Short-term Skilled Trades
Continuing Education
Skilled Trades courses provide hands-on training designed to help individuals gain practical skills for in-demand careers and industry credentials. Training opportunities include Welding, HVAC, Electrical, Apprenctice Line Technician, and other workforce-focused trades. Taught by experienced professionals, these courses focus on real-world applications and workforce readiness. Whether you're starting a new career, upgrading your skills, or maintaining professional licensure, our training can help you meet your goals.
Course Offerings
- Apprentice Line Technician
A 420-hour, 10-week hands-on training program preparing individuals for entry-level positions as electrical line workers for private and public utility companies. Graduates gain both theoretical knowledge and practical…
- Electrical Contractor License Renewal
An 8-hour course providing electrical contractors with updated information on the latest changes in the National Electric Code, NC Electric Code, and local utility company requirements.
- Fire Alarm Install/Technician Certificate
A 96-hour hybrid course covering the proper installation of a fire alarm system and all of its components. Students will learn the proper installation of the different components,…
- Forklift Operator
Participants successfully completing this 6-hour course are eligible for the Forklift Operator’s License. Topics include the basic design of lift trucks, stabilization of trucks, maintenance, operating techniques, and…
- Solar Technician Training Certification
A 101-hour intensive STEPS4GROWTH Clean Energy Program providing foundational training for entry-level solar technicians. Includes hands-on experience in a controlled lab and regional employer engagement, with an online…
- Vehicle Safety Inspection (NCDMV)
An 8-hour course designed to meet the training and licensing requirements (initial and/or renewal) for the Vehicle Safety Inspection Program administered by the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles,…
- Welding
A 128-hour course providing instruction on the principles and practices of welding. Emphasis is on blueprint reading, metallurgy, welding inspection, and destructive and non-destructive testing. Course content covers…