WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

Automotive

VEHICLE OBD INSPECTION

This course is designed to meet training requirements (initial and/or renewal) for On Board Diagnostics (OBD) Emission Inspection Program administered by NC Division of Motor Vehicles, License and Thief Bureau. Safety Certification is required before your OBD will be awarded. Safety class should be taken before OBD class. Topics covered include an overview of DMV OBD regulations, inspection procedures, and proper use of diagnostic equipment.

SAFETY INSPECTION

This course is designed to meet the training requirements (initial and renewal) for the Auto Safety Inspection Program, which is administered by the NC Division of Motor Vehicles. This course includes an overview of regulations, inspection procedures, and the proper use of diagnostic equipment. This course should be taken before the OBD Inspection course.

Beauty and Wellness

ESTHETICIAN II

Prerequisite: Esthetics Part I. Topics include advanced treatments as well as salon business and employment skills. Students will perform services and receive training in a simulated salon environment under the direction of a licensed instructor. Upon successful completion of this course the students are eligible to sit for NC state board licensure exams. Additional cost for licensure fees.

MASSAGE THERAPY I

The course provides students with a solid foundation that leads to a high paying career as a licensed massage therapist. The course provides a balance of traditional lecture and hands-on training. Course topics include anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, Swedish massage techniques, and customer service. The course requires books, uniform, and supplies.

MASSAGE THERAPY II

Prerequisite: Massage Therapy I. In the second part of the massage therapy program the coursework continues with instruction in sports and seated massage, business law and ethics as well as hands on training. The students will perform massage services in a simulated massage clinic under the direction of a licensed massage instructor. Upon successful completion of the course students are eligible to sit for the licensure exam administered by FSTMB(MBLEX). Addition cost for books and licensing exam.

NAIL/MANICURIST

This one semester course, offered in English or Spanish will focus on developing manicuring and pedicuring skills. Students will learn through traditional lecture and hands-on clinical training. Topics include safety and sanitation requirements, skills and techniques in artificial nail enhancements, nail art, and customer service. Students learn the latest procedures in a simulated salon environment and gain valuable experience providing clients with a complete range of manicuring and pedicuring services. This course prepares students to sit for the NC state board licensure exams. Additional Fee for kit, books, uniform, and licesnsing exam.

NATURAL HAIR CARE

This 300-hour NC State board approved course is designed to teach students how to care for natural hair without the use of chemicals such as perms/relaxers and hair color. The style techniques include braiding, twisting, wrapping, extending and locking natural hair. For more information call (910) 755-7378.

Computer Courses

COMPTIA SECURITY +

This course will assist you in preparing for the CompTIA Security+ certification SY0-601 exam through comprehensive material that covers the key objectives and fundamentals to perform core security functions while pursuing an information technology-based career.

COMPUTER BASICS

This course is a beginner’s hands-on class for those with no computer experience. Students will learn terminology, how to set up e-mail, how to create, save and retrieve a document, and how to use a search engine.

MICROSOFT OFFICE: ACCESS & EXCEL

In this course students will gain the skills necessary to create templates, sort and filter, import, export, and analyze data, and database management.

Culinary Courses

BARTENDING BASICS

Learn the basics of becoming a bartender with emphasis on North Carolina alcoholic beverage control laws, alcohol responsibilities, alcohol awareness and bar setup. Hands-on instructions will be provided in making drinks and drink recipes.

CULINARY EDGE

Successful completion of this advanced course will assist students with utilizing modern techniques of food preparation and presentation. The course will focus on sauteeing and grilling a variety of food selections. In addition, students will be exposed to the proper use of the four workstations, proper lock-down, clean-up and sanitation procedures. Upon completion of this course, students will be prepared to sit for the American Culinary Federation Exam (ART COOK) PART II.

Culinary Foundations

You will gain an understanding of safety and sanitation principles as they relate to the food and culinary industry. You will gain a basic understanding of nutrition principles as they relate to the food and culinary industry PART I.

YOUNG CHEF’S CAMP

Young Chefs Camp cooking experiences deliver an immersive culinary adventure for the young chefs within our community, empowering budding chefs to grow in their knowledge of the culinary arts and self-confidence. Each day is filled with fun, hands-on adventures as we build upon new culinary skills and techniques. Our experienced staff is ready to deliver a well-rounded experience filled with culinary knowledge and fun.

CULINARY: BITE SIZE BITES

Bite size Bites is a hands on 3-hour course that will develop the student’s skills to prepare delicious and unique hors oeuvres. Examples will include mini quiches, shrimp tempura, and various sliders.

CULINARY: FARM TO TABLE

This class is designed to help you learn how to source, shop, and prepare locally grown and in-season meals. Preparing locally grown and harvested produce and proteins that you can be confident of their journey from seed to plate! Eating locally isn’t just good for your health, it builds sustainable food systems for our area. Utilizing our local farms invests in our health and our farmers. Join us in nurturing community relations while preparing delicious food in a professional kitchen setting!

