9 Colleges

400+ Programs

700+ Corporate Partners

West Virginia needs a skilled workforce.

West Virginia’s Community and Technical Colleges work with industry leaders to create training programs that greatly increase your chances of landing a good-paying job right here at home!

Meaningful Careers Start with Your Local Community and Technical College!

Each year, more than 20,000 students change the paths of their lives forever by pursuing a certificate, associate degree, or bachelor’s degree from one of West Virginia’s public Community and Technical Colleges!  Whether you are a recent high school graduate looking for an affordable path to a college credential, or an experienced worker looking to enhance your skills or pursue a different career path, a community and technical college education will help you achieve that goal – and we can help you pay for it.

West Virginia’s Community and Technical Colleges (CTCs) empower students to get a quality education without breaking the bank. Plus, thanks to partnerships between our colleges and businesses throughout the state, rewarding, high-paying and in-demand job opportunities will be waiting for you when you graduate.

Start your journey today toward a rewarding career by contacting your local Community and Technical College!

Choose Your Path

NO TUITION?  NO KIDDING!  You may be eligible to go to Community College completely tuition-free with the West Virginia Invests Grant!

Train for an
Exciting Career

Get the hands-on work experiences and education that lead to high-income, in-demand careers. Our programs are taught by experienced faculty and industry professionals who guide students from the classroom into the workplace, ensuring that our graduates leave college with the skills employers demand, and the job opportunities our graduates deserve.

Financial Aid
Including FREE Tuition

In-Demand, High-Paying Careers!
Build and Strengthen Your Employee Pipeline!

Train
Your Workforce

Elevate your business’s performance and productivity through strategic partnerships with your local Community and Technical College!  In today’s fast-paced business environment, having a well-trained workforce is crucial for maintaining a competitive advantage. West Virginia’s Community and Technical Colleges are at the forefront of this effort, offering a wide array of training programs ranging from tailor-made skill development courses to comprehensive programs culminating in certificates and degrees in high-demand industry sectors.

Our continuing education programs, apprenticeship opportunities, and on-the-job training initiatives are designed to ensure that graduates are workforce-ready, equipped with the skills and practical experience that today’s employers value most. Moreover, we can develop customized training programs to meet the unique requirements of specific employers or industries, ensuring a perfect alignment between what students are learning and your business needs.

Our innovative Learn & Earn Program presents a unique opportunity for employers. By partnering with a local Community and Technical College, businesses can offer paid internships to students pursuing a certificate or associate degree. An added advantage of this program is that we cover half of the student intern’s wages while they are enrolled in college. This initiative not only supports students in their educational journey but also provides employers with access to a pool of eager, skilled, and educated future employees.  Join us in shaping the workforce of tomorrow and driving the success of your business today!

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Our Colleges

Nine community and technical colleges located across the Mountain State represent the West Virginia Community and Technical College System. No matter where you live in our state, a high-quality, hands-on education is close to home.

Blue Ridge Community & Technical College

BridgeValley Community & Technical College

Eastern West Virginia Community & Technical College

Mountwest Community & Technical College

New River Community & Technical College

Pierpont Community & Technical College

Southern West Virginia Community & Technical College

West Virginia Northern Community College

WVUP Students

West Virginia University at Parkersburg

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Program of Study

Learn more about the many programs available through our 9 colleges and 20 satellite campuses across the state. No matter where you live in West Virginia, a quality, affordable education is close to home!  Download our Programs of Study Guide, explore our interactive degree inventory using the button below, or visit your local CTC’s website to explore programs in these fields, and many more:

  • Healthcare Technology
  • Business
  • Hospitality
  • Legal
  • Education
  • Energy
  • Manufacturing
  • Information Technology

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