Continuing Education Courses

Cisco CCNA Course 3 – Enterprise Networking

NET 3225

This course is designed to cover the architecture, components, operations, and security to scale for large, complex networks, including wide area network (WAN) technologies. Emphasis is placed on configuring, troubleshooting, and securing enterprise network devices and understanding how application programming interfaces (API) and configuration management tools enable network automation. Upon completion, students should be able to configure link state routing protocols, implement ACLs to filter traffic and secure administrative access, configure NAT services on the router to provide address scalability, explain techniques to provide address scalability and secure remote access for WAN, and explain how automation affects evolving networks. This course is offered in a three-course sequence leading to the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA). Students must complete CCNA 1 – Introduction to Networks, CCNA 2 – Switching and Routing, and CCNA 3 – Enterprise Networking, to take the certification exam. Students must have completed Introduction to Networks (CCNA 1) and Switching and Routing (CCNA 2) to register for this course. This is a hybrid course. Class will meet face-to-face one night per week and a portion of the coursework will be delivered online. Prepayment of tuition and purchase of the course materials is required. Registration fees do not include certification exam fees.

Instructor: Hatfield Cost: $215

Course Schedule and Costs
Course Code Section Days Date Time Loc
NET-3225-01 64315 T 08/25/26 – 12/08/26 5:30pm-7:30pm ADT  118 and Online

CNC Turning

MEC-7004

This course introduces machining operations as they relate to the metalworking industry. Topics include machine shop safety, measuring tools, lathes, drilling machines, saws, milling machines, bench grinders, and layout instruments. Upon completion, students should be able to safely perform the basic operations of measuring, layout, drilling, sawing, turning, and milling.

Instructor: TBD Cost: $210

Course Schedule and Costs
Course Code Section Days Date Time Loc
MEC-7004-02 65853 TTH 08/18/2026 – 12/10/2026 9:00am-11:25am CWD  175 and CWD  177

Commercial Wiring

ELC-7100

This course provides instruction in the application of electrical tools, materials, and test equipment associated with commercial electrical installations. Topics include the NEC; safety; electrical blueprints; planning, layout, and installation of equipment and conduits; and wiring devices such as panels and overcurrent devices. Upon completion, students should be able to properly install equipment and conduit associated with commercial electrical installations.

Instructor: TBD Cost: $230

Course Schedule and Costs
Course Code Section Days Date Time Loc
ELC-7100-01 65860 TTH 08/18/2026 – 12/10/2026 12:00pm-2:50pm IT1  104, IT1  110 and Online

CompTIA A+ IT Technician

NET 7005

This course is intended for those preparing for a career as an entry-level Information Technology professional or a Personal Computer service technician and will provide the background knowledge and skills required to be successful on the job. In this course, students will learn the essential skills and information needed to install, upgrade, repair, configure, troubleshoot, optimize and perform preventative maintenance of basic personal computer hardware and operating systems. In addition, this course will assist you in preparing for the CompTIA A+ certification exam. Registration fees do not include CompTIA A+ certification exam fees. This course is instructor-led and delivered in a hybrid format on campus and online. Prepayment of tuition and purchase of course materials are required.

CompTIA A+ IT Technician Interest Form

CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst

CCT 7000

This course prepares students to evaluate the weaknesses of traditional and wireless networks for the purpose of incident response, reconstruction, and investigative techniques. This course is intended for professionals looking to perform data analysis and interpret the results, use threat detection tools, and protect applications and systems within an organization. Skills covered include threat and vulnerability management, security architecture, and cyber-incident response. In addition, students will prepare for the CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) exam. An intermediate Information Technology skill level is recommended. Class will meet face-to-face one night a week and a portion of the coursework will be delivered online. Prepayment of tuition and purchase of the course materials is required. Registration fees do not include certification exam fees.

CompTIA Network+ and Security+

NET 7003

This program is intended for entry-level computer support professionals with a basic knowledge of computer hardware, software, and operating systems who wish to increase their knowledge and understanding of networking concepts. Students will obtain the required skills needed to prepare for a career in network support or administration and will prepare for the CompTIA Network+ certification exam. In addition, students will understand the field of network security and how it relates to other areas of Information Technology while preparing for the CompTIA Security+ certification exam. Prerequisite: Networking experience is helpful but not mandatory; A+ certification or equivalent skills and knowledge is helpful but not mandatory. CompTIA Network+ and Security+ is a bundled course and enrollment in this course includes coverage of both classes (students may not split the course). This is a hybrid course. Class will meet face-to-face one night a week and a portion of the coursework will be delivered online. Prepayment of tuition and purchase of the course materials is required. Registration fees do not include certification exam fees.

