Academic Programs

Are you a sharp individual who enjoys working with numbers? Are you good at keeping records? If you enjoy an office environment and can work well with others or alone, then you should consider becoming an Accounting Specialist. They perform routine accounting activities such as maintaining the general ledger, preparing various accounting statements and financial reports, and accounts payable or receivable functions. Get an edge on the competition by learning the necessary skills to become successful in this field.

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Do you want to work at an aerospace manufacturing company like Boom Supersonic, HondaJet, HAECO, VSE, Marshall Aerospace, Boeing, MSI, Summit Aviation, Latitude Aero or Lockheed Martin?  Get there from GTCC with an associate degree in aerospace manufacturing engineer, part of the Aerospace Manufacturing Technology program!

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The Air Conditioning Heating and Refrigeration Technology program is a sequence of courses that prepare you for a career in the air conditioning industry. Virtually, every home and business depend upon some form of essential heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment. They provide plenty of work for skilled technicians. You have the option of pursuing either a degree or diploma in Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology. Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions in the Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration fields. The program emphasizes a combination of Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration theory, and practical application necessary for successful employment. GTCC's Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology program is well respected in the industry and is the first program in North Carolina accredited by HVAC Excellence. This ensures that graduates receive a high-quality education that will be valued by future employers.

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This training is designed as an introduction for new maintenance professionals or as a refresher for veteran employees, to give these professionals the knowledge and tools necessary to work effectively in the multi-family and apartment housing industry.

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Guilford Technical Community College is pleased to offer a variety of lifelong leisure learning and personal enrichment courses. Whether you are interested in enhancing your skills or turning your skills into an entrepreneurial opportunity, GTCC has a course designed just for you.

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The Physical Education Pathway prepares students for transfer to undergraduate Bachelor of Science degree programs in related areas of kinesiology, exercise science, sports medicine, health promotion and wellness.

These career pathways are becoming more and more crucial as preventative measures offered through these affiliated degrees intersect both the healthcare and medical communities.

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The Associate in Arts (AA) degree is designed for students who want to pursue a four-year degree in one of the liberal arts disciplines or training at a professional school that requires a strong liberal arts background. Upon transfer, students who earn the Associate in Arts degree generally major in fields such as anthropology, business, communication, economics, English, foreign language, geography, history, humanities, music, philosophy, political science, psychology, religion, and sociology.

The Foreign Language curriculum will aid you in expanding your ability to speak another language while also gaining a global perspective of the cultural origins and impacts. Focusing on foreign language studies will not only provide you with a much-needed skill but can also increase your employability and community impact with the capacity to reach out to non-English speaking groups. 

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The Associate in Arts (AA) degree is designed for students who want to pursue a four-year degree in one of the liberal arts disciplines or training at a professional school that requires a strong liberal arts background. Upon transfer, students who earn the Associate in Arts degree generally major in fields such as anthropology, business, communication, economics, English, foreign language, geography, history, humanities, music, philosophy, political science, psychology, religion, and sociology.

Philosophy is a unified but amazingly broad discipline that both informs and is informed by the natural sciences and liberal arts. Philosophical study gives you the opportunity to improve the kind of skills industry and business leaders demand, most notably a capacity to think strategically, creatively, and abstractly. Philosophy equips you to use logic and reasoned argumentation to approach complex problems, introduces you to challenging theoretical and practical issues, and helps you to develop an appreciation for the pursuit of truth and goodness.

On standardized tests that graduate schools use to assess applicants, philosophy students score higher than most majors on many exams, and on some exams score higher than all other majors. There are many famous philosophy majors, including the venture capitalist Peter Thiel (founder of PayPal), hedge fund manager George Soros, actor Stephen Colbert, social activist and professor Angela Davis, and Associate Justice of the Supreme Court Stephen Breyer.

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The Associate in Arts (AA) degree is designed for students who want to pursue a four-year degree in one of the liberal arts disciplines or training at a professional school that requires a strong liberal arts background. Upon transfer, students who earn the Associate in Arts degree generally major in fields such as anthropology, business, communication, economics, English, foreign language, geography, history, humanities, music, philosophy, political science, psychology, religion, and sociology.

Earning a degree in Psychology opens up many occupational opportunities for you. In the field of psychology, mental health and psychiatric technician jobs are available, but usually more advanced positions require a graduate degree. The good news is that businesses love psychology graduates.  The insights into human behavior are critical in human resources and social services occupations but extend into many other fields. Sales representatives, advertising specialists, career consultants, probation officers, marketing researchers, and even writers: all benefit from the insights of a psychological perspective. 

