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NOVA: Adult Career Pathways
Northern Virginia Community College's (NOVA’s) Adult Career Pathways program is for unemployed or underemployed workers, low‐wage workers,
work‐eligible immigrants comfortable with reading and writing English, and young career starters
with a high school degree or GED. The program connects participants with NOVA career
counselors who assist them in developing an education or training plan to earn
a certification or credential that may help them qualify for and secure a better job with a path
toward advancement and greater economic security.
ACP Career Counselors help participants:
- Assess their skills and experience;
- Identify career goals and pathways to achieve them;
- Develop an individual plan of education, training, or other program(s);
- Learn about programs and opportunities available through NOVA; and
- Navigate the procedures necessary to attend NOVA classes and apply for financial assistance.
What is unique about this program?
- Students receive personalized assistance from a NOVA Career Counselor to help achieve their career goals.
- Counselors continue to assist students pursuing their career plan for up to three years.
- Participants can access their counselor via phone, email or in-person at
community locations, as well as on NOVA campuses.