2023 CVCC Learning and Personal Enrichment Schedule

Learning and Personal Enrichment courses at CVCC are here to help!

As the Director of the Personal Enrichment and Community Service program, I welcome you to view the Catawba Valley Community College’s Personal Enrichment opportunities. We offer a wide variety of classes throughout the Catawba and Alexander counties.

CVCC provides quality continuing education courses for adults for specific occupational training or just the pure joy of learning something new. Our courses provide life-long learning experiences that help adults fulfill occupational, social and personal needs. Individuals can achieve their fullest potential and effectiveness in a rapidly changing world of increasing knowledge, skill and understanding. The diversity of programs ranges from vocational and technical skills to cultural and personal enrichment.

We welcome any ideas of potential classes in which to offer. Please contact me at ctoney@cvcc.edu or 828.327.7000, Ext. 4320. Thank you for viewing our brochure and taking time to learn more about our programs.

Sincerely,

Director of Community Enrichment

Learning & Personal Enrichment Innovation Center

Online through Instant Online Enrollment at www.cvcc.edu/CCE

By mail send a registration form to Catawba Valley Community College, Attn: Student Services

2550 US Highway 70 SE, Hickory, NC 28602

In person at Student Services

Monday - Thursday: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

If you are already a CVCC student, you can go to the Instant Online Enrollment page on the website under the Continuing Education Section and register. Scan QR to register today!

Enrollment

Pre-enrollment is required for all classes. Enrollment is not complete without payment. Every class has a minimum required enrollment. If this minimum is not met prior to the starting date, that class will be canceled. If you find a class you like, encourage a friend to join, too. Sometimes two or three people make the difference between “go” and “cancel”. You will receive a confirmation of enrollment via email. If you have enrolled by mail and want to confirm that we received your enrollment, please call 828.327.7000, Ext. 4424 or Ext. 4824. We will notify you again if a class in which you have enrolled is full or if a class has been canceled.

Refund Policy

Our instructors are paid for fees collected so we must guarantee a minimum enrollment to schedule a class. If it becomes necessary for you to withdraw from a class, please contact Cheri Toney at 828.327.7000, Ext. 4320 or email her at ctoney@cvcc.edu at least the day before the class begins. No refunds will be given for classes after the class begins.

Schedule Changes

The information in this brochure is based on conditions at the time of printing and is subject to change. Classes may be canceled and/or locations may be changed at the discretion of the program administration.

Access for Students with Disabilities

If you require an accommodation due to a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please call 828.327.7000, Ext. 4222 or at least 7-10 working days in advance to allow time to arrange any services.

Prepare for and earn your Adobe Certifications

The workplace demand for digital media skills—creating, managing, integrating and communicating information using Adobe’s multimedia, visual, or web design software—is on the rise. Adobe certifications help educators effectively teach and validate digital communications skills while providing students and creative professionals with valuable career credentials that demonstrate real-world design process to prospective clients and employers.

Adobe certification exams are difficult, but those that are up to the challenge will reap the rewards that come with owning the most respected certificates in the digital media industry. In order to earn your Adobe Certified Associate certifications, you’ll need to prepare for the exam and our classes can help you do just that! Preparation includes practicing with Adobe tools as well as learning some basic on-the-job skills related to your chosen software certification.

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Illustrator is the industry standard vector graphic software for creating logos, drawings, typography, and illustrations for print, web, video and mobile. In this class, we will cover the workspace, drawing tools, typography, layers, and more! This course will also discuss the formats, professional design workflows, and essential foundational skills.

JAN 12 – FEB 23 TH

Adobe InDesign

CVCC REP 123 6P – 8P $80 Nicole Webb

Adobe InDesign is the industry-leading design and layout software for creating, preflighting, and publishing beautiful documents for print and digital media. This course will provide a thorough explanation of the core features, tools, and techniques that make this powerful software so fun and easy to use. This course will also discuss file formats, working with typography and graphics, professional layout/design workflows, and essential foundational skills.

MARCH 2 – APRIL 13 TH

Adobe Photoshop

CVCC REP 123 6P – 8P $80 Nicole Webb

Adobe Photoshop is the industry standard image manipulation software for creative professionals throughout the world, whether they work in print, photography, web, or multimedia. In this class, we will cover the workspace, tools, basic image corrections and adjustments, manipulation, and masks. This course will also discuss image formats, resolution, professional imaging workflows, and essential foundational skills.

