Continuing Education & Workforce Development
Opportunities for Professional & Personal Development
WPCC offers a variety of classes for professional training and certifications 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.
Check out our list of upcoming classes. You can get more information on them and register for them by clicking or tapping on the name of the class.
The GEER Scholarship
Learn more about scholarship opportunities for certain workforce development & continuing education classes.
Heavy Equipment Operator
New program provides short-term training using our new CAT simulator
New Certificate Program
Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing prepares you for potential job opportunities with Pratt & Whitney, coming to Asheville, North Carolina in 2022.
Upcoming Events
Click or tap on a class name for more information or to register.
- July 6, 2022, 6:00 pm: Defensive Driving (Section 67055)
- July 9, 2022, 8:00 am: Defensive Driving (Section 67056)
- July 11, 2022, 8:00 am: Industrial Sewing (66939)
- July 16, 2022, 8:00 am: Defensive Driving (Section 67057)
- July 20, 2022, 6:00 pm: Defensive Driving (Section 67058)
- July 25, 2022, 8:00 am: Heavy Equipment Operator Simulator Academy (66996)
- July 27, 2022, 6:00 pm: Defensive Driving (Section 67059)
- August 1, 2022, 6:00 pm: Emergency Medical Technician Night Session Course - Section #67047
- August 6, 2022, 8:00 am: Defensive Driving (Section 67060)
- August 10, 2022, 6:00 pm: Defensive Driving (Section 67061)
- August 20, 2022, 8:00 am: Defensive Driving (Section 67062)
- August 24, 2022, 6:00 pm: Defensive Driving (Section 67063)
A complete calendar of course offerings is available below.
How
to
Register
Online Registration
You can sign up for classes via our online system. Please have the class title/name and the date(s) or class section numbers before clicking or tapping the buttons to access the registration forms.
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In-Person Registration
NOTE: In-person registration for Workforce and Continuing Education classes in Hildebrand Hall has resumed.You can stop in to register Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Remember, you need to register for classes prior to the class start date (preferably 48 hours prior), allowing time for all payments to process before the class begins. If you have questions, please call (828) 448-3500.
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Defensive Driving
Defensive Driving Information & Classes
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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Want to set a reminder for a class on your phone, tablet, or computer’s calendar? It’s easy. Click the class name to read a description and register to attend. At the bottom, click the iCal or Google Calendar link to add the class to your personal calendar.
Events in June 2022
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Defensive Driving (Section 66945)
Defensive Driving (Section 66945)
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June 4, 2022If you have been charged with a minor violation in the 36th North Carolina Judicial District, you may elect to have it reduced by the District Attorney by completing a 4-hour defensive driving course. It is offered through Western Piedmont Community College and the Safety and Health Council of North Carolina to train motorists in the principles of defensive driving.
Foothills Higher Education Center2128 South Sterling StreetMorganton, NC 28655USA -
Emergency Medical Technician Day Session Course - Section #65988
Emergency Medical Technician Day Session Course - Section #65988
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June 6, 2022Dates: June 6 - August 12, 2022
Room: HEC 211
Class will meet Monday, Wednesday & Fridays, Thursdays, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Cost: $194.20 (Text Book is not included see below)
Section Number: 65988An Emergency Medical Technician class will be held from June 6 - August 12, 2022 at the Foothills Higher Education Center. It consists of 264 hours of classroom and clinical instruction and will prepare students to take the EMT exam administered by the North Carolina Office of Emergency Medical Services.
Prerequisites
- TABE placement test for reading comprehension (minimum of 11th grade reading level). Learn more about the TABE test or call (828) 448-6140 for a test appointment. Test results are required in order to register.
Costs
- $180 registration fee (unless you are fee-exempt)
- $14.20 fee for Accident & Liability Insurance (paid by all students)
- $16 WPCC Polo Shirt required for clinical instruction
- $11.50 Background Check (per the last name)
- Hepatitis B Virus Vaccine Required
- Flu Vaccine Required
- COVID Vaccine May Be Required by the Clinical Site
- Textbooks are not included
Textbook
Emergency Care: 14th Edition + My Brady Lab (ISBN9780136857860).
