Southside Virginia Community College (SVCC) is entering its 47th year in operation.

According to a press release, over the years, many students have excelled at SVCC, completed degrees, received work skills, transferred to four-year schools and been successful because of their experience at SVCC.”

“The tradition continues with 2017 fall classes beginning Aug. 21,” officials said.

“Now is the perfect time to register for classes at SVCC, complete information for financial aid, talk with a counselor and prepare for your college career.”

According to the release, SVCC offers many programs of study including accounting, administration of justice, administrative support technology, agribusiness, automotive technology, business, clerical studies, cosmetology, diesel technology, education, electricity, emergency medical services, general studies transfer degree, human services, industrial maintenance technology, information systems technology massage therapy, medical office assisting, medication aide, nurse aide, nursing, phlebotomy and power line worker training.

For more information, visit www.southside.edu or call (888) 220-SVCC (7822).