Fast Track to Semiconductor Careers
Transform Your Career in Just 10 Weeks
Developing a Robust, Adaptive, and Scalable Workforce Pipeline
The Fast Track program allows students throughout Virginia to obtain advanced training in high-need, industry-driven career fields without the need for major relocation. Students will likely be able to find internship, training, and employment opportunities after completing the course in one of the major semiconductor industries in Northern Virginia. Our intensive 10-week programs combine cutting-edge online learning with hands-on experience in real fabrication labs across Virginia's top universities.
Program Highlights:
- Job-Ready Skills in 10 weeks
- Hands-On Training with industry-standard equipment
- Guaranteed Recruiter Meetings with partner companies (Micron, Northrop Grumman)
- Tuition: $5,000 per certificate
- Average Salary $75K+ post-graduation
- Special Discounts available (Military: $600, Students/Teachers: 60% off)
How it Works
Lectures will be online in an asynchronous learning environment and hands-on training will utilize VAST’s network of research facilities and labs in Northern Virginia (Virginia Tech and George Mason University), Charlottesville (University of Virginia), Norfolk (Norfolk State University and Old Dominion), Richmond (Virginia Commonwealth University), and Blacksburg (Virginia Tech) regions.
Program Overview Section
Three Pathways to Semiconductor Success
Choose the certification track that aligns with your career goals. Both programs provide the technical skills and industry connections needed to excel in Virginia's growing semiconductor sector.
Program Structure:
- Duration: 10 weeks per certificate
- Time Commitment: ~10 hours per week (100 total hours)
- Format: Hybrid - online lectures + in-person lab sessions
- Locations: 7 university sites across Virginia
- Class Size: Small cohorts for personalized attention
- Schedule: Flexible evening and weekend options available
Program Features & Benefits Section
Why FTSC Graduates Excel in the Industry
REAL-WORLD TRAINING Learn on the same equipment used by major semiconductor manufacturers. Our labs feature industry-standard tools worth millions of dollars.
EXPERT INSTRUCTION Learn from VAST's embedded engineers and university faculty who bring years of industry experience to the classroom.
INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS Direct pathways to employment with our partner companies including Micron, Northrop Grumman, and growing network of semiconductor employers.
STATEWIDE ACCESS Train at the location most convenient for you across Virginia's university network, from Northern Virginia to Hampton Roads.
AFFORDABLE TRAINING Multiple funding options available including WIOA workforce funding. Special discount rates available for military-connected individuals ($500) and students/teachers (50% off).
FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING Designed for working adults with evening and weekend options that fit your current commitments.
Choose your track below for more information:
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