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The Associate in Arts (AA) degree is designed for students who want to pursue a four-year degree in one of the liberal arts disciplines or training at a professional school that requires a strong liberal arts background. Upon transfer, students who earn the Associate in Arts degree generally major in fields such as anthropology, business, communication, economics, English, foreign language, geography, history, humanities, music, philosophy, political science, psychology, religion, and sociology.

If you break sociology into its root parts (socio/ology), it literally means the study of society. Auguste Comte founded the discipline in 1832 as an attempt to understand better widespread social changes that were affecting Europe as a result of the French Revolution.  To think sociologically, you must engage your sociological imagination which is learning to understand events and actions from a larger societal perspective.  While this can be challenging, as you may have no experience with this type of interpretation, it is a valuable skill in today's market:  Employers appreciate sociologists' ability to think outside the box and hire them for many different types of jobs.  For example, our past students can be found in social service occupations, sales and marketing, and public relations in addition to the field of sociology.

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The Associate in Arts (AA) degree is designed for students who want to pursue a four-year degree in one of the liberal arts disciplines or training at a professional school that requires a strong liberal arts background. Upon transfer, students who earn the Associate in Arts degree generally major in fields such as anthropology, business, communication, economics, English, foreign language, geography, history, humanities, music, philosophy, political science, psychology, religion, and sociology.

In an increasingly global and technical economy, employers are looking for graduates who have critical thinking skills, an understanding of the importance of technology, and an international worldview.  Liberal studies provide you with a global perspective and a robust critical thinking skill set for students.  These skills will be beneficial for a myriad of professions. 

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The Associate in Engineering, N.C. A&T State University Co-Admission pathways are intended for students who plan to transfer to N.C. A&T and study engineering to earn a bachelor's degree. In the first two years, students take general education and pre-major electives at Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC) and then complete their bachelor’s degree in civil, chemical, electrical, industrial and systems, or mechanical/aerospace engineering after transferring to N.C. A&T. Students will also have access to academic and student services at both institutions during their associate degree coursework, ensuring a seamless transition to N.C. A&T to complete their upper-division coursework.

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Biology is the natural science concerned with the study of all living organisms, their structure, function, growth, origin, evolution, and distribution. GTCC offers the first two years of biology courses for students who want to major or minor in biology for a baccalaureate program, core science option for students seeking an Associate in Science (A.S.), or equivalent degrees in such areas as health care.

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Mathematics includes the study of algebra, probability, statistics, number theory, geometry, trigonometry, calculus, differential equations, analytic reasoning and problem-solving skills. The Mathematics Department at GTCC offers classes for professions and scholarly programs that have a required mathematical skill set.  Additionally, our department provides classes that meet general education requirements for all non-mathematical degree programs.

Degrees in Mathematics typically fall into one of two categories: Associate in Science (AS) or Associate in Arts (AA). The math department also provides the courses required for Associate in Engineering,

The majority of the classes we offer will transfer to public and private universities within North Carolina.

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Today, society runs on computer technology. Through the Computer Science pathway, Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC) offers the opportunity for students to pursue higher education in the field.  GTCC offers the first two years of courses leading to an Associate of Science that will allow students to transfer to a four-year institution.

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The Ford ASSET (Automotive Student Service Educational Training) program is the product of a partnership between Ford Motor Company, Ford/Lincoln dealerships, and GTCC.

The ASSET program allows you to get on-the-job training at sponsoring Ford and Lincoln dealerships while earning an Associate Degree in Automotive Systems Technology. During the work-based training, which takes place for eight weeks out of every sixteen-week semester, you will work full-time in the dealership while earning both college credit and a salary from the dealership.

A substantial benefit of this partnership is the availability of new Ford and Lincoln training vehicles for hands-on instruction at GTCC. Additionally, Ford Motor Company provides the college with components, tech data, computer-based training products, and Ford specialty tools to ensure that the ASSET students get the best possible training to prepare them for a career as a Ford service technician.

