As a catalyst for economic growth in the region, CPCC works with many community agencies and businesses to identify areas where jobs currently exist or may be in demand in the future.  In turn, the college provides educational programs to help individuals develop the knowledge and skills necessary to be successful in these industries.  

Based on information from our region's economic developers and projections from the US Department of Labor's Occupational Outlook Handbook, the following industries are projected to be among the fastest growing occupations and those with strong job potential in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg region: 

The Occupational Outlook Handbook cites an Associate degree or higher as the most significant level of postsecondary education or training for 12 of the 20 fastest growing occupations.  As Charlotte-Mecklenburg's community college, CPCC offers over 100 associates degrees, diplomas or certificates; many that prepare individuals for careers in these fast growing industries.   

Please click the industry links for more information about job growth and CPCC's available Short-Term education and training programs.  The programs on this site can be completed in 15-18 months and offer the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively compete for tomorrow's jobs in demand.