CULINARY: INTERNATIONAL CUISINE

Each evening we will concentrate on Cuisine from a different Country or region of the world. The dishes will concentrate on ingredients based on geography, cultural aspects and historical references.

CULINARY: ROOT VEGETABLES

We will demonstrate the preparation of healthful, savory recipes using root vegetables. Participants will learn how to make delicious seasonal vegetables, and then feast on the recipes prepared during class.

CULINARY: THANKSGIVING SIDES

Thanksgiving is all about the sides! Come learn new tricks to re-invent your Thanksgiving meal. As an added bonus, feast on the recipes prepared during class.

CULINARY: WINTER SOUPS

Come join us and experience fun, hands-on, step-by-step soup preparation of a properly prepared soup. Then feast on the recipes prepared during class.

Healthcare Courses

HEALTH CARE CAREER FOCUS

This 7-hour course serves as a pre-requisite for Nurse Aide I, Patient Care Technician, Cardiovascular Technician, and Phlebotomy. Course topics include employment opportunities, resources at Brunswick CC, study skills, and assessment that measures applied math, workplace documents, and graphic literacy.

Medication Aide

The 26 hr Medication Aide Training Course has been developed by the Department of Health and Human Services and the North Carolina Board of Nursing to provide an educational experience for certified Nursing Assistants to administer medications in long term care settings. The course is designed to provide class, laboratory practice, and safe medication administration. Following course completion, the student will be eligible to take the N.C. State Board Medication Aide Exam for skilled nursing homes required for listing as a Medication Aide in the state of North Carolina.

Nurse Aide I Refresher

This 48-hour course includes traditional lecture and lab skills that prepare students for North Carolina’s NAI exam. The pre-requisite for this course Nurse Aide I. This class cannot serve as a replacement for Nurse Aide I.

Nurse Aide Level I

This 192 hr course consists of classroom lecture, lab skills and a 40 hour clinical experience. The course prepares students to work in skilled nursing facilities, home health, hospice, physician offices, and hospitals. In addition, this courses serves as the prerequisite for the Nursing Program. Upon completion, students are eligible to obtain North Carolina’s Nursing Assistant Certification.

Phlebotomy

This 216 hour course provides traditional lecture, skills, and clinical experience that prepare students for the proper collection of blood and other specimens associated with diagnostic testing. Successful completion allows students to perform specimen collection procedures on patients in various health care settings. Upon course close, students may seek national certification as a phlebotomy technician.

PHARMACY TECH

This 204-hour course covers Federal laws/regulations, conversions/calculations, dosage forms/routes of administration, anatomy and physiology, microbiology, chemistry and CPR class. The course also prepares students for the National Pharmacy Tech Certification Board Examination.

Notary

NOTARY

Notaries play an important role in preventing fraud and provide a means of validating records, actions, and agreements. They verify the identity of individuals executing documents that transfer valuable property, establish legal rights, and obligations. This course requires students to have the latest edition of the NC Notary text prior to class. Students are also required to submit a copy of their driver’s license when registering for the course.

Trades

Blueprint Reading

This course introduces students to the basic principles of blueprint reading. Course topics include line types, orthographic projections, dimensioning methods, and notes for residential and commercial construction. Upon successful completion, students will interpret blueprints and visualize the features of a part.

Electrical I Residential Accelerated

This course prepares students for an entry-level light construction and basic residential electrical installations. Topics include static electricity, OHMs law, DC circuits, alternating & direct currents, indicators, transformers, capacitors, electronic, safety, green building practices, blueprint reading, and regulatory NEC requirements for residential facilities. The skills acquired prepares the student for immediate employment in the electrical field. Student will also have the opportunity to obtain a 10-hour OSHA safety card, NCCER and Greenlee certifications.

Electrical License Renewal

This course provides important updates that are related to changes found within the national electrical code. Instruction will also address amendments associated with North Carolina’s code. Successful completion of this course will meet the continuing education requirements that are mandated by the North Carolina Board of Electrical Contractors.

Electrical Line Worker

This 10-week, 400-hour course will prepare students for employment in the electrical utility industry. This accelerated course will lead to the following industry recognized credentials: 3M, Greenlee, OSHA, Flagger, CPR/First Aid, Pole Top & Bucket Rescue, Forklift Safety, and Competent Person Trenching. Project Based learning, climbing, equipment usage, teamwork, physical conditioning, electrical theory and line repair are core components of this course. Course content aligns with the outcomes defined by the Carolina Energy Workers Consortium. Pre-registration requirements include GED, high school diploma, valid driver’s license, and the Department of Transportation physical exam results.

