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it starts here.

Enhance Your Career. Find a New Passion.

MAKE AMAZING HAPPEN. At GTCC, we’re serious about serving our community. To us, it means improving the quality of life in Guilford County. We are committed to creating learning opportunities that promote workforce and economic development in our area.

Whether you want to improve your computer skills, learn how to read and write English as a second language, earn a free GED, or find low-cost options to gain new skills and take the next step in your career—GTCC is the place for you.

We offer a variety of non-credit, short-term programs specific to industries like information technology (IT), health care, construction, aviation, skilled trades, and other areas to get you into the workforce quickly. Non-degree programs include English for Speakers of Other Languages, high school equivalency preparation, small business support, and a variety of engaging courses for personal enrichment.

No matter what your career or personal goals are, GTCC’s Workforce and Continuing Education program is here to help you reach them! Choose from more than 100 non-degree, continuing education opportunities with online, evening, and weekend options.

degree (credit) vs. non-degree (non-credit) GTCC’s Workforce Continuing Education (WCE) courses are non-credit, meaning that you won’t earn college credit toward a degree in most cases, but you will earn industry-recognized certifications and continuing education units (CEUs).

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DEGREE PROGRAMS

NON-DEGREE PROGRAMS

—Curriculum—

—Workforce Continuing Education (WCE)—

Require high school transcript

Most do not require high school transcript

Courses lead to an associate degree

Courses lead to an industry-recognized credential or continuing education unit (CEU)

Long-term

Short-term

Option to transfer to a four-year school

Some courses may be eligible for college credit

Follow semester calendar

Option to start throughout the year

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what will YOU learn?

EXPLORE Explore GTCC’s course offerings by visiting gtcc.edu.

CLICK Click the main menu button at the top right corner of the page.

CHOOSE Select “Academics” from the menu that appears and choose...

• Workforce Training • Adult Education, or • Personal Enrichment to find course offerings, learn about scholarships and financial aid, and more.

3 easy ways to register:

1: online Visit discover.gtcc.edu and search for a course. Add a course to your cart by clicking the “Select” button next to the course listing, followed by the “Add Section” button. Add more courses as wanted and click the “Next” button at the top right of the window. Follow the prompts to complete the process.

Note: To see a list of all courses, click the “Search” button without entering search criteria.

2: by mail Download and complete the registration form found at gtcc.edu/workforce-training. Mail it with your payment (check, cash, credit card, or money order) to one of the GTCC registration locations listed below.

3: in-person Download and complete the registration form found at gtcc.edu/workforce-training. Bring it with your payment (check, cash, credit card, or money order) to one of the GTCC registration locations listed below. Call 336-334-4822 to confirm hours of operation.

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Jamestown Campus

Greensboro Campus

High Point Campus

601 E. Main St. Jamestown, NC Medlin Campus Center Second Floor

3505 E. Wendover Ave. Greensboro, NC Continuing Education Center

901 S. Main St. High Point, NC H1 Building

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Spring 2024 Course Catalog

ARTS & CRAFTS CSP-4000-BP11 CSP-4000-BP12

BASIC PHOTOGRAPHY

• Wednesday, 6-8:30 p.m.

• Jan. 10-Feb. 14, or • Feb. 28-April 3 • Jamestown Campus • $70

CSP-4000-AP12

ABSTRACT PHOTOGRAPHY II

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Building on skills learned in Abstract Photography I, students will expand their understanding of photographic composition by completing a series of challenging assignments. Use different elements to create visually appealing abstract images, ultimately creating a portfolio with select images to be displayed locally.

Learn about the basic mechanics of a camera and how each part is used to create quality photographs.

CSP-4000-AP11

ABSTRACT PHOTOGRAPHY I

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Tuesday, 6-8:30 p.m.

Jan. 9-Feb. 13 $70 Greensboro Campus Expand your understanding of photographic composition by completing a series of challenging assignments.

Tuesday, 6-8:30 p.m.

Feb. 27-April 2 $70 Greensboro Campus

CSP-4000-MP11

INTRODUCTION TO MACRO PHOTOGRAPHY

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Tuesday, 6-8:30 p.m.

April 9-May 14 $70 Greensboro Campus Expand your understanding of Macro Photography concepts by completing a series of challenging assignments using close-up photography concepts to create visually appealing images. Students will build a portfolio to share with the class.

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CSP-4000-DR11

DRAWING ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE BRAIN

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Tuesday, 6-9 p.m.

