67@icloud.com The Transition Guide • Website: www.greenfieldseniorliving.com • Offers Direct Care Training Moseley Real Estate Schools Locations: Various real estate offices in the Fredericksburg area Phone: 1-­‐877-­‐667-­‐3539, national offices • Website: www.moseley.org • Offers training in salesperson, broker, and continuing education classes to prepare people for real estate licensing exams • Classes are held in local real estate offices • On the website, click Get Licensed!, then click on Virginia Real Estate Salesperson License • Website will show three options for study, a description of each course, and its cost • On the right side of the screen, click on Virginia Training Centers • Page shows a map of Virginia and a list of all the training centers, their class offerings and their schedules • Classroom training for Salesperson licensing classes are 60 hours of training and approximately $350.00 The Transition Guide RESOURCE AGENCIES WITH TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES The Virginia Workforce Center Name: Rebecca Wareham, Resource Center coordinator, or reception staff Location: 10304 Spotsylvania Avenue, Fredericksburg, VA 22408 Phone #: 540-­‐322-­‐5757 Website: vawc.virginia.gov The Virginia Workforce Center is Fredericksburg’s One-­‐Stop location for accessing resources of all types. The Center houses representatives from the following agencies: • The Virginia Employment Commission (VEC)  Handles unemployment claims  Offers job search assistance  Offers free resume writing, interview, and job search classes  Maintains a resource center with computers, telephones, copiers, fax machines, and resource information  Provides veteran’s services  Manages the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) training program and funds WIA approved training • Germanna Community College (information under Community Colleges in the Guide) • The Department of Rehabilitative Services (information under Resource Agencies with Training Opportunities in the Guide) • Employment Resources Incorporated (ERI) ((information under Resource Agencies with Training Opportunities in the Guide) • Rappahannock Area Regional Adult Education (RARAE) • Job Corps (information under Resource Agencies with Training Opportunities in the Guide) • Rappahannock Goodwill Industries (RGI) (information under Resource Agencies with Training Opportunities in the Guide) The Transition Guide • On the Job training (OJT) and employment assistance in conjunction with ERI for all ages  Assists job hunters in connecting with area employers for direct employment or training in OJT situations  OJT has qualification requirements  Contact Beth Shanhols via email: bshanhols@eri-­‐va.com • On-­‐Ramp Program  Helps eligible dislocated workers improve their chances of finding gainful employment  Provides financial assistance to students seeking a degree program or noncredit industry certification program  All programs take place at Germanna Community College  Contact Patrick Hodge at 540-­‐322-­‐5769 or phodge@germanna.edu Department of Rehabilitative Services (DRS) Name: speak phone receptionist to request a meeting Location:
511 Westwood Office Park , Fredericksburg, VA 22401 Phone # 540-­‐ 899-­‐4161 Email: will depend on which counselor student works with • Website: www.vadrs.org • DRS is disability and employment based • People with a documented disability and the goal of becoming employed:  Contact DRS to request a meeting with a vocational counselor based on zip code of applicant • People without a documented disability and the goal of becoming employed  Contact DRS to request a meeting with a vocational counselor to be assessed for disability  Funds may or may not be available for testing; based on economic need • DRS has access to training opportunities and limited funds for training for clients with disabilities The Transition Guide Employment Resources Incorporated (ERI) Name: Jenny Bishop (full-­‐time) Location: 404 Willis St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 (downtown office) 10304 Spotsylvania Ave. Fredericksburg, VA 22408 (VEC office) Phone #: Jenny – 540-­‐847-­‐0322 Email: jbishop@eri-­‐va.com dlee@eri-­‐va.com •
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Diana Lee (part-­‐time) Diana – 540-­‐847-­‐9226 Website: www.eri-­‐va.com Transition program is for people aged 18-­‐22 Maintains an office at the VEC one stop site ERI works in conjunction with WIA training programs; participants are required to meet WIA program requirements as well Will work with GED graduates and those in GED class but not yet graduated Tutoring services for those still working on GED preparation Must have legal status in US; (Jenny speaks Spanish) Registration process includes TABE testing and income eligibility Documented disability removes income eligibility requirements Program assistance includes:  Assistance with navigating the application process for higher education and training opportunities  Assistance with filling out forms such as FAFSA  Assessments  Job search  Assistance with cost of very short term training  Transportation assistance The Transition Guide Rappahannock Goodwill Industries (RGI) • Website: www.fredgoodwill.org • These centers offer free assistance to people in our community in learning/upgrading computer skills, job preparation and job search skills for today’s workplace. Resources available in the centers include:  Job Postings  Computer Access  Internet Access  Telephone Access  Fax & Copier Access • Goodwill’s Job Help Centers’ skills training include:  Basic Computer Skills  Keyboarding Skills  Application Writing Skills  Resume Design & Preparation  Cover Letter Design & Preparation  Interviewing Skills • For more information on Goodwill’s Job Help Centers, please contact one of the centers listed below and ask to speak to an Employment Specialist Fredericksburg Job Help Center Brian Schreech 1411 Princess Anne Street Fredericksburg, VA. 22401 Phone: 540-­‐645-­‐6227 Direct Fax: 540-­‐656-­‐2044 Hours: Mon-­‐Fri 9:00am-­‐12:00 p.m.; 1:00 p.m.