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
IT Certification Prep Workshop
May 12 - July 2, 2025
Mondays/Wednesday 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Virginia Wesleyan University
5817 Wesleyan Drive, Virginia Beach
Allen Village, Social Science Lab 107 (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 2
May 13 - July 3, 2025
Tuesdays/Thursdays 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Virginia Wesleyan University
5817 Wesleyan Drive, Virginia Beach
Clarke Hall, Room 125 (campus map)
Prepare for success with the CompTIA A+ Core 1 workshop. This workshop prepares participants for the CompTIA A+ exam. CompTIA A+ is the industry standard for launching IT careers into today’s digital world. 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.
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 Security+
May 13 - July 3, 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 Network+
May 13 - July 3, 2025
Tuesdays/Thursdays 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Virginia Wesleyan University
5817 Wesleyan Drive, Virginia Beach
Clarke Hall, Room 215 (campus map)
Enhance Your Networking Expertise with CompTIA Network+! As the backbone of modern communication and technology, networking is essential for every IT professional. This workshop equips you with the skills to design, manage, and troubleshoot both wired and wireless networks, ensuring seamless connectivity and security. Gain experience in configuring network devices, understanding protocols, and implementing best practices. Elevate your ability to support organizational infrastructure and prepare for the CompTIA Network+ certification.
Completion of this workshop earns a microcredential and electronic badge from VWU.
Cost: Participants are responsible for course material costs.
Project Management Essentials with CAPM Prep
May 13 - July 10 (break June 1 - June 6)
Tuesdays/Thursday 6:00-8:00 p.m.
The HIVE
140 Independence Blvd., Virginia Beach
Equip yourself with crucial project management skills tailored for both project managers and support roles. Our course materials adhere to globally recognized project management standards. Focused on key concepts including time, cost, risk, and communication, participants will not only meet but exceed the educational prerequisites for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) certification by PMI®. These hours contribute to the 35 hours of required project management education/training for CAPM®
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.
Logistic supply chain management — Including tariffs and customs rules and regulations
May 12 - July 2, 2025
Monday/Wednesday from 6:00-8:00 p.m.
The HIVE
140 Independence Blvd., Virginia Beach
This workshop covers fundamental aspects of supply chain management, operations, logistics, and customer service. Participants will gain insights into transportation and logistics, shipment management, and handling export and import documents. Key topics include shipping processes, document management for international trade, and effective management of transportation costs.
Completion of this workshop earns a microcredential and electronic badge from VWU.
Public Speaking 1: Skill Mastery
May 12 - July 2, 2025
Monday/Wednesday from 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Virginia Wesleyan University
5817 Wesleyan Drive, Virginia Beach
VWU Greer 255 (campus map)
Focused on helping participants build confidence, overcome fear, and deliver effective presentations.
Completion of this workshop earns a microcredential and electronic badge from VWU.
Microsoft Office Specialist: Introduction to Excel
May 13 - July 3, 2025
Tuesdays/Thursday 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Virginia Wesleyan University
5817 Wesleyan Drive, Virginia Beach
VWU Greer 255 (campus map)
As a candidate for this certification, you demonstrate your ability to apply the main features of Excel. In this first session participants will learn to master creating and managing worksheets and workbooks and creating cells and ranges. This session will cover the skills measured for managing worksheets, workbooks, data cells, and ranges. The Microsoft Office Specialist certification demonstrates the skills needed to get the most out of Excel.
Completion of this workshop earns a microcredential and electronic badge from VWU.