EducateVA, the Virginia Community College Career Switcher program, provides an alternative pathway to teacher licensure. Educators currently teaching on a Technical Professional provisional license may participate in a combination of online and weekend classes to complete the required coursework. The program is approved by the Virginia Department of Education and prepares teachers across the Commonwealth, who go on to be fully licensed upon completion.
Participants will complete the three Professional Studies courses required for the Technical Professional license over three consecutive semesters. Each 16-week semester will include two Saturday sessions, seven biweekly evening sessions (virtual), and submission of online assignments.
In-state tuition: $800 (covers all three courses)
Out-of-state tuition: $2,400
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Spring 2025
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Course: Instructional Design
February 1 - May 25
Saturday sessions:
- February 1, 9 - 3:30
- May 3, 9 - 3:30
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Fall 2025
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Course: Classroom Management
August 23 - December 14
Saturday sessions:
- August 23, 9 - 3:30
- December 13, 9 - 3:30
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Spring 2026
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Course: Foundations of Education
January 31 - May 17
Saturday sessions:
- January 31, 9 - 3:30
- May 2, 9 - 3:30
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In 2021, the Commonwealth launched the "Get Skilled, Get a Job, Give Back," or G3 initiative, offering tuition-free community college to qualified Virginians who want to prepare for high-demand careers. G3 funds provide scholarships for tuition, fees and books for low-to-middle income families. Contact us to learn more.