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Special interest and non-credit courses

The Division of Workforce Solutions and Community Education (WSCE) recognizes that not everyone who seeks additional training or education is interested in obtaining a diploma or degree. To that end, Mountain Gateway Community College (MGCC) offers a wide variety of special interest and non-credit courses that are designed for personal enrichment, learning a new skill or just plain fun.

Chuck Almarez, local master photographer, teaches beginning and advanced classes in photography.
Chuck Almarez, local master photographer, teaches beginning and advanced classes in photography.

Classes are typically held either on the main campus in Clifton Forge; the Rockbridge Regional Center in Buena Vista; and in Botetourt County in three locations: the Greenfield Education and Training Center in Daleville, the Botetourt Technical Education Center in Fincastle, and the Eagle Rock Library. In Bath County: Bath County High School.

Some of our special interest and non-credit courses may include:

  • Motorcycle Rider Safety Courses
  • Commercial Driver’s License Program
  • Photography
  • Master gardening
  • Fine arts appreciation
  • Web design

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This initiative is 100% supported by a federal U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) award made to Dabney S. Lancaster Community College by the pass-through entity, Virginia Community College System. The total program cost for this initiative is $47,000.