Training & Workforce
Our Commitment to Workforce
By training students of all ages to enter high-demand fields, Brightpoint is a major contributor to our local economy.
- In fiscal year 2021-22, Brightpoint contributed more than $326 million in income to the community.
- More than 95 percent of Brightpoint’s students remain in Virginia after they complete their education, with about 80 percent staying in the college's service region after attending the college.
- For every $1.00 invested in Brightpoint Community College in 2021-22, state and local taxpayers will receive a cumulative value of $3.50 and students will gain $7.90 in added income.
Training for High-Demand Career Fields
Through Brightpoint and, our workforce development division, Community College Workforce Alliance, our many career training programs allow students to enter the workforce in two years or less with the skills that employers need.
Credits2Careers
We know learning doesn't always take place in the classroom, and your military or work experience could lead to college credit. Inside the Credits2Careers portal, you can enter information about your passion areas, aspirations and geographic preferences that will help guide you toward a career path.
Good for Business
At Brightpoint, we focus on student success and equip our graduates with workforce-ready skills. To do that, we partner with a variety of companies – from Fortune 500s to small business innovators.
Our collaborations range from customizable courses that broaden employee skill sets to industry advisory boards that ensure our academic and workforce programs deliver the quality employees you need.
My college experience opened doors for me at work. Now, they look to me as an asset.
Winter Break: December 24, 2025 – January 2, 2026
The college will be on Winter Break, from Wednesday, December 24, 2025 through Friday, January 2, 2026. During Winter Break, the campuses will be closed, and there will be no on-campus classes or services. Some remote services will be available. Information on these services and how to connect to them are outlined in our news section. Registration for Spring 2026 classes will continue online during Winter Break. Current students may sign up and pay for their classes through their SIS account in myBrightpoint. Our campuses will reopen on January 5, 2026.