Career Skills and Workforce Training Programs by Guilford Technical Community College

CAREER SKILLS AND WORKFORCE TRAINING

GUILFORD TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Course Repetition Policy

In 1993, the N.C. legislature enacted a law that requires anyone, including senior citizens, who takes the same occupational extension course more than twice within a five-year period to pay an additional cost of $6.41-$7.12 per scheduled hour. You are exempt from this policy if you are required by law to have certification/ licensure.

Who May Register?

If you are 18 years old or older, you may register for a course. Applicants who are still enrolled in high school, but are at least 16 years of age, should secure authorization from their high school principal in the form of a letter. A letter must be secured each term the student wishes to take a course(s).

When To Register

You may register for a course up to the first day of class, but late registration is discouraged to be sure you get the classes you want. You may not be allowed to enter classes after the starting date.

After You Register

Plan to attend the classes you registered for as scheduled. You will not be contacted unless there is a change in the class schedule.

Fees, Books, Supplies

Registration fees, which are listed with each class description, do not include the cost of textbooks or supplies. Fees are set by the NC General Assembly and are based on the number of contact hours for each course. Some of the courses listed in this catalog require textbooks; textbooks are sold at the GTCC Bookstores: The Jamestown Bookstore is open Monday – Thursday, 8a-8p; Friday, 8a-4p. The Greensboro bookstore is open Monday through Thursday, 9a-7p; Friday, 9a-12p. The High Point bookstore is open Monday through Thursday from 9a-7p; Friday, 9a-12p. You can also buy books online at: www.gtcc.bkstr.com. Some courses require supplies/materials and you are accountable for purchasing the necessary items. Students in all continuing education classes will be assessed a $5 CAPS fee to help cover expenses associated with providing campus access, parking and security at the college. Students can obtain parking stickers at any GTCC Campus Police office or the cashier office in Jamestown. Parking permits (stickers) are valid at all GTCC campuses. Some programs require malpractice insurance. These fees, where applicable, are included in the published course fee.

Dropping / Adding Classes If you want to drop a class and receive a refund, please contact the Departmental Coordinator or the Continuing Education Registrar’s Office. The amount of your refund will depend on when you drop the class. See the refund policy. If you want to add a class, you can register up until the first day of class. You can replace one course with another if they have the same registration fee if and is approved by the Departmental Coordinator.

Refunds

The College will make a 100% refund of registration fees if you officially withdraw from class before the first class meeting. Also, if a class is canceled or full, GTCC will make a full refund. The College will refund 75% of the registration fee (of tuition only) if you officially withdraw from the class on the first day of class or before the class reaches the census date. The census date varies from class to class. Refunds are processed on a monthly basis. However, please allow 6-8 weeks to receive the refund. The College refund policy is established by state legislative action and is subject to change without prior notice to students.The refund policy stated above was in effect at the time this catalog was published.

Sponsorships

The purpose of a sponsorship is to help pay college expenses (tuition, fees, books, and supplies). Sponsors may include your employer or government agencies (i.e. Employment Security Commission, Job Link, or Vocational Rehabilitation). Visit http://tinyurl.com/gtcc-sponsorships for more information on sponsorships.

Project Management Essentials & PMP Certification Prep

Real Estate

GTCC offers several courses in real estate that can help you become a real estate agent or help you keep your credentials. The courses offered range in a variety of topics from real estate math to courses that help prepare you for the exam. Courses offered: • Real Estate Math • Broker Pre-Licensing • Contracts & Closing • Selected Topics • Broker Relationships & Responsibilities • Real Estate Exam Cram For more information contact Amy Leonard at (336) 334-4822 ext. 53062 or via email at aeleonard@gtcc.edu or may also visit www.gtcc.edu.

The Project Management Professional (PMP®) certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI) has grown rapidly to become a major project management qualification in North America and Internationally. Rapid growth has seen the number of PMP’s jump from the start of the qualification in the 1980s to approximately 10,000 in January 2000 and to a current total of over 600,000 active PMP’s in over 190 countries as of February 2014.

