• HVAC/R Career Track Program


    This program prepares the individual to apply technical knowledge and skills to install, operate, maintain, and repair heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems.

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  • Accelerated Education Courses


    Whether you need education hours to qualify for your trade exam, continue your education hours to renew your license, or want to sharpen your knowledge base, Virginia Technical Academy has courses for the experienced technician.

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  • Career Services Support


    Professional and networking support for students and graduates. Secure your next position in the trades with help from VTA!

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  • GI Bill®️ Funding Accepted


    VTA has graduated 19 veterans using GI Bill® funding over the past year. The GI Bill® can help cover tuition as well as housing needs for United States veterans and their dependents. Learn more about how the GI Bill® could help you on your trade school journey.

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HVAC

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Plumbing

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Appliance Repair

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BUILDING/PROPERTY Maintenance

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Of Trades Jobs Unfilled in Hampton Roads

2020-2026

The Virginia Department of Labor Industries predicts the average unfilled demand for skilled tradesmen in Hampton Roads to be 35-40% from 2020 through 2026. We will soon find a significant shortage of qualified technicians.
Accelerated Education

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Certificate Courses

These 1-2 day courses are designed to provide the foundational knowledge and training students need to prepare for their certification tests.
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Certification Testing

We provide exam proctoring services for industry-recognized certification tests.
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Virginia Technical Academy was founded on the principle that every community needs a skilled and well-educated workforce. Our goal is to provide an environment that will exceed the educational requirements and needs of both future tradespeople and their employers. We are dedicated to keeping our trades strong through education, validation, and professional networking. We offer fully accredited courses in:


What Our Students Say

Lisa Watson

I began this apprentice program in late May.  Because of the COVID crisis, I started with the online program.  I found that being able to learn at my own pace was extremely helpful during the summer months because I have 3 kids and we were all staying home.  Once the school was able to open, I did come in to get some of my hands-on instruction and practicals done.  I immediately found that in person learning makes a huge difference in my understanding of the lessons.  I was able to ask questions and get clarification on the material in real time.  Although I had already completed levels 1 & 2 through the online instruction, I decided it would benefit me to sit in class & receive actual instruction.  It absolutely has!  Where before I had a somewhat understanding of the material, now having been in the class, I can say with confidence that I get it.  And as I am training to be an electrician, getting and understanding the material is extremely important.

Lisa Watson



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