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This is your gateway to a very mentally stimulating job field in which you will commonly be called upon for installation, inspection, testing, adjusting, or repairing all manner of Aviation Electronics. You will learn how to use Basic test/repair equipment such as Multimeters, Oscilloscopes, and Soldering Irons.  You will also experience plenty of hands-on time with current Flight Line Test Equipment such as the IFR 4000 (Communication Systems Test set), IFR 6000 (Navigation Systems Test set) and Several Different ADTS (Air Data Test Set) Systems. Upon completion of this program, you will have a better understanding of electronics and the role they play in today’s aviation industry. You will have also learned and honed your troubleshooting skills to be able to understand and analyze complex avionics systems on the aircraft.

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This three-week course is designed to provide entry-level aircraft structural repair training. The course introduces the fundamentals for common sheet metal structural repair and practices used to assess and restore structure to a serviceable condition. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the various structural repair techniques and applications.

The course will consist of:

• Assessment of damage using ultrasonic thickness gauge and precision instruments.
• Removal of damage.
• Typical repairs include Double, Flush, and Stringer repairs.
• Sheet metal bend calculations.
• The importance of time management.
• Use of tool shop equipment to produce a metal curve or bend.
• Removal of damaged fasteners.

Upon completion, the graduate will be conversant with any typical sheet metal repair employed when restoring an aircraft to its original condition. 

Previous sheet metal fabrication experience is highly recommended.

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The Aviation Manufacturing Quick Careers Program (AMQCP) provides the necessary rapid training desired by aviation employers. Start working in as little as two to five months!

The current graduates of the AMQCP are being trained for and currently employed by Marshall Aerospace, Honda Aircraft Co., HAECO, Boeing, ZIM Aircraft Cabin Solutions, Lockheed Martin, Gulfstream, and SpaceX. We are also getting ready to support the immediate technical training needs for BOOM Supersonic and incoming new companies moving to the Piedmont Triad International Airport (PTIA) area.

AMQCP reactive training will prepare for entry-level aviation employment and provide the basis for a two-year degree and beyond.

In the Structures Assembly series of courses, you will learn to manufacture, assemble, install, and modify primary structures that make up the assembly of an aircraft.

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Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) is an accredited program of the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission and the North Carolina Sheriffs' Education and Training Standards Commission.

After successfully completing this program, students are eligible to take the written Comprehensive State Certification Examination, which is one of the requirements mandated by the North Carolina Administrative Code for employment as a police officer or deputy sheriff. 

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Students learn to apply scientific principles and technical skills in support of biologists and biotechnologists in research, industrial, and government settings.

The program – which is new this fall – can be completed over five semesters and includes coursework in biology, bioprocess manufacturing, biotechnology, chemistry, mathematics, and general education. 

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The pace of business, information technology, and innovation is faster than ever, and keeping your team members current is key to your success. Included in GTCC’s mission is the commitment to support local businesses by providing training in alignment with industry needs.  We’ll help you strategize training programs to improve employee retention, productivity, and your bottom line.

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Every document you send is a reflection on you and your company and therefore has an impact on your business. This hands-on training will explore key elements in the business writing process. Effective email communication, proof-reading; grammar and punctuation are a few areas covered.

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Enhance your resume, market yourself, and explore a new career. Human Resources Development (HRD) courses provide employability skills training and assistance for adults who are trying to find employment, transitioning back into the workforce, or working to redefine their professional niche in today's global market.

Fee Waiver Eligibility. All HRD courses are fee-waived for qualifying individuals who are unemployed, who are "underemployed," or who have received notice of layoff or pending layoff. See the FAQ below for more information.

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The Certified Production Technician (CPT)^® 4.0 program consists of a series of training modules designed to not only prepare students to be productive team members in a manufacturing environment but also to earn the Manufacturing Skills Standards Council (MSSC)^® Certified Production Technician (CPT)^® 4.0 credential. The Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC)^® credentialing system leading to a CPT^® 4.0 covers the four critical production functions common to all sectors of manufacturing: Safety, Quality Practices & Measurement, Manufacturing Processes & Production, and Maintenance Awareness. Each area is addressed with a separate assessment.

This program is ideal for those with limited or no prior knowledge of manufacturing to begin a career pathway in the high-demand manufacturing industry.

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If you’re ready for the chance to learn a skilled trade in a field that is certain to be in demand for as long as people have the need for transportation, and where you can make above average income, then Collision Repair could be the right choice for you! At GTCC, we offer a curriculum aimed at getting you into the workforce quickly and effectively! We train you on “state-of-the-art” equipment, using the industry endorsed I-CAR curriculum. GTCC’s collision repair program is NATEF accredited and has won the Skills USA state championships for collision repair 13 times between 2002 and 2017.