Health & Safety Courses First Aid / CPR

All classes are certified through the American Heart Association. The CPR portion is at the Healhcare Provider level. A BPS for Healthcare Providers student manual is required. All students must pre-register for the course 48 hours prior to the start of each class.

Nurse Assistant I

This course introduces basic nursing skills required to provide personal care for patients, residents, or clients in a health care setting. Topics include communications, safety, patients’ rights, personal care, vital signs, elimination, nutrition, emergencies, rehabilitation, and mental health. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills necessary to qualify as a Nursing Assistant 1 with the North Carolina Nurse Aide 1 Registry. This is a certificate-level course. A high school diploma or GED is required.

EMT Basic / Refresher

Want to become an emergency medical technician or update your skills in this field? GTCC has the classes needed to get you started on this career path. Upon completion, students are eligible to take the NC / National Registry Basic Emergency Medical Technician certification exam. For more information, please call (336) 334-4822 ext. 50281.

The NA I Training Refresher Course is offered to enrollees who have (1) been listed or are currently listed on the NC Nurse Aide I Registry; (2) have successfully completed a state approved training program; (3) hold a state recognized unencumbered health care credential (EMT, EMT-P, CMA, RN, LPN, etc.) from any state. Military personnel who have had medical/corpsman training may also enroll. This 48 hour course consists of a brief review of the NA I theory curriculum, selected NA I skills, and preparation for the state written and skill exams. Please see website for more information.

Medical Administration Aide

This course is designed to meet training requirements for the North Carolina Board of Nursing Medication Aide Certification. The training prepares Nurse Aides to administer medications to long term care residents. Course topics include scope of duties; legal and ethical responsibilities; administration of medications by various routes; infection control; and documentation including commonly used abbreviations. Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a certificate and are then eligible to take the state competency exam administered under NC Division of Health Services Regulation. For more information call: Amy Leonard (336) 334-4822 ext. 53062 or aeleonard@gtcc.edu or visit www.gtcc.edu

Online Training from

ed2go Take non-credit classes online! Online, instructor-led courses start each month. Each course runs for 6 weeks and consists of 12 lessons. New lessons come out at 12 noon each Wednesday and Friday. You are given two weeks to complete each lesson. Interactive quizzes, assignments, tutorials, and online discussion areas supplement lessons. You need Internet access, an email address and a web browser. All courses are 24 hours (2.4 CEUs). Courses: • Business • Foreign Language • Health & Safety • Computer Technology • Non-Profit Management • Teacher Re-certification For more information on ed2go courses, please visit www.ed2go.com/gtcc2go

Certifications & Licensures

A significant number of occupations in North Carolina require licensure and/or certification as a prerequisite to employment. For many of these occupations the educational requirement consists of short-term courses. Licensure and certifications are granted by an independent agency or board. The registration fee does not include books. Estimated book costs for each class are listed on our website (www.gtcc.edu). For more information about training, visitwww.gtcc.edu or contact Leah C. Price at lvcrouch@gtcc.edu or (336) 334-4822 ext. 53024.

NC Career Readiness Certificate (CRC)

The NC Career Readiness Certificate (CRC) is a portable credential that promotes career development and skill attainment for an individual and confirms to employers that an individual possesses basic workplace skills in the following areas: Reading for Information, Applied Math and Locating Information The CRC, through the ACT WorkKeys® system, provides a national standardized measurement to compare employees and job applicants with established profiles. GTCC uses the Internet-based KeyTrain® software training system to prepare individuals for success when taking the WorkKeys® assessments. Visit a CRC Employability Lab Today! GTCC Greensboro Campus - CEC Building Rm 242 Lab Hours – Mon, Wed, Fri – 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. 3505 East Wendover, Tues & Thurs - 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. GTCC High Point Campus– H4 Building Rm 102 Lab Hours – Thurs – 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. 901 S Main Street, Tues - 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

GTCC Jamestown - CTC Building Rm 122 Lab Hours - Thurs - 3:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. 601 E Main Street Additional WorkKeys® assessments are also offered at GTCC. For information visit www.gtcc.edu or contact Gwendolyn Roy at crc@gtcc.edu or (336) 334-4822 ext. 53087.

