Piedmont Community College (PCC) has many short-term courses that offer certification and the possibility for a career change or advancement. The following courses begin in the month of February that could position someone with the opportunity to obtain new employment. For more information on specific areas visit www.piedmontcc.edu/programs.
COMPUTERS & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Google IT Support Professional CertificationTrain 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 with scholarship funding available
- February 10 – August 3
- Online
- Available in English and Spanish
- Contact benjamin.foti@piedmontcc.edu
ADVANCED MANUFACTURING & CONSTRUCTION
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.
- $181 registration fee + $83.57 for the textbook with scholarship funding available
- February 1 – April 19, Tuesdays, 5:30 – 9:30 p.m.
- Person County Campus – Hybrid
- Contact diana.mcginty@piedmontcc.edu
HEALTH CARE
EMT Online (Continuing Education): Evidence Based Guidelines
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.
- February 1–28
- Online
- Contact heather.franklin@piedmontcc.edu
Train to assist in quality pharmacy operational procedures. Graduates are eligible to sit for a national certification exam and have the option to submit an application ($189) to participate in Work-Based Learning Internship program with national affiliation partners like CVS and Walgreens, or local pharmacy operations.
- $180 registration fee
- February 2 – April 13, Monday/Wednesday, 7 – 10 p.m.
- Online
- Contact lori.watlington@piedmontcc.edu
Prepare to become a certified EKG Technician (CET) for less than $500 (that includes the national exam fee!). This program will prepare students for the Certified EKG Technician (CET) Exam through the National Healthcare Association (NHA). Students will learn the anatomy and physiology of the heart, including the electrical conduction system and how it affects heart function.
- $198 registration fee + textbook, online study materials, and National board exam fees with scholarship funding available
- February 1 – April 20, Tuesday – Thursday, 5:30–8:15 p.m.
- Caswell County Campus
- Contact lori.watlington@piedmontcc.edu
Medical Administrative Assistant with EHR (Career Step)
Approved by the National Healthcareer Association, Career Step’s curriculum includes training on Microsoft Office software and prepares you to pass the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) exam. With Career Step’s affordable tuition, you get a quality online education with one-on-one support from dedicated instructors and graduate support advisors.
- $180 registration fee + cost of NHA Board Exam
- February 24 – July 20
- Online
- Contact lori.watlington@piedmontcc.edu
PUBLIC SAFETY & HUMAN SERVICES:
Basic Gun Maintenance
Does your firearm need to be cleaned but you don’t know how to take it apart and clean it properly? Taught by a classically trained Gunsmith, Basic Gun Maintenance teaches you how to completely disassemble, clean, and reassemble those treasured firearms. At PCC, we value safety – bring your guns, never any bullets.
CAREER ADVANCEMENT & PERSONAL ENRICHMENT:
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 with scholarship funds available!
- February 28 – March 25, Monday – Thursday, 7 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
- Truck Driver Training Lot in Roxboro
- Contact diana.mcginty@piedmontcc.edu
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.
- $70 registration fee
- February 7-9, Monday & Wednesday, 5:30-9:30 p.m.
- Person County Campus
- Contact benjamin.foti@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.
- $99 registration fee
- February 19, Saturday, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
- Person County Campus
- Contact: benjamin.foti@piedmontcc.edu
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?
- Starting at $70
- Online
- Visit www.piedmontcc.edu/ed2go/ for the full catalog of courses
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 diana.mcginty@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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