CPCC supports faculty and staff attendance to both local and national conferences. If there is a conference that you feel should be added to this list, please contact the Office of Professional Development. You may view a complete list of funding options here.

American Association of Community Colleges - (AACC) is the primary advocacy organization for the nation's community colleges. The AACC supports and promotes its member colleges through policy initiatives, innovative programs, research and information and strategic outreach to business and industry and the national news media. More info…

American Association for Women in Community College (AAWCC) - is guided in all of its endeavors by a firm commitment to equity and excellence in education and employment for women in community, junior and technical colleges. More info…

Academic Chairpersons Conference - is an annual forum where academic chairpersons, administrators, and faculty from all areas of higher education share the most successful, innovative ideas and strategies to assist each other in becoming more effective in their positions. More info…

Center for Occupational Research and Development - (CORD) is a national nonprofit organization providing innovative changes in education to prepare students for greater success in careers and higher education. CORD assists educators in secondary schools and colleges through new curricula, teaching strategies, professional development, and partnerships with community leaders, families, and employers. More info…

Eastern Regional Competency Based Education Consortium (ERBEC) - is a Consortium made up of Educational Institutions interested in promoting the concept of quality education through identifying up front what should be taught in a curriculum. More info…

League for Innovation in the Community College - is an international organization dedicated to catalyzing the community college movement. The League hosts conferences and institutes, develops Web resources, conducts research, produces publications, provides services, and leads projects and initiatives with member colleges, corporate partners, and other agencies in a continuing effort to make a positive difference for students and communities. More info…

Lilly Conferences on College & University Teaching - are retreats that combine workshops, discussion sessions, and major addresses, with opportunities for informal discussion about excellence in college and university teaching and learning. More info…

National Association for Tech-Prep Leadership - (NATPL) strives to provide every student an opportunity to participate in a seamless educational system that includes the academic and technical knowledge and skills required for continued education and workforce readiness. More info…

National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development – (NISOD) is dedicated to the professional development of faculty, administrators, and staff; and to the continued improvement of teaching and learning, with the ultimate goal of student success. More info...

North Carolina Association for Developmental Education (NCADE) - is an association whose members are committed to promoting educational access, opportunity, academic skill development, and student success. More info…

North Carolina Community College System - (NCCCS) opens the door to high-quality, accessible educational opportunities that minimize barriers to post-secondary education, maximize student success, develop a globally and multi-culturally competent workforce, and improve the lives and well-being of individuals. More info…

North Carolina Community College Adult Educators Association (NCCCAEA) - provides leadership for the advancement of adult education in North Carolina. More info…

North Carolina Community College Student Development Personnel Association (N3CSDPA) - strives to enhance the effectiveness of development of students within the Community College System. More info…

North Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities (NCICU) - represents independent higher education in the areas of state and federal public policy and on education issues with the other sectors of education in the state. More info…

National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD) - is dedicated to the professional development of faculty, administrators, and staff; and to the continued improvement of teaching and learning, with the ultimate goal of student success. More info…

Piedmont Area Education Consortium (PAEC) - is the premier professional development consortium among community colleges in the state. More info…

The Teaching Professor - offers a combination of concise information and stirring inspiration to help faculty members in all disciplines teach more effectively. More info...