Jan. 9-Feb. 27 $100 Greensboro Campus Learn and practice the five basic skills of drawing in a fun, effective way, inspired by Betty Edwards’ best-selling book, “Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain”.

CSP-4000-PD1

PORTRAIT DRAWING

• Tuesday, 6-9 p.m.

• March 12-May 7 (no class March 26) • $100 • Greensboro Campus Learn the building blocks of good portrait drawing in a fun, effective way. Students will emerge with a greater understanding of the basic construction of the head, planes of the head, and facial features as well as the keys to achieving a likeness.

Join us for this informative, stressfree class suitable for beginning to advanced artists. Students will be required to purchase and bring supplies for class.

WATERCOLOR

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Wednesday, Noon-2:30 p.m.

March 6-April 10 $70 Greensboro Campus Discover the unique and beautiful qualities of watercolor. Students will experiment with various elements and techniques in this fun, informative, stress-free class designed for the beginner or leisure watercolorist. Class sessions will include guided lessons and time for individual work.

CSP-4000-BM11

CSP-4000-SE14

CSP-4000-BM12

CSP-4000-SE18

• Tuesday, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

• Jan. 16-March 5 (No class Feb. 6) or • March 19-April 30 • $70 • Greensboro Campus

• Wednesday, 6-8:30 p.m.

• Jan. 10-Feb. 28 (No class Jan. 15) or • March 13-May 1 • $70 • Greensboro Campus

BASKET MAKING

The course teaches basic to advanced basketry techniques and terms, including dyeing and weaving with reed.

CSP-4000-SE11 CSP-4000-PT11 CSP-4000-PT12

OIL PAINTING

• Wednesday, 6-9 p.m.

• Jan. 10-Feb. 28 or • March 13-May 8 (No class March 27) • $70 • Greensboro Campus Explore oil painting techniques, featuring the genre of still life painting, the basics of drawing when working from life, and timehonored methods and materials unique to oil painting. The course includes instructor demonstrations and one-on-one time with students. An extra cost will apply for materials.

CSP-4000-SE15

BEGINNING SEWING

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Monday, 9:30 a.m.-Noon Jan. 8-March 4 March 11-April 29 $70 Greensboro Campus Designed for beginners, this course covers fabric and pattern selection, principles of cutting, and basic rules of construction. Certain supplies and sewing machines are provided.

BEGINNING SEWING

Designed for beginners, this course covers fabric and pattern selection, principles of cutting, and basic rules of construction. Certain supplies and sewing machines are provided.

COURSE LISTINGS

CSP-4000-WC11

CSP-4000-SE13 CSP-4000-SE17

BEGINNING TO INTERMEDIATE SEWING

• Monday, 6-8:30 p.m.

• Jan. 8-March 4 (No class Jan. 15) or • March 11-April 29 • $70 • Greensboro Campus This course is the next step after taking Beginning Sewing or otherwise having prior knowledge of sewing. Learn advanced techniques that make a garment look professionally finished.

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CSP-4000-FR11 CSP-4000-FR12 CSP-4000-FR13 CSP-4000-FR14

FURNITURE REUPHOLSTERY

• Wednesday, 2-5 p.m. or 5:30-8:30 p.m.

• Jan. 17-March 6 or • March 20-May 8 • $130 • High Point Campus

CSP-4000-SF11 CSP-4000-SF12

SEWING FUNDAMENTALS

• Tuesday, 6-8:30 p.m.

• Jan. 9-Feb. 27 or • Thursday, 6-8:30 p.m.

• March 7-April 25

Learn the basics of reupholstering chairs and other small furniture.

Students will sew cushions, skirts, and all covers for reupholstery; retie and tie springs; brace frame; and secure the webbing. Fabric layout and cutting will also be covered. Additional supplies will be needed (approximate supply cost of $60-$80).

CSP-4000-QB11

LOG CABIN QUILT BLOCK

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Wednesday, 1-3:30 p.m.

Feb. 7-28 $60 Greensboro Campus This course provides an introduction to the art of making a nine-inch Log Cabin Quilt Block. Log Cabin Quilt Blocks form a repeating pattern used in quilts where strips of fabric are sewn around a center block.

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to complete a beautiful quilt.

This introductory course focuses on basic machine sewing using your own sewing machine. Gain a thorough understanding of sewing tools, terminology, and practical techniques in addition to sewing machine troubleshooting and maintenance.

AVIATION

Manufacturing Quick Careers Program (AMQCP)

The series of Aerospace Manufacturing Repair courses begins with Introduction to Structures. For more information, visit gtcc.edu/amqcp.

