Education That Works Paying for your college education
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Programs of Study With so many options, CCCC has something for everyone
Central Carolina Community College offers a wide variety of programs at its three campus locations and multiple instructional sites throughout Chatham, Harnett, and Lee counties. Within these programs, students can earn associate degrees, college transfer credits, diplomas, or certificates. Some programs are offered entirely, or in part, via online distance education. • Accounting
• Dental Hygiene
• Associate Degree Nursing
• Early Childhood
• Associate in Engineering (University Transfer – Begins Fall 2016)
• Electronics EngineeringTechnology
• Associate in Arts (University Transfer) • Associate in Fine Arts (University Transfer) • Associate in Science (University Transfer) • Automotive Restoration Technology • Automotive Systems Technology • Barbering • Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET)
• Esthetics • Health Information Technology (Begins Fall 2016) • Healthcare Management Technology • Human Resources Management • Human Services Technology • Industrial Systems Technology • Industrial Systems Technology – Bio–maintenance • Laser and Photonics Technology • Library and Information Technology
• Broadcasting Production Technology
• Medical Assisting
• Business Administration
• Motorcycle Mechanics
• Computer Engineering Technology • Computer–Aided Drafting Technology • Computer Information Technology • Computer–Integrated Machining with an emphasis in Tool, Die, and Mold Making
• Medical Office Administration • Networking Technology • Office Administration • Paralegal Technology • Practical Nursing • School–Age Education • Sustainability Technologies
• Cosmetology
• Sustainable Agriculture
• Criminal Justice Technology
• Telecommunications Installation and Maintenance
• Criminal Justice Technology – Latent Evidence
• Veterinary Medical Technology
• Culinary Arts
• Welding Technology
• Dental Assisting
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Central Carolina Community College!
We invite you to join us for an exciting, interesting, and enriching journey of education and self-discovery. As a CCCC student, you will gain the knowledge and skills to move successfully into the workplace or to continue your education at a four-year college or university. Along the way, you will also gain more confidence in and knowledge of yourself and your goals as you study, work, and connect with other students in service and fun activities.
Starting classes is easier than you might think with these 8 steps
Central Carolina Community College offers high quality education at an affordable cost. With day and evening classes at campuses and centers in Chatham, Harnett, and Lee counties, as well as online, an education at CCCC is readily accessible.
Helping the community and businesses
Central Carolina Community College is studentfocused. Faculty, staff, and administrators are committed to helping you achieve your educational goals. Research done for CNNMoney, the world’s largest business website, ranked CCCC 65th in the nation for its success in helping students to graduate or successfully transfer.
See what the economic and community development division offers
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Paying for your college education
Prepare for college by learning about your financial aid options.
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An exciting journey of education, life preparation, and self-discovery awaits you.
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My story, my college
An exciting journey of education, life preparation, and self-discovery awaits you. You have taken the first step by reading this guide. Come and continue that journey at Central Carolina Community College!
CCCC success stories
Dr. T. Eston “Bud” Marchant President,
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Distance Education
Curriculum
A great education is as close as your computer screen! Whether you want to earn college credit, learn a job skill, or enrich your leisure time, just click on Central Carolina Community College’s website, www.cccc.edu, and open to exciting, interesting courses. Curriculum, continuing education, and adult education classes are available. Find the distance education classes that work for you, whatever your schedule, wherever you are, and whatever your goal!
Curriculum distance education classes earn college credits that will transfer to most four-year institutions. Some classes provide interactive learning experiences, while others are done individually and fit easily into your busy schedule. Still others are hybrid, combining seated and online class sessions. Semester, eight-week, and twelve-week sessions are available. CCCC uses Blackboard Learn as its online course management system. Get instant access to all of your Blackboard Learn™ courses on the go with your mobile devices. Check grades, post to discussion forums, view important class announcements, read and download assignments, upload content, and more.
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Learn more about all the great curriculum programs offered by CCCC via distance education by visiting www.cccc.edu/de or calling (919) 718-7529.