The Collision Repair Program at GTCC offers three pathways to help you meet your goals.

• Certificate- Designed with a short time frame in mind, the certificate program is 16 weeks and is only offered in the fall. It covers the basics that will give you enough knowledge and skillset to enter the workforce at an entry level position.
• Diploma- Composed of three semesters, this pathway is designed to produce a technician that can immediately begin work as an apprentice in a shop where, depending on your skill level, you may remain under a senior technician for as little as 30-90 days.
• AAS Degree- The Associate Degree program is only if you are looking to push your skills even further with advanced collision classes, including mechanical repair, vehicle detailing, shop management, and additional classes designed to offer you the foundational and advanced knowledge required to work in and advance into leadership roles.

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Join more than 1,000 students each year who benefit from GTCC's computer training classes. Computer skills and application knowledge are no longer a luxury; they are a necessity in the 21st century.

Being successful in any career requires having a broad range of up-to-date software skills that will positively influence the bottom line. Whether you are just starting and need basic training, you want to enhance existing skills in hopes of a promotion, or you want to learn a new skill to create a new career opportunity, GTCC will meet your needs.

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This 105-hour course is designed as the foundation for construction trade careers and is intended to prepare individuals for entry-level construction work.  Students will gain essential construction industry skills through hands-on experience and expert instruction – a solid foundation for various trades. 

This training is FREE* through a sponsorship from Carolina Association of General Contractors (CAGC) and the Frank Family Foundation.   *Registration and fees will be refunded to students seated in class through the third class meeting.  

Successful course completers will receive a $750 stipend from Carolina Association of General Contractors (CAGC).

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Do you enjoy working with hair and makeup? Do you enjoy working in a fun environment with a flexible schedule? Do you want to build your own schedule and have the freedom of an entrepreneur? Do you want to earn an excellent salary where your income reflects your work? Do you enjoy talking with people? Do you want to work with people from diverse backgrounds? Do you want to avoid working in an office? Do you want a career where you may work with celebrities? Do you want a career with a strong job outlook? 

If you answered yes to five or more of the above questions, Cosmetology may be an excellent career choice for you!

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Learn to lead a kitchen when you study with the award-winning faculty at one of North Carolina’s leading culinary schools, then start your culinary career with an Associate in Applied Science in Culinary Arts.

The culinary arts program at GTCC is one of only two North Carolina culinary schools that is accredited by the American Culinary Federation’s Educational Institute at the Exemplary level. Put theory into practice both at GTCC’s on-campus student-run restaurant and off campus with two work-based learning externships that are designed to give you real-world hands-on experience that supports your degree.

You will also have the opportunity to show off the skills and knowledge you learn by earning a place on one of GTCC’s award-winning Knowledge Bowl, Ice Carving, or SkillsUSA teams.

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We often collect data at various points during processes and transactions, which has huge potential to change the way we work. However, this data can only add value when it's analyzed for ways to improve products and services. Learning data analysis teaches you to analyze and interpret information to identify points of value.

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Everyone likes to see a beautiful smile. Would you like to be the one to help create happy and healthy smiles? Dental Assisting may be the career for you! Immerse yourself in this exciting and challenging career field and you can become a dental assistant in 1 year. Upon graduation, you will be designated as a Dental Assistant II, but are eligible to become a Certified Dental Assistant by taking the Dental Assisting National Board examination. The dental assisting program at GTCC is nationally accredited by the American Dental Association’s Commission on Dental Accreditation.

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Are you interested in having a secure future and being a part of a growing and profitable trade?

The diesel Industry is always in need of certified, highly educated technicians to keep its vehicles in top condition. Completing the diesel program at GTCC will put you at a higher level of expertise that is sought out by companies looking for their next superior technicians.

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Learn the skills you need to be a better candidate for employment at your local Department of Social Services (DSS).

North Carolina Families Accessing Services through Technology (NC FAST) is a program designed to improve the way the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services and county departments of social services do business. NC FAST introduces new technological tools and business processes that will enable workers to spend less time on administrative tasks and more time assisting families.

This NCFast class certificate is a preferred qualification for the DSS income maintenance caseworker jobs available in Guilford and surrounding counties. But to be selected as a potential candidate, you must meet one of the minimum qualifications listed in the job postings:

• Graduation from high school or equivalency and four years of experience listed below.
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• Associate degree and two years of experience in clerical or other public contact experience, which includes negotiating, interviewing, explaining and gathering information, gathering and compiling data, analysis of data, and/or performance of mathematical or legal tasks.
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• Four-year degree from an accredited college or university.