MARCH 21 – MAY 9 T

CVCC REP 123 6P – 8P $80 Nicole Webb

Adobe Photoshop for the Creative Mind

This class will give you an introduction to Photoshop specifically designed for the creative person to learn how to stretch their imagery. Create stunning images and composition. Enhance your photos and improve your social media presence or marketing designs. Expand you photography skills and learn how to use filters, layers, and color manipulation to take your photos to a whole new level. Please bring a thumb drive with photos or images you would like to work with.

JAN 10 - FEB 28 T

CVCC REP 123 6P – 8P $80 Tracy Gansrow

Adobe Lightroom Photography

Adobe Lightroom has become a vital tool for the modern photographer. Adobe Lightroom is used in the photographic process to catalog , find, edit and output images in an incredibly efficient manner. This basic level course will improve your workflow. At the end of the class the student will understand multiple ways to bring images in to Lightroom and take advantage of the meta data features and become familiar with the basic Lightroom modules.

MARCH 23 – MAY 11 TH

CVCC EC 956 6P – 8P $80 Robert Dant

ART CLASSES

Get Your Brushes Wet

This class offers a solid foundation in paint application and proper use of a variety of materials including oil, acrylic, watercolor, and pastel. Learn how to organize a composition, mix colors, and develop general painting skills. Designed for beginners as well as more experienced painters.

JAN 11 – MARCH 1 W CVCC EC 988 9A – 12P $75 Tracy Gansrow

JAN 11 – MARCH 1 W W Hickory 1P – 4P $75 Tracy Gansrow Senior Cit Ctr

JAN 11 – MARCH 1 W CVCC EC 988 6P – 9P $75 Tracy Gansrow

JAN 12 – MARCH 2 TH CVCC EC 988 9A – 12P $75 Tracy Gansrow

MARCH 15 – MAY 10 W CVCC EC 988 9A – 12P $75 Tracy Gansrow

MARCH 15 – MAY 10 W W Hickory 1P – 4P $75 Tracy Gansrow Senior Cit Ctr

MARCH 15 – MAY 10 W CVCC EC 988 6P – 9P $75 Tracy Gansrow

MARCH 16 – MAY 11 TH CVCC EC 988 9A – 12P $75 Tracy Gansrow

Watercolors-Beginning/Intermediate

Designed for beginners and intermediate, students will get a solid foundation in the art of watercolor painting. Gain a basic understanding of watercolor painting as you explore the elements and basic techniques of watercolors. Tap into your creative side with watercolor exploration. A supply list will be discussed on first night of class.

JAN 17 – MARCH 7 T CVCC EC 988 6P – 9P $75

Beads and Beyond Jewelry Making

Randy Bell

In this four-session class, we will make our own clay beads and pendants for creating unique necklaces, bracelets and earrings that will certainly be the conversation pieces of the season! Open to all experience levels. All materials, including metal findings, will be included.

FEB 8 – MARCH 1 W CVCC EC 1081 6P – 8P $121.25

Abstract Acrylic and Oil with Cold Wax

Laurie Schorr

This workshop will focus on Abstract Acrylic Painting with emphasis on composition, design, exploration and experimentation. You may paint on canvas, wood, paper or any other substrate you may like. On day 2 you will be working with oil and cold wax. You will learn mixing, applying, building texture and uncovering layers of beauty with your piece.

JAN 9 – 10 M/T CVCC EC 988 9A – 4P $100

Pat Flachbart

DEFENSIVE DRIVING

If you have been charged with a minor traffic violation in the Burke, Caldwell or Catawba County district, you could have your citation charges reduced by District Attorney Scott Reilly by completing a 4-hour Defensive Driving course (22 years of age and older), an Alive @ 25 course (ages 16-21yo) or a court ordered 8-hour Defensive Driving class. The courses are available through CVCC and the Safety and Health Council of North Carolina. Complete the course and present the certificate of completion to the District Attorney’s office for payment no later than five working days before your scheduled court date.

The 4-hour Defensive Driving classes are offered every Thursday evening from 6p-10p and Saturday mornings from 9a-1p. The Alive @ 25 classes are offered every Saturday morning from 9a-1p. CVCC offers a court ordered 8-hour class twice a month from 8a-5p. You must register in person Monday-Thursday from 8a-4:30p or you can go online and fill out the mandatory pre-registration form. Once this form is submitted, you will receive an Instant Online Enrollment link within 24 hours of filling out this form. This link will give you directions of how to complete the online registration process.

