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Will I receive a confirmation letter?

The confirmation letter will be sent to you via e-mail promptly upon registration.

What time is class?

Your confirmation letter will state specific times for your class. Generally, classes run from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8:30 a.m. to noon on Friday. Please check your confirmation letter.

How do I know if PDC courses are cancelled due to inclement weather?

Because many students come from great distances to take our courses, the PDC makes every effort to run as scheduled.  If weather conditions are dangerous, we will post a recorded message advising of a delayed opening or cancellation on

703-631-6249 by 6:15 a.m.

Where do I park?

AFCEA has ample parking for course attendees in our lot.  Please do not park in any space that has a reserved sign.  The auditorium entrance is located on the right side of the building. The door will be open at 7:30 a.m. for check-in.

What should I wear?

The appropriate attire for attending PDC courses is business casual.

Are meals provided?

No meals are supplied by AFCEA.  Light snacks will be provided in the morning before class, mid-morning and mid-afternoon.  A local Restaurant Guide will be available.

How can I be contacted while I am in class?

Messages may be left at 703-631-6249.  PDC staff will transcribe and post messages outside the classroom.  In the event of emergency, staff will interrupt the class.

What if I need to cancel my class registration?

For full refund, we must be notified no later than 5:00 p.m. United States Eastern Standard Time seven days prior to the course start date.  Cancellations made with less than seven days' notice will be refunded 50% of the full course costs. There will be no reimbursements made for no-shows or for cancellations received once the course has begun.

How do I contact you?

When classes are in session, we can be reached from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. at the check-in desk at 703-631-6249.

Otherwise, our office phone numbers and emails are:

Registrar, Lauren Riley: 703-631-6137; Email
Director, Ann Beckham: 703-631-6135; Email
Executive Director, Fred Rainbow: 703-631-6141; Email