Enhance Your Skills & Increase Your Employability
Virginia Wesleyan University Global Campus offers comprehensive non-degree continuing education courses designed to provide advanced skill sets valued by employers. VWU Global Campus—in partnership with the Virginia Beach Department of Economic Development—is offering the following professional development workshops at no cost to you.
Interested in taking an online no-cost course? See what self-paced professional development courses we offer online.
If you've completed a previous workshop and would like to enroll in another, please email ceinfo@vwu.edu
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IT Certification Prep Workshop
July 14 - September 3 2025
Mondays/Wednesday 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Virginia Wesleyan University
5817 Wesleyan Drive, Virginia Beach
Clarke Hall, Room 125 (campus map)
This workshop is the prerequisite for the CompTIA Certification workshops. Students will learn and review basic computer concepts and terminology to prepare them for the CompTIA A+ and Security workshops. The prep workshop is designed for those students seeking to enroll in the A+, Network+, Security+ workshops.
Completion of this workshop earns a microcredential and electronic badge from VWU.
CompTIA A+ Core 1
July 15 - September 4, 2025
Tuesdays/Thursdays 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Virginia Wesleyan University
5817 Wesleyan Drive, Virginia Beach
TBD (campus map)
Prepare for success with the CompTIA A+ Core 1 workshop. Unlock the gateway to a thriving IT career with this comprehensive workshop designed to equip participants for the CompTIA A+ exam. Delve into essential concepts, practical skills, and invaluable insights necessary to excel in information technology. Join us to embark on a journey towards professional growth in the digital age.
Completion of this workshop earns a microcredential and electronic badge from VWU.
Notes: The CompTIA A+ Core Series requires candidates to pass two exams: Core 1 (220-1101) and Core 2.
Preferred prerequisites: IT Certification Prep or CompTIA A+ Core 1 workshops, or relevant IT Experience
Cost: Participants are responsible for course material costs.
CompTIA Cloud+ Workshop
July 14 - September 3, 2024
Monday/Wednesday from 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Virginia Wesleyan University
5817 Wesleyan Drive, Virginia Beach
Clarke Hall, Room 125 (campus map)
Learn how to analyze the different cloud models to design the best solution to support business requirements; manage and maintain servers, including OS configurations, access control and virtualization. Participants will also learn to analyze system requirements to successfully execute workload migrations to the cloud. This workshop will wrap up with operations and support, and troubleshooting.
Cost: Participants are responsible for course material costs.
CompTIA Security+
July 15 - September 4, 2025
Tuesdays/Thursdays 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Virginia Wesleyan University
5817 Wesleyan Drive, Virginia Beach
Allen Village, Social Science Lab 107 (campus map)
CompTIA Security+ is the first security certification a candidate should earn. It establishes the core knowledge required of any cybersecurity role and provides a springboard to intermediate-level cybersecurity jobs.
Completion of this workshop earns a microcredential and electronic badge from VWU.
Cost: Participants are responsible for course material costs.
CompTIA Data+ Certification Workshop
July 15 - September 4, 2024
Tuesdays/Thursday 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Virginia Wesleyan University
5817 Wesleyan Drive, Virginia Beach
Clarke Hall, Room 215 (campus map)
Thinking about a career shift but worried "data" means complicated math? You're not alone — and that's exactly why CompTIA Data+ was created. This certification is designed for professionals from all backgrounds who want to turn everyday information into clear, confident business decisions. Whether you're changing careers, returning to the workforce, or upskilling in your current role, Data+ gives you the tools to ask the right questions, find answers in the numbers, and confidently communicate what it all means.
Cost: Participants are responsible for course material costs.
Project Management Plus PMP
July 15 - September 4, 2025
Tuesdays/Thursday 6:00-8:00 p.m.
The HIVE
140 Independence Blvd., Virginia Beach
The Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is globally recognized and offered by the Project Management Institute (PMI). To qualify for the PMP exam, candidates must meet specific educational and experience requirements. This course provides the 35 credit hours needed to sit for the PMP exam.
Completion of this workshop earns a microcredential and electronic badge from VWU.
Cost: Participants are responsible for the $217.00 course material before the start of the workshop.
Entrepreneurship
July 14 to September 3, 2025
Monday/Wednesday from 6:00-8:00 p.m.
The HIVE
140 Independence Blvd., Virginia Beach
Embark on the entrepreneurial journey, exploring idea generation, business plan creation, and the startup process. Uncover the essentials of launching a small business, from recognizing opportunities to securing funding for your venture. Elevate your entrepreneurial skills with this comprehensive workshop.
Completion of this workshop earns a microcredential and electronic badge from VWU.
Public Speaking 2: Keynote Speaking & Business Development
July 14 - September 3, 2025
Monday/Wednesday from 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Virginia Wesleyan University
5817 Wesleyan Drive, Virginia Beach
VWU Greer 255 (campus map)
Advanced techniques for crafting keynote speeches and using public speaking to drive business growth and career advancement.
Completion of this workshop earns a microcredential and electronic badge from VWU.
Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel Associate
July 15 to September 4, 2025
Tuesdays/Thursday 6:00-9:00 p.m.
The HIVE
140 Independence Blvd., Virginia Beach
Begin your Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Excel certification! This course will cover creating and managing worksheets, workbooks and tables, applying formulas and functions, and creating and formatting charts. You'll be able to build functional and eye-catching spreadsheets for budgets, invoices, data tracking and many other applications. This course will prepare you to take the MOS Excel Associate examination, and give you the skills you need to take the MOS Excel Expert class.
Completion of this workshop earns a microcredential and electronic badge from VWU.