Mission Statement

The following statement was adopted by the College Board on May 4, 2011:

Piedmont Virginia Community College offers accessible, affordable, high-quality educational programs that promote student success and community vitality. Our mission is achieved through:

• Transfer programs that prepare students for admission to four-year colleges and universities and successful pursuit of a baccalaureate degree.
• Workforce programs that prepare students for employment or promotion in a career and promote a skilled regional workforce by meeting the training and educational needs of employers.
• Rigorous coursework and a full range of academic and student support services that assist students in achieving their educational and career goals.
• Developmental studies courses that prepare students for college transfer and career and technical programs.
• Community service that promotes community involvement, educational access, and opportunities for residents of the region.