Events in May 2023
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April 30, 2023
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May 1, 2023(2 events)
8:00 am: Nurse Aide I Refresher (68419)8:00 am: Nurse Aide I Refresher (68419) –
Nurse Aide I Refresher classes are for Nurse Aide I folks who have let their certification lapse. Students are required by N.C. Board of Nursing to be a Level I Nursing Assistant and to list with N.C. Division of Facility Services and N.C. Board of Nursing. The course consists of primarily review and testing to assess student knowledge. Each student must complete course with passing academic and attendance requirements to maintain registry with N.C. Division of Facility Services and N.C. Board of Nursing. Hours and course content dictated by above listed governing bodies. For Information on our Nurse Aide Refresher classes, call (828) 448-6140. RequirementsIn order to register for the Nurse Aide Refresher class, you must:
Additional Information
Students may register via the following methods:
Section DetailsNurse Aide I Refresher ClassClass sessions meet in Room 166 of the Foothills Higher Education Center on Sterling Street in Morganton. The cost of the course is $125. Write down the section number of the class for which you want to register and enter that in the online registration form below. Nurse Aide I Refresher (Section 68419) – May 1 - May 9, 2023 Foothills Higher Education Center 2128 South Sterling Street Morganton, NC 28655 USA 8:30 am: Industrial Sewing Boot Camp (69206)8:30 am: Industrial Sewing Boot Camp (69206) – CLASS SECTION: 69206 Industrial Sewing Book Camp meets May 1 - 17 every week Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM until 4:30 PM. Receive 96 credit hours from our Industrial Sewing Boot Camp! This program prepares trainees for a career in the sewn trades and is currently offered in English with some Spanish translation. Location: Carolina Textile District at The Industrial Commons on 647 Hopewell Road in Morganton, NC. This class is hosted in partnership with our local industry partners and The Industrial Commons. You will learn:
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May 2, 2023
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May 3, 2023
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May 4, 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 |
May 5, 2023
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May 6, 2023(1 event)
8:00 am: Defensive Driving (Section 69329)8:00 am: Defensive Driving (Section 69329) – 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 |
May 7, 2023
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May 8, 2023(1 event)
All day: Classes EndAll day: Classes End All day |
May 9, 2023(1 event)
All day: Grades DueAll day: Grades Due All day |
May 10, 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: Defensive Driving (Section 69330)6:00 pm: Defensive Driving (Section 69330) – 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 |
May 11, 2023(1 event)
All day: GraduationAll day: Graduation All day |
May 12, 2023
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May 13, 2023(1 event)
8:30 am: Notary Public (#69091)8:30 am: Notary Public (#69091) – Date: May 13, 2023
 Section #: 69091
Time: Saturdays 8:30-4:30 with 1 hour lunch break
Location: FHEC- 211
Foothills Higher Education Center, 2128 S Sterling St, Morganton, NC 28655 Cost: $75
Materials: Students will need to purchase the notary public handbook that is available in the WPCC bookstore. You should also bring a pencil and paper. Please note no laptops are allowed.
This course is taught by Calleesha Teel, Esq. Originally from Greenville, NC she received her Bachelors in Political Science from Winston-Salem State University and her JD/MLS from North Carolina Central University. She has been a Notary Public since 2016 and conducted hundreds of notarizations. She is also a Notary Signing Agent and Notary Public Instructor. "I am looking forward to teaching you what you need to know to be a Notary."
