The POWER Pathways program is designed for students with documented disabilities who need support in developing life, work, and academic skills. It helps prepares them for taking curriculum courses, earning a GTCC credential, or transitioning into a career.
This two-year program provides students with the opportunity to explore careers and create a pathway for their future. Coursework will focus on employability, problem-solving, financial literacy, self-advocacy, independent living, job shadowing, internships, and more.
Classes may be offered on the Greensboro or High Point campus depending on student interest and availability.
Admission Requirements
Prospective students are most likely to benefit from this program if they score at about a third-grade reading and math level on a CASAS or TABE assessment to be admitted to the program.
The daily schedule for students is 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday. For more information, see the frequently asked questions below.
Important Dates
Application Dates to Remember
Date
Event
Jan. 23, 2025
2025-2026 Application opens.
April 25, 2025
Deadline for early application.
May 14, 2025
Early admission decisions are made.
July 11, 2025
Application deadline.
July 24, 2025
Interviews are conducted.
Career Development
Career development instruction is included in all POWER Pathway courses to help with:
employment strategies, such as resume preparation and interviewing techniques,
goal setting and career pathway development.
Students also will have instruction in soft skills needed to retain employment.
POWER Pathways at GTCC
Frequently Asked Questions
Our courses are designed for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and are open to anyone in the community.
If you are under 18 years old and wish to enroll in this or any other Adult Education course, you must complete a minor release form. Please contact your desired GTCC campus to obtain the form, or click the link below. This form must be filled out completely.
Although most Adult Education classes are free, there is a registration fee for the Food Service and Customer Service programs, which include occupational training courses. Students will be expected to purchase some items.
Food Service costs:
program registration fee of $133 (per year)
two (2) aprons, nonslip shoes, and a textbook for about $50
ServSafe® exam fee of $16
Limited scholarships funds are available for those who demonstrate financial need.
You are required to attend the Adult Education program classes that you register for regularly. Students are expected to attend at least 80% of their assigned class meeting times and to take periodic progress tests as required by the program for continued participation.
Once registered, students who do not meet our minimum attendance requirements and/or remain absent for 90 consecutive days will have to wait until the following July 1 to re-enter the program.
Students also must abide by the GTCC Code of Conduct to maintain good standing in our program.
Download the Adaptive Behavior Checklist and return two copies completed by individuals who have worked with the applicant in a professional capacity to the Adult Education offices on the Greensboro or High Point campuses.
