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Events in October 2023

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October 1, 2023
October 2, 2023
October 3, 2023
October 4, 2023(2 events)

6:00 pm: Defensive Driving (Section 69664)


October 4, 2023

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
2128 South Sterling Street
Morganton, NC 28655
USA

6:00 pm: Halloween Pottery Class


October 4, 2023

Dates: October 4th & 11th
Times: 6:00 - 8:30 pm
Cost: $70
Section #: 69705
Location: WPCC Main Campus - Rostan Hall-001 (View Campus Maps Online HERE)

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!

Register for Class

 

 

Western Piedmont Community College
1001 Burkemont Ave
Morganton , NC 28655
October 5, 2023
October 6, 2023
October 7, 2023(1 event)

8:00 am: Defensive Driving (Section 69665)


October 7, 2023

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
2128 South Sterling Street
Morganton, NC 28655
USA
October 8, 2023
October 9, 2023(2 events)

All day: A-Term Ends/B-Term Registration Ends

All day
October 9, 2023

6:00 pm: Genealogy


October 9, 2023

Course: Genealogy
Instructor: Rhonda Roederer
Date: October 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $70.00
Location: Foothills Higher Education Center Room #248
SECTION NUMBER: 69650 (copy this number to use when registering)

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.

Register for Class

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 Workday

All day
October 10, 2023

October 11, 2023(1 event)

All day: B-Term Begins

All day
October 11, 2023

October 12, 2023(1 event)

2:00 pm: TABE Test


October 12, 2023

TABE (Test of Adult Basic Education) tests for the Nurse Aide I and Nurse Aide II TABE Test Logoclasses are offered at the Foothills Higher Education Center, Room FHEC-123 


Foothills Higher Education Center
2128 South Sterling Street
Morganton, NC 28655
USA
October 13, 2023
October 14, 2023
October 15, 2023
October 16, 2023(2 events)

8:00 am: Local Anesthesia Class for Dental Hygienist


October 16, 2023

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:
ONLINE
November 6th - November 11th 
IN PERSON (8am-5pm)
November 11th

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
Cost: $850.00

Foothills Higher Education Center
2128 South Sterling Street
Morganton, NC 28655
USA

4:00 pm: Intro To Welding


October 16, 2023

A person 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
1001 Burkemont Ave
Morganton , NC 28655
October 17, 2023(1 event)

4:00 pm: Basic Excavator Operations: Part 2 (70188)


October 17, 2023

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 
Date:
October 17 - November 14, 2023
Tuesday and Thursday Evenings, Except (11/7)
Time: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Cost: $70.00
Location: Regional Skilled Trades Solution Center | Room #100
SECTION NUMBER: 70188 (copy this number to use when registering)

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.

Register for Class

View our CAMPUS MAPS page for directions to Main Campus.

 

 

Western Piedmont Community College
1001 Burkemont Ave
Morganton , NC 28655
October 18, 2023(1 event)

6:00 pm: Defensive Driving (Section 69666)


October 18, 2023

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
2128 South Sterling Street
Morganton, NC 28655
USA
October 19, 2023
October 20, 2023
October 21, 2023(1 event)

8:00 am: Defensive Driving (Section 69667)


October 21, 2023

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
2128 South Sterling Street
Morganton, NC 28655
USA
October 22, 2023
October 23, 2023
October 24, 2023
October 25, 2023(2 events)

10:00 am: TABE Test


October 25, 2023

TABE (Test of Adult Basic Education) tests for the Nurse Aide I and Nurse Aide II TABE Test Logoclasses are offered at the Foothills Higher Education Center, Room FHEC-123 


Foothills Higher Education Center
2128 South Sterling Street
Morganton, NC 28655
USA

6:00 pm: Small Business Meet-Up


October 25, 2023

Join the WPCC Small Business Center to network and grab a coffee at Thornwell Books.

When: Wednesday, October 25th from 6 PM - 7 PM
Where: 202 S Sterline St - Suite 100, Morganton, NC

October 26, 2023
October 27, 2023(1 event)

All day: Goblin Gallop for Recovery

All day
October 27, 2023

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.
Sign up early!  Pre-Race event to be announced later. https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/Morganton/GoblinGallopforRecovery5KatWPCC

October 28, 2023
October 29, 2023
October 30, 2023
October 31, 2023(1 event)

3:00 pm: Jam-BOO-Ree


October 31, 2023

Trick or Treat event!

November 1, 2023(1 event)

All day: SP Advising & Registration Begins

All day
November 1, 2023

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