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Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) technicians operate specialized medical equipment to obtain diagnostic cardiac information for physicians. In just a few months, you could be a member of the medical profession conducting EKG diagnostic tests needed by physicians to save lives.

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We live in a world of technology. Tech-savvy problem-solvers are in high demand. Our students get practical, hands-on experience while learning the theory behind circuits, computer systems, and wireless communications. They master troubleshooting at the component level and do problem-solving on complex systems. Experiences range from assembling circuit boards (hardware) to programming microcontroller systems (software).

Our learning environment develops the skills needed to work safely and responsibly as an engineering technician, to function effectively in teams, and to provide technical leadership in organizations. Our instructors bring real-world experience into the classroom and lab. Our graduates typically find employment in developing and testing new electronic components for the latest mobile devices, deploying next-generation telecommunications infrastructure, or supporting highly-automated manufacturing operations.

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The Emergency Medical Science – Occupational Extension is one part of a larger EMS department here at GTCC. This department provides our community and students with a variety of emergency medical courses including CPR, First Aid, Emergency Medical Technician, and Tactical EMS.

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Are you looking for a career doing what you love? GTCC's entertainment technologies program prepares students for a variety of careers in the music industry. From concert lighting and live sound, to studio recording, and music business, GTCC has you covered. Learn from true industry professionals how to turn your passion into a living. Entertainment technologies creates a community of like-minded individuals who learn how to make a living doing something they really enjoy. We are helping create a lifestyle.

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GTCC is pleased to offer lifelong leisure learning and personal enrichment courses to help you better manage your finances.

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Guilford Technical Community College is pleased to offer lifelong leisure learning and personal enrichment courses to help you maintain better health. Whether you want to enhance your skills or turn them into an entrepreneurial opportunity, GTCC has a course designed for you.

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This forklift operator training is taught by an OSHA-compliant instructor. Training is 14 hours. It is a comprehensive, hands-on program that covers every aspect of lift truck training. This training is designed for students who want to learn how to operate a forklift. Certificate of Completion is given at the end of the course when a student successfully completes the course.

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This Furniture Sewing class is for those seeking employment as a production sewer in the furniture industry. The class introduces skills needed to sew upholstered furniture and covers operation of standard industrial sewing machines. Topics include machine operation, safety, terminology, adjustment and maintenance, threading and sewing straight lines, corners, curves and welts.

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This 42-hour course is designed for those who want to become licensed Residential Contractors in North Carolina. The course will help prepare students to take the N.C. Licensing Exam for the Residential Contractor's License. Course topics include information on the application process, as well as licensing requirements, building and administrative codes, insurance requirements, employment laws, safety, and blueprint reading. Previous construction experience is beneficial. This is not a course on construction skills and techniques. 

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Health Information Technology students learn skills to handle the technical aspects of patient health records such as coding, reimbursement, research, system design, and quality management within healthcare organizations. 

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Guilford Technical Community College is pleased to offer a variety of lifelong leisure learning and personal enrichment courses to get you started or enhance your knowledge of gardening, landscaping, and home décor. If you are interested in decorating or improving the look of your home, we have the classes for you.

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This course will teach your Human Resources professional how to identify and understand the requirements for each of the key employment laws (FMLA, ADA/AA, PDA, GINA, and ADEA) and how to provide information to assist in compliance. Students will also learn about health & safety, compensation, coaching, OSHA, and investigation practices.

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The Human Services Technology program prepares students for entry-level positions in agencies that provide human services, social services, educational services, treatment services, and community services. These agencies serve persons who are coping with mental and substance use disorders and/or are challenged because of disability, disadvantages, or circumstances that interfere with their ability to live full or independent lives.

The program is skills intensive, so students are prepared to move immediately into the workforce. There is an emphasis on ethics, integrity, and employability skills, which are essential to success in the field.

The program also prepares and guides students who are interested in furthering their education beyond the associate degree. Fieldwork and internships allow students to practice skills in a workplace setting before employment. The program offers two degree concentrations – Human Services: Substance Abuse Treatment and Generalist – for students pursuing the associate degree as well as a Substance Abuse certificate for students who hold a bachelor's or master's degree in a human services or related field.