Continuing Education
College and Career Readiness
Courses are offered to prepare you for a career or teach you skills and information to enrich your leisure and lifestyle. Online health occupations and emergency service classes afford opportunities to prepare you to earn job-ready certificates. Credits for Continuing Education classes do not transfer to four-year colleges or universities. For more information about online Continuing Education classes, visit www.cccc.edu/ecd/departments/distanceeducation or contact the ECD Student Support Center at (919) 718-7500.
Finishing high school has just gotten a lot more convenient! Study for your Adult High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma through CCCC’s College & Career Readiness distance education. Don’t worry about the cost – it’s free! No tuition or books to buy! For more information about this and other CCR programs, visit www.cccc.edu/ccreadiness or contact a College and Career Readiness office: (919) 545-8663 in Chatham County, (910) 814-1123 in Harnett County, or (919) 777-7701 in Lee County.
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CCCC Mobile App
The Continuing Education Department partners with Education To Go, a leading provider of online learning for adults, to make available a wide variety of classes from art to web technology and just about anything in between. All ed2go classes earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs), but do not transfer to colleges or universities. For more information, visit www.ed2go.com/cccc.
Always have what’s happening at Central Carolina Community College in the palm of your hand by connecting with all these programs and other college resources through CCCC’s mobile app, available through www.cccc.edu/bbmobile, or at “Google Play” or the “App Store.”
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Paying for your college Don’t let tight finances keep you from a college education!
Central Carolina Community College’s Financial Aid Office will help you in applying for available resources to pay for your education. There are a number of things you can do to plan for your college education:
If you can take college-level courses through your high school, do so. As a public high school student, you pay nothing for tuition or books. Check to make sure the credits will transfer. See “College credit in High School”, page 16. Save what money you can toward your education. Income from a parttime job can be a big help. Cut your cost for a quality education by attending Central Carolina Community College. The cost of tuition is far less than at state or private colleges, universities, and vocational schools. Use the Net Price Calculator at www.cccc/financialaid/ NetPriceCalculator to estimate your costs for attending CCCC. At CCCC, you can earn a certificate, diploma, or Associate in Applied Science degree in careers from accounting to welding at a fraction of the cost at other institutions. You can also earn an Associate in Arts, Associate in Fine Arts, or Associate in Science degree that will enable you to transfer to many four-year institutions with advanced class standing.
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To apply for financial aid, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Don’t forget to put CCCC’s school code 005449 on your FASFA. It takes about a month to receive a Student Aid Report (SAR) from the federal FAFSA processor. CCCC’s Financial Aid Office uses the SAR to determine your financial aid eligibility. More information about the FAFSA is found at www.cccc.edu/financialaid/apply.
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To apply for financial aid at CCCC, you must have met all the college’s admission requirements. Information about them is available online at www.cccc.edu/registrar.
Average Private University $31,231
Average Public University $9,139 In-State
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*Source: The College Board, Trends in College Pricing 2014 – 2015
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Central Carolina Community College awards financial aid from various sources based on your individual need, eligibility, and funding availability. The following are the primary sources for education funding. Continuing financial aid is contingent on maintaining satisfactory academic progress.
Grants:
Grants are money, usually from federal or state government agencies, that are awarded to college students who meet the grant requirements. Grants do not have to be paid back. a. Federal Grants 1. Federal Pell Grants are awarded by the U.S. Department of Education. They are the foundation of federal student financial aid. 2. Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grants (FSEOG) are for undergraduates with exceptional financial need. Funding for this program is limited. Early filing is strongly recommended. 3. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Benefits — If you are a veteran of the United States military, you may receive money for education. Visit www.gibill.va.gov for more information. b. State Grants 1. North Carolina Community College Grants (NCCCG) are awarded to legal residents of North Carolina who enroll for at least six credit hours. 2. North Carolina Educational Lottery Scholarships (NCELS) are awarded to legal residents of North Carolina who enroll for at least six credit hours. c. Other Grants 1. Child Care Assistance Program Grants are available through the college’s Special Programs
Coordinator in Student Services. They are based on greatest need and available on a limited basis for students enrolled full-time.