Computer Basics

HRD 3501

Develop computer skills essential for success in today’s technology-driven workplace. Computer training: Basic function of Microsoft Word & Excel, emailing, internet navigation, file organization, uploads/downloads, and resources for keyboarding skills. As authorized by G.S. 115D-5(b)(13), students may be eligible for a registration fee waiver for Computer Basics if he/she: (1) is unemployed, (2) has received notification of a pending layoff, (3) is working and is eligible for the Federal Earned Income Tax Credit (FEITC), or (4) is working and earning wages at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines.

Instructor: TBD Cost: $70

 

 

 

Course Schedule and Costs
Course Code Section Days Date Time Loc
HRD-3005-10 64360 F 05/22/26 – 06/12/26 9:00am – 12:00pm ADT  104
HRD-3501-01 65490 T 06/09/26 – 06/30/26 5:30pm – 8:30pm ADT  104
HRD-3501-02 65495 F 07/10/26 – 07/31/26 9:00am – 12:00pm ADT  104
HRD-3501-01 65493 T 09/22/26 – 10/13/26 5:30pm – 8:30pm ADT  104

 

Computer Programming

CSC 3110

This course is designed to introduce students to aspects of developing a computer program. Students will analyze problems, create pseudo code and flow charts, and ultimately create a functioning program to solve those problems. Students will learn to correct and execute programs, apply effective programming techniques to prepare business reports, and create and maintain data files. Students do not need a strong technical or math background to succeed in this course. Coursework will be delivered online and class will meet virtually one night. Prepayment of tuition and purchase of course materials is required.

Corrections

CJC 2141

This course covers the history, major philosophies, components, and current practices and problems of the field of corrections. Topics include historical evolution, functions of the various components, alternatives to incarceration, treatment programs, inmate control, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to explain the various components, processes, and functions of the correctional system. This course is instructor-led and delivered online. Prepayment of tuition is required.

Credit from this course can be applied to the Criminal Justice Technology Associate in Applied Science Degree.

Instructor: Sweatt Cost: $131

 

Course Schedule and Costs
Course Code Section Days Date Loc
CJC-2141-01 65426 M-SU 08/17/26 – 12/14/26 Online: 48 hours
  • To register, contact Admissions at (336) 342-4261, ext. 2333.

Cosmetology I and II

COS 3201

This two-year program provides English- and Spanish-speaking students with hands-on training in a simulated salon environment. Course work includes instructions in all phases of professional imaging, hair design, chemical processes, skin care, nail care, multi-cultural practices, business/computer principles, product knowledge, and other selected topics.

The program consists of two sessions, which prepare students for the State Board of Cosmetic Arts exam at 1,200 hours for an Apprentice license, or Full license at 1,500 hours.

There is a required orientation for all students to learn about textbooks, kits, uniforms, and the program schedule.

RCC also offers an associate degree, a diploma, and a certificate in Cosmetology.

In addition to tuition, students are required to purchase text books and a Cosmetology Kit for about $1,500 total. Students must also purchase two sets of solid black or solid white scrub uniforms at an estimated cost of $35 each, and malpractice insurance at $32 per year.

 

Course Schedule and Costs
Course Code Name Section Days Date Time Loc Cost
COS-3201-01 Cosmetology I 65491 M-TH 08/17/26 – 07/22/27 4:30pm-9:30pm SCI  105 $206
COS-3201-02 Cosmetology II 65548 M-TH 08/17/26 – 07/22/27 4:30pm-9:30pm SCI  105 $206

 

Este programa de dos años brinda a los estudiantes de habla inglesa y española capacitación práctica en un ambiente de salón simulado. El trabajo del curso incluye instrucciones en todas las fases de la imagen profesional, diseño del cabello, procesos químicos, cuidado de la piel, cuidado de las uñas, prácticas multiculturales, principios comerciales/informáticos, conocimiento de productos y otros temas seleccionados. El programa consta de dos sesiones, que preparan a los estudiantes para el examen de la Junta Estatal de Artes Cosméticas de 1200 horas para una licencia de aprendiz o una licencia completa de 1500 horas. Hay una orientación obligatoria para que todos los estudiantes aprendan sobre los libros de texto, los kits, los uniformes y el horario del programa.