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May 14, 2023
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May 15, 2023
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May 16, 2023(3 events)
8:00 am: Nurse Aide I (Section #68243)8:00 am: Nurse Aide I (Section #68243) –
RequirementsIn order to be admitted into the NA II program, you must:
Additional Information
RegistrationOnce you have completed the above requirements, you will be allowed to register for the NA I class. Continuing Education classes offered through our Workforce and Professional Development Division, have a pre-registration policy, with the exception of Fire/Rescue, Law Enforcement, HRD and CTP program areas. Students must register and pay any registration fees two business days/48 business hours prior to the start date of the class. For example Class starts on Monday, the last day to register is 5:00 pm on Wednesday. Students may register via the following methods:
Class InformationClass sessions meet in Room 221 of the Foothills Higher Education Center on Sterling Street in Morganton. The cost of the course is $235. Additional costs include book, health form, uniforms, etc. Write down the section number of the class you want to register for to enter in the online registration below. Nurse Aide I (Section 68243) - May 16 - August 11, 2023
Foothills Higher Education Center 4:00 pm: Basic Excavator Operations (69328)4:00 pm: Basic Excavator Operations (69328) – 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 This course will give the student a hands-on experience with the (CAT- Simulators) Excavator. The course will teach the student the 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 the K-Building. Upcoming DIY Courses: Ceiling Fan Install: Learn more and Register HERE
Jim Richardson Campus/K Building 5:00 pm: Nurse Aide I (Section #68226)5:00 pm: Nurse Aide I (Section #68226) –
RequirementsIn order to be admitted into the NA II program, you must:
Additional Information
RegistrationOnce you have completed the above requirements, you will be allowed to register for the NA I class. Continuing Education classes offered through our Workforce and Professional Development Division, have a pre-registration policy, with the exception of Fire/Rescue, Law Enforcement, HRD and CTP program areas. Students must register and pay any registration fees two business days/48 business hours prior to the start date of the class. For example Class starts on Monday, the last day to register is 5:00 pm on Wednesday. Students may register via the following methods:
Class InformationClass sessions meet in Room 221 of the Foothills Higher Education Center on Sterling Street in Morganton. The cost of the course is $235. Additional costs include book, health form, uniforms, etc. Write down the section number of the class you want to register for to enter in the online registration below. Nurse Aide I (Section 68226) - May 16 - August 11, 2023
Foothills Higher Education Center |
May 17, 2023
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May 18, 2023(1 event)
All day: Advising & Registration for Summer EndsAll day: Advising & Registration for Summer Ends All day |
May 19, 2023
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May 20, 2023(1 event)
8:00 am: Defensive Driving (Section 69331)8:00 am: Defensive Driving (Section 69331) – 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 |
May 21, 2023
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May 22, 2023(2 events)
3:00 pm: Crafting Stained Glass3:00 pm: Crafting Stained Glass – Have you ever wanted to make your very own piece of stained glass? Well here's your chance! Come join us in learning how to build your very own stained-glass magic. Dates: May 22nd, June 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th , July 3rd View our CAMPUS MAPS page for directions to the K-Building.
Jim Richardson Campus/K Building 6:00 pm: Intro To Welding6:00 pm: Intro To Welding –
Dates: May 22- July 24 (No class on Memorial Day nor the week of the 4th)
Exact Dates: May 22nd, 24th, 31st, June 5th, 7th, 12th, 14th, 19th, 21st, 26th, 28th, July 10th, 12th, 17th, 19th, & 24th
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 9:50 p.m.
Section #: 68880
Room #: C-102 (Main Campus located at 1001 Burkemont Ave., Morganton)
Capacity: 10
Cost: $180
Description: This class will be an introduction to basic welding processes. Topics of discussion will include Safety in Welding, Welding types, and an overview of the welding industry as a whole. Students will be given time to practice some welding techniques and get a feel for the welding trade. The students will be working with mild steel mostly focusing on stick welding and gas welding. After the class is finished Students should be able to identify and set up Oxy-Fuel & Arc Welding Equipment and perform basic welding, brazing, and soldering applications. No workbook is required but an optional one will be available if interested. No PPE is required
Western Piedmont Community College |
May 23, 2023(1 event)
4:30 pm: Ceiling Fan Install (69327)4:30 pm: Ceiling Fan Install (69327) – WPCC is offering a new and exciting training opportunity for the Do-It-Yourselfer. Let us lend you some helpful training inside your home. Date: May 23, 2023 This course will give the DO-IT-Yourselfer the basic concept to install a ceiling fan safely. This course will give the student the basics in electrical wiring safety, identifying the proper wires to splice and connect. The student will learn to find the proper power supply connection and all the hardware needed to install a ceiling fan. This course will give the students the proper techniques to complete the ceiling fan at home. View our CAMPUS MAPS page for directions to the K-Building. Upcoming DIY Courses:
Jim Richardson Campus/K Building |
May 24, 2023
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May 26, 2023
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May 27, 2023
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May 28, 2023
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May 29, 2023
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May 30, 2023
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May 31, 2023
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June 1, 2023
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June 2, 2023
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June 3, 2023(1 event)
8:00 am: Defensive Driving (Section 69333)8:00 am: Defensive Driving (Section 69333) – 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 |
classes are offered at the Foothills Higher Education Center, Room FHEC-123 
Nurse Aide I provides you the opportunity to pursue a healthcare career with entry-level skills in a hospital or nursing home setting. Upon successful completion, you will be eligible to apply for The Nurse Aide I test administered through Credentia. After passing the state test, you will be listed on the Nurse Aide I registry at DHHS. CPR for Basic Life Support Certification is now included with this class.