AVI-3009-B07

INTRODUCTION TO STRUCTURES

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CSP-4000-QB11 CSP-4000-SE12 CSP-4000-SE16

LEARN TO SEW USING YOUR OWN SEWING MACHINE

• Monday, 1-3:30 p.m.

• Jan. 8-March 4 (No class Jan. 15) or • March 11-April 29 • $70 • Greensboro Campus This new course is for students who want to learn how to operate their own sewing machines.

Students must have a basic knowledge of sewing and will be taught individualized skills as needed. Come to class with a project to complete!

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This course provides an overview of the materials, tools, and techniques used in aerospace manufacturing.

STAR QUILT BLOCK

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Wednesday, 1-3:30 p.m.

April 3-24 $60 Greensboro Campus This course provides an introduction to the art of making a Star Quilt Block. Star Quilt Blocks are normally made with six or eight points and are composed of squares, halfsquare triangles, and/or quartersquare triangles. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to complete a beautiful quilt.

Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

April 29-May 24 $213 Aviation II Campus

MEC-3187-B04

COMPOSITE TECHNOLOGY • • • •

Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

May 28-June 24 $188 Aviation II Campus This course focuses on the fundamentals of advanced composite fabrication, repairs, and processes.

ACC-3107-IN51

ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST

• Jan. 25-Apr. 25 • $188 plus cost of books • Online This 190-hour, instructor-led online course covers accounting principles and procedures, Microsoft Excel, and QuickBooks.

CSP-4000-LE13

DEVELOPING YOUR LEADERSHIP SKILLS

• March 4-29 • $145 • Online Discover the key concepts behind effective leadership, along with the best strategies for developing leadership skills and influence.

CSP-4000-LE15

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION (DEI) FOR ORGANIZATIONAL SUCCESS

• April 1-26 • $195 • Online Learn why diversity, equity, and inclusion are vital to your organization, uncovering the unconscious biases that hinder workplace inclusion while identifying factors that contribute to an inclusive workplace environment.

CSP-4000-LE11

ENTREPRENEUR BOOT CAMP

• Feb. 5-March 1 • $195 • Online Thinking of starting a business?

Gain insight into the characteristics, knowledge, and skills needed to become a successful entrepreneur, developing personalized goals and creating an outline for your plan of action.

CSP-4000-PM11

PROJECT MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL (PMP) CERTIFICATION

• Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

• April 8-12 • $1,795 • Greensboro Campus Calling all project managers, team leads, and key stakeholders in any industry! This five-day, instructorled training provides a solid foundation in the concepts, tools, and techniques of formal project management while preparing you for Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI).

SEF-3001-DA16

INTRODUCTION TO DATA ANALYSIS

• Feb. 5-March 1 • $195 • Online Gain a basic understanding of data analysis in order to see trends and make predictions in a business setting.

SEF-3001-DA17

INTERMEDIATE DATA ANALYSIS

• March 4-29 • $195 • Online Explore the statistics behind group differences and relationships while working with ratings, graphs, and user-friendly reports of statistical results.

SEF-3001-DA18

ADVANCED DATA ANALYSIS

• April 1-26 • $195 • Online

SEF-3001-PB16

INTRODUCTION TO POWER BI

• Feb. 5-March 1 • $195 • Online Power BI (Business Intelligence) Desktop is a free, widely used business analytics software offered by Microsoft. Learn how to use Power BI to quickly extract, transform, and load (ETL) data with just a few clicks.

COURSE LISTINGS

BUSINESS

SEF-3001-PB17

INTERMEDIATE POWER BI

• March 4-29 • $195 • Online Delve further into Power Query.

Learn about data modeling, perform calculations using DAX (data analysis expressions) functions, utilize Time Intelligence functions, and more.

SEF-3001-PB18

ADVANCED POWER BI

• April 1-26 • $195 • Online Expand your knowledge of Power BI Desktop, focusing on the advanced capabilities of Power Query, data modeling, and reports.

SEF-3001-GB16

INTRODUCTION TO SIX SIGMA GREEN BELT

• Feb. 5-March 1 • $195 • Online This challenging introduction to Six Sigma Green Belt teaches basic terminology, proven problem-solving methods, team-building tools, and descriptive statistics that are crucial for success within your organization.

Perform advanced inquiries that will be useful to your business or organization, all while gaining the skills necessary to communicate these results through easy-tounderstand graphs and text.

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TRA-3607 (MULTIPLE CLASSES)

TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING (16 WEEKS)

• Friday, 6-10 p.m.; Saturday/Sunday, 7 a.m.-6 p.m.

