Summer SkillUp Programs
GTCC Summer SkillUp Programs provide short-term training opportunities for individuals looking to strengthen their technical skills, meet continuing education requirements, or prepare for industry-related licensing exams. Course offerings include plumbing, HVAC, electrical, low voltage safety, EV charging systems, shower installation, water heater installation, and welding fundamentals.
These programs are designed for working professionals, contractors, and individuals interested in hands-on career training in skilled trades. Courses are offered on select dates in May and June 2026 and include options approved or designed to support licensing, safety awareness, and industry certification preparation.
Technical Installation of Waterheaters (PLU-3100-132)
Course ID: PLU-3100-132
Dates: 5/29/2026
This course is designed to provide the continuing education training required for licensed plumbing, heating and air conditioning contractors. The course must be approved by the NC State Board of Examiners. For more information, go to nclicensing.org.
Technical Installation of Waterheaters (PLU-3100-133)
Course ID: PLU-3100-133
Dates: 6/12/2026
This course is designed to provide the continuing education training required for licensed plumbing, heating and air conditioning contractors. The course must be approved by the NC State Board of Examiners. For more information, go to nclicensing.org.
Proper Shower Installation for Tile & Non-Tile Applications (PLU-3100-134)
Course ID: PLU-3100-134
Dates: 6/19/2026
This course is designed to provide the continuing education training required for licensed plumbing, heating and air conditioning contractors. The course must be approved by the NC State Board of Examiners. For more information, go to nclicensing.org.
Course ID: OSH-3013-136
Dates: 5/22/2026
This course is designed to provide a basic overview of the recognition and avoidance of unsafe conditions on the job site and will provide the student with a basic understanding of OSHA regulations, enforcement, and compliance.
Course ID: OSH-3013-137
Dates: 5/29/2026
This course is designed to provide a basic overview of the recognition and avoidance of unsafe conditions on the job site and will provide the student with a basic understanding of OSHA regulations, enforcement, and compliance.
Welding & Fabrication Fundamentals (WLD-3106-138)
Course ID: WLD-3106-138
Dates: 6/15/2026
This course provides instruction on the principles and practices of welding. Emphasis is on the blueprint reading, metallurgy, welding inspection, and destructive and non-destructive testing. Course content will be specific to a particular welding process such as SMAW (stick), GMAW (MIG), and GTAW (TIG). Upon completion, students will have the knowledge base to sit for various industry-specific certifications.