Career Training Class Schedule
AUTOMOTIVE
Distribution & Logistics Management
Discover how to improve distribution and logistics management activities, reduce costs, save time, increase customer satisfaction, and better meet your company’s objectives. This course will show you how to achieve successes through a combination of distribution and logistics strategies and tactics.
CEU: 2.4
Course Type |
Format |
Course Length |
Start Dates |
Instructor |
Cost |
Instructor-Led Class |
Online |
6 Weeks |
May 17, June 14, July 12 |
Tony Swaim |
$75 |
Self-Paced Tutorial |
Online |
3 Months Access |
Begin Any Time |
__________ |
$87 |
Auto Safety Inspection
Successful completion certifies students to inspect motor vehicles under the NC Motor Vehicles Safety Inspection Law.
The prerequisite for this class is a valid driver’s license.
CEU: 0.8
Code |
Class Days |
Dates |
Time |
Instructor |
Location |
Cost |
1350 |
Monday and Tuesday |
May 8 & 9 |
6-10 pm |
Wes Little |
103 Sirotek Hall Pinehurst Campus |
$75 |
2346 |
Jun. 12 & 13 |
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2347 |
Aug. 7 & 8 |
Commercial Learners Permit Prep
This course provides training in inspecting tractor-trailers and assuming driver responsibilities. Emphasis is placed on defensive driving, federal motor carrier safety regulations, vehicle systems, hours of service, and accident prevention. Upon completion, trainees should be able to demonstrate the knowledge to pass the required tests to obtain a class “A” learner’s permit for the commercial driver’s license.
Code |
Class Days |
Dates |
Time |
Instructors |
Location |
Cost |
2437 |
Monday-Thursday
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May 1-4 |
6-10 pm |
Doug Chase & Brad Zerbel |
Palmer Trades Center Pinehurst Campus |
$75 |
2438 |
June 12-15 |
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2439 |
Aug. 7-10 |
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3436 |
Sept. 4-7 |
CDL Truck Driver Training
Prerequisite: Commercial Learners Permit
Comprehensive training with classroom instruction, range driving and road driving. This 12-week training course will prepare students for the Class A Commercial Driver’s License endorsement. For more information, visit: NCTruckDriving.com or email regant@sandhills.edu.
Code |
Class Days |
Dates |
Time |
Instructor |
Cost |
3435 |
Monday-Friday |
June 19-Sept. 6 |
8 am-5 pm |
Doug Chase & Brad Zerbel |
$1014.60 Scholarships Available |
Escort Vehicle Operator
This course meets the training requirements set by the NC Department of Transportation to certify oversize-overweight load escort vehicle drivers. Students must have a valid driver’s license without restrictions other than use of corrective lens, must not have a DWI or reckless driving within the previous 12 months, and must be 21-years of age (can be 18 with a Class A commercial driver’s license). All initial applicants must complete a 2- or 4-hour defensive driving course that has been approved by the National Safety Council.
Will be offered Spring Semester 2024.
OBD Emissions Control Inspection
This class certifies students to inspect motor vehicles under the NC Motor Vehicles
OBD Emissions Control Inspection Law.
The prerequisite for this class is “Certified Auto Safety Inspection.” This is also
a Recertification Class.
CEU: 0.8
Code |
Class Days |
Dates |
Time |
Instructor |
Location |
Cost |
2351 |
Monday and Tuesday |
June 26 & 27 |
6-10 pm |
Wes Little |
103 Sirotek Hall, Pinehurst Campus |
$75 |
3352 |
Monday and Tuesday |
Aug. 28 & 29 |
102 Sirotek Hall, Pinehurst Campus |
Vehicle Dealers’ Continuing Education
Required of all non-franchise vehicle dealers in NC. Class will include updates of NC general statutes and DMV policies and procedures.
CEU: 0.6
Will be offered Spring Semester 2024.
AVIATION
FAA Remote Drone Pilot
Prepare for the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot certification exam. Topics include flight theory, flight operations, flight training, national air space, and weather. This class uses the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Remote Pilot-Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Study Guide, North Carolina Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operator Permit Knowledge Test Study Guide, and North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) Division of Aviation UAS flight standards best practices. Upon completion, students will be prepared to sit for the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Knowledge Test and NCDOT UAS Operator Permit. Text: ASA 2022 Remote Pilot Test Prep by Aviation Supplies & Academics (ISBN: 978-1-61954-975-3).
CEU: 2.9
Will be offered Fall Semester 2023.