The Defensive Driving and the Alive @ 25 classes cost $60 and the 8-hour class cost $100. A certificate of completion is given in the classroom for court purposes.

To pre-register, scan the QR codeor visit https://www.cvcc.edu/DefensiveDriving for further information.

Quilting & Needle Fun

You decide what size quilt or what needle you want to use and what pattern you want to make. You will start with the basics and go from there. Designed for the beginner to intermediate student. JAN 2

Sewing-Beginning

Designed for the beginner, students will learn to thread and use a sewing machine. Learn simple sewing techniques and how to sew small items using straight and curve seams. Sewing machines are provided. A general supply list will be provided on the first night of class. JAN

POTTERY CLASSES & WORKSHOPS

Pottery on the Wheel I

This class is designed for the beginner. In this course, students will become familiar with turning methods and materials used in creating basic forms with the potters’ wheel.

JAN 17 – MARCH 7 T CVCC EC 1081 9A – 12P $196.25 Teresa Icenhour

JAN 18 – MARCH 8 W CVCC EC 1081 6P – 9P $196.25 Evelyn Arnold

JAN 17 – MARCH 7 T CVCC EC 1081 6P – 9P $196.25 Preston Tolbert

MARCH 21 – MAY 16 T CVCC EC 1081 9A – 12P $196.25 Teresa Icenhour

MARCH 21 – MAY 16 T CVCC EC 1081 6P – 9P $196.25 Preston Tolbert

MARCH 22 – MAY 17 W CVCC EC 1081 6P – 9P $196.25 Evelyn Arnold

Pottery on the Wheel II

Designed for students with prior experience using the potters’ wheel, students will work on self-directed independent projects with impromptu discussions and demonstrations based on individual needs.

JAN 19 – MARCH 9 TH CVCC EC 1081 6P – 9P $196.25 Preston Tolbert

MARCH 23 – MAY 18 TH CVCC EC 1081 6P – 9P $196.25 Preston Tolbert

Pottery on the Wheel Workshop

In this one-day workshop, students will become familiar with turning and creating basic forms with the potters’ wheel. The class includes instruction and materials to create at least one food-safe and microwave-safe piece of handmade pottery per person.

MARCH 25 S CVCC EC 1081 9A – 12P $46.25 Teresa Icenhour

APRIL 22 S CVCC EC 1081 9A – 12P $46.25 Teresa Icenhour

MAY 13 S CVCC EC 1081 9A – 12P $46.25 Teresa Icenhour

Couples Pottery Wheel

In celebration of Valentine’s Day, this class includes all instruction and materials to create at least one food-safe microwave-safe piece of handmade pottery per person. Couples in attendance will be given a demonstration of the basics of throwing on the wheel.

FEBRUARY 11 S CVCC EC 1081 9A – 12P $46.25 Teresa Icenhour

Hand Built Pottery Bird House

Using handbuilding techniques, participants will create a bird house out of clay. Students will then be encouraged to add texture using surface design techniques. Each student will create one bird house and select a glaze color for the piece.

MARCH 25

S CVCC EC 1081 9A – 12P $46.25 Laurie Schorr

Hand Built Pottery Flower Pot

Show off your pretty spring flowers and growing garden herbs in handmade flower pots! In this workshop, you will learn basic handbuilding techniques, such as making coil pots and using the slab roller to create unique flower pots for your home and garden.

APRIL 22

S CVCC EC 1081 9A – 12P $46.25 Laurie Schorr

Hand Built Pottery Garden Gnome

In this workshop students will learn how to build a garden gnome made of clay, using handbuilding techniques such as pinch pots and slab building. Students will glaze their piece the same day. No experience is required.

MAY 13 S CVCC EC 1081 9A – 12P $46.25 Laurie Schorr

Hand Built Pottery Mug

Using handbuilding techniques, participants will create a mug out of clay. Students will then be encouraged to add texture using surface design techniques. Each student will create two mugs and select a glaze color for the piece.

FEBRUARY 11 S CVCC EC 1081 9A – 12P $46.25 Laurie Schorr

Hand Built Pottery Techniques

This course is for the beginning pottery student and provides instruction on basic hand building techniques. Students will learn techniques for hand building and a variety of functional forms such as mugs, bowls and platters without the use of the potter’s wheel.