Electrical Tech I Residential

This course prepares students for an entry-level light construction and basic residential electrical installations. Topics include static electricity, OHMs law, DC circuits, alternating & direct currents, indicators, transformers, capacitors, electronic, safety, green building practices, blueprint reading, and regulatory NEC requirements for residential facilities. The skills acquired prepares the student for immediate employment in the electrical field. Student will also have the opportunity to obtain a 10-hour OSHA safety card, NCCER and GreenLee certifications.

Electrical Tech Ii Commercial

Pre requisite Electrical Tech I. This course Load calculations, conductor selection calculations, practical lighting applications, hazardous locations, overcurrent protection, distribution equipment, transformers, commercial electrical services, motor calculations, voice, data, & video, motor controls. Students will also have the opportunity to obtain NCCER & Green Lee certifications.

HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING I

The purpose of this course is to prepare students to make a successful start toward becoming craftsman in the HVAC field. Course will familiarize student with mechanical codes. Students will have opportunity to obtain National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) pocket card as well as OSHA ten hour pocket card upon successfully completion of required exams. Course work includes lecture, handouts and hands-on experience. Book required.

Welding Basics

The purpose of this course is to prepare students to make a successful start toward becoming craftsman in the welding trade. Students learn to use gases and/or welding processes and to braze and solder metal parts according to diagrams, blueprints, or written specifications.

Workforce Development

Aviation Ground School

This course is a study in aerospace history, weather, navigation, instruments, preflight planning, regulations, radio communications, and the aviation field and procedures necessary to become a safe private pilot. Upon completion of the course, students will have the knowledge required to pass the Private Pilot Airplane written exam.

Aviation Instrument Rating

This course is designed to teach pilots to operate aircraft in low-visibility environments to rely solely on instruments to navigate the aircraft in situations where they cannot rely on visual instincts. The certification qualifies the pilot to fly under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) and is designed to advance the Private Pilot student to an instrument rating status. Prerequisite: AER-3103 Aviation Ground School.

Boat Engine Repair

This course covers two- and four-cycle engines that are used for marine vessel propulsion. Emphasis is placed on design, cooling systems, lubrication systems, and air in-take systems. Upon completion of the program, students should be able to test, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair marine engine systems.

Conversational Spanish

This course is for students who are interested in building their communication skills in Spanish for the workplace or travel. Emphasis is on basic grammar, phonetics, vocabulary acquisition, and sentences used in everyday situations. Upon completion, students should be able to express ideas clearly and engage in basic conversation in Spanish.

FORKLIFT CERTIFICATION

This course provides instruction on the operation and maintenance of an industrial forklift and is designed for those individuals that want to obtain or renew their certification with the National Safety Council. Core topics include forklift design, controls and instrumentation, pre-use inspection, safety awareness, and forklift stability. Students must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver’s license.

LEAD SAFETY REMOVAL-INITIAL

This course will prepare students and organizations to meet the EPA’s Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule (RRP Rule 40CFR 745225). The learning objectives are based on the safe renovation, repair, and disturbance of lead-based paint in homes and facilities built before 1978. This course includes skills assessment and the required certification for lead safety removal.

LEAD SAFETY REMOVAL-REFRESHER

This is a 4-hour class for Certified Renovators who wish to maintain their certification active prior to expiration date of their original certification (5 years in NC). Submit a copy of the unexpired certificate at the time of registration.

PARALEGAL II

Students enrolling in this program will understand the core concepts needed to pass the NC Paralegal Examination and how to establish a successful career in the legal field. Upon completion, students will be equipped to conduct valuable legal research, craft legal correspondence, interview, organize case files, and navigate the litigation process. Students will learn from experienced attorneys and have access to a variety of resources that provide case studies, group projects, and traditional lecture. Requirement: High School Diploma/GED. Prerequisite: Paralegal I

Small Unmanned Aircraft System

This course prepares learners for small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS)/Drone flight certification. Learners will gain an introduction to commercial, government, and recreational drone applications. Coursework will highlight topics such as regulations, weather, airspace, human factors and sUAS performance. Upon completion, students will be prepared to sit for the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Knowledge Test and NCDOT UAS Operator Permit.

SHIPPING DANGEROUS GOODS BY GROUND AND AIR

Proper training is important for anyone who handles hazardous materials or dangerous goods, regardless of the amount. This informational course will provide material on laws & regulations, classifications & descriptions, shipping papers, general packaging requirements, security plans and emergency response plans.

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VETERINARY ASSISTANT

This course allows you the opportunity to gain knowledge in veterinary terminology, anatomy and physiology, animal behavior and communication, grooming techniques and proper handling of animals. Topics will include obtaining and collecting specimens, emergency care, medical charts and office management techniques. Students will have the opportunity to earn pet CPR and First Aid. This course prepares students for entry level employment as Veterinary Assistants.