• Jan. 12-April 20 or • May 3-Aug. 9 • $1,276.29 • Greensboro Campus Gain classroom and hands-on training needed to pass the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) skills and knowledge test as administered by the North Carolina Department of Transportation.

COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY CSP-4000-WD11 SEF-3001-GB17

INTERMEDIATE SIX SIGMA GREEN BELT

• March 4-29 • $195 • Online In this intermediate Six Sigma Green Belt course, participants will learn to support continuous quality improvement through data collection and analysis, probability and valid statistical conclusions, and hypothesis testing.

SEF-3001-GB18

ADVANCED SIX SIGMA GREEN BELT

• April 1-26 • $195 • Online In this advanced Six Sigma Greenbelt course, participants will learn to actively improve and control processes, studying experiment design at a high level.

COMMERCIAL DRIVER TRAINING TRA-3605-160 TRA-3605-161

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COMMERCIAL DRIVER’S LICENSE (CDL) EXAM PREP

• Saturday/Sunday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

• Feb. 3-4 or • April 6-7 • $91.10 • Greensboro This 16-hour course helps students prepare for the written learner’s permit test prior to enrolling in Truck Driver Training.

CSP-4000-EX11

FASTCOURSE MICROSOFT EXCEL 2019 & 365, LEVEL 1

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Tuesday, 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Jan. 9-Feb. 6 $70 Cameron Campus Jump start your career with this beginner-level course in Microsoft Excel. Explore financial spreadsheets, including data entry, editing, sorting, and filtering; formula creation and usage; and basic formatting for visual literacy.

TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING (8 WEEKS)

• Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

• Jan. 8-Feb. 29 or • March 4-April 25 or • April 29-June 20 • $1,276.29 • Greensboro Campus

Tuesday, 6-9 p.m.

Jan. 23-Feb. 27 $70 Greensboro Campus Learn about the basic features of Windows 10 or higher, including search tools, applications, files, settings, web browsing, and OneDrive storage.

TRA-3607 (MULTIPLE CLASSES)

Gain classroom and hands-on training needed to pass the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) skills and knowledge test as administered by the North Carolina Department of Transportation.

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INTRODUCTION TO WINDOWS & ONE DRIVE

CSP-4000-EX12

FASTCOURSE MICROSOFT EXCEL 2019 & 365, LEVEL 2

• • • •

Tuesday, 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Feb. 20-March 19 $70 Cameron Campus Explore key intermediate Excel

CSP-4000-LE18

MASTERING MICROSOFT WORD

• March 4-29 • $195 • Online

CSP-4000-EX13

Learn to format text, paragraphs, images, and pages with ease while also exploring how to use templates and themes to save time and streamline your workflow.

FASTCOURSE MICROSOFT EXCEL 2019 & 365, LEVEL 3

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Tuesday, 6:30-9:30 p.m.

April 9-May 7 $70 Cameron Campus Dive into advanced Excel topics, including financial functions, what-if analyses, PivotTables and PivotCharts, workbook protection, collaboration, and much more.

MASTERING MICROSOFT POWERPOINT

• April 1-26 • $195 • Online Explore the tools and techniques that turn humdrum slides into dynamic presentations, captivating your audience and making your presentations look polished and appealing.

INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT EXCEL Thursday, 6-8:30 p.m.

Jan. 18-March 7 $70 Jamestown Campus Cover the basics of Excel, including entering, editing, and formatting data; selecting cells and ranges; creating and modifying basic formulas; inserting charts and tables; creating a template; and sorting and filtering data.

CSP-4000-EX12

MASTERING MICROSOFT EXCEL

• Feb. 5-March 1 • $195 • Online Explore the life of an Excel worksheet and workbook, from creation to presentation. Learn how an Excel worksheet is constructed, populated with content, and edited for delivery.

INTRODUCTION TO GOOGLE DOCS, SHEETS, & SLIDES

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CSP-4000-LE19

INTRODUCTION TO CODING

• Feb. 5-March 1 • $195 • Online Cover the basics of computer programing and various programing languages, including HTML, CSS, and Java Script.

New technologies allow people outside of the computer science field to use these languages in practical ways to create their own web pages.

CSP-4000-MS11

MICROSOFT OFFICE 2019 INTERMEDIATE

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Tuesday, 6-9 p.m.

March 5-April 16 $70 Greensboro Campus Learn how to use OneDrive to share and collaborate while developing business documents in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, in addition to basic databases in Access. This course is a continuation of Microsoft Office 2019 for Beginners.

