Continuing Education Courses

LinkedIn for Employment

HRD 7124

This course is designed to assist unemployed professionals or professionals seeking to improve their employment status with the hottest networking tool available today. Find out what LinkedIn is, how it is used, and how it can assist in employment opportunities.

Submit the Linkedin for Employment Interest Form to be notified once upcoming course dates are announced.

Little Country Church in Fall

CSP-7764

Capture the nostalgia of a country church tucked away in a fall scene. Students will learn color mixing, painting in layers, undercolor importance, perspective, and composition.

Course Schedule and Costs
Course Code Section Days Date Time Loc Cost
CSP-7764-31 63326 W 08/20/25 – 10/15/25 1:00pm-4:00pm HUM  105 $73

Manicurist

COS 3101

This comprehensive course provides instruction and clinical practice in manicuring, nail building (application and maintenance of artificial nails), and pedicuring. Course content includes nail anatomy, disorders of nails, and irregularities of nails; theory and salesmanship as it relates to manicuring; actual practice in manicuring; and arm, hand, and foot massage. Manicurist students must complete 300 hours in an approved beauty school or college before applying to the State Board of Cosmetic Arts for examination. Students enrolled only in manicuring shall only perform services directly relating to the prescribed course in manicuring.

In addition to tuition, cosmetology students are required to purchase text books and a Cosmetology Kit $900. Students must also purchase two sets of solid Navy-Blue scrub uniforms at an estimated cost of $35 each, and malpractice insurance at $32 per year.

Please note: this is a comprehensive course to provide training for those interested in becoming registered manicurists only and not desiring to become licensed cosmetologists.

Course Schedule and Costs
Course Code Section Days Date Time Loc Cost
COS-3101-02 63374 FS 09/05/25 – 02/28/26 8:30am-5:00pm SCI  105 $206

Mechatronics Level 1: Fundamentals

ATR-3115

This course introduces the synergistic integration and application of mechanical, electrical, electronic, robotic, and computer engineering technologies, including Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), that are found within production and manufacturing. Upon completion, students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the function of the components of a mechatronic system, their controlling interactions, problem solving, and the overall operation of the mechatronic control system.

Cost: $192

Course Schedule and Costs
Course Code Section Days Date Time Loc
ATR-3115-01 64037 TTH 05/26/2026 – 07/23/2026 10:00am-2:40pm CWD  147 and Online

Mechatronics Level 2: Applied Industry 4.0

ATR-3115

Participants will advance their skills in smart manufacturing with Industry 4.0 applications. Students learn to configure Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), apply robotic safety measures, and program complex automated processes using PLCs, sensors, and electro-pneumatic systems. This hands-on course prepares you to troubleshoot, optimize, and manage integrated systems and robot operations. Certified students will be equipped to analyze entire automation processes, ensuring peak performance and reliability. Ideal for technicians ready to take a leadership role in advanced system integration.

Cost: $192

Course Schedule and Costs
Course Code Section Days Date Time Loc
ATR-3115-01 63974 TTH 01/20/2026 – 04/30/2026 5:30pm-8:300pm CWD  147 and Online

Medical Assisting

This program provides skills training in three competency areas related to the job performance for medical assistants: administrative office, laboratory, and clinical. Course work includes instruction in scheduling appointments, insurance coding and billing, medical transcription, computer operations, assisting with examinations/treatments, performing routine laboratory procedures, and ethical/legal issues associated with patient care. Students will automatically be enrolled in a required 4-hour Technology Awareness course prior to the start of the course. Students will be required to complete 40 clinical hours. Upon completion, students will have the knowledge base to apply for national certification for Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA).

Medication Aide

This course is designed to meet the training requirements for becoming qualified as a Medication Aide. The course covers the six rights of medication administration for non-licensed personnel. Topics include medication administration via the oral, topical and instillation routes, medical asepsis, hand hygiene, terminology, and legal implications. Upon completion, students should be able to take the competency exam and demonstrate skills necessary to qualify for listing on the North Carolina Medication Aide Registry.

Microsoft Excel Basics

OST 7149

This course introduces students to the basic skills needed to use the Microsoft Excel spreadsheet software on the job or at home. Topics include basic functions of the software, functions and formulas, printing, basic charts, and other related topics. Only basic computer knowledge is necessary; no prior Excel knowledge is required. This course is instructor-led and delivered on campus. Prepayment of tuition is required.

Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

OST 7133

This course is intended to equip students with the skills needed to confidently utilize Word, Excel, and PowerPoint on the job or at home. Topics cover basic functions of each software package, mail merge, pivot tables, and other business uses. In addition, students will obtain the knowledge necessary to prepare for the Microsoft Office Specialist Word, Excel, and PowerPoint certification exams. This is a bundled course and is instructor-led and delivered in a hybrid format on campus and online. Prepayment of tuition is required. Purchase of course materials (approximately $110) is required during the first class. Registration fees do not include Microsoft certification exam fees.

Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Interest Form

Natural Hair Care Specialist

COS 3104

This 300-hour program is designed to teach styling techniques such as BRAIDING, TWISTING, EXTENDING AND LOCKING NATURAL HAIR without the use of chemicals such as perms/relaxers and hair color. After completing the course, the students will be able to sit for the North Carolina State Board of Cosmetic Arts Exam to become a licensed Natural Hair Care Specialist.

The program provides instruction and clinical practice in natural hair care. The course content includes:

  • Sanitation
  • Bacteriology
  • Disinfection
  • First Aid
  • Shampooing
  • Draping
  • Anatomy
  • Disorders of the hair and scalp
  • Client consultation

As part of the program students will develop skills during clinic hours.

Natural Hair Care students must complete the required hours and competencies before applying to the State Board of Cosmetic Arts for exam.

In addition to tuition, there is a cost of approximately $800 for a kit and textbooks.

Course Schedule and Costs
Course Code Section Days Date Time Loc Cost
COS-3104-01 63375 FS 09/05/25 – 02/28/26 8:30am-5:00pm SCI  105 $206

*This course is not a full Cosmetology licensing program

 

Notary Public Education

LEX 3874

Participants learn the requirements and qualifications of the notary public office. Requirements for attestation, fees, general powers and limitations, certifications, oaths, affirmations and affidavits are taught. NC Notaries must have a high school diploma or GED; must be at least 18 years old; read, write, and speak English; have no felony convictions; and successfully complete this approved notary course.

Additional costs include: commission fee to Secretary of State, $50; swearing in at the courthouse, $10; required textbook purchased from bookstore (cost varies); notary seal (cost varies). Prepayment of tuition and purchase of the Notary Manual prior to class is required.

Please note that your Notary Manual must be purchased from the RCC Bookstore before 3:00 p.m. on the Friday before class begins. If you cannot come to the RCC Bookstore to purchase your book in person, please allow time for the book to be shipped to you from the RCC Bookstore. Additional shipping and handling charges will apply.

Prepayment of tuition and purchase of the Notary manual prior to class is required.

Instructor: Varies Cost: $73

 

Course Schedule and Costs
Course Code Section Days Date Time Loc
LEX-3874-03 63279 S 10/11/25 9:00am-4:30pm ADT  111
LEX-3874-04 63280 S 11/15/25 9:00am-4:30pm ADT  111
LEX-3874-05 63281 S 12/06/25 9:00am-4:30pm ADT  111
LEX-3874-01 64235 S 01/17/26 9:00am-4:30pm ADT  111
LEX-3874-02 64240 S 02/21/26 9:00am-4:30pm ADT  111
LEX-3874-03 64241 S 03/21/26 9:00am-4:30pm ADT  111
LEX-3874-04 64242 S 04/11/26 9:00am-4:30pm ADT  111
LEX-3874-05 64243 S 05/02/26 9:00am-4:30pm ADT  111
LEX-3874-01 64248 S 06/13/26 9:00am-4:30pm ADT  111
LEX-3874-02 64251 S 07/25/26 9:00am-4:30pm ADT  111

Please Note: Notary Manual must be purchased prior to class

Notary Public Education Online

LEX-3874

Participants learn the requirements and qualifications of the notary public office. Requirements for attestation, fees, general powers and limitations, certifications, oaths, affirmations and affidavits are taught. NC Notaries must have a high school diploma or GED; must be at least 18 years old; read, write, and speak English; have no felony convictions; and successfully complete this approved notary course.

Additional costs include: commission fee to Secretary of State, $50; swearing in at the courthouse, $10; required textbook purchased from bookstore (cost varies); notary seal (cost varies). Prepayment of tuition and purchase of the Notary Manual prior to class is required.

Please note that your Notary Manual must be purchased from the RCC Bookstore before 3:00 p.m. on the Friday before class begins. If you cannot come to the RCC Bookstore to purchase your book in person, please allow time for the book to be shipped to you from the RCC Bookstore. Additional shipping and handling charges will apply.

This class has a mandatory Zoom meeting that students must attend with their camera on. Students also must log in to Moodle prior to the class to complete paperwork and prepare for the Zoom session. Classes on Fridays are online, and Saturday sessions are live virtual meetings.

