The Franklin Center

The Franklin Center for Advanced Learning & Enterprise is managed by the Franklin County Workforce Development Consortium—a partnership offering employment, training, and educational services to employers and citizens of Franklin County. The Consortium consists of thirteen partners representing local governments, educational institutions, and community-based agencies committed to making our community stronger and more competitive in a global marketplace.

Four-Year Colleges

Ferrum College, a private four-year liberal arts college is located in the county, offering majors in 30 fields of study.

Community Colleges

Franklin County is served by Virginia Western Community College in Roanoke and Patrick Henry Community College in Martinsville, which offer training opportunities for many types of industries.

Patrick Henry Community College currently is the only community college in Virginia with a Computer-Integrated Manufacturing Laboratory. The CIM Lab offers training in the latest manufacturing systems and engineering solutions.

Nearby Colleges and Universities

Source: State Council for Higher Education in Virginia