Thursday, 6-9 p.m.

April 4-25 $70 Greensboro Campus Learn the basics of Google Docs, Google Sheets, and Google Slides.

Topics include best practices for organizing emails, setting up events, and creating/managing files.

CSP-4000-LE17

CSP-4000-EX14

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CSP-4000-MS11

COURSE LISTINGS

features, including themes, cell styles, and number formats as well as functions for dates, numbers, and text.

CET-3255-A47

COMPTIA A+: A COMPREHENSIVE APPROACH

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Tuesday/Thursday, 6-9 p.m.

Jan. 16-May 13 $188 plus cost of books Cameron Campus Want a head start as an entrylevel information technology professional? This course is the first step in your preparation for the CompTIA A+ certification.

Learn the essential skills needed to install, upgrade, repair, configure, troubleshoot, and optimize basic personal computer hardware and operating systems.

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CCT-3110-CS43

COMPTIA SECURITY+ & CYBERSECURITY ANALYST CERTIFICATION BUNDLE

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Monday/Wednesday, 6-9 p.m.

Jan. 17-May 14 $188 plus cost of books Cameron Campus Cyber threat detection requires specific training and is in high demand everywhere. Begin or boost your IT Security career with this course that is structured to the CompTIA Security+ (SY0-71) and Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+, CS0-003) certifications.

CET-3100-P34

MAINTENANCE

CAR-3108-Q8

MNT-3066-Q15

INTRODUCTION TO CRAFT SKILLS FOR CONSTRUCTION BOOT CAMP

APARTMENT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

• Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday, 6-9:30 • Feb. 5-April 6 • $212 plus cost of books • Greensboro Campus

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Gain essential construction industry skills through hands-on experience and expert instruction—a solid foundation for various trades. This class is offered in partnership with Tiny House Community Development.

PC TROUBLESHOOTING

HUMAN RESOURCES

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MLS-3809-102

Tuesday/Thursday, 6-9 p.m.

Feb. 13-April 4 $133 Greensboro Campus This practical course prepares students to understand and resolve issues that occur with personal computers (PCs). Learn to navigate the basic concepts of computer troubleshooting, with a focus on identifying and replacing hardware components, cables, and more.

Students will also learn about troubleshooting and installation of the Windows operating systems and software.

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SOCIETY FOR HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT (SHRM) EXAM PREP • • • •

Saturday, 8:30 a.m.-Noon Feb. 3-April 20 $758 Jamestown Campus This intensive, 38-hour program combines expert instruction with the Society for Human Resource (SHRM) Learning System® for individuals seeking to earn the SHRM Certified Professional (CP) or Senior Certified Professional (SCP) certification.

Tuesday/Thursday, 6-9 p.m.

Jan. 18-May 14 $188 plus cost of books Greensboro Campus This 96-hour training provides a foundation or a refresher for professionals in the housing field.

Accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and designed by the National Apartment Association Education Institute (NAAEI), this course prepares students to take the Certificate for Apartment Maintenance Technicians (CAMT) exam.

AHR-3131-Q16

INTRODUCTION TO HVAC/R

• Tuesday/Thursday, 5:30-9:30 p.m.

• Jan. 23-May 14 • $213 plus cost of books and supplies • Greensboro Campus For those interested in the HVAC/R profession, this course introduces basic heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration processes. Topics include terminology, safety, and identification and function of components; refrigeration cycle; and tools and instrumentation used in mechanical refrigeration systems.

Students will be prepared for the Universal Certification exam.

PHM-3250-Q39

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN

• Tuesday/Thursday, 7-10 p.m.

• Jan. 25-May 14 • Greensboro Campus or • Wednesday, 6-9 p.m.

• Feb. 21-May 8 • $188 plus cost of book • Hybrid / High Point Campus

MANUFACTURING SKILLS MFG-3111-102

CERTIFIED PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN (CPT) • Schedule Coming Soon • $721 • Greensboro Campus This training program prepares students not only for productive work in a manufacturing environment but also for the Manufacturing Skills Standards Council (MSSC) Certified Production Technician (CPT) credential. Contact Career Education and Training at 336-3344822, ext. 53115 or email albray@ gtcc.edu to learn more.

MEDICAL FLI-3700-Q16

MEDICAL INTERPRETER— SPANISH/ENGLISH: NATIONAL STANDARDS & PRACTICES

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Tuesday/Wednesday, 6-9:30 p.m.

Jan. 16-Feb. 14 $133 Greensboro Campus The 187-hour Medical Interpreter program includes three courses designed to prepare students for both certification and a career as a Spanish/English medical interpreter.