Scholarships:
You may be eligible for scholarships to help you pay for your college education. Scholarships can be based on academic performance, major, talent, achievement, or other specific qualification. They do not have to be paid back. A variety of scholarships are available through the state, individuals, businesses, and civic and service organizations: a. The Central Carolina Community College Foundation offers scholarships provided by donors, many for specific majors. The list and application form are available at www.cccc.edu/financialaid/ scholarships. b. The College Foundation of North Carolina provides excellent information on preparing and paying for college. Visit www.cfnc.org. c. Scholarships.com matches up North Carolina residents with available financial aid, as well as providing information on many colleges. Visit www.scholarships.com.
Work-Study:
The Federal Work-Study Program offers employment opportunities to eligible students who want to earn money to assist with educational costs. A limited number of work-study positions are available each semester to help students earn money to pay for college.
Loans:
Be very careful about taking out educational loans. These must be paid back, with interest. Many students create financial problems for themselves by borrowing more than they can reasonably pay back. Note: CCCC does NOT participate in the federal Direct Stafford Loans or Educational Loan programs. There are many ways to pay for a college education and many resources to help you discover them. Get more information at the websites of the CCCC Financial Aid Office or one of the other organizations listed. A college education at CCCC is affordable!
d. Fastweb is another online resource to check for financial aid. Visit www. fastweb.com.
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Business Administration introduces students to all aspects of the free enterprise system. They will acquire a fundamental knowledge of economics, business strategies, management processes, and an understanding of business organizations in today’s’ global economy. CCCC offers a Social Media Marketing (SMM) certificate program, which focuses on the use of social media technologies, such as Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, among others, to enhance business strategies and reach customers in innovative ways. Not only a field in its own right, but the applications and principles of SMM are also being grafted into business models of all kinds, including government, human resources, sales, communication, and non-profit work. SMM Certificate program students will receive an education in this cutting-edge area of marketing with the most up-to-date knowledge of the emerging social media industry. Students will participate in a variety of learning activities, from traditional reading assignments and discussion boards to hands-on projects, case-based marketing studies, and the development of their own Social Media Marketing Plans. Topics of study include social media basics, ethics of social media, and marketing strategies. Students do not have be part of the Business Administration A.A.S. curriculum to earn a SMM certificate.
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Computer-Aided Drafting
Computer-Aided Drafting Technology graduates take engineers’ inventive ideas and transform them into products or product parts. CAD technicians take a concept from theory to reality by using the latest software in industry to create the technical drawings used in the production process. Computer-Aided Drafting Technology students learn art visualization and apply this knowledge to understand the mechanics of precision drawings related to the 3D design process. In addition, they learn a variety of software programs such as AutoCAD, Inventor, and SolidWorks. Graduates are qualified for employment opportunities in the manufacturing or service sectors of engineering consulting firms and industrial design businesses. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, job growth for Drafting Technicians is about six percent per year.
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Criminal Justice – Latent Evidence
Criminal Justice – Latent Evidence is evidence at a crime scene that cannot be seen with the eyes. Examples of latent evidence can be a bloodstain that was bleached or a fingerprint on an uneven surface. The Criminal Justice – Latent Evidence program at CCCC provides a thorough grounding in latent evidence systems and operations. Coursework focuses on local, state, and federal law enforcement evidence processing and procedures. Students learn both theory and hands-on analysis of latent evidence, fingerprint classification, identification, and chemical development of latent prints. Coursework also covers how to record, cast, and recognize footwear and tire tracks and to process various types of crime scenes. Graduates of the program will receive an Associate in Applied Science degree in Criminal Justice Technology – Latent Evidence. The five-semester day program is offered at the Lee County Campus. Graduates are qualified for employment in a variety of criminal justice organizations, especially in local, state, and federal law enforcement, as well as in correctional agencies.