JAN 19 – MARCH 9 TH CVCC EC 1081 6P – 9P $196.25 Laurie Schorr

MARCH 23 – MAY 18 TH CVCC EC 1081 6P – 9P $196.25 Laurie Schorr

Hand Built Pottery II

This class is designed for intermediate to advanced hand builders. Students will work on self-directed independent projects with impromptu discussions and demonstrations based on individual needs.

JAN 23 – MARCH 13 M CVCC EC 1081 6P – 9P $196.25 Evelyn Arnold

MARCH 20 – MAY 15 M CVCC EC 1081 6P – 9P $196.25 Evelyn Arnold

Open Pottery Workshop: Hand & Wheel

This class is open to anyone with previous hand building or wheel experience. Students will have the opportunity to work on individual clay projects of their choice and at their own pace to develop their skill level and personal style.

JAN 18 – MARCH 8 W CVCC EC 1081 9A – 12P $196.25 Evelyn Arnold

MARCH 22 – MAY 17 W CVCC EC 1081 9A – 12P $196.25 Evelyn Arnold

GUN SAFETY CLASSES

Basic Pistol for Women

Many years ago, self-protection typically fell to the man of the household, but that’s not the case today. Women are purchasing handguns now more than ever and wish to have a foundation of knowledge about the “tool” that may be necessary to defend themselves. This hands-on course teaches 2nd amendment rights, the proper way to handle a handgun, safety in and outside the home, explanation of ammunition, and it touches on the 5 basic fundamentals of shooting. This is not a NRA or conceal carry course. No prerequisite required. Optional range time. This class is taught by NRA Certified Pistol Instructor, Tom McNeely.

FEBRUARY 11

S CVCC EC 1026 9A – 12P $40 Tom McNeely

APRIL 15 S CVCC EC 1001 9A – 12P $40 Tom McNeely

Basic Handgun Education-Women

The modern woman is stepping up her role to protect herself and the people she cares for. This hands-on course teaches basic philosophy about how to “turn the tables” on your attackers, purchasing a handgun for defense, defensive pistol techniques, situational awareness (avoiding conflict to begin with), the 9 conceal carry methods for women, drawing from holster, ready positions and grip, defensive ammo, staying out of jail in a shooting, and much, much more. This is not a conceal carry course. Pre-requisite is completing the Basic Pistol for Women course OR have a valid Conceal Carry Permit. Optional range time for additional fee--please contact Cheri Toney at 828.327.7000 Ext. 4320 or email ctoney@cvcc.edu to schedule range time. Range slots are limited to first come/ first serve. Note: No pistol ownership is required to take class and no pistols are allowed on campus.

JANUARY 28

S CVCC EC 1001 9A – 12P $40 Tom McNeely

FEBRUARY 11 S CVCC EC 956 9A – 12P $40 Tom McNeely

MARCH 25

APRIL 29

S CVCC EC 1001 9A – 12P $40 Tom McNeely

S CVCC EC 1001 9A – 12P $40 Tom McNeely

GARDENING & FLORAL DESIGN

Gardening 101

If you are interested in learning how to cultivate a garden, then this 6-week class is for you! You will get tips on creating a helpful way to get your garden growing. Discussion of preparing the correct soil, choosing the right fertilizers and prevent weeding trouble are just a few of the basics that will be discussed. You will be ready to create and harvest your rewards of the knowledge of gardening!

FEB 27 – APRIL 3 M CVCC EC 1209 6P – 9P $75 Brenda Bowman

DANCE & EXERCISE

Line Dancing: A Fun Way to Exercise

Come enjoy the beginning steps of Line Dancing and having fun! Dress in comfortable clothing.

JAN 17 – MARCH 7 T Newton Rec Ctr 6P – 8P $80 Angela Dillard

MARCH 21 – MAY 9 T Newton Rec Ctr 6P – 8P $80 Angela Dillard

WOW: Women on Weights

This class is a beginner weightlifting class for females. In this class, you will learn a variety of free weight exercises, proper use of exercise bands, body weight exercises, and more. Proper form will be taught to ensure the best results as well as to prevent possible injuries. Exercises are adaptable in most circumstances. However, there will be some floor work.

JAN 9 – MARCH 1 M/W CVCC Tarlton 5:30 – 6:15P $60 Nancy Gregory MPC 048

MARCH 20 – MAY 10 M/W CVCC Tarlton 5:30 – 6:15P $60 Nancy Gregory MPC 048

Yoga-Beg/Int.

