Piedmont Community College (PCC) offers many short-term courses throughout its semesters. These courses vary from programs to start a new career, to earn certification to boost a current career, or free programs to make sure job searchers are on the right track. For more information on specific areas visit www.piedmontcc.edu/programs.

COMPTERS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY:

Google IT Support Professional Certification

Train for one of the fastest-growing fields in the United States. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the national median salary for this employment is over $52,000! The Google IT Support Professional Certificate is a program from Grow with Google, an initiative to help everyone have access to the best of Google’s training and tools to grow their skills, careers, and businesses. The course uses a dynamic mix of video lectures, quizzes, and hands-on labs and widgets. Along the way, participants will hear from Google employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives who started their careers in IT support.

  • $180 registration fee (scholarship funding available)
  • February 9 – September 7
  • Online
  • Available in English and Spanish
  • Contact   melissa.robbins@piedmontcc.edu

Income Maintenance Caseworker – NC Fast

This course is designed to cover a variety of skills associated with the Income Maintenance Caseworker role to determine service eligibility. Specific focus will include proficiency in the utilization of the NC FAST application. Other topics will include skills in communication, interviewing, time management, data gathering/compiling, and data analysis.

ADVANCED MANUFACTURING & CONSTRUCTION:

BioWork Process Technician

Process technicians are involved in the making of products such as antibiotics, bleach, cosmetics, deodorant, detergents, paint, plastics, Post-It notes, shampoo, soft drinks, and wine. Class graduates are able to sit for the process technician certification exam. 

  • $180 registration fee (scholarship funding available)
  • February 7 – April 25, Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
  • Hybrid, Person County Campus
  • Contact   jonathan.willis@piedmontcc.edu

HEALTHCARE:

Medical Administrative Assistant

Prepare to pass the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) exam with this quality online education that offers one-on-one support from dedicated instructors

Medication Aide for Licensed Personnel

This program will prepare you for the North Carolina competency exam that enables them to administer medications in skilled nursing homes (long-term care facilities).

  • $70 registration fee (scholarship funding available)
  • February 20–28, Monday – Thursday, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
  • Caswell County Campus
  • Contact   lori.watlington@piedmontcc.edu

EMT Online (Continuing Education)

The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) online Con Ed program is designed to continue emergency medical training at a basic level.  Courses can be used to maintain First Responder, EMR, and EMT certifications.  These courses will also be available at your local fire department/ rescue squad.

CAREER ADVANCEMENT & PERSONAL ENRICHMENT:

NC Vehicle Safety Inspections

This course is required for certification or re-certification to inspect motor vehicles under the N.C. Motor Vehicles Safety Inspection Law. Students must have a valid N.C. driver’s license and work at an approved Vehicle Inspections Station or be in the process of establishing a station that meets NC DMV approval.   

Notary Public Education – offered monthly

The Notary Public course covers information for you to be able to apply for North Carolina Notary Public commissions. Participants must be at least 18 years of age, possess a high school diploma or equivalent, and speak and write English.

Concealed Carry/Handgun Safety

Ready to get a concealed carry permit? This class is required prior to applying for you permit through their local sheriff’s department.

Basics of 3D Printing

3D printing is the action or process of making a physical object from a three-dimensional digital model, typically by laying down many thin layers of a material in succession.  This 24-hour course will engage students to learn the basic knowledge and skills to operate and maintain any brand of 3D printer.  Students practice operations and print jobs on various brands. 3D printing is important in manufacturing, healthcare, construction, and other industries.

Truck Driver Training

Be on your way to a new career that currently offers abundant job openings locally and across the nation. Just think – only five-weeks to a new, good paying career!

  • $2,324.75 registration fee (scholarship funding available)
  • February 24 – March 31, Monday – Thursday, 7 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
    • Online; February 24 – March 10
    • Face-to-Face in Person County, Monday – Friday, 7 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.; March 13-31
  • Contact  jonathan.willis@piedmontcc.edu

Defensive Driving  – offered monthly

This National Safety Council’s Defensive Driving course allows qualified drivers the chance to earn a reduction on a traffic infraction upon completion.

Ed2Go

Online, 6-week classes with LIVE instructors offered monthly – that’s Ed2Go! Did we mention there’s over 100 courses available and they begin at only $70 per course?

FREE PROGRAMS:

Employability Lab

This open lab provides employability skills training for unemployed and underemployed adults. Receive career counseling to make appropriate decisions about careers preferences, assessment of current skill levels related to their career choice, and training in the skill area in which remediation is needed. A formal assessment will determine skill appropriateness and identify employment opportunities. 

  • Person County Campus, Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
  • Caswell County Campus, Monday/Thursday, 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
  • Contact melissa.robbins@piedmontcc.edu

Piedmont Community College Locations:

Person County Campus: 1715 College Drive, Roxboro

Caswell County Campus: 331 Piedmont Drive, Yanceyville

Business Development and Entrepreneurship Center: 105 North Main Street, Roxboro

Visit us online at  www.piedmontcc.edu  to view all program options.

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