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Practical Nursing
Practical Nursing students at CCCC are trained to provide nursing care to children and adults. Students learn how to assist in assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care. Participants learn about the role of the licensed practical nurse, legal scope of practice, standards of nursing care, physiological and psychological disease states, anatomy and physiology, nutrition, pharmacology, ethical decision making, team relations, nursing skills, and procedures. Students are exposed to a diverse patient population. Observational sites and educational workshops are used to reinforce the learning experience. Graduates of the Practical Nursing program are awarded a diploma in Practical Nursing and are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN), which is required to practice as a practical nurse. The program can be completed in one year. Graduates of the program are encouraged to continue their education toward obtaining an Associate Degree in Nursing. There are many employment opportunities. Practical nurses are in great demand in hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, long-term care facilities, clinics, physicians’ offices, and home health agencies.
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SEND OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS You will need to send the CCCC Admissions Office an official transcript from your high school, official high school equivalency program, college, or vocational school. Official college transcripts are reviewed for applicable transfer credit towards your program of study. If you are pursuing an Allied Health program or using Veterans Benefits, you will be required to submit official transcripts from all colleges attended.
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APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID Start your application for financial aid by first applying for your FSA User ID at www.fafsa.gov. Complete the FAFSA application, sign and submit electronically with your FSA User ID. When completing the FAFSA select the appropriate academic year and include CCCC’s federal school code (005449) on the application. Financial aid eligibility will be determined after all admission requirements have been met.
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Get student ID and parking permit ID cards are processed through Student Services in Pittsboro and the colleges libraries in Sanford and Lillington. Parking permits can be obtained at the Business Office in Sanford or at the front offices in Lillington and Pittsboro.
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Grow with the green programs at “Green Central” Create your own green and growing future by enrolling in Central Carolina Community College’s sustainability programs. Whatever your interest in going green, the college has something for you in its curriculum (college credit) or continuing education courses. The Sustainable Technology Center at the Chatham County Campus is the center of the college’s sustainability programs. The facility itself is a model of sustainable building, including its vegetative roof, rainwater collection system, electric car charging stations, and renewable energy systems.
Curriculum programs Culinary Institute: Interested in a career in culinary arts? Then, the Culinary Arts Associate in Applied Science is for you. The two-year program emphasizes using locally grown whole foods, health, and sustainability. A fast track, one-year program is also available. The A.A.S. articulates with Johnson and Wales University’s bachelor degrees in culinary arts. Sustainable Agriculture: CCCC offers an Associate in Applied Science in
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Sustainable Agriculture that prepares you for a career in small-scale, environmentally friendly farming and similar occupations. Students learn hands-on at the student farm and fruit orchard. The college also offers certificates in agricultural sustainability, sustainable livestock systems, and sustainable vegetable production. Sustainability Technologies: An Associate in Applied Science in Sustainability Technologies prepares you for careers such as renewable energy technician, sustainability consultant, energy analyst, and green building supervisor. If you are interested in a specific area, earn a certificate in green building, renewable energy, sustainability, or biofuels. All will put you on track for the associate degree.
Continuing Education programs Hospitality and Culinary Arts: CCCC’s Hospitality and Culinary Arts continuing education courses cover nutrition, whole food preparation, serving, and restaurant management, culminating in a Natural Chef Certificate.
Sustainable Agriculture: If you are a handsin-the-dirt kind of person, you can enjoy learning to grow your own food organically. Explore the increasing variety of classes within sustainable agriculture continuing education, including edible and medicinal plants and brewing your own beer. Green Building: Green building classes will teach you about environmentally friendly building materials and practices that make homes more livable while reducing energy and water consumption. Students create – and then sell – a small cottage incorporating these principles.
More Information For more information about CCCC’s sustainability programs, visit www.cccc.edu/green or call (919) 545-8000.