BUSINESS
E Notary
This course is designed for instructional areas related to individuals who want to become commissioned as an electronic notary. Topics include legal, ethical, and procedural requirements of the Notary Act set forth in the General Statute 10B Article 2. Upon completion of this course with a passing exam grade of 80%, a person is eligible to make application with the NC Secretary of State office. Individuals must have current notary commission to participate in E-notary training. For more information, go to www.secretary.state.nc.us/notary/. Text: (Electronic Notarization Manual, Book Publisher: NC Dept of the Secretary of State ISBN: 978-0-9798170-0-7)
CEU: 0.4
Code |
Class Day |
Dates |
Time |
Instructor |
Location |
Cost |
1498 |
Monday |
May 8 |
8 am - Noon |
Bret Kane |
103 Van Dusen Hall, Pinehurst Campus |
$75 + text |
Notary Public
This course is required for anyone interested in becoming a Notary Public for the first time. It is recommended for all notaries as a refresher course. Note: The current edition of The Notary Public Manual for North Carolina, March 2016, ISBN: 978-1-56011-851-0, is required for admittance to the class and can be purchased at the SCC bookstore or on Amazon. It is strongly recommended that you study the guidebook prior to class attendance to be better prepared for the state examination given at the end of the class. NCGS 10B-5(b) provides the following requirements to be commissioned as a Notary Public in NC: 1) Be at least 18 years of age or legally emancipated as defined in Article 35 of Chapter 7B of the General Statutes; 2) Reside or have a regular place of work or business in this State; 3) Reside legally in the UnitedStates; 4) Speak, read, and write the English language; 5) Possess a high school diploma or equivalent; 6) Pass the course of instruction described in this Article, unless the person is a licensed member of the North Carolina State Bar; 7) Purchase and keep as a reference the most recent manual approved by the Secretary that describes the duties and authority of notaries public; 8) Submit an application containing no significant misstatement or omission of fact.
Students must provide current state or federal picture identification for admission to class. An active duty military and civilian ID cards DO NOT meet identification requirement.
CEU: 0.9
Pinehurst Campus • 8 am-6 pm • $75 + text |
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Course Code: 2496 |
Tuesday, Jun. 20 |
103 Van Dusen Hall |
Mike Brown |
Course Code: 3489 |
Tuesday, Aug. 15 |
102 Van Dusen Hall |
Mike Brown |
Course Code: 3490 |
Tuesday, Sept. 19 |
103 Van Dusen Hall |
Bret Kane |
Hoke Center • 8 am-6 pm • 122 Upchurch Hall • Instructor: Bret Kane and Mike Brown • $75 + text |
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Code: 2495 |
Tuesday, May 16 |
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Code: 2488 |
Tuesday, July 18 |
Real Estate Law
Learn the basics of real estate law, including investing, title searching, and mortgages. For information or to register, go to http://bit.ly/3nQn7Sj
CEU: 2.4.
For additional information, contact Jenny Troyer at 910.695.3926 or troyerj@sandhills.edu.
Course Type |
Format |
Course Length |
Start Dates |
Instructor |
Cost |
Instructor-Led Class |
Online |
6 Weeks |
May 17, June 14, July 12 |
Neal Bevans |
$75 |
Self-Paced Tutorial |
Online |
3 Months Access |
Begin Any Time |
__________ |
$87 |
Real Estate Investing
Discover how to make money in real estate, even if you have little to start with. This course includes specially designed worksheets and hands-on activities to take the guesswork out of your investing in the real estate market.
CEU: 2.4
For information or to register, go to http://bit.ly/3Mh9Lsv
For additional information, contact Jenny Troyer at 910.695.3926 or troyerj@sandhills.edu.
Course Type |
Format |
Course Length |
Start Dates |
Instructor |
Cost |
Instructor-Led Class |
Online |
6 Weeks |
May 17, June 14, July 12 |
Josh Fuhrer |
$75 |
Self-Paced Tutorial |
Online |
3 Months Access |
Begin Any Time |
__________ |
$87 |
Real Estate Pre-Licensing
This class provides an intensive review of topics and prepares the student for the NC Broker licensing examination. Topics covered include real estate terms, contracts, leases, ownership, licensing law, finance, listing and closing of property, property valuation and building construction. 80% of classes must be attended in order to take the end of class exam. Once you pass the end of class exam with a 75% or higher you can then apply to take the state exam. Text (Principles of Real Estate Practice in NC, ISBN: 978-0915777488) can be ordered through Amazon. Prerequisite: Work Keys Reading and Math, Level 5 or higher or verification of a post-secondary degree.
CEU: 8.1
Code |
Class Days |
Dates |
Time |
Instructor |
Location |
Cost |
3482 |
Mondays and Wednesdays |
Sept. 6-Dec.11 Make-up test on Dec 18.. No class on Nov. 22 |
6-9 pm |
Allan Nanney, CDPE, GRI, SCP, SFR |
191 Little Hall Pinehurst Campus |
$185 + text |
Real Estate