Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) has launched NOVAnext, a $1 million initiative to help recently unemployed federal workers and contractors transition into new careers.
Approved participants can enroll in one of 14 courses for free, covering IT certifications, program management, HR, entrepreneurship, and a new Generative AI class. NOVA also offers resume-writing and job search workshops.
Eligible individuals must have been laid off after Feb. 1, 2025, reside in the NOVA service area, and apply through Virginia Career Works.