From resume building and interview prep to workplace skills training, career coaching, and job placement support, we are here to help you launch with purpose—and land with impact.


Career Exploration & Goal Setting

Identifying personal interests, skills, and career pathways

Self-Assessments & Personal Growth

SMART goals for employment and education

Labor market awareness (local and national trends)


Resume Writing & Job Application Success

Writing resumes for entry-level and skilled positions

Tailoring cover letters

Filling out paper and online job applications


Interview Skills Lab

Interview formats (in-person, virtual, panel)

Common interview questions and answers

Mock interviews with feedback


Professional Communication Skills

Verbal and non-verbal workplace communication

Writing professional emails and memos

Active listening and following directions

Earn your Critical Career Skills Professional Communication certification


Workplace Etiquette & Professionalism

Attendance, punctuality, and time management

Appearance and behavior expectations

Understanding workplace culture


Conflict Resolution & Teamwork

Managing stress and conflict on the job

Collaboration and team roles

Communication styles and problem-solving


Digital Literacy for the Workplace

Using email, Microsoft Office 365, and Google Workspace

Achieve your certification as a Microsoft Office Specialist in Word, Outlook, and Excel

Introduction to job search platforms (Indeed, NCWorks, LinkedIn)

Online application skills


Financial Literacy & Growing Personal Wealth

Budgeting and Paying Off Debt

Understanding deductions and benefits

Investing 101: How to Invest: For Beginners

Introduction to Basic Accounting


Customer Service Excellence

Foundations of customer interaction

Handling complaints professionally

Creating a service-first mindset


Time & Task Management: Mastering the Clock

Prioritizing tasks

Daily planning tools (digital and paper)

Meeting deadlines effectively


Workplace Safety & Compliance Basics

OSHA 10 general awareness

Safety signage and reporting incidents

Soft introduction to industry-specific protocols


Career Portfolios & Social Media Profiles

Building a career portfolio

Creating or refining a LinkedIn profile

Showcasing digital badges and certificates


ATTAIN YOUR PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION

How to earn and use Career Readiness Certificates

Preparing for NCRC (WorkKeys), OSHA 10, or ServSafe

Exploring apprenticeships and training programs


Program Contacts

Dr. Shawnee Seese
Director, College and Career Readiness and Continuing Education Programs
shawnee.seese@piedmontcc.edu
(336) 322-2186 | Business Development and Entrepreneurship Center
Tammy Morris
Chief Test Administrator and Recruitment Specialist, CCR
tammy.morris@piedmontcc.edu
336-322-2480 | Business Development and Entrepreneurship Center (BDEC)

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