WPCC Book Cellar (828) 448-3186 Approximate cost of $175.Information You Should Know
You can submit your registration for the EMT-Night class below. The course section number is 65988.
The registration deadline is Thursday, June 2nd.
To register, please contact Registration Department (828) 448-6046, by e-mail at cpons@wpcc.edu or click or tap the button below to register online. Student Fees will be due at time of registration.
Questions?
If you have questions, please contact Terry Houston at (828) 448-6751 or by e-mail at thouston@wpcc.edu.
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Defensive Driving (Section 66946)
Defensive Driving (Section 66946)
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June 8, 2022If you have been charged with a minor violation in the 36th North Carolina Judicial District, you may elect to have it reduced by the District Attorney by completing a 4-hour defensive driving course. It is offered through Western Piedmont Community College and the Safety and Health Council of North Carolina to train motorists in the principles of defensive driving.
Foothills Higher Education Center2128 South Sterling StreetMorganton, NC 28655USA -
Industrial Sewing (66938)
Industrial Sewing (66938)
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June 16, 2022
CLASS SECTION: 66938Industrial Sewing Boot Camp meets June 16 through July 1 from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Monday through Friday). The class is located at The Industrial Commons on 647 Hopewell Road in Morganton, NC. Register for this section or select the July course HERE!
This class is led by Instructor Ashley Dula. Questions? contact Kelly Hawkins at kelly@theindustrialcommons.org
The course is 96 hours and is currently offered in English with some Spanish translation.
You will learn:
- Tools and Techniques
- Material and Methods
- Basic stitches and seams
- Machines for furniture and home goods
- Beginner projects (bags, pillows, zip pouch, etc)
- Basic instruction (single needle machine, serger, and cover stitch)
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Defensive Driving (Section 66947)
Defensive Driving (Section 66947)
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June 18, 2022If you have been charged with a minor violation in the 36th North Carolina Judicial District, you may elect to have it reduced by the District Attorney by completing a 4-hour defensive driving course. It is offered through Western Piedmont Community College and the Safety and Health Council of North Carolina to train motorists in the principles of defensive driving.
Foothills Higher Education Center2128 South Sterling StreetMorganton, NC 28655USA -
New York Cultural Experience – Tour
New York Cultural Experience – Tour
All Day:
June 22, 2022Fee: $250.00
Dates & Time: Summer 2022 (See Description for more details)
Location: Classes Foothills Higher Education Center
Tour: New York, New York
Room: E 108
Class Section Number: 66788In “New York City Cultural Experience”, participants will have the opportunity to explore the exciting city of New York. Join instructors experienced in guiding visitors through the art, architecture, culture, history, and theatre of Manhattan. Individuals will also have the chance for sightseeing, shopping, and dining, with accommodations centrally situated in the Midtown/Times Square area.
This class is the Continuing Education part of Art 111 which includes a trip to New York City over Summer Semester, Thursday, June 22 through Sunday, June 26.
Information about the trip can be found here:
New York Cultural Experience- Cost of the Class: $250.00
- Cost of the Trip: Approximate cost of the trip is $950.00 with a deposit of $50 due on April 11th. This cost will cover Airfare, Hotel, Breakfast and Transfer from airport to hotel and back.
Class meeting times and location: 5/23/22, 6/06/22, 6/13/19 from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. in E108.
Students interested in this course must see Mark Poteat (828-448-3538) in E-103-C, or Mark Pellatt in E-103-D prior to registration.
Instructor: Mark Poteat
E Building1001 Burkemont AvenueMorganton, NC 28655USADefensive Driving (Section 66948)Defensive Driving (Section 66948)
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June 22, 2022If you have been charged with a minor violation in the 36th North Carolina Judicial District, you may elect to have it reduced by the District Attorney by completing a 4-hour defensive driving course. It is offered through Western Piedmont Community College and the Safety and Health Council of North Carolina to train motorists in the principles of defensive driving.
Foothills Higher Education Center2128 South Sterling StreetMorganton, NC 28655USA
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
Rick Furse
Dean of Workforce &
Professional Development
(828) 448-3121