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The Information Technology – Network Management degree option at GTCC is designed to provide you information and skills using network devices and technology to manage computer networks. With the world becoming more mobile, skills are vital to connect, secure, and maintain networks to transmit information.

This degree focuses on network protocols, technologies, and devices used to manage networks. Coursework focuses on managing and maintaining Cisco devices, network security, and maintaining Windows and Linux operating systems. Courses prepare you for the Cisco ICND1, ICND2, and CCNA certification exams as well as MCP from Microsoft.

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The Information Technology – Computer Programming track at GTCC is designed for students who wish to gain employment as a computer programmer, software developer, mobile application developer, or similar job title.

In this degree, you will learn how to code software applications for the PC, Web, and mobile devices using various programming languages. You will be exposed to current industry-standard programming languages and techniques. In addition to programming applications, you will also learn database and web connectivity, along with security considerations. Specific programming languages that you will learn in this degree program include Python, Visual Basic, Java, C++, SQL, and C.

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The Information Technology (IT) – General Studies option at GTCC is designed for students who want the ultimate flexibility and the option to select their own IT courses to earn an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree.

Aside from the required courses, you can create a customized degree plan based on IT courses that interest you. In this option, you choose 27 credit hours of IT classes that are applied to your degree. If you choose one or more IT Certificate programs of study, when you complete your AAS degree, you will also have certificates in other areas of IT. This is not required, however, and you may select any approved IT course from the following prefixes: CT, CIS, CSC, CTI, CTS, DBA, HBI, HIT, NET, NOS, SEC, SGD, or WEB.

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The Information Technology – System Support degree option at GTCC is designed for students who wish to start a career in information technology. This degree provides fundamentals in a variety of areas including network operating systems, networking, information security, database, and web design. Upon graduation, students will be prepared to start a career as a Desktop Support Analyst or Help Desk Technician, or plan on starting a service support business.

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This course introduces basic heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration processes used in mechanical refrigeration and air conditioning systems. And prepares students for HVAC/R-related career opportunities. Topics include terminology, safety, identification and function of components, refrigeration cycle, and tools and instrumentation used in mechanical refrigeration systems.

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Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC) has established itself as one of the most diverse training facilities in North Carolina. It is our goal to proactively meet the needs of the Criminal Justice Community. In-service law enforcement courses are offered to officers throughout the state.

By clicking "Program Details," you will be taken to a separate GTCC website that provides information for all in-service Criminal Justice courses offered through GTCC.

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The therapeutic massage program trains you for success in a rapidly growing and dynamic profession.

Our program has:

• High demand for employment
• Fast and affordable training
• Great income potential
• Advanced training in clinical modalities
• Potential for being self-employed or gaining placement in a spa, sports, or medical facility

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The Mechatronics Engineering Technology program is designed to give you a diverse set of skills in automation for the manufacturing and industrial fields. Your employment opportunities range from robotics to automation technician and many others. You will obtain skills in programmable logic controllers (PLC) and robot programming, electrical, motor control, hydraulics/pneumatics and mechanisms.

This degree can be a stepping stone to further your career in engineering or automation. At this time, the job market is actively seeking qualified students and the pay ranges are very attractive.

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Are you Spanish/English Bilingual? Do you enjoy helping people? If you’ve answered yes, a career as a Medical Interpreter may be right for you. Medical Interpreters typically work in healthcare settings and help patients communicate with doctors, nurses, and other medical staff. Interpreters must have a strong grasp of medical terminology and the common words for those medical terms in both languages.

The Quick Careers Medical Interpreter program consists of a series of three courses* designed to not only prepare students for a career as a Spanish/English Medical Interpreter but also to prepare them to earn Medical Interpreter Certification.

* Awards of Completion are earned at the successful completion of all of the courses in the program.

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Medical Receptionists are responsible for greeting patients as they enter the admitting ward of a hospital or clinic. They also direct patients to appropriate parties, give direction, provide clerical support to the admitting staff, answer telephone calls, and direct callers to the appropriate department or unit.

Whether in a private office or the public sector, you can make helping others a part of your career. The medical field has growth potential and so can you.

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GTCC offers a Medication Administration Aide course for Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) who have an active listing on the nurse aide registry. This course provides a wonderful opportunity for career enhancement to nurse aides who are interested in working in skilled nursing facilities as a medication 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, you will receive a certificate and are then eligible to take the state competency exam administered under NC Division of Health Services Regulation.