This first course of three covers the principles and standards for professional interpretation as established by the National Council on Interpreting in Healthcare.

Prerequisite: Students must be Spanish/English bilingual.

MED-3235-Q16

MEDICAL INTERPRETER— SPANISH/ENGLISH: MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY • • • •

Tuesday/Wednesday, 6-9 p.m.

Feb. 20-June 5 $188 plus cost of books Greensboro Campus In this second course of the threecourse Medical Interpreter series, students will learn terminology for interpreters and translators in the medical field. Prerequisite: Successful completion of course one in the series, Medical Interpreter—Spanish/English: National Standards & Practices.

MED-3717-Q16

MEDICAL INTERPRETER— SPANISH/ENGLISH: MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY • • • •

Tuesday/Wednesday, 6-9:30 p.m.

June 11-July 31 $188 plus cost of books Greensboro Campus In this third course of the threecourse Medical Interpreter series, students will use case studies to strengthen interpreting skills as well as grammar, reading, and writing skills in both languages.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of course two in the series, Medical Interpreter—Spanish/English: Medical Terminology.

This 96-hour course prepares students for assisting pharmacists in various important functions under supervision. Successful students will be prepared to sit for the national Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) exam.

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PHM-3250-Q38

OSC-3602-IN88

MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST

• Jan. 17-April 24 • $188 plus cost of books • Online This 205-hour, instructor-led online course covers medical-office computer systems, medical ethics, terminology, medical filing, patient records, and more.

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL ENRICHMENT CSP-4000-PT13

CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER

• Tuesday, 6:30-9:30 and Saturday, Noon-3 p.m.

• Feb. 6-March 9 • $895 • Greensboro Campus This challenging course is for students wanting in-depth, hands-on labs equipping them to master the skills and knowledge needed to be a Certified Personal Trainer.

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CSP-4000-LE16

CSP-4000-SL12

• Feb. 5-March 1 • $195 • Online

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INTRODUCTION TO FICTION WRITING Learn the basic building blocks of story: character, plot, and setting.

Then discover the different forms of fiction writing and other genres.

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL) — BEGINNERS

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Monday/Thursday, 6-8:30 p.m.

Feb. 5-29 $125 Jamestown Campus

CSP-4000-SL11

This 20-hour course is the first step in pursuing a career as a life coach, examining the top 10 things to know while also exploring what life coaching is all about.

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CSP-4000-LC12

LIFE COACH CERTIFICATION

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Monday/Thursday, 6-8:30 p.m.

March 18-May 8 $280 Jamestown Campus This 40-hour course is a continuation of Top 10 Things to Know as a Life Coach. Learn core concepts related to life coaching, including environment creation, conversation styles, active listening, accountability, planning, actions by design, and goal setting. Students will gain mastery in coaching with demonstration of core competencies set by the International Coaching Federation (ICF).

CSP-4000-RP11 CSP-4000-RP12

RETIREMENT PLANNING

• Thursday, 6-9 p.m.

• March 7-14 or • April 4-11 • $50 • Jamestown Campus This comprehensive course will help students understand the various aspects of personal finance and how it can be used as an integrated retirement plan.

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Monday, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

March 18-May 6 $70 Greensboro Campus American Sign Language (ASL) is the third most studied language in America. Designed for students who have little to no experience with American Sign Language (ASL), this course covers basic phrases and vocabulary.

CSP-4000-LC11

TOP 10 THINGS TO KNOW AS A LIFE COACH

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history of the language, regional differences, and various aspects of the culture of the Deaf community.

This class is not for professionals but for personal enrichment.

CSP-4000-SB11

BEGINNING SPANISH

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Designed for students who have a limited understanding of Spanish and want to improve, this course covers basic phrases, expressions, and grammar to facilitate meaningful conversations.

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL) — INTERMEDIATE Monday, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Jan. 22-March 11 $70 Greensboro Campus This course is a continuation of the Beginner ASL class, focusing on the fundamental elements of ASL in a cultural context. Emphasis is placed on the progressive development of expressive and receptive skills and on applied vocabulary. Students will also learn fingerspelling, grammar,

Wednesday, 6-8:30 p.m.

Jan. 10-Feb. 28 $80 Jamestown Campus

CSP-4000-SB11

BASIC SPANISH

• • • •

Thursday, 6-8:30 p.m.

