What Is A Non-Traditional Student? A non-traditional student is someone who attends higher education as an adult instead of attending soon after graduating from high school. Non-traditional students may have a family, be a single parent, work full time, or have previous education experience. Veterans are also considered non-traditional students and can qualify for additional financial … Read more
Meet Medical Office Administration Student Racheal Tackett! In 2006, long before enrolling with WVJC Online, Racheal Tackett attended a technical college in Charleston, South Carolina. She enjoyed her time there but knew her educational journey would not end there. Before deciding to attend WVJC, she worked in a manufacturing plant making hardwood flooring. Rachel chose … Read more
Hello, incoming WVJC students!!!! We are so excited for you to start your educational journey with us here at the WVJC family of schools! To help you on your path, we have made a list of five tips to help you in your classes and foster successful habits in your early days in school! … Read more
Starting the process of looking for colleges post-high school graduation can be a very exciting and important milestone in your child’s life. As a parent, you will play a vital role in guiding your child through this important decision. WVJC is here to give you some helpful tips to make the search for a college … Read more
Meet Information Technology Graduate Mark Hatten! Mark Hatten graduated in June of this year. Mark attended a few schools before enrolling at WVJC. He started at Marshall, not knowing really what he wanted to do. He was only there for a semester and transferred back home to attend Southern West Virginia Community College for the … Read more
Meet WVJC Faculty Member Cindi Settle! Cindi Settle graduated in 1992 from South Charleston High School in South Charleston, WV. She went on to pursue her bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Charleston with the goal of eventually obtaining her Ph.D. to open a clinical practice. She continued her education and received a … Read more
What Are SMART Career Goals and How To Create Them In today’s fast-paced work environment, it is crucial to have a clear understanding of where you want to go in your career. Setting SMART goals allows you to have clear, well-defined objectives that are realistic and structured. The acronym SMART stands for specific, measurable, achievable, … Read more
Meet Information Technology Student Ethan Stewart! WVJC’s Information Technology programs offer students like Ethan Stewart hands-on learning opportunities in a small classroom environment. In just 18 months, you can earn your degree and certifications* in Information technology. Flexible scheduling allows our students to work while attending classes. Watch as IT Student, Ethan Stewart, discusses his … Read more
It is no secret that employers require specific skills, certifications, and degrees when hiring for open positions. However, applicants and employees often forget that soft skills are just as important! Soft skills are a variety of skills that allow you to interact and work with others. They typically apply to all professions and are necessary … Read more
Are you someone who is looking for a healthcare training program? Are you looking for a program that provides valuable training through classroom development, hands-on training, and an externship while helping you prepare for industry-specific certification* exams? If you answered yes to any of these, then West Virginia Junior College may be for you! Continue … Read more