-­‐4:00pm North Stafford Job Help Center 72 Doc Stone Road (beside Giant Food) Stafford, VA. 22556 The Transition Guide Phone: 540-­‐658-­‐1312 Hours: Mon-­‐Wed-­‐Thurs 9:00am-­‐12:00pm; 1:00pm-­‐4:00pm Job Help Center at Goodwill Community Resource Center 4701 Market Street (Lee’s Hill Center) Fredericksburg, VA. 22408 Phone: 540-­‐371-­‐3070 Direct Fax: 540-­‐371-­‐9433 Hours: Mon-­‐Fri 9:00am-­‐12:00pm; 1:00pm-­‐4:00pm Job Corps Name: Address: Phone #: Email: Paul Thompson 2217 Princess Anne Street, Suite 313 – A General Washington Executive Center, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 (Also at One-­‐Stop; Phone # 540-­‐322-­‐57810 540-­‐710-­‐9172 Thompson.paulm@jobcorps.org • Job corps is a residential program for people ages 16 to 24 • Website: www.jobcorps.org • Paul Thompson holds a Job Corps orientation every Wednesday at the VEC Resource Center Assistance Agencies for Special Circumstances Virginia Cares Name: Phone: Email: contact not available for publication at present 540-­‐342-­‐9344 caresclerk@vacares.org • Website: www.vacares.org The Transition Guide • Programs to assist ex-­‐offenders in getting back into employment and into the community • A public service agency with free services • Note: Ms. Brown covers a large territory and is seldom at her office, so leave a message and she will get in contact disAbility Resource Center (dRC) Name: Debbie Fults -­‐ Executive Director Address: 409 Progress Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 Phone: 540-­‐373-­‐2559 Email: • Website: www.cildrc.org • An agency that works with people with all kinds of disabilities that are in need of assistance with job readiness skills, resume and cover letter writing, financial assistance, assistive devise; independent living skills; and others • Also provide advocacy, counseling, and awareness programs for the general public SPECIAL TOPICS World Educational Services (WES) WES is a non-­‐profit organization that provides research about international education and trends and offers expert credential evaluation services. • Website: www.wes.org • The website has sites for students, job seekers, immigrants, educators, employers and people seeking professional licensing • Can assist ESOL students in “translating” degrees in their native county into degrees or coursework Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Preparation The Transition Guide The test is offered in two formats. The TOEFL iBT® test, administered via the internet, is offered 30–40 times a year at authorized test centers throughout the world and the TOEFL PBT, is given in a paper-­‐based form. The format you take depends on the test center location. • Website: www.ets.org/toefl • On the webpage, click on test centers and dates • Find the letter U in the alphabetized list. Find the United States which is listed by state in alphabetical order. Find the various cities and test dates. Test sites include Fairfax, Alexandria, Arlington, Annandale, Herndon, Falls Church, Springfield, Vienna, and Glen Allen (near Richmond) • Costs and dates for testing vary by location • NOVA offers classes to prepare for taking the TOEFL test. Contact the American Culture and Language Institute. • Contact the campus of your choice to find out how to take the ACLI placement test on that campus. After you get your placement results, you can register for classes. You can use placement results from one campus to register at any NOVA ACLI. • ACLI offices are located in all the Workforce Development and Continuing Education offices at each of the campuses. Please refer to the office listings under Workforce Development and Continuing Education in the NOVAS listing. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services • Website: uscis.gov • Official website of the Department of Homeland Security • Provides information on how to pursue citizenship in the US • Provides information on Green Cards • Provides official forms for matters concerning immigration and citizenship • English and Spanish texts are provided Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) • Long federal government form requesting general personal information, education plans, and financial status • Can be filled out on-­‐line or on paper and mailed • Results return to student and to college or training program The Transition Guide • Schools offer financial aid based on the FAFSA reports • Transitional specialist can assist in preparation of FAFSA In-­‐state/Out-­‐of-­‐state Tuition • Institutions will determine tuition cost based on whether a prospective student is a resident of Virginia or not. In-­‐state tuition generally is significantly less than out-­‐of-­‐state tuition in cost per credit • Generally, in order to be considered a legal resident of Virginia, a student must demonstrate his/her intention of remaining in Virginia indefinitely. Demonstration of intent is usually accomplished through objective evidence such as  driver's license,  automobile registration,  voter registration,  payment of Virginia state income taxes,  ownership of real property • A student under the age of 19 generally assumes the residency status of the parent(s) • A student over the age of 19 may establish his/her own residency independent of the parent(s). • Military spouses or dependents • Check a college or training program’s website for specifics on residency determination • If the student is a member of a military family special provisions for determining eligibility for reduced tuition rates exist • A child or spouse of a military person stationed in Virginia is eligible for in-­‐state tuition regardless of domicile if the nonmilitary parent or spouse:  has resided in Virginia  been employed full-­‐time  paid personal income taxes to Virginia for the year prior to the semester for which in-­‐state tuition is being sought  To be eligible through the parent or military spouse, the student must be claimed as a dependent for Virginia and federal income tax purposes