Short-Term Training or Professional Certificates
Unlock new opportunities through flexible, short-term training courses that help you grow professionally, pursue your passions, and connect with lifelong learning.
Accelerated Career Training (ACT)
Transform your future and gain the skills for a high-growth career through the Accelerated Career Training program, a tuition-free pathway designed to move you quickly into the workforce with dedicated coaching and professional support.
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Caseworker Training: NC FAST and DSS Human Services
In just 16 weeks, you can gain the credentials and the interview opportunity needed to start your new career at the Mecklenburg County Department of Social Services.
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Integrated Education Training
Central Piedmont’s Integrated Education and Training (IET) programs are designed to help adult learners build academic skills and job skills at the same time.
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English as a Second Language
Become fluent in the English language to unlock new professional, personal and academic opportunities.
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Veterinary Assistant - Short-Term Training
Turn your love of animals into a career with non-credit Veterinary Assistant courses covering animal care, lab procedures, veterinary dentistry, emergency care, and client communication. Gain practical skills for work in veterinary settings.
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Transportation, Distribution and Logistics - Short-Term Training
Get job-ready with non-credit courses in CDL truck driving, transportation and logistics, forklift certification, and freight broker training. Gain industry-recognized skills that can help move your career forward in a fast-growing field.
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NCWorks NextGen
NCWorks NextGen at Central Piedmont Community College serves as a comprehensive gateway to education, training and employment.
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More Than a Job
Unlock the training, funding and personal support you need to transition from underemployment into a high-growth career that provides long-term stability for you and your family.
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Independence and Literacy Education for Adults with Disabilities
The Independence and Literacy Education for Adults with Disabilities (I-LEAD) program provides a specialized educational environment for adults with intellectual disabilities or traumatic brain injuries.
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