Instructor: Varies Cost: $74

 

Course Schedule and Costs
Course Code Section Days Date Time Loc
LEX-3874-06 64294 FS 01/30/2026 – 01/31/2026 9:00am-4:30pm Virtual Synchronous
LEX-3874-07 64296 FS 03/13/2026 – 03/14/2026 9:00am-4:30pm Virtual Synchronous
LEX-3874-08 64299 FS 04/17/2026 – 04/18/2026 9:00am-4:30pm Virtual Synchronous
LEX-3874-03 64302 FS 06/26/2026 – 06/27/2026 9:00am-4:30pm Virtual Synchronous

Nurse Aide I

This program is designed to prepare graduates to provide personal care and perform basic nursing skills for the elderly and other adults. Emphasis on aging process including mental, social and physical needs of the elderly, patients’ rights, nutrition management, elimination procedures, safe environment, restorative services, personal and special care procedures and activities, human body structure and function and related common disease/disorders, communication and documentation, death and dying, and roles of the nursing assistant and health team members. A skill/competency evaluation is required. The course includes class, laboratory and clinical learning experiences. Upon satisfactory completion of the course and skill/competency evaluation, the graduate is eligible to apply for listing as a Certified Nurse Aide l by the N.C. Division of Facility Services.

Old Forgotten Truck and Barn

CSP-7763

This course introduces metal arc welding and flux core arc welding processes.  Topics include equipment setup and fillet and groove welds with emphasis on the application of GMAW and FCAW electrodes on carbon steel plate.  Upon completion, students should be able to perform fillet welds on carbon steel with prescribed electrodes in the flat, horizontal, and overhead positions.

 

Course Schedule and Costs
Course Code Section Days Date Time Loc Cost
CSP-7763-21 64204 W 06/03/26 – 07/22/26 1:00pm-4:00pm HUM  101 $73

Painting a Christmas Scene

CSP-7765

Create a beautiful Christmas scene on a 16×20 canvas. Students will learn color layering, underpainting, composition, and perspective.

 

Course Schedule and Costs
Course Code Section Days Date Time Loc Cost
CSP-7765-41 63330 W 10/22/25 – 12/17/*25 1:00pm-4:00pm HUM  101 $73

Painting Red Bridge Snowscape

CSP-7770

Students will study layering and paint to depict the shadows and highlights in the snow. A red truck driving through the old covered bridge has many effects to study. Materials: Students need basic acrylic colors and brushes, including fan brush and stiff-bristle brush, paper plates, towels, table cover, and water container, 16×20 canvas.

Instructor: Boles Cost: $73
Course Code Section Days Date Time Loc
CSP-7770-01 62209 W 01/08/25 – 02/26/25 1:00pm – 4:00pm HUM  101

Painting: Holiday Christmas Painting

CSP 7140

This course is highly anticipated every year. Each week students will create holiday and decorative small paintings to give away or keep. Special instruction on glass painting and other specialty painting will be taught. Students’ Supply List: Table cover, paper towels, paper plates, water container, basic acrylic colors, basic brushes, at least 8 small canvases (any small size you’d like)

Instructor: Boles Cost: $73
Course Code Section Days Date Time Loc
CSP-7140-01 59905 W 10/16/24 – 12/11/24 1:00-4:00pm HUM 104

Pharmacy Technician

This training program provides instruction in the technical procedures for preparing and dispensing drugs in the hospital and retail settings under supervision of a registered pharmacist. Topics include drug packaging and labeling, out-patient dispensing, hospital dispensing procedures, controlled substance procedures, inventory control, and non-sterile compounding. Students will automatically be enrolled in a required 4-hour Technology Awareness course prior to the start of the course. Upon completion, students should be prepared to perform basic supervised dispensing techniques in a variety of pharmacy settings. The student will be eligible to apply for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE). The PTCE exam must be taken at a Pearson VUE professional testing center, which is available at RCC. The cost for the certification exam is approximately $130. Course prerequisite: Math pretest.

Phlebotomy Experience

The Phlebotomy program is designed to provide the theory and clinical experiences needed for the proper collection of blood and other specimens used for diagnostic testing. Emphasis is places on ethics, legalities, medical terminology, safety and universal precautions, health care delivery systems, patient relations, anatomy and physiology, and specimen collection. Students will be able to safely perform procedures necessary for specimen collections on patients in various health care settings. Students successfully completing the program receive certificates and will be eligible for national certification as phlebotomy technicians.

Pottery: Exploring Ceramics

CSP 7772

Develop the skills needed to work with clay. This 24-hour course provides students with the skills and techniques to make functional and decorative objects out of clay. Using the potter’s wheel and various hand building techniques, students take their designs from clay to glazed and fired ceramic pieces. Beginners in clay will leave with a solid foundation
and understanding of working in a cooperative pottery studio and more advanced makers will be able to focus in and further develop their ideas. Clay, glaze materials and firings are provided.

 

 

Course Schedule and Costs
Course Code Section Days Date Time Loc Cost
CSP-7772-41 63318 M 10/20/25 – 12/08/25 5:00pm-8:00pm CCA $150
CSP-7772-42 63321 W 10/22/25 – 12/17/25 1:00pm-4:00pm CCA $150
CSP-7772-43 63323W W 10/22/25 – 12/17/25 5:00pm-8:00pm CCA $150
Address

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

Fall/Spring Hours

Monday to Thursday:
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

Contact

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

Rockingham Community College
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