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.
- For more information or to register for this class, visit our Health Science and Admissions page.
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.
Instructor: Clark Cost: $190
| Course Code | Section | Days | Date | Time | Loc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OST-7133-01 | 63293 | M | 08/25/25 – 12/08/25 | 5:30pm-7:30pm | ADT 102 |
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 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, $28 (purchased before class from RCC Bookstore); notary seal (costs vary). 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.
Prepayment of tuition and purchase of the Notary manual prior to class is required.
Instructor: Varies Cost: $73
| Course Code | Section | Days | Date | Time | Loc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEX-3874-04 | 62291 | S | 04/12/25 | 9:00am-4:30pm | ADT 104 |
| LEX-3874-05 | 63274 | S | 05/03/25 | 9:00am-4:30pm | ADT 104 |
| LEX-3874-01 | 63275 | S | 06/14/25 | 9:00am-4:30pm | ADT 104 |
| LEX-3874-02 | 63276 | S | 07/19/25 | 9:00am-4:30pm | ADT 104 |
| LEX-3874-01 | 63277 | S | 08/16/25 | 9:00am-4:30pm | ADT 104 |
| LEX-3874-02 | 63278 | S | 09/13/25 | 9:00am-4:30pm | ADT 104 |
| LEX-3874-03 | 63279 | S | 10/11/25 | 9:00am-4:30pm | ADT 104 |
| LEX-3874-04 | 63280 | S | 11/15/25 | 9:00am-4:30pm | ADT 104 |
| LEX-3874-05 | 63281 | S | 12/06/25 | 9:00am-4:30pm | ADT 104 |
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, $28 (purchased before class from RCC Bookstore); notary seal (costs vary). Prepayment of tuition and purchase of the Notary manual prior to class is required.
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.
Instructor: Varies Cost: $74
| Course Code | Section | Days | Date | Time | Loc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEX-3874-03 | 63307 | FS | 06/20/2025 – 06/21/2025 | 9:00am-4:30pm | Virtual Synchronous |
| LEX-3874-06 | 63308 | FS | 09/26/2025 – 09/27/2025 | 9:00am-4:30pm | Virtual Synchronous |
| LEX-3874-07 | 63309 | FS | 10/31/2025 – 11/01/2025 | 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.
- For more information or to register for this class, visit our Health Science and Admissions page.
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 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.
- For more information or to register for this class, visit our Health Science and Admissions page.
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.
- For more information or to register for this class, visit our Health Science and Admissions page.
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 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 |
Pottery: Exploring Clay
CSP 7766
Learn how to design and make pottery using the potter’s wheel and various hand-building techniques. This 24-hour course is open to all levels and will focus on individual instruction. 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 will be provided.
| Course Code | Section | Days | Date | Time | Loc | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSP-7766-02 | 62226 | M | 05/19/25 – 07/14/25 | 5:00pm-8:00pm | CCA 104 | $150 |
| CSP-7766-01 | 62225 | W | 05/21/25 – 07/09/25 | 1:00pm-4:00pm | CCA 104 | $150 |
| CSP-7766-03 | 62227 | W | 05/21/25 – 07/09/25 | 5:00pm-8:00pm | CCA 104 | $150 |
| CSP-7766-31 | 63310 | M | 08/18/25 – 10/13/25 | 5:00pm-8:00pm | CCA 104 | $150 |
| CSP-7766-32 | 663315 | W | 08/20/25 – 10/08/25 | 1:00pm-4:00pm | CCA 104 | $150 |
| CSP-7766-33 | 63317 | W | 08/20/25 – 10/08/25 | 5:00pm-8:00pm | CCA 104 | $150 |
QuickBooks for Beginners
ACC 7120
Learn the basic financial principles and procedures needed to manage a small to mid-size business utilizing the accounting software program, QuickBooks. This course is intended for those who are new to QuickBooks as well as those who have utilized earlier versions.
- 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 course materials are required.
- Upcoming class dates TBA
- Submit the QuickBooks for Beginners Interest Form to be notified once upcoming course dates are announced.
Resume Writing and Interviews
HRD 3001
Students are led through the process of writing a resume, understanding how to revise resumes and use cover letters, as well as how to organize a job search, use resources to create leads, and interview with confidence. Class fees waived for the unemployed and those who meet economic guidelines.
Submit the Resume Writing and Interviews Interest Form to be notified once upcoming course dates are announced.
Safe Driving
Completion of a 3-hour or 6-hour course could help prevent the assessment of insurance points and driver’s license points. For more information, please call 336-342-4261, ext. 2348
Windows 11 Fundamentals
OST 7143
This course introduces students to the new Windows 11 operating system. Students will learn topics such as how to get started, customize Windows settings, manage files and folders, use and download apps, install devices, complete a system back up, and more. The class will also focus on key differences between Windows 10 and Windows 11. This course is instructor-led and delivered on campus. Prepayment of tuition is required.
Submit the Windows 11 Fundamentals Interest Form to be notified once upcoming course dates are announced.
Woodworking – Advanced: Fine Points of Furniture Construction
PRC 7127
Prerequisite: PRC 7100
Learn the heritage art of woodworking at an advanced level. Coursework includes discussion on the history, trends, and practice of the art and information to build and supply appropriate studios. Upon completion, students will be prepared to either advance to a higher skill level or to fabricate and market their goods. Safety equipment is required (safety glasses, hearing protection, etc.). Students need wood for projects, which they learned about in the pre-requisite Fundamentals of Woodworking course. Wood obtained from anywhere other than the CCWW must be inspected and approved by the instructor. A $20 supply fee is included in the cost of the class to cover wear and tear on machinery, and basic supplies (i.e. glue).
Classes are held at the Center for Construction Trades and Woodworking (CCTW) located at 333 South Scales Street in Reidsville.
Instructor: TBD Cost: $212
| Course Code | Section | Days | Date | Time | Loc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRC-7127-01 | 61658 | TTH | 06/03/2025 – 08/07/2025 | 8:00am-3:30pm | CCTW |
| PRC-7127-01 | 63381 | TTH | 09/02/2025 – 11/20/2025 | 8:00am-3:30pm | CCTW |
Woodworking – Fundamentals
PRC 7100
Learn the heritage art of woodworking at the introductory level. Course work includes discussion on history and trends, practice, and information to build and supply appropriate studios. Upon completion, participants will be prepared to either advance to a higher skill level or to fabricate and market their goods. Discussion is held at the beginning of class about what types of wood will work best for each student’s project and guidance is provided about obtaining wood. The quantity and purchase amount will vary per student and per project. The Center for Creative Woodworking (CCWW) has poplar wood for purchase. If students prefer wood other than poplar, it may be purchased elsewhere. Please call the instructor at 336-394-4718 for recommendations. Some students prefer to bring in wood from other sources. Neither Rockingham Community College staff nor the CCWW staff will cut down trees or retrieve fallen wood from private community members. Wood obtained from anywhere other than the CCWW must be inspected and approved by the instructor. Students must provide safety glasses and hearing protection. A $20 supply fee is included in the cost of this class to cover wear and tear on machinery and basic supplies (i.e. glue).
Classes are held at the Center for Construction Trades and Woodworking (CCTW) located at 333 South Scales Street in Reidsville.
This course is a prerequisite for all other PRC courses.
Instructor: TBD Cost: $157
| Course Code | Section | Days | Date | Time | Loc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRC-7100-01 | 63383 | W | 09/03/2025 – 11/19/2025 | 5:45pm-9:15pm | CCTW |
