Mountain Gateway Community College Campuses

Mountain Gateway Community College's Clifton Forge Campus offers a wide array of programs designed to meet the educational needs of the local community in Alleghany County and surrounding areas. As part of the Virginia Community College System, the campus focuses on accessible, affordable education that prepares students for careers, transfer to four-year institutions, or personal enrichment.

• Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS) in General Studies: This program provides a strong foundation in liberal arts, including courses in English composition, mathematics, history, psychology, and natural sciences. Students can customize their studies to align with transfer requirements for bachelor's degrees at universities across Virginia and beyond.
• Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Nursing: A rigorous program that combines classroom instruction with clinical experience in local healthcare facilities. Core courses cover anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, nursing fundamentals, and patient care techniques, preparing graduates for the NCLEX-RN exam and entry-level nursing positions.
• AAS in Administrative Support Technology: Focused on office administration skills, this degree includes training in computer applications, business communication, accounting principles, and records management. Students learn Microsoft Office Suite proficiency and soft skills for professional environments.
• Certificate in Welding Technology: Hands-on training in shielded metal arc welding, gas metal arc welding, and blueprint reading. The program emphasizes safety protocols and fabrication techniques, leading to certifications from the American Welding Society.
• AAS in Human Services: Courses explore social work principles, counseling techniques, case management, and ethics in human services. This program equips students to work with diverse populations in community agencies, rehabilitation centers, or social welfare organizations.
• Industrial Maintenance Certificate: Covers electrical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical troubleshooting. Designed for those entering manufacturing or maintenance roles, with practical lab work simulating industrial settings.
• Developmental Studies: Non-credit courses in math, reading, and English to build foundational skills for degree-seeking students. These are offered flexibly to support academic success.
• Workforce Training: Customized short-term programs in areas like cybersecurity basics, HVAC systems, and entrepreneurship. These non-degree options provide quick skill upgrades for employed adults.

The campus also offers continuing education classes in topics such as personal finance, computer literacy, and health and wellness, ensuring lifelong learning opportunities. With small class sizes and dedicated faculty, students receive personalized attention. Transfer agreements with institutions like Virginia Tech and James Madison University facilitate seamless progression. Overall, the curriculum balances theoretical knowledge with practical application, fostering critical thinking and professional readiness in a supportive environment. This comprehensive approach has helped thousands of students achieve their goals since the college's founding in 1976.