In one year or less, train for a career in Baking and Pastry Arts, Residential HVAC Service and Repair, Construction, or Manufacturing.
In one year or less, train for a career in Baking and Pastry Arts, Residential HVAC Service and Repair, Construction, or Manufacturing.
Participants successfully completing this course will be eligible to work as an Activity Director for Adult Care Home and/or nursing facility. This course is designed to provide basic training to individuals desiring to become an Activity Director in a healthcare-related setting. Students are required to complete a supervised practicum. Students will receive CPR certification.
$185
Scholarships are available.
| Dates | Day/Time | Location |
| January 2023 | Tuesdays, 5:30 – 9:30 p.m. | Fleming Building, Tarboro campus |
Kathy Webb
(252) 618-6614
webbk@edgecombe.edu
Office 155, Fleming Building, Tarboro campus
This course provides a study in the elements and principles of design as they relate to plated desserts. Topics that will be covered are portioning, flavor pairings, textures, eye appeal, balance, color harmony and plate decorating such as chocolate striping. This course will also include some basic cake decorating.
$75
| Dates | Day/Time | Location |
| October 3-25 | Mondays & Tuesdays, 4-7pm | Center for Innovation, Tarboro campus |
This course covers basic ingredients, techniques, weights, and measurements, baking terminology and formula calculations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proper scaling and measurement techniques, and prepare and evaluate a variety of bakery products.
$75
| Dates | Day/Time | Location |
| October 3-25 | Mondays & Tuesdays, 1-3pm | Room 167, Fleming Building, Tarboro campus |
Kathy Webb
(252) 618-6614
webbk@edgecombe.edu
Office 155, Fleming Building, Tarboro campus
Some programs at Edgecombe Community College lead to a license and/or certification in North Carolina. Beginning July 1, 2020, the U.S. Department of Education regulations require disclosures for all programs leading to a license or certification. Disclosures will be provided for all states and will indicate whether the program meets licensure requirements, does not meet licensure requirements or has not yet been determined for each state.
This course is designed to prepare the student for entry-level positions in the Autobody Repair field. Students will learn how to identify and describe the current types of body/frame construction, identify and describe the individual components of both conventional and unitized construction, evaluate vehicle damage through proper application of measuring and gauging equipment and sequencing techniques, identify and differentiate between the types of equipment available for making effective frame and underbody repairs, and return vehicle to pre-accident condition. Upon completion, students will have the knowledge base to perform hands-on repairs in the areas of non-structural and structural repairs, MIG welding, plastics and adhesives, refinishing, and other related areas.
$185
| Dates | Day/Time | Location |
| August 30 – December 1 | Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6-9pm | Collision Repair Building, Tarboro campus |
Kathy Webb
(252) 618-6614
webbk@edgecombe.edu
Office 155, Fleming Building, Tarboro campus
Interested in learning a trade in the construction area? This academy will instruct students in the construction area essential to employment. Enroll in the academy today to sharpen your skills to learn the basics of construction safety, measurement and layout, and hand/power tool use and demonstration. Improve your knowledge with hands on experience. Students can also earn OSHA 10 certification.
$185 (Scholarships available for qualifying students)
| Dates | Day/Time | Location |
| September 27 – March 28 | Tuesdays, 6-10pm | Facility Maintenance Building, Tarboro campus |
Kathy Webb
(252) 618-6614
webbk@edgecombe.edu
Office 155, Fleming Building, Tarboro campus
Students will earn a general certificate in Facility Maintenance Technician and a certification in OSHA 10 Training.
$185 (plus additional costs for textbooks and certification exams).
Scholarships are available.
TBA
Kathy Webb
(252) 618-6614
webbk@edgecombe.edu
Office 155, Fleming Building, Tarboro campus
Participants who successfully complete this course will be eligible for the forklift operator’s license.
Topics to be presented include basic design of lift trucks, stabilization of trucks, maintenance, repair costs and safety aspects in operation.
Students are required to pass a written test and a driving test. Students that pass both parts will receive certification the day of the class.
Classes are scheduled monthly, and meet from 8 AM to 2 PM, in the Fleming Building, on the Tarboro campus. Boots are required. Shorts not permitted.
Cost: $75
Tuesdays, 8am-2pm
Kathy Webb
(252) 618-6614
webbk@edgecombe.edu
Office 155, Fleming Building, Tarboro campus
Some programs at Edgecombe Community College lead to a license and/or certification in North Carolina. Beginning July 1, 2020, the U.S. Department of Education regulations require disclosures for all programs leading to a license or certification. Disclosures will be provided for all states and will indicate whether the program meets licensure requirements, does not meet licensure requirements or has not yet been determined for each state.
This course is designed to provide students with the skills necessary to become employed as a heating and air conditioning technician. Course topics include operating principles of heating and cooling systems with emphasis on safety, components of AC systems, heat pumps, electrical systems, troubleshooting and repair, as well as refrigerant certification.
$185 (plus additional costs for textbooks and certification exams). Scholarships available.
| Dates | Day/Time | Location |
| September 12 – March 20 | Mondays, 6-10pm | Facility Maintenance Building, Tarboro campus |
Kathy Webb
(252) 618-6614
webbk@edgecombe.edu
Office 155, Fleming Building, Tarboro campus
Some programs at Edgecombe Community College lead to a license and/or certification in North Carolina. Beginning July 1, 2020, the U.S. Department of Education regulations require disclosures for all programs leading to a license or certification. Disclosures will be provided for all states and will indicate whether the program meets licensure requirements, does not meet licensure requirements or has not yet been determined for each state.
Become familiar with the components and operating principles of the small engine. Topics covered include the similarities and differences in 2-stroke and 4-stroke engines, engine part identification, and definitions of terms, such as torque and horsepower. This is a hands-on class. You will be working on small engines. (Will not meet on 11/23)
$75
| Dates | Day/Time | Location |
| October 12 – November 30 (Class will not meet Nov. 23) |
Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30pm | Havens Building, Tarboro campus |
Kathy Webb
(252) 618-6614
webbk@edgecombe.edu
Office 155, Fleming Building, Tarboro campus