This class will teach you the basics of Yoga. We will incorporate the exercise balls to help strengthen the core and enhance the relaxation segment

JAN 10 – MARCH 2 T/TH Grace &

5:30 – 6:15P $60 Nancy Gregory Gumption, Newton

MARCH 21 – MAY 11 T/TH Grace & 5:30 – 6:15P $60 Nancy Gregory Gumption, Newton

LANGUAGE

Spanish-Conversational

This beginners course introduces expressions and vocabulary for basic conversation. It spans a range of practical topics with special focus on using Spanish in the workplace or traveling to a Spanish-speaking country. The required book for this course is ‘15-Minute Spanish: Learn in Just 12 Weeks’ [ISBN: 978-1-4654-6298-5]. The book costs approximately $12.99 and can be purchased from Barnes and Noble or online from www.amazon.com.

JAN

MARCH

Spanish-Conversational-Advanced

This course is designed for beginners who have successfully completed Conversational Spanish I (and people with a very elementary understanding of the Spanish language). This course is a continuation to expressions and vocabulary for basic conversation spanning a range of practical topics with special focus on using Spanish in the workplace or traveling to a Spanishspeaking country. The required book for this course is ‘15-Minute Spanish: Learn in Just 12 Weeks’ [ISBN: 978-1-4654-6298-5]. The book costs approximately $12.99 and can be purchased from Barnes and Noble or online from www.amazon. com.

JAN

STAINED GLASS

Stained Glass-Beginning

Learn the fundamentals of stained-glass design in this fun and entertaining class with an emphasis on lampshades. You will learn how to choose the correct glass, create patterns, cut and grind glass and complete two projects.

JAN

WRITING CLASSES

Creative Writing

Open up the world of creative writing and learn to say what you want in the best, most efficient, and attractive way possible. Designed for the beginner as well as the advanced writer, this general writing workshop will help you to develop your own voice or recognizable style. Participants will learn how to craft strong fiction and poetry, as well as engaging in peer critique of their work.

JAN

COOKING & CAKE DECORATING

Beg. Cake Decorating

We will start with the most basic of cakes and work our way up to a simple antigravity cake. The cost of the class includes a kit which you will receive on the first night of class.

JAN 24 – FEB 28 T CVCC EC 1209 6P – 8P $95 Annette Maines

Food Preservation

This two-day class covers food preservation by canning and dehydration. Topics will include pressure and water bath canning and food preservation by dehydration. Canning times, supplies, recipes, and types of foods that can be canned and dehydrated will be discussed along with demonstrations on food preparation.

APRIL 24 – MAY 8 M CVCC EC 1209 6P – 9P $55 Brenda Bowman

Food for Life: Kickstart Your Health

This class focuses on kickstarting your health utilizing a low-fat, whole foods, plant-based diet. A diet of whole grains, beans, vegetables, and fruits can help individuals lose weight and prevent chronic diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and cancer.

JANUARY 21 S CVCC EC 1209 9A – 11:30A $50 Leticia Nichols

JANUARY 28 S CVCC EC 1209 9A – 11:30A $50 Leticia Nichols

PHOTOGRAPHY

Photography Basics

This course will cover the basics of manual camera operation. Determining proper exposure, the interplay between aperture & shutter speeds, composition, photographic techniques, and supporting equipment will be explored. In this course we will use the camera’s aperture priority, shutter priority, and manual settings to make proper exposures. After taking this course a student should be able to photograph a scene to depict it as they desire. An SLR camera that can be manually operated is required.

AUTOMOTIVE CERTIFICATIONS

Auto Dealer Initial Training

CVCC offers a 12-hour virtual Zoom class to become a licensed independent dealer. Students must have a computer with a microphone and camera and have access to Zoom.registration fee.

JAN 16 – 18 M - W Zoom 9A – 1P $200 D. Mauk

FEB 20 – 22 M - W Zoom 5P – 9P $200 D. Mauk

MARCH 20 – 22 M - W Zoom 5P – 9P $200 D. Mauk

APRIL 24 – 26 M - W Zoom 5P – 9P $200 D. Mauk

MAY 1 – 3 M - W Zoom 9A – 1P $200 D. Mauk

JUNE 12 – 14 M - W Zoom 5P – 9P $200 D. Mauk

JULY 10– 12 M - W Zoom 5P – 9P $200 D. Mauk

Auto Dealer-Renewal

In this 6-hour virtual training, students will obtain their vehicle independent dealers license. Students must have a computer with microphone and camera and have access to Zoom