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Activity Coordinator Board of Elections General Contractor Prep Insurance: Property & Casualty Insurance: Life, Accident, & Health Insurance: Medicare Pre-Licensing Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification Prep • OSHA Forklift Operator

Quick Careers Training

Certifications Aviation Certifications

Maybe you are a recent college graduate, someone looking to embark on a new career in Aviation, or you love flying and want to become a pilot. Whatever the case may be, GTCC has the Aviation training you are looking for! Aviation Certifications offered through Continuing Education: • Aircraft Dispatcher Certification • Assembly Mechanic Certification • Flight Simulator Certification. For more information about aviation training, call (336) 334-4822 ext. 59011. You can also check out aviation. gtcc.edu for details on all our aviation programs.

Human Resources Development (HRD): Employment Skills Education

Are you unemployed and trying to determine your next move? Perhaps you are considering a career change, or just haven't found the position that is right for you. The Human Resources Development (HRD) program at GTCC can provide the guidance and assistance for which you seek. The GTCC HRD program offers: Computer Skills for Today’s Job Seekers, Career Exploration, Pathways to Employment, Winning Resumes, Money Smart, Job Search Skills, and many more valuable courses. There is a minimal fee for each HRD course, however; individuals may be eligible for a fee waiver if they are: unemployed; or received notification of a pending layoff; working and eligible for the Federal Earned Income Tax Credit (FEIT); or working and earning wages at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines. For information, visit www.gtcc.edu or contact Jennifer Smith at jfsmith@gtcc.edu, (336) 334-4822 ext. 55057.

The Quick Careers Training program offers a wide variety of short-term training options at affordable prices. Courses are offered during day and evening hours, including hybrid courses. Additionally, students may be eligible to sit for and earn a third-party, industry-recognized credential (AWS, Microsoft, CPhT, NIMS, and others). A high school diploma or GED and good computer skills are required to participate. The registration fee does not include books. Estimated book costs for each class are listed on our website (www.gtcc.edu). For more information about the program, the courses, and the requirements to register, visit www.gtcc.edu or contact the Quick Careers Training office at quickcareers@gtcc.edu or (336) 334-4822 ext. 53108. Quick Career Training Areas: • Accounting Specialist • Administrative Assistant • Computer Integrated Machining • Electronic Medical Records Clerk • Executive Administrative Assistant • Financial Services Rep/Bank Teller • Medical Interpreter - Spanish/English • MS Office Specialist • Medical Receptionist • Warehouse Technician • Welding • Pharmacy Technician • Health Insurance Billing Clerk • Payroll Specialist.

Computer Technology Beginner Computer Courses

Taking the first step to learn about computers can be intimidating, but you can do it! Our instructors will work with you, teaching you the basic functions of the computer, how to get on the internet, how to set up an email account, and how to type. Our instructors make it easy for you to learn at your own pace. Sign up for a class today! For more information contact Amy Leonard at (336) 334-4822 ext. 53062 or via email at aeleonard@gtcc.edu or you may also visit www.gtcc.edu.

• Introduction to Computer Keyboarding • Beginning Computers with Windows 8.1 & Keyboarding • Introduction to Computers for Older Adults • Introduction to Internet & Email for Older Adults • Introduction to Windows 8.1 • Introduction to Windows 8.1 for Older Adults

For most jobs, computer skills are a must! It doesn’t matter if you are working in an office environment or out in a construction zone, being able to utilize the word documents, spreadsheets, powerpoint presentations, and databases are essential to getting the job done. The courses below will take you through the most important functions of the software and will help make you an expert in no time! For more information contact Amy Leonard at (336) 334-4822 ext. 53062 or via email at aeleonard@gtcc.edu or may also visit www. gtcc.edu.

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Access 2013 Access 2013 Intermediate Excel 2013 Excel 2013 Intermediate Excel 2013 Advanced Introduction to MS Office 2013 PowerPoint 2013 Publisher 2013 Word 2013

High End IT Certifications

Email Bill Walters at wcwalters@gtcc.edu or 334-4822 ext. 55077 for class information. You may also visit our website at www.gtcc.edu.