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Motors and Controls introduces a broad range of motor types and control systems. It provides an overview of the electric motor operation, selection, installation, control, and maintenance. Every effort is made to present the most up-to-date information to currently reflect the current needs and state of the industry.

Technicians will experience individualized, hands-on learning with motor control trainers and group lectures on concepts and principles.

Personalized Certificate and CEU are available.

For additional information, please view this PDF.

No courses are available at this time.

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This course is designed to meet the training and licensing requirements (initial and/or renewal) for the On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) Emissions Inspection Program administered by the NC Division of Motor Vehicles, License, and Theft Bureau.

Upon completion, a student will understand the rules, regulations, and procedures for conducting an OBD emissions inspection; be able to inspect a vehicle properly; and be prepared to take the state certification exam. Initial and recertification classes will be eight hours of instruction. The registration fee includes the workbook used during class. Registration is required.

GTCC recommends that students seeking initial certification take the safety class before the OBD II class. 

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In this course, you will learn how to lead and manage organizations that help people and make a difference in the community. You'll learn how to work as a team, plan projects, raise money, and solve problems. You will also learn about helping others, working with volunteers, and making sure an organization runs smoothly. By the end of the course, you will know how to be a strong leader and make your community a better place.

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Registered nurses are the largest group of healthcare professionals in the United States. GTCC offers an Associate Degree in Nursing that prepares you for licensure as a Registered Nurse. RNs help individuals, families, and communities achieve and maintain health. RNs develop a plan of nursing care and coordinate the implementation of the plan of care with the healthcare team. Nursing care relies on physicians but also requires independence to carry out care plans.

Employment opportunities are available in a variety of settings, including hospitals, medical offices, urgent care centers, home healthcare, industry, schools, and long-term care facilities. 

The Associate Degree Nursing program at GTCC is approved by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.

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The Nursing Assistant program consists of 214 hours of classroom and clinical studies and takes approximately three months to complete. Nurse Assistants work in a variety of health care settings such as nursing homes, hospitals, private homes, home health agencies, assisted living facilities, hospice, and medical doctors' offices. Completion of the program qualifies you to sit for the N.C. State Nursing Aide examination and if successful leads to placement on the NC Nurse Aide I Registry.

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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. Successful completion of this refresher course will provide individuals with a review of the knowledge, skills, and abilities that must be demonstrated on the National Nurse Aide Assessment Program (NNAAP) Examination necessary for listing on the North Carolina Nurse Aide I Registry.

Note: If you have taken the North Carolina NNAAP test three times within a two-year period, and failed, you are ineligible to take a refresher class and must re-take the complete Nursing Assistant 1 course. References to this rule may be found in the NC Nurse Aide I Candidate Handbook) Additionally, if your license expired prior to January 2020, you are ineligible for the refresher and must re-take the complete Nursing Assistant 1 course. 

Additional Note: If your goal is to enroll in Nursing School, this course MAY NOT meet the required pre-requisite for the school you are applying to. You are encouraged to research this before registering.

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The Office Administration program prepares you for employment in administrative support positions in a dynamic workplace. These include the following:

• general office support positions
• customer service positions
• administrative assistant positions
• executive assistant positions

Course work includes extensive and in-depth training in Microsoft Office, including integration of the Office tools, customer service, and oral and written communication.

Successful graduates qualify for clerical/administrative positions in most businesses or industries, including government and education. You will also be prepared to sit for the Microsoft Office Specialist exams in MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint.

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The Paralegal Technology curriculum prepares you to perform legal tasks and assist lawyers with many types of legal work. A paralegal does not practice law, give legal advice, or represent clients in a court of law, but they can assist with any legal work a lawyer does. The Paralegal Technology program's primary goal is to provide you with the legal knowledge and practical skills necessary to become a competent, ethical professional.

Paralegals play an important role in allowing lawyers to provide high-quality, reasonably priced legal services. As a result, it is a fast-growing field. Paralegals, sometimes also called legal assistants, work in law firms, government agencies, business organizations, and anywhere else a lawyer might work. After completing a two-year degree, many paralegals go on to get a bachelor's degree, and some even go to law school. For more information about the Paralegal Technology program and whether the AAS or Certificate would be the better fit for you, scroll down to the Frequently Asked Questions at the bottom of this page.

The Paralegal Technology Certificate program requires verification of student qualifications before enrollment.