CCCC offers educational opportunities in Harnett Workforce and university preparation in Harnett County is spelled “C-C-C-C” – that’s Central Carolina Community College. Whether you need basic education, English as a second language, workforce training, or a strong foundation to move on to success at a four-year college or university, CCCC is your place to be. The college provides services through facilities at its Harnett County Campus and Harnett Health Sciences Center, both in Lillington; West Harnett Center in the Western Harnett Industrial Park; and its Small Business Center in the Triangle South Enterprise Center, in Dunn. Highway 421 in Lillington has become a medical corridor, with numerous healthcare providers establishing themselves near Central Harnett Hospital and Campbell University’s School of Osteopathic Medicine. The expansion of healthcare-related businesses has increased demand for workers, from medical office assistants to nurses. Central Carolina Community College’s 50,200-square-foot Harnett Health Sciences Center opened in 2013 on the Brightwater Science & Technology Campus, in Lillington, to help fill the need for a well-trained healthcare workforce. The training students receive is enriched by the Center’s proximity to the hospital, skilled nursing facilities, and medical offices, where students can do their clinicals. The Harnett County Campus offers students opportunities to earn degrees, diplomas, and certificates through
curriculum or continuing education classes. They are offered in a wide variety of technical and occupational fields, including bioworks, laser and photonics, and welding. High quality university transfer programs, as well as the College and Career Readiness programs are also located at the campus. The Triangle South Enterprise Center in Dunn is a major asset to Harnett County through its support of small businesses and entrepreneurs. The Small Business Center provides costfree guidance and advice on starting and maintaining small businesses from people who know the small business world through personal experience. The West Harnett Center offers both workforce training and academic classes, including diesel mechanics and barbering. Central Carolina Community College is hopeful to begin selected programs in Fall 2015 at its new Dunn Center. The college is one of over 22 organizations involved in the renovation of the buildings located at the former Harnett County Training School, which has been nominated for the National Register of Historic Places. The Center will include the Central Carolina Culinary Institute program, Sustainable Agriculture classes, a branch of the college’s Barbering program, a Science Lab for college credit courses, Career and College Promise Pathways college courses for high school students, creative retirement programs, small business seminars, and Continuing Education workforce training classes. If you live in Harnett County or are interested in any of the programs offered there, visit www.cccc.edu or call one of the locations for information. Your future is waiting!
Sustainable Technology Center (page 10), Chatham Community Library (below) Pittsboro Campus
Harnett Health Sciences Center Lillington, NC
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Central Carolina Community College and the Continuing Education Department provides affordable customized training for your business or industry, classes to support industry needs, on-site workplace literacy classes, and free seminars to encourage and support new business start ups.
College and Career Readiness
Complete your high school credential or improve your literacy skills with instructors who will support you in achieving your goal. It is never too late to earn your High School Equivalency or Adult High School Diploma, classes are available during the day or evening and online. ESL (English as a Second Language) classes are available days, evenings and weekends.
Health Programs
Health occupations training programs through Continuing Education can prepare you for a satisfying and rewarding career. Gain satisfaction from helping to improve the health of individuals. A sampling of health occupations programs: Central Sterile Processing, CPR, EKG, EKG Monitor Technician; Electronic Health Records, Laboratory Assistant; Nurse Aide I and II, Nurse Aide I Refresher; Pharmacy Technician; Phlebotomy Technician; Physical Therapy Aide; Polysomnographic (Sleep Disorders) Technician; Sports Medicine Technology, Anatomy and Physiology (online), Medical Terminology (online), Medical Billing and Coding (Online).
Emergency Training Services Center
The Central Carolina Community College Emergency Services Training Center is home to a variety of public safety offerings. Emergency Medical Services training may be for you. Gain the skills and knowledge to be the critical first link to care for people with medical emergencies from bleeding to heart attacks. Fire and Rescue programs offer high-quality training for a career as a firefighter or rescue worker. Refresher classes help you stay up-to-date with your skills. Firefighter Academy is a rigorous and challenging course of study that will prepare you to become a state-certified firefighter and Emergency Medical Technician. Law Enforcement and Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) will prepare you for a career in law enforcement and help you keep your skills sharp.
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Continuing Education Earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for professional certifications, learn a new vocational skill, or gain a satisfying hobby with Continuing Education’s occupational and personal interest programs. The following is a sampling of the programs and classes available: ed2go – the online instruction center for the Continuing Education Department, provides affordable, fun, fast, convenient courses geared just for you.