Graphics and Web Development Courses Learn more about graphic design and website development tools for creative professionals! • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Beginning WordPress Dreamweaver CC Introduction to Graphic Design Introduction to SQL Illustrator CC Illustrator CC Intermediate InDesign CC Photoshop Elements 13 Photoshop Elements 13 Intermediate Photoshop Elements 13 Advanced Photoshop CC Photoshop CC Intermediate Visual Basic 2012 Visual Basic 2012 Intermediate

One Day Computer Workshops

GTCC offers one-day computer workshops in a variety of subjects. These workshops are available on Friday and allow students to grasp skills needed quickly. For more information about the one day computer workshops, the courses, and the requirements to register, visit www.gtcc.edu or contact Amy Leonard, (336) 334-4822 ext. 53062. One Day Computer Workshop Training Areas: • Access 2013 Workshop • PowerPoint 2013 Workshop • Muse Workshop • PowerPoint 2013 Intermediate Workshop • Access 2013 Intermediate Workshop • Introduction to Windows 8.1 Workshop • Photoshop Elements 11 Workshop • Excel 2013 Workshop • Excel 2013 Intermediate Workshop • Photoshop Elements 11 Intermediate Workshop • Edge CC Workshop • Word 2013 Workshop • Introduction to Graphic Design Workshop • Word 2013 Intermediate Workshop

PC Troubleshooting & Repair

Learn to diagnose, identify, and repair failing components of personal computers. Topics include diagnostic techniques for identifying hardware and Windows related problems and repair. Learn the techniques used in determining if and when updates and upgrades are appropriate. These classes are hands-on, emphasizing the diagnoses and repair of personal computers. No textbook required.

• PC Troubleshooting & Repair I • PC Troubleshooting & Repair II • Laptop Troubleshooting & Repair For more information contact Amy Leonard at (336) 334-4822 ext. 53062 or via email at aeleonard@gtcc.edu or may also visit www.gtcc.edu.

Visit gtcc.edu/LL and search for courses by entering part of the title (example: Excel) or the course code with dashes (example: SEF3001-191) in the Search for Courses box. You can use the keyword AND or the keyword OR in your search criteria, but do not use AND and OR. When viewing the list of courses, you can click on the column headings to sort by that column. Click the Select button for each course so that it is put into the Selected Courses (Shopping Cart). When you have finished selecting courses, click the Register button. On the next form, you will be required to enter personal identification details including address, phone, social security number and email. You must pay at the time of registration to complete your enrollment.

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GTCC operates from four campuses and five specialized centers:

You may register in person by completing the Continuing Education Registration Form and bringing it along with your payment (check, cash, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover or money order) to one of the GTCC Campuses. Payment is due at the time of registration.

High Point Campus

When paying in person with check or credit card, please bring two forms of ID. One must be a photo ID. Also, if paying with a credit or debit card, you must present the actual card to the cashier. If paying by check, the account holder’s name, address and account number must be pre-printed on the check. Please visit the Cashiers Page for acceptable forms of ID at: http://bit.ly/H4CeZ6. Registration Locations • Jamestown, 601 East Main Street, Medlin Campus Center, • Greensboro, 3505 E. Wendover Avenue, Continuing Education Center • High Point, 901 S. Main St.,Building H1 Please check the GTCC website for the hours the cashiers office is open. Cashiers Office Hours are subject to change.

Jamestown Campus Main Campus 601 East Main Street

901 South Main Street

Greensboro Campus 3505 East Wendover Avenue

Cameron Campus

7908 Leabourne Road, Colfax, NC

T. H. Davis Aviation Center 260 North Regional Road PTI Airport - Greensboro, NC

Aviation Center II

819 Radar Road PTI Airport - Greensboro, NC

Aviation Center III 1053 Old Stage Coach Road PTI Airport - Greensboro, NC

Small Business Center - Greensboro

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1451 S. Elm Eugene Street, Suite 120, Greensboro, NC

Small Business Center - High Point 1634 North Main Street High Point Chamber of Commerce High Point, NC