RCC también ofrece un título asociado, un diploma y un certificado en Cosmetología.

Además de pagar por las clases, los estudiantes deben comprar libros de texto y un kit de cosmetología por aproximadamente $1,500 en total. Los estudiantes también deben comprar dos juegos de uniformes médicos de color negro o blanco sólido a un costo estimado de $35 cada uno, y un seguro contra negligencia médica de $32 por año.

CPR

SEF 7010

Learn how to recognize an emergency, care for conscious and unconscious choking victims, recognize signs of a heart attack, rescue breathing and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. This course also introduces automated external defibrillation and is approved by American Heart Association. When the course is completed, students receive an AHA/BLS recognition card that is valid for 2 years. No fee exemptions. Prepayment and Pre- registration is required no later than one business week prior to class. AHA Cards are now eCards, you must have an email address to access your card. The American Heart Association strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in all AHA courses and has developed instructional materials for this purpose. Use of the materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by the AHA. Any fees charged for such a course except for a portion of fees needed for AHA course materials, do not represent income to the AHA.

Instructor: TBD Cost: $60

 

Course Schedule and Costs
Course Code Section Days Date Time Loc Cost
SEF-7010-01 65597 S 05/23/26 – 05/23/26 9:00am–1:00pm OHS 208 $60
SEF-7010-01 65604 S 08/22/26 – 08/22/26 9:00am–1:00pm OHS 208 $60
SEF-7010-02 65599 F 06/12/26 – 06/12/26 9:00am–1:00pm OHS 208 $60
SEF-7010-02 65605 F 09/11/26 – 09/11/26 9:00am–1:00pm OHS 208 $60
SEF-7010-03 65600 S 06/27/26 – 06/27/26 9:00am–1:00pm OHS 208 $60
SEF-7010-03 65606 S 09/19/26 – 09/19/26 9:00am–1:00pm OHS 208 $60
SEF-7010-04 65601 F 07/10/26 – 07/10/26 9:00am–1:00pm OHS 208 $60
SEF-7010-04 65607 F 10/09/26 – 10/09/26 9:00am–1:00pm OHS 208 $60
SEF-7010-05 65602 S 07/25/26 – 07/25/26 9:00am–1:00pm OHS 208 $60
SEF-7010-05 65608 S 10/24/26 – 10/24/26 9:00am–1:00pm OHS 208 $60
SEF-7010-06 65603 F 08/07/26 – 08/07/26 9:00am–1:00pm OHS 208 $60
SEF-7010-06 65609 F 11/06/26 – 11/06/26 9:00am–1:00pm OHS 208 $60
SEF-7010-07 65610 S 11/21/26 – 11/21/26 9:00am–1:00pm OHS 208 $60
SEF-7010-08 65611 F 12/11/26 – 12/11/26 9:00am–1:00pm OHS 208 $60

Creative Painting

CSP-7770

Explore painting technique and concept with instructor Jozy Reid. All skill levels welcome. Students will need the following supplies:

  • A set of paints, either oil, acrylic, gouache, or watercolor. The set should include magenta, yellow, cyan, black, and white or something close to those.
  • The support that their medium requires (e.g. canvas, panel)
  • The solvent that their medium requires
  • Brushes
  • A sketchbook
  • A drawing tool (pen, pencil, etc.)
Course Schedule and Costs
Course Code Section Days Date Time Loc Cost
CSP-7769-31 65592 TH 08/20/26 – 10/08/26 5:00pm-8:00pm CCA  102 $98
CSP-7769-41 65541 TH 10/15/26 – 12/10/26 5:00pm-8:00pm CCA  102 $98

Customer Experience

MKT 7611

This course stresses the importance of customer relations in the business world. Emphasis is placed on learning how to respond to complex customer requirements and to efficiently handle stressful situations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the ability to handle customer relations. This course is instructor-led and delivered online. Prepayment of tuition is required.

Instructor: Archer Cost: $131

 

Course Schedule and Costs
Course Code Section Days Date Loc
MKT-7611-01 65614 M-SU 08/17/26 – 12/14/26 Online: 48 hours

Cybersecurity Awareness

CCT 7001

This course prepares students for strengthening security on computers and networks. Students will learn topics including best practices for how to secure and protect a network, identifying cyber threats, recognizing potential loopholes in current security, device security, and more. This class is a must for small business owners, churches, and other community organizations! This course is instructor-led and delivered in a hybrid format on campus and online. Prepayment of tuition is required.

