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English as a Second Language (ESL)

Whether you’re learning English for work, college, citizenship or everyday life, Piedmont Community College’s English as a Second Language (ESL) program can help you build the skills and confidence you need to succeed. Our free ESL classes are designed for adults whose first language is not English. Students develop listening, speaking, reading and writing skills  Read More

Fire/Rescue Education

These programs focus on the most recent updates, topics, and equipment and are taught by experienced professionals from the field. Training for certification is offered in: Firefighter Emergency Vehicle Operations Driver Operator Pump Operations Hazardous Material Responder Fire Life Safety Educator I, II, and II Technical Rescuer Classes are taught throughout Person and Caswell counties  Read More

Fundamentals of Taxidermy

Fundamentals of Taxidermy: Basic & Advanced (Tuition Fee: $199.00) Start DateEnd DateDaysTimeLocation10/26/2612/8/26Mondays & Tuesdays5:30pm-9:30pmPerson County Campus; Building I, Room 103 This course is for those students who would like to either begin with the basic course or would like to build upon those skills previously learned. Considerations: Students are encouraged to procure their own specimen(s)  Read More

Handgun Safety/Concealed Carry Training

Ready to get a concealed carry permit? This class is required prior to applying for a concealed carry permit through the local sheriff’s or police department. Class Schedule Course IDClass DateTimeLocationCourse FeesCSP-4000October 24Saturday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.Person County Campus, Building S, Room 130$79.00 Register To obtain your concealed carry permit: 1) Take the Handgun  Read More

High School Equivalency

STEP 1-SUBMIT ONLINE REGISTRATION AND ATTEND ORIENTATION Submit the online registration form and attend an in-person orientation session. Program orientation is mandatory, and participants should plan to stay for the full time. Participants will be introduced to the program, complete required enrollment forms, take an assessment test to determine adult basic skills in reading, and  Read More

HVAC Technician

Short-term Workforce Development Training HVAC-Electrical (Day Class) The HVAC-Electrical program focuses on electrical fundamentals to aid in the troubleshooting electrical systems on HVAC/R equipment. Upon the course’s conclusion, students are prepared to sit for the Employment Ready: HVAC Electrical Certification through ESCO Group. Course IDStart DateEnd DateTimeLocationCourse FeesAHR-3131M September 1stNovember 13thTuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays; 12:30pm to  Read More

Industrial Electrical Systems

Electrical Systems Level I will introduce concepts and computations related to DC/AC electricity with a particular emphasis on DC/AC circuits, components, and the operation of test equipment. Course Schedule/Program Details Industrial Electrical Systems Level I This course provides a systematic introduction to the principles and applications of DC and AC electrical circuits, emphasizing the analysis  Read More

Law Enforcement In-Service Training

Make Piedmont Community College your source for Law Enforcement Training. We offer a variety of training opportunities in the classroom as well as through practical application. Training for law enforcement personnel is provided at the request of law enforcement agencies. Our training programs emphasize legal and technological advancements in law enforcement. Training is offered at  Read More

Medical Administrative Assistant & Medical Assistant Program

Program Overview   Students begin with Medical Administrative Assistant – Part A, focusing on front-office operations and electronic health record (EHR) skills. After completing Part A, students may stop and sit for the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) and/or Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS) certification exams, or continue to Medical Assistant Clinical Procedures – Part  Read More

Medical Billing & Coding – Online

Program Overview The Medical Billing and Coding program prepares students to manage the healthcare revenue cycle, including: Extracting documentation from patient records to support accurate coding Assigning medical codes for diagnoses and procedures Submitting claims to insurance providers Recording insurance and patient payments Handling claim denials, secondary billing, and collections While certification is not mandatory,  Read More