Jan. 11-Feb. 29 $80 Jamestown Campus Designed for students who have limited knowledge of the Spanish language, this course focuses on four key communication skills: listening, speaking, reading, and

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writing. Classroom activities will integrate skills with an emphasis on verbal practice rooted in an understanding of grammar.

CSP-4000-LE14

BEGINNING CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH

• Feb. 5-March 29 • $290 • Online This course is designed for students seeking more fluency in Spanish conversation, reading, and writing.

CSP-4000-SP11

INTERMEDIATE SPANISH

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Wednesday, 6-8:30 p.m.

March 20-May 15 $80 Jamestown Campus Designed for students who have completed an introductory course, this class covers more advanced elements of the Spanish language.

THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE Day Program: • Monday-Wednesday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (with an hour for lunch) • Jan. 8-Nov. 1 • Jamestown Campus Evening Program: • Monday-Thursday, 6-10 p.m.

• Jan. 8-Nov. 1 • Jamestown Campus Therapeutic Massage is a 660hour program consisting of three modules and student clinic training. The program begins with Fundamentals of Therapeutic Massage I. Successful completion of the program qualifies the student to sit for the Massage and Bodywork Licensing Exam (MBLEx). To learn more and register, visit gtcc.edu/ ProfessionalTherapeuticMassage or email massagetherapy@gtcc.edu.

Many course options are available for the Personal & Professional Enrichment topics below!

Visit gtcc.edu/personalenrichment for schedules and details.

NOTARY PUBLIC • $110 • Greensboro, Jamestown, High Point, and Cameron Campuses

E-NOTARY PUBLIC • $75 • Greensboro, Jamestown, High Point, and Cameron Campuses

MOTORCYCLE BASIC RIDER COURSE • $210 • Jamestown Campus

NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ESCORT VEHICLE — 4-HOUR RECERTIFICATION • $75 • Cameron Campus

DEFENSIVE DRIVING — 4-HOUR • $75 • Jamestown Campus

DEFENSIVE DRIVING — 8-HOUR • $110 • Jamestown Campuses

NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ESCORT VEHICLE — 8-HOUR BEGINNER • $110 • Cameron Campus

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Business & Industry Training Move your business forward with specialized training at gtcc.edu/b-itraining • All classes will be held at the Cameron Campus.

• Interested? Contact us at corporatetraining@gtcc.edu or 336-334-4822, ext. 57003.

LEADERSHIP TOOLKIT: ESSENTIALS

AUTODESK REVIT ADVANCED

• $78

• $78

Learn about the leadership role, effective communication, conflict resolution, time management, and more.

LEADERSHIP TOOLKIT TOO: THE NEXT STEP • $78 Learn about emotional intelligence, effective delegation, team building, stress management, and more.

FORKLIFT TRAIN THE TRAINER • $124 This certification program prepares you to conduct training and evaluations of in-house forklift operators in compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

AUTOMATIC COMPUTER-AIDED DESIGN (AUTOCAD) BASICS • $78 Learn basic commands of the AutoCAD software.

Topics include application and ribbon menus, coordinate entry, draw tools, modify tools, layers setup, layouts, and viewports.

AUTODESK INVENTOR • $78 In this introductory course, students will learn the basics of AutoDesk Inventor 3D Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software for 3D mechanical design, documentation, and product simulation.

AUTODESK REVIT FUNDAMENTALS • $78 Learn to create a full 3D architectural project model, including walls, doors, windows, components, floors, ceilings, roofs, and stairs, using basic drawing, editing, and viewing tools.

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Explore more in-depth Revit functions, such as adding wall sweeps, adding columns and column grids, adding wall colors and textures, and customizing stairs, windows, and roofs.

BUSINESS WRITING • $78 Learn key elements of the business writing process, including effective email communication, proofreading, grammar, and punctuation.

DIVERSITY, BIAS, AND INCLUSION • $78 Explore primary and secondary dimensions of diversity, reflect on trends and history of the American workplace, and discuss the effects of diversity on business and workplace, including how to unlearn stereotypes.

OSHA 10, OSHA 30 • $78, $133 Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) training provides the General Industry standard for the necessary safety education for employees and leadership. OHSA 10 is geared to the entrylevel employee while OHSA 30 is geared toward an organization’s leadership.

INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICITY • $78 Demystify the study of electricity. Get real-world training for your real-world needs, learning to troubleshoot and repair electrical apparatuses.

HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST • $124 Learn to identify and understand the requirements for key employment laws while exploring topics related to health and safety, compensation, coaching, and investigation practices.

yourself with free classes gtcc.edu/adulteducation Want to complete your high school education, learn English, or prepare to transition to the workforce? GTCC’s adult education program is designed for you! We offer FREE classes day, evening, and online to meet your needs.