Submit the Cybersecurity Awareness Interest Form to be notified once upcoming course dates are announced.

 

DC/AC Electricity

ELC-7003

This course introduces the fundamental concepts and computations related to DC/AC electricity. Emphasis is placed on DC/AC circuits, components, operation of test equipment; and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to construct, verify, and analyze simple DC/AC circuits.

Instructor: TBD Cost: $210

Course Schedule and Costs
Course Code Section Days Date Time Loc
ELC-7003-01 65856 TWTH 08/18/2026 – 12/10/2026 9:00am-11:25am CWD  157 and CWD  160

Diagrams & Schematics

ELC-7101

This course covers the interpretation of electrical diagrams, schematics, and drawings common to electrical applications. Emphasis is placed on reading and interpreting electrical diagrams and schematics. Upon completion, students should be able to read and interpret electrical diagrams and schematics.

Instructor: TBD Cost: $180

Course Schedule and Costs
Course Code Section Days Date Time Loc
ELC-7101-01 65877 M 08/17/2026 – 12/14/2026 9:00am-11:25am CWD  156 and Online

Digital Marketing Bootcamp

MKT 7215

This course prepares students to boost digital and social media marketing skills. Students will learn topics such how to deploy a variety of digital and social media tools to aid in marketing a business, knowledge of all social media platforms and the purpose and best audience for each, advertising and paid campaigns, website tools, techniques for pushing content out with the highest success rates, search engine optimization, data analytics and reporting, and how to develop content for the various platforms. Upon completion, students will be able to take the knowledge gained and put to use in their own business or organization to drive growth across digital platforms. This class is a must for small businesses and marketing professionals. This course is instructor-led and delivered in a hybrid format on campus and online. Prepayment of tuition is required.

 

Digital Technology Foundations

OTS 7153

This course is for students who want to learn how to use many of the technical advances that they encounter every day. Students will learn how to use their cell phones (emphasis on iPhones) to view and send email, take and send pictures and other media, use video chat, send and receive text messages, use Maps to find places and navigate there, and use Calendar to keep up with their schedules. Students will also learn about individual tech topics of interest to them. Some topics that may be included are: QR Codes, PayPal, Facebook, Instagram, Zoom, Safari/Google Chrome, and using basic Microsoft Word and Excel. Students will be prepared to meet today’s technology challenges and confident in their ability to help clients and coworkers with their tech tasks. This course is instructor-led and delivered on campus. Prepayment of tuition is required. Students should bring their cell phones to the first class.

DSS Caseworker Phase 1: Human Services Exploration

HRD 4000

This the first in a series of two classes offered through the NC FAST program (the second class is HSE-3220 Income Maintenance Caseworker: NC Fast Phase 2 ). Both classes must be successfully completed to gain certification. This certification series is for students who are interested in working for the N.C. Department of Social Services as an Income Maintenance Caseworker. Students taking this class must be comfortable using computers. As authorized by G.S. 115D-5(b)(13), students may be eligible for a registration fee waiver for DSS Caseworker Phase 1 if he/she: (1) is unemployed, (2) has received notification of a pending layoff, (3) is working and is eligible for the Federal Earned Income Tax Credit (FEITC), or (4) is working and earning wages at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines.

 

Course Schedule and Costs
Course Code Section Days Date Time Loc Cost
HRD-4000-01 65492 MW 07/13/26 – 09/14/26 6:00pm-9:00pm ADT  104 $125

DSS Income Maintenance Caseworker: NC Fast Phase 2

HSE 3220

This is the second in a series of two classes offered through the NC FAST program. BOTH classes must be successfully completed in order to gain certification. The prerequisite for this class is HRD-4000: Human Services Exploration: DSS Caseworker. This certification series is for those interested in working for the N.C. Department of Social Services as an Income Maintenance Caseworker.

Course Schedule and Costs
Course Code Section Days Date Time Loc Cost
HRD-3220-01 65579 MW 09/21/26 – 11/11/26 6:00pm-9:00pm ADT  104 $125
Address

Rockingham Community College
PO Box 38
215 Wrenn Memorial Rd.
Wentworth, NC 27375

Summer Hours

Monday to Thursday:
8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Friday: Closed

Contact

336-342-4261
336-349-9986 (fax)
info@rockinghamcc.edu

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