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Pharmacy technicians are supervised by licensed pharmacists and perform duties that do not require the pharmacist’s expertise, such as labeling prescription bottles and helping patients complete medical insurance forms. Technicians have several duties that may include assisting with prescriptions by counting pills, measuring medications, and labeling products; verifying prescriptions from doctors; and maintaining patient records and insurance information.

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Phlebotomy is taught through classwork, student laboratory, and clinical experiences. You will be trained to perform a variety of blood collection methods using proper techniques and precautions, including vacuum collection devices, syringes, capillary skin puncture, butterfly needles, and blood culture specimen collection on adults, children, and infants. Emphasis will be placed on infection prevention, proper patient identification, proper labeling of specimens, and quality assurance. You will be taught specimen handling, processing, and accessioning. You will learn the theory and principles of Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) waived laboratory tests and perform the tests in the student laboratory.

Phlebotomists play a vital role in the lives of patients and are critical members of healthcare teams. The accurate collection of specimens is the foundation on which doctors and other medical professionals monitor patients' health status.

Employment of phlebotomists is projected to increase by 22 percent from 2014 to 2024, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Technicians work in settings such as hospitals and diagnostic medical laboratories. Starting hourly wage is $16 to $18 an hour.

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The Plumbing Certificate program is designed to help you acquire basic skills to assist with plumbing systems installation and repairs in residential and light commercial buildings. Coursework includes sketching diagrams, interpretation of blueprints, and practices in plumbing assembly. You will gain knowledge of state codes and requirements. You will develop skills through hands-on participation in a lab and at job sites.

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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. The PMP^® is the most important industry-recognized certification for project managers.

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The Radiography curriculum prepares you to be a radiographer, a skilled healthcare professional who uses radiation to produce images of the human body. Radiography courses include face-to-face traditional courses (lectures and labs), clinical rotations, and synchronous online lectures. Students must have access to computers and internet resources. Computer labs are available for students on campus.

For information about the profession see the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) website and the American Society of Radiologic Technologists website.

Graduates may be employed in hospitals, urgent care centers, clinics, physicians' offices, government agencies, imaging centers, and industry.

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The Simulation and Game Development degree at GTCC offers you the opportunity to learn how to develop video games and simulation software. You will learn the programming, graphics development, storylines, and business requirements for developing fully functional games and simulation software for PC and mobile devices.

This program is unique, as students who obtain the AAS in Simulation & Game Development also learn very valuable skill sets that are applicable to multiple disciplines. 

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One of our greatest fears is speaking in front of others. Unless we can effectively use our voices, our thoughts and ideas cannot be heard. Participants in the 12-hour Speaking with Confidence & Power will learn tips and tools to apply in three speaking/feedback opportunities during the class. Facilitated by the course developer, Tom Stratton, Speaking with Confidence & Power training will positively affect your ability to present your ideas in one-to-one and group settings.

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GTCC teaches a broad range of Supply Chain Management skills, including operations management, transportation, warehousing, purchasing, and international trade. We do this using practical industry-related equipment and software.

Our program stands out as the only community college program in the state with a teaching warehouse. We also use SAP, Excel, and a variety of supply chain simulations to provide a hands-on learning environment.

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The GTCC Health and Physical Education classes align with general education elective courses and prepare you for transfer to undergraduate BS degree programs that emphasize career pathways in related areas of kinesiology, exercise science, sports medicine, health promotion and wellness. These career pathways are becoming more and more crucial as preventative measures offered through these affiliated degrees intersect both the healthcare and medical communities.

The GTCC Health and Physical Education courses on the Jamestown campus are taught at the Mary Perry Ragsdale YMCA. Note: Jamestown YMCA classes may include a facility membership. For questions regarding the YMCA and its policies or procedures, please refer to the website and application links. For program questions,  contact kafields@gtcc.edu.

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The turfgrass management technology program provides students with the instruction, knowledge, and skills required for a successful career in the turfgrass Industry. The program serves the green industry. Whether it is in turfgrass, horticultural, agriculture, landscape construction, landscape gardening, or landscape maintenance, you could make above-average income, turfgrass management technology could be the right choice for you.

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Discover welding. Ignite new personal and career possibilities! From skyscrapers to NASCAR to nuclear containment vessels, welding shapes lives and communities every day. In fact, half of our nation’s total gross national product includes welding work, products, and services of some kind. There is currently a skilled welder shortage equating to great job security. Amazing, right?

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