Continuing Education
Workforce Development
& Continuing Education
WPCC offers a variety of classes for professional training along with personal advancement and enjoyment both in seated classes and online through ed2go. These classes are designed to accommodate busy lifestyles and provide opportunities to quickly get skills or explore interests.
Upcoming courses are listed in our slideshow. Click or tap on a slide for a class description or to register.
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and exploration
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you want to learn
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Current Class Schedule
Here are the classes scheduled for the current month at WPCC. You can see future class offerings by clicking either the Next button to move to the next month or by choosing a month and date and hitting the Go button.
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Events in October 2017–September 2018
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- Turning Wide Rimmed Wood Bowls
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Turning Wide Rimmed Wood BowlsJ Building1001 Burkemont AvenueMorganton, NC 28655USAClass Date: 10/09/17 - 10/11/17, Monday, Wednesday
Cost: $56
Limited to 5 Students
Time: 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: WPCC Building J, Room J 20
Class Section Number: 53311In this lathe class, students will learn how to operate a wood lathe, demonstrate lathe and tool safety and tool selection. Students will use maple wood to create a variety of wood bowl shapes and sizes. Tools and wood provided. Beginner/All levels welcome. Food safe finishes will be discussed.
Instructor: Pam Dergins
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- Functional Hand Built Pottery
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Functional Hand Built PotteryRostan Building1001 Burkemont AvenueMorganton, NC 28655USAClass Date: 10/13/17 - 11/17/17, Fridays (No Class on 11/10)
Sessions: 6 weeks - 17.5 total hours
Cost: $100
Time: 12:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: WPCC Rostan Building, Rostan 1
Class Section Number: 52600Students will utilize hand building techniques such as slab, drape, and coil to create bowls, cups, and plates. Students will select from an assortment of clay and glazes and learn how to apply various decorative surface techniques such as stamping and slip. This class is open to all levels of ceramic students. Tools may be purchased in the WPCC bookstore. Upon completion, students will create a five place setting dinnerware set.
Instructor: Debra Zimmerman
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- Wood Turning a Custom Keepsake Box - 53312
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Wood Turning a Custom Keepsake Box - 53312J Building1001 Burkemont AvenueMorganton, NC 28655USADates: 10/23/17 & 10/25/17, Monday & Wednesday
Cost: $50
Time: 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
WPCC J Building, J 20
Class Section Number: 53312Instructor will demonstrate two methods of lids: turned and pivot or “sliding” lid. Students will focus on these wood lathe techniques to create a lidded keepsake box. Instructor will work with each student individually to create a unique design pattern. Upon completion, students will create 1 lidded form with a natural finish. All levels welcome.
Limited to 5 Students.
Instructor: Pam Dergins
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- Wood Turning Candlesticks - 53317
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Wood Turning Candlesticks - 53317J Building1001 Burkemont AvenueMorganton, NC 28655USADates: 11/6/2017 & 11/08/2017, Monday & Wednesday
Fee: $56.00
Times: 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Class Section Number: 53317
Location: J Building, Room J 20In this class, students will learn how to operate a wood lathe, cover safety issues and tool selection. Students will use maple wood to create a variety of candlesticks. All tools and materials provided. All levels welcome.
Limited to 5 Students.
Instructor: Pam Dergins
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- Ceramic Wall Art - All Levels
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Ceramic Wall Art - All LevelsRostan Building1001 Burkemont AvenueMorganton, NC 28655USAClass Date: 02/08/18 - 3/15/18, Thursdays
Sessions: 6 weeks - 21 total hours
Cost: $120
Time: 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: WPCC Rostan Building, Rostan 1
Class Section Number: 53650In this class, students will create ceramic wall décor. Utilizing hand building techniques such as coil and slab building, an emphasis will be placed on surface decoration. Students will select from an assortment of clay and glazes and learn how to apply various surface treatments. Upon completion, students will create tiles, wall pockets and much more. This class is open to all levels. Tools may be purchased in the WPCC bookstore.
Instructor: Debra Zimmerman
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- Glass Mosaic Art - All Levels
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Glass Mosaic Art - All LevelsRostan Building1001 Burkemont AvenueMorganton, NC 28655USAClass Date: 03/13/18 - 3/20/18, Tuesdays
Sessions: 2 weeks - 8 total hours
Cost: $55
Time: 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Location: WPCC Rostan Building, Rostan 1
Class Section Number: 53652In this class, students will create a 12" x 12” mosaic that may be used in the garden, displayed by front door or in home. During the first class, students will select or create a pattern, break glass, and glue pieces in place. The second class, student will grout mosaics and other finishing touches. Upon completion, students will have a unique piece of art. This class is open to all levels. Students must purchase a mosaic nipper available from hobby stores.
Instructor: Debra Zimmerman
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- Ceramic Totems - All Levels
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Ceramic Totems - All LevelsRostan Building1001 Burkemont AvenueMorganton, NC 28655USAClass Date: 04/12/18 - 5/10/18, Thursday
Sessions: 5 weeks - 17.5 total hours
Cost: $100
Time: 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: WPCC Rostan Building, Rostan 1
Class Section Number: 53651Spring is in the air and it is a perfect time to create themed garden art. In this class, students will create a ceramic totem to be displayed outside. Students will utilize coil and slab techniques, learn how to apply various surface treatments and select from an assortment of glazes. Upon completion, students will have an array of hollow ceramic shapes to be stacked on a metal pole, welcoming guests to personal home and garden. This class is open to all levels. Tools may be purchased in the WPCC bookstore.
Instructor: Debra Zimmerman
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Our Locations
Western Piedmont Community College offers Continuing Education classes on the Main Campus (left pin on the map) and at the Foothills Higher Education Center (right pin on the map). Select a pin to get address and general contact information about each location.
WPCC Main Campus
Morganton, NC 28655
General Information: (828) 438-6000
Foothills Higher Education Center
Morganton, NC 28655
General Information: (828) 448-6140
Division of
Workforce &
Professional Development
Lee Kiser
Dean of Workforce &
Professional Development
(828) 448-6707
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