Computer Technology • Microsoft Word • Microsoft for Excel • Computer Skills for • Employment • Quickbooks
For information about class dates, times, and registration, call th
& Businesses Human Resources Development (HRD): Career Skills
Successful job hunting requires specific skills that make you stand out from everyone else. Human Resources Development offers those skills. Courses are designed to meet the needs of those entering the workforce for the first time, dislocated workers, or underemployed workers seeking skill upgrades. A high school diploma is not required for enrollment. Learn how to search for jobs, create résumés and employment letters, practice interview strategies, and use computers and other technology in the workplace. HRD also offers education and assessments for the North Carolina Career Readiness Certificate. The CRC is a statewide-recognized document that certifies to employers your workforce skill levels.
Small Business Center
Small business owners enjoy the pride of ownership, of creating a thriving enterprise from their hard work, skills, and commitment. If that’s your goal, talk to a Small Business Center at Central Carolina Community College. The college has a Small Business Center in Chatham, Harnett, and Lee counties. Services offered include: one-on-one business counseling and excellent referrals; quality small business seminars by professional business consultants; business planning, technical, and management assistance; and education and training programs tailored to your business. Small businesses are the strength of the American economy, providing more jobs in total than corporations. The college’s Small Business Centers foster and support entrepreneurship, small business training, and economic development.
Course fees may be waived for adults who qualify for training.
Personal Interest • Culinary Essentials • Painting and Pottery • Playwriting and screenwriting • Zumba or Yoga • Photography
Professional Development
Short-term Job Training
• Cosmetology • Welding – MIG • CDL Training • Forklift Fundamentals • Notary Public • Broadband Communication • Electrical Contractor
• Health Occupations • Phlebotomy Technician • Sports Medicine Technician • Nurse Aide I & II • EKG Technician
Other Options • Hospitality & Culinary • Arts & Craftsmanship • Languages • Creative Writing • Motorcycle Safety • Youth Enrichment Series • Sustainable & Green • And much more!
he Division’s Student Support Center at (919) 718-7500 or email ecdcallcenter@cccc.edu.
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You may think that being a high school dropout or having poor – or no – English language skills has shut the door to your dream for a better life. Not so! The College and Career Readiness (CCR) program is designed specifically for you. As a CCR student, you start where you are and, with encouragement and instruction, move forward.
English as a Second Language (ESL) If you lack English skills, the English as a Second Language program will help you achieve competency. Classes in U.S. citizenship and workplace literacy are also offered. As you become fluent in English, you can continue your education and earn an Adult High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE) Diploma.
Adult Basic Education (ABE)
Adult Secondary Education (ASE)
Adult Basic Education is a program of instruction designed to address the educational needs of adults seeking improvement in reading and mathematics, oral and written communication, and critical thinking skills. Adult learners enroll in ABE to improve skills for the workplace, achieve personal goals, and/or prepare for enrollment in one of the college’s high school equivalent programs.
Adult Secondary Education includes the Adult High School Diploma program and the High School Equivalency Diploma program. The Adult High School Diploma program offers students the chance to complete the credits needed to earn a high school diploma. The High School Equivalency program prepares adult learners, not currently enrolled in school, to obtain a high school equivalency credential by passing a series of tests. Proudly, graduates wear academic robes and receive their diplomas in a formal graduation ceremony.
Over the years, thousands of CCR program graduates have gained the skills and confidence to enter the workforce or continue their education. They move forward, dreaming bigger dreams, hoping greater hopes, and achieving beyond what they had once thought possible! Dream big – enroll in CCCC’s College and Career Readiness program!
For more information, contact the College and Career Readiness offices at: Chatham County: (919) 545-8663 Harnett County: (910) 814-1123 Lee County: (919) 777-7701 Visit the website at www.cccc.edu/ccreadiness.
