Heavy Equipment Operator Level 1 (WCG)


ID : 33145    Section Number : 62FG

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PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO) program meets the growing demands for equipment operators. Topics include identification of heavy equipment, safe operations, basic operations, earth moving and grading, and counter-balance forklifts. Learn proper skills with simulators and equipment in the field. Upon successful completion of this course, students are eligible to sit for the Heavy Equipment Operator – Level 1 credential exam offered by the National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER).


Admissions Requirements:

  • Completion of Introduction to Construction with successful NCCER Certification
  • Must be at least 18 years of age by first day of class to register.
This is a FastForward Program: FastForward programs are short-term training courses for industry credentials in high-demand jobs. Funding may be available to offset the tuition cost for individuals who meet eligibility requirements. Funding is limited and therefore distributed on a first-come, first-come basis.

WCG Grant: Eligible Virginia residents may pay only one-third (1/3) of the full tuition cost. To qualify, you must meet the Virginia domicile requirements. Virginia "domicile" means you have lived in Virginia and intended to stay here indefinitely for at least one year before the date of application.

G3/FANTIC Initiatives: The G3 and FANTIC programs makes it possible for Virginians with low or modest income to pursue jobs in high-demand fields. Funding covers an additional 1/3 of the course tuition.

 

Program Pricing:

  • Regular/Full Price: $4500
  • FastForward Price: $1500
  • FastForward plus G3 Price: $0

Next Step:
To apply for financial assistance, follow this link to the FastForward Funding Application. Read the instructions, click Add to Cart and answer the questionnaires. After you complete the checkout process, you will receive an email with a secure document upload link and list of required documents to verify your application. Email sbayker@pvcc.edu with questions.

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Class Details

11 Session(s)
Weekly - Sat

Location
PVCC Main Bldg.

Instructor
Willie Smith 

CEUs : 8.8

Tuition:  $4,500.00


Registration Closes On
Saturday, September 12, 2026 @ 12:00 AM

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Schedule Information

Date(s) Class Days Times Location Instructor(s)
9/12/2026 - 11/21/2026 Weekly - Sat 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM Charlottesvle, PVCC Main Bldg.  Map, Room: M828 Willie Smith