Events in October 2023
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October 1, 2023
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October 2, 2023
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October 3, 2023
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October 4, 2023(2 events)
6:00 pm: Defensive Driving (Section 69664)6:00 pm: Defensive Driving (Section 69664) – If 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 Center 6:00 pm: Halloween Pottery Class6:00 pm: Halloween Pottery Class – Dates: October 4th & 11th Description: Do you love Halloween? Do you love pottery? If you said yes to either of these questions, come out and play with clay in our two-session pottery class. Styled for beginners with no prior experience required, just come out and have fun. You’ll get make your very own Jack O’ Lantern Candle Holder just in time for Spooky Season. With limited space available don’t wait register now!
Western Piedmont Community College |
October 5, 2023
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October 6, 2023
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October 7, 2023(1 event)
8:00 am: Defensive Driving (Section 69665)8:00 am: Defensive Driving (Section 69665) – If 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 Center |
October 8, 2023
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October 9, 2023(2 events)
All day: A-Term Ends/B-Term Registration EndsAll day: A-Term Ends/B-Term Registration Ends All day 6:00 pm: Genealogy6:00 pm: Genealogy – Course: Genealogy Are you a beginner genealogist or need a refresher course to recharge your research skills? Or perhaps you’re hesitant to jump into your gene pool? No matter your skill level, this 4-week workshop will entertain and encourage you to find those hidden family gems. Real-life stories take you on a journey of family discoveries though practical applications that will inspire and motivate you to become YOUR family’s detective. Discover the power and joys or making those life-changing connections. View our CAMPUS MAPS page for directions to FHEC.
Foothills Higher Education Center 2128 South Sterling Street Morganton, NC 28655 USA |
October 10, 2023(1 event)
All day: No Classes: Faculty WorkdayAll day: No Classes: Faculty Workday All day |
October 11, 2023(1 event)
All day: B-Term BeginsAll day: B-Term Begins All day |
October 12, 2023(1 event)
2:00 pm: TABE Test2:00 pm: TABE Test TABE (Test of Adult Basic Education) tests for the Nurse Aide I and Nurse Aide II
Foothills Higher Education Center |
October 13, 2023
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October 15, 2023
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October 16, 2023(2 events)
8:00 am: Local Anesthesia Class for Dental Hygienist8:00 am: Local Anesthesia Class for Dental Hygienist This 24-hour local anesthesia certification course is for dental hygienists practicing for at least two years. The online aspect of this course is taught through a series of modules developed by a dentist with a background in online and distance learning. The clinical component is completed in 8 hours and incorporates several hands-on exercises, injections on anesthesia manikins, and using Safe-D-Needles before working on a peer patient. Once completed, the hygienist will receive 24 hours of NSBDE-approved continuing education and the required paperwork to submit for your local anesthesia certification. Dates: Important Information: On November 11th all students have to be in person. That is the only day students will need to come on campus. The online portion of the class begins on October 16th and it is very important to have logged in to complete a 5 questionnaire and get the 16 hours done in time before the in-person class! Section#: 69917 Foothills Higher Education Center 2128 South Sterling Street Morganton, NC 28655 USA 4:00 pm: Intro To Welding4:00 pm: Intro To Welding – Dates: October 16 - November 8
Time: Mondays & Wednesdays from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Section #: 70222
Room #: C Building - Welding Shop (Main Campus located at 1001 Burkemont Ave., Morganton)
Cost: $70
Description: This welding course will focus on the basics of Mig welding. The student will learn to use safety equipment and proper techniques necessary in welding. This welding course will include PPE, and all guidelines in welding safety. The course will give the students a hands-on opportunity to practice welding techniques. The students should wear proper clothing including closed toe shoes. All PPE will be provided by the instructor and students should wear clothes that would be considered proper clothing. It is important that a student does not wear clothing or shoes which can cause injury to the student. For example, no flip flops should be worn in the welding area. By the end of the course, a student should be able to demonstrate a proper welding task safely. Western Piedmont Community College |
October 17, 2023(1 event)
4:00 pm: Basic Excavator Operations: Part 2 (70188)4:00 pm: Basic Excavator Operations: Part 2 (70188) – WPCC is offering a new and exciting training for the Do-It-Yourselfer. If you have decided to do your own repairs at home. Let us lend you some helpful training. Whatever it is inside the home or yard work. WPCC has three upcoming classes that might help to achieve your goal. Course: Basic Excavator Operations: Part 2 This course will give the student a hands-on experience with the (CAT- Simulators) Excavator. The course will teach the student control familiarization along with proper procedures. The course will provide scenarios from safety inspection, starting operations, and shutdown. By the end of the course, a student should be able to operate a mini-Excavator. There is an opportunity for a student to receive a job interview with a construction partner or municipalities. View our CAMPUS MAPS page for directions to Main Campus.
Western Piedmont Community College |
October 18, 2023(1 event)
6:00 pm: Defensive Driving (Section 69666)6:00 pm: Defensive Driving (Section 69666) – If 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 Center |
October 19, 2023
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October 20, 2023
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October 21, 2023(1 event)
8:00 am: Defensive Driving (Section 69667)8:00 am: Defensive Driving (Section 69667) – If 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 Center |
October 22, 2023
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October 23, 2023
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October 24, 2023
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October 25, 2023(2 events)
10:00 am: TABE Test10:00 am: TABE Test TABE (Test of Adult Basic Education) tests for the Nurse Aide I and Nurse Aide II
Foothills Higher Education Center 6:00 pm: Small Business Meet-Up6:00 pm: Small Business Meet-Up – Join the WPCC Small Business Center to network and grab a coffee at Thornwell Books. When: Wednesday, October 25th from 6 PM - 7 PM |
October 26, 2023
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October 27, 2023(1 event)
All day: Goblin Gallop for RecoveryAll day: Goblin Gallop for Recovery All day Main Campus. Encouraging Clubs, WPCC Groups, to sign up and take part! Walk or run – packet pick-up is at 4:30pm and race starts 6:30pm. |
October 28, 2023
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October 29, 2023
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October 30, 2023
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October 31, 2023(1 event)
3:00 pm: Jam-BOO-Ree3:00 pm: Jam-BOO-Ree – Trick or Treat event! |
November 1, 2023(1 event)
All day: SP Advising & Registration BeginsAll day: SP Advising & Registration Begins All day |
November 2, 2023
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November 3, 2023
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November 4, 2023
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