“I enrolled in the GED program and, from that day on, I knew I was destined to succeed.” Jennifer Bennett January 2015 GED graduate 14 Central Carolina Community College
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Quinton Spears
Shannon Bradley
loves his job as a biomedical equipment repair technician working for a nationwide provider of service and repair for emergency and medical equipment.
was unsure of what she wanted as a career, as well as lacking confidence in her academic skills. She enrolled at Central Carolina Community College and found both direction and success. Shannon graduated from CCCC, then earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees. She chose high school guidance counseling as her career and loves her work.
Quinton earned his Associate of Arts in Laser and Photonics Technology, as well as an Electronics Engineering Technology Certificate, at Central Carolina Community College. “Because of my education, I now service and repair all types of operating room equipment, including endoscopy cameras and surgical equipment,” he said. “The Laser and Photonics program at CCCC qualified me. I don’t think I would be making the salary I do without the program training at CCCC.”
“I look back on my years at CCCC and I am so thankful,” Shannon said. “The staff was awesome! The instructors took the time to get to know me as a person and I felt like they really cared about me and my future.”
Myles Friedman shares his enthusiasm and knowledge with customers in his Circle City Books & Music store in downtown Pittsboro. When he was planning to start his business, he knew he didn’t have up-to-date expertise on operating a successful small business. Friedman turned to Central Carolina Community College’s Small Business Center, which assisted him in creating a workable plan and in meeting city and county requirements for opening a business. “The Center provided essential referrals for services, and helped me not to miss important details,” he said.
Shirley Rijkse graduated from Central Carolina Community College in May 2011, with a major in Human Resource Management and a minor in Accounting. Since then, she has completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Human Resources and has completed her MBA. Shirley was a student ambassador during her time at the college, and she was a member of Phi Theta Kappa honor society and the Phi Beta Lambda business club, where she competed in state and national competitions. She also was a student speaker at her graduation. The Director of Career Services at Lee County Industries, Inc., Shirley says that her CCCC education has helped her in her career. “My CCCC education gave me the opportunity to try new things, go outside my comfort zone in a safe environment, gaining experiences that only would happen at college. Most of all, my commitment in conjunction with the network of learning connections, mentors, and community resources I was exposed to, through the college, opened doors to facilitate my success.” www.cccc.edu 15
College credit in high school Don’t Wait Until You Graduate High School To Start Your College Education! North Carolina’s Career & College Promise program at Central Carolina Community College offers a great opportunity for high school students to earn college credits.
Why take advantage of this? • You can speed up your completion of college certificates, diplomas, and associate degrees that lead to college transfer or provide entry-level job skills. • NO TUITION! Career and College Promise provides seamless dual enrollment educational opportunities. It is a clear, focused, and affordable path to future success! Central Carolina Community College offers two Career and College Promise pathways: College Transfer and Career and Technical Education.
College Transfer Pathway The College Transfer Pathway requires the completion of at least 30 hours of transfer courses. The credits transfer to all University of North Carolina institutions and many independent colleges and universities in the state. That means a major head start on your bachelor’s degree!
Be a high school junior or senior Have a weighted GPA of at least 3.0 on high school courses Demonstrate college readiness in English, reading, and mathematics on an assessment or placement test
The Career and Technical Education Pathway leads to a college-level certificate, diploma, or degree. The courses can provide partial or full fulfillment of a high school four-unit career cluster.
Eligibility:
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Career and Technical Education Pathway
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Be a high school junior or senior Have a weighted GPA of 3.0 on high school courses or have the recommendation of the principal or designee Meet the prerequisites for the career pathway
To maintain eligibility for either pathway, you must continue to make progress toward high school graduation and maintain a 2.0 in college coursework after completing two courses.
For more information about Career and College Promise, please see the Career and College Promise Advisor at your high school. 16 Central Carolina Community College
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Chatham County Campus 764 West St. • Pittsboro, NC 27312 (919) 542-6495
Harnett County Campus 1075 E. Cornelius Harnett Blvd. • Lillington, NC 27546 (910) 893-9101
Lee County Campus 1105 Kelly Dr. • Sanford, NC 27330 (919) 775-5401
Distance Education (919) 718-7529 destaff@cccc.edu