Virginia Technical Academy

08/21/2026

This could be YOU! 🔧👷

At Virginia Technical Academy, you don’t just sit in a classroom—you get real hands-on experience working with the tools, equipment, and skills used in the field.

Now enrolling for:

🔧 HVAC
⚡ Electrical
🚰 Plumbing
🏢 Building & Property Maintenance

☀️ Day Classes Available
🌙 Night Classes Available

📅 There’s still time to enroll!

Get the training. Get the hands-on experience. Get ready for the field.

📞 Call: 757-586-5322
📧 Email: [email protected]
📍 Virginia Technical Academy – Newport News, VA

08/17/2026

📢 FREE HVAC TRAINING – CONTRACTORS, JOIN US!

Virginia Technical Academy is hosting a FREE Airflow Training presented by Garret Plummer with ATCO Flexible Duct.

📅 Tuesday, September 30, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM
📍 Virginia Technical Academy
809 Omni Blvd., Newport News, VA 23606

Learn the basics of airflow and proper duct sizing, including:
💨 Volume (CFM)
💨 Velocity (FPM)
💨 Static Pressure
💨 Friction
💨 How airflow and duct sizing relate to BTUs

🎁 BONUS: Everyone who RSVPs will receive a FREE Ductulator!

📌 RSVP by September 25, 2026
📧 [email protected]
📞 757-586-5322

This training is FREE, but registration is required.

Contractors, technicians, and industry professionals — come learn, connect, and help strengthen our local HVAC industry!

08/13/2026

Contractors & Industry Professionals — We Want Your Voice!

I’m helping spread the word about the VTA Contractor Co-Op Committee, and I would love for my Facebook friends and followers to help us connect with contractors in our community.

If you are a contractor or work in HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Building Maintenance, or another skilled trade, we would love to have you join the conversation.

📅 Tuesday, August 25, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
📍 Virginia Technical Academy
809 Omni Blvd., Newport News, VA 23606

We want to hear directly from contractors about workforce needs, hands-on skills, training expectations, apprenticeship and in-house training opportunities, and what we can do to better prepare individuals for the workforce.

There is no cost to participate.

💻 Can’t attend in person? You can join virtually! Email me at [email protected], and I will send you a Microsoft Teams invitation.

Please share this post and flyer with contractors or industry professionals you know who may want to be involved.

Your Voice. Our Future.

08/05/2026

Virginia Technical Academy is launching a Contractor Co-Op Committee to bring together employers who want to strengthen the skilled trades workforce.

If you hire electricians, HVAC technicians, plumbers, building maintenance technicians, appliance repair technicians, construction professionals, or other skilled trades employees, we want your input.

Why Join?
✔ Help shape training programs
✔ Connect with future employees
✔ Share industry trends and workforce needs
✔ Attend in person or virtually
✔ Network with other industry professionals

There is no cost to participate. Your investment is simply your time, experience, and honest feedback to help prepare the next generation of skilled trades professionals.

Interested? Vote for the meeting date that works best for you:
https://doodle.com/group-poll/participate/eZGkQv8a

📣 Know a contractor who would be a great addition? Please share this opportunity with them! We welcome contractors from HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Building Maintenance, Appliance Repair, Construction, and other skilled trades to join the conversation.

Questions? Contact VTA at (757) 586-5322.

Together, we can build a stronger skilled trades workforce.

Send a message to learn more

07/20/2026

🎓 The future of the skilled trades is bright!

Congratulations to the newest graduates of Virginia Technical Academy! Through hands-on training, dedication, and perseverance, these students have earned their certificates and are ready to take the next step in their careers.

We wish each graduate continued success as they enter the workforce and make a difference in their communities.

Congratulations, Class of 2026! 💙

07/20/2026

🔧 Ready for a New Career? Your Future Starts Here! 🔧

At Virginia Technical Academy, we provide hands-on training to prepare students for rewarding careers in the skilled trades.

We offer training in:
✅ HVAC
✅ Electrical
✅ Plumbing
✅ Building Maintenance

Financial assistance may be available for eligible students through a variety of programs, including workforce funding, scholarships, employer sponsorships, and VA Education Benefits for eligible veterans and qualified dependents. Our admissions team can help you determine which options you may qualify for.

Why choose VTA?
✔️ Hands-on training—no simulations
✔️ Experienced instructors
✔️ Day & Night Classes
✔️ Career-focused education
✔️ Employer connections

📍 Virginia Technical Academy
809 Omni Blvd.
Newport News, VA 23606

📞 757-586-5322
📧 [email protected]

📩 Message us today to schedule a tour and learn about your training and funding options!

Learn. Apply. Thrive.

07/18/2026

🎓 Today is Graduation Day at Virginia Technical Academy! 🎉

Today at 2:00 PM, we celebrate the hard work, dedication, and accomplishments of our graduates at the Newport News Marriott at City Center.

We are incredibly proud of each and every student who has worked tirelessly to reach this milestone. Your commitment to learning the skilled trades has prepared you for exciting careers, and we can't wait to see all that you accomplish.

Congratulations to the Class of 2026! Today, we celebrate you and your bright future.

📍 Newport News Marriott at City Center
🕑 2:00 PM

Send a message to learn more

07/07/2026

Reading from Our Partner, AME

We're excited to share an article recently featured by our partner, the Association for Manufacturing Excellence (AME):

"The Joy of Making Things: America's Manufacturing Renaissance."

The article explores the importance of skilled trades, workforce development, and the growing opportunities in American manufacturing. Whether you're a student, employer, or industry professional, it's an inspiring look at the future of manufacturing and why investing in skilled workers matters.

Read the article here:
https://amac.us/newsline/economy/the-joy-of-making-things-americas-manufacturing-renaissance/

We hope you enjoy the read!

America's manufacturing renaissance is creating skilled jobs, rebuilding industry, and inspiring a new generation of builders.

07/02/2026

Happy Fourth of July from all of us at Virginia Technical Academy!

We wish everyone a safe, happy, and memorable Independence Day. Enjoy the holiday, celebrate with those you love, and thank you to all who have served our country.