Career Training Programs
Build job skills and earn industry credentials — at no cost to eligible adults.
What Is Career Training?
PRACEP offers short-term career training programs that help adults in our community gain the skills employers are looking for. We call them IET's (Integrated Education and Training classes). These programs are designed for adults who want to enter the workforce, change careers, or advance in their current job.
Training is offered at little or no cost to eligible adults through funding from the Adult Education and Family Literacy Act (AEFLA) and other workforce development grants.
Training Programs
Home Health Aide Class
Explore entry-level healthcare careers. Learn basic patient care, medical vocabulary, and workplace safety.
Paraprofessional Program
Learn to be a paraprofessional in the K-12 classroom setting. If you have an interest in the education field, this is the program for you.
Personal Care Aide Class
Personal Care Aide's have more hands on experience with care in a hospital or nursing home setting, with more specialized training on equiptment.
ServSafe Manager Certification
Get your ServSafe Manager card — required for most restaurant and food service jobs in Virginia.
Workplace Readiness
Learn the soft skills every employer wants: communication, teamwork, time management, and professional behavior.
Basic Computer Skills
Get comfortable with computers, email, Microsoft Office, and online job applications — skills needed for almost every job today.
Who Can Enroll?
- Adults 18 and older (16–17 with special circumstances)
- Residents of Culpeper, Madison, Orange, Fauquier, or Rappahanock County
- No high school diploma or GED required to start
- Must complete a brief intake assessment
How to Get Started
Contact Us
Call or email PRACEP to ask about current training offerings and available seats.
Complete Intake
Fill out a short enrollment form and bring a valid photo ID to your first appointment.
Assessment
Take a brief skills assessment so we can place you in the right program.
Start Training
Attend classes at your scheduled location and earn your credential.
Ready to Start?
Contact PRACEP today to find out which training programs are currently enrolling.