Return to School

The Professional Development Advisory Committee is composed of faculty and staff members of Central Piedmont Community College. This committee meets on a monthly basis to decide on the allocations for funding professional development and educational activities for employees of the college. All employees will have the opportunity to further their education or attend conferences and workshops to enhance their personal and professional development. The Professional Development Advisory Committee prioritizes proposals for funds allocation using the Guidelines for Allocation of Funds listed below. View form.

Guidelines for Allocation of Return-to-School Funds

  • Funding is available to all full-time CPCC employees (excluding the president, vice presidents, and associate vice presidents) employed for at least one full year.
  • First time applicants will receive priority.
  • Individuals requiring training to maintain certification or recertification will receive priority.
  • Individuals may be fully or partially funded based on available funds and up to the maximum allowance of $700 per term.
  • Upon reaching the maximum allowance ($2,100), the applicant must wait one full fiscal year following the fiscal year in which the maximum was reached before reapplying.
  • Only educational activities related to your current position at CPCC or to the mission of the College will be considered for reimbursement.
  • Return-to-School funds shall not be used to reimburse Financial Aid which does not require repayment (i.e., scholarships, grants, tuition waivers, etc.).
  • Individuals enrolled in academic degree programs must receive:
    • Grades of A-C for Bachelors of Arts or Science
    • Grades of A-B for Masters and Doctoral

A new application must be submitted each term.

Application deadlines:

  • Spring Term (Jan 1-May 14)--Due by January 30
  • Summer Term (May 15-Aug 14)--Due by May 30
  • Fall Term (Aug 15-Dec 15)--Due by August 30