JAN 19 – 20 TH/F Zoom 9A – 12P $100 D. Mauk

FEB 23 – 24 TH/F Zoom 5P – 8P $100 D. Mauk

MARCH 23 – 24 TH/F Zoom 9A – 12P $100 D. Mauk

APRIL 27 – 28 TH/F Zoom 5P – 8P $100 D. Mauk

MAY 4 – 5 TH/F Zoom 9A – 12P $100 D. Mauk

JUNE 15 – 16 TH/F Zoom 5P – 8P $100 D. Mauk

JULY 13 – 14 TH/F Zoom 5P – 8P $100 D. Mauk

VEHICLE SAFETY SCHEDULE

Vehicle OBDII Emissions

This class covers the training for certification in the OBDII emissions inspection according to NC DMV regulations. Students must bring their drivers’ license and LT-310 Form (Action form for Inspector/Mechanic Certification) to class. Books will be given to students in class.

JANUARY 28

FEBRUARY 25

MARCH 25

APRIL 29

Vehicle Safety Inspection

This class covers the training for certification in the safety inspection according to NC DMV regulations. Students must bring their drivers’ license and LT-310 Form (Action form for Inspector/Mechanic Certification) to class.

JANUARY 7

FEBRUARY 11

NOTARY PUBLIC

Notary Public

CVCC offers the 8-hour Notary class that is required to obtain a NC Commission as a Notary Public. Each class is taught by a certified instructor and provides an introduction to the statutes which regulate the acts of NC notaries. In person pre-registration is required. The registration fee includes a book, which is given to the student at the time of registration.

JANUARY 17 T CVCC EC 975 8A – 5P $75 John Palinkas

JANUARY 21 S CVCC EC 1001 8A – 5P $75 John Palinkas

FEB 8 – 9 W/TH CVCC AC 227 4P – 8P $75 John Palinkas

FEB 11 S CVCC EC 8A – 5P $75 John Palinkas

FEB 23 TH CVCC EC 1001 8A – 5P $75 John Palinkas

MARCH 6 M CVCC EC 1001 8A – 5P $75 John Palinkas

MARCH 15 W CVCC EC 1001 8A – 5P $75 John Palinkas

MARCH 20 M CVCC AC 103 8A – 5P $75 John Palinkas

MARCH 28 T CVCC EC 1001 8A – 5P $75 John Palinkas

APRIL 3 M CVCC EC 1001 8A – 5P $75 John Palinkas

APRIL 26 W CVCC EC 1001 8A – 5P $75 John Palinkas

MAY 1 M CVCC EC 1001 8A – 5P $75 John Palinkas

MAY 10 W CVCC EC 1001 8A – 5P $75 John Palinkas

E-Notary

Participants must hold a valid commission as a notary public in NC in order to qualify for this certification. This course instructs individuals in procedures required to exercise electronic notarial acts as set forth by the NC Secretary of State. The course will cover the NC Electronic Notary Act and notary processes.

FEBRUARY 15 W CVCC EC 1001 6P – 9P $75 John Palinkas

APRIL 20 TH CVCC EC 1001 6P– 9P $75 John Palinkas

NEW CLASSES!

Barbering College

Offered as a short-term continuing education training, the barbering course will teach students to professionally style and cut men’s and women’s hair of all types. Students will learn about the implements and tools used in barbering, shaving, chemical services, skin treatment, and the business aspect of barbering. Students will work with both mannequins and live clients. Classes are offered both day and night. Full-time students can complete the program in 10-11 months; parttime students can complete in 14-15 months. Upon completion, the barbering program students will be licensed by the state of NC to be professional barbers in any barbershop in our great state.

For additional information, contact David Williams at 828.994.4246 or Angie Rice, 828.327.7000, Ext. 4319.

Basic Rider Course

Basic Rider Course (BRC): This 20 – 22-hour course is designed for new riders who have never ridden a motorcycle, and for re entry riders who have not ridden in a long time. Even experienced riders who have taken this course have told us afterwards that they learned a lot. Persons interested in attending a BRC must be 16 years of age or older. Students under the age of 18 must have the written consent of a parent or guardian. You should have a driver’s license or learner’s permit to take the course. However, you must be able to ride a bicycle, and you must possess some degree of strength. Motorcycles are provided. Upon successful completion of the BRC, you will be issued a skills waiver card for the NCDMV. This means the DMV will not require you to take their motorcycle riding test. You will still be required to visit your local DMV office and take their written exam before being issued a motorcycle endorsement.

A class schedule will be available by the 1st of February.