2.2-2671 - Regional workforce training centers. - Virginia Statutes

§ 2.2-2671. Regional workforce training centers.

A. Regional workforce training centers shall be established at institutionswithin the Virginia Community College System in the Peninsula, Southside,Central Virginia, and Western Tidewater regions to assist the Council in (i)coordinating specific high-skill training, (ii) developing industry standardsand related curricula, and (iii) providing skills assessments.

B. The Virginia Community College System shall evaluate other regionalworkforce center locations and recommend to the Council their establishmentas such needs are identified. The Virginia Community College System shallsupport regional workforce training centers created by the RegionalCompetitiveness Act (§ 15.2-1306 et seq.) in which community collegesparticipate.

C. Approved noncredit workforce training programs offered by communitycolleges may receive general fund support as provided in the appropriationact.

(1998, cc. 701, 899, §§ 9-329.1, 9-329.5; 1999, cc. 840, 855; 2001, c. 844.)