Classes are held in locations throughout Guilford County.

We’re also here to help you navigate obstacles — We provide bus passes, vouchers for testing, and childcare in some classes. We even have a limited number of devices for loan to students enrolled in online education.

What’s stopping you? Let us help!

Contact us at adulted@gtcc.edu or 336-334-4822, extension 53107.

ADULT EDUCATION

EMPOWER Upcoming Sessions For room locations and directions, contact us at adulted@gtcc.edu or 336-334-4822, ext. 53107.

Students must attend both days of a session, as listed below. All sessions are free and will be held on the Greensboro and High Point Campuses.

General Educational Development (GED) Orientation Sessions SESSION 1: SESSION 2: SESSION 3:

Jan. 8-9, 9 a.m. or 6 p.m.

Feb. 5-6, 9 a.m. or 6 p.m.

March 4-5, 9 a.m. or 6 p.m.

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)* Orientation Sessions SESSION 1: SESSION 2: SESSION 3:

Jan. 10-11, 8:30 a.m. or 5:30 p.m.

Feb. 7-8, 8:30 a.m. or 5:30 p.m.

March 6-7, 8:30 a.m. or 5:30 p.m.

Transitions New Student Orientation Sessions SESSION 1: SESSION 2:

Jan. 17-18, 1 p.m. or 5:30 p.m.

March 11-12, 1 p.m. or 5:30 p.m.

* GTCC’s ESOL + job training program allows students to improve English and learn a trade at the same time. Contact us today for more information.

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ESOL

Career Pathways

Learn English and a Trade at the Same Time!

Evening & online classes on the Greensboro and High Point campuses

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Scholarships are available for these career training programs:

ESOL + Hotel & Apartment Maintenance Technician

ESOL + Furniture Sewing

ESOL + Construction Boot Camp*

Learn maintenance and repair of interior and exterior structures, electrical systems, plumbing, and appliances as well as heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.

Learn to sew upholstered furniture and operate a standard industrial sewing machine.

The Carolina Associated General Contractors (CAGC) Construction Boot camp offers fast-track training with hands-on experience, covering carpentry, use of hand tools, power tools, construction math, and more. Participants will be eligible for apprenticeships, internships, and degree opportunities, supported by work-based learning.

Next class: Jan. 18-May 20 with orientation for ESOL students Jan. 10-17

For questions or to enroll gtcc.edu/transitions 336-334-4822 ext. 53108

Next class: Jan. 8-June 27

ESOL: ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES

Thanks to the Frank Family Foundation and the Carolinas AGC Foundation

Next class: Feb. 3-May 20 with orientation for ESOL students Jan. 31-Feb. 1 *$750 stipend available for students who complete the Construction Boot Camp in Spring 2024!

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WORKFORCE TRAINING

GET AHEAD with your associate degree Build on your workforce training.

The non-degree courses in this catalog can do more than jump start your career. They can launch you into a degree program that will maximize your earning potential and advancement opportunities. GTCC can help you leverage workforce training and other coursework as you pursue a degree program.

It’s now easier than ever. Our curriculum programs are designed with you in mind. GTCC offers affordable tuition, financial aid, support for non-academic needs, and the flexibility of online, hybrid, and in-person course formats.

What’s stopping you? Get the most out of your GTCC experience. Make it amazing!

GTCC offers a wide variety of curriculum programs, including but not limited to: •

Aerospace Manufacturing

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Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology

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Automotive Systems and Collision Repair

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Computer Integrated Machining

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Electrical Systems and Electronics Engineering

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Hospitality Management

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Information Technology

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Medical Office Administration, Dental Hygiene, and Radiography

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Supply Chain Management

...and much more!

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Discover your path to new skills or a more fulfilling career.

For more information, visit gtcc.edu or call: Workforce Training

336-334-4822, ext. 53029

336-334-4822, ext. 55021

Titan Link provides resources and aid for non-academic challenges including housing and transportation needs, food insecurity, child care, and emergency loan, grant, or scholarship access.

Adult Education

A campus close to you.

336-334-4822, ext. 53107

GTCC provides access to continuing education throughout Guilford County with several conveniently located campuses and a Small Business Center.

336-334-4822, ext. 57001 Personal and Professional Enrichment

Need help paying?

Workforce Training scholarships are available. gtcc.edu/workforce-training

601 E. Main St. Jamestown, NC 27282

Titan Link: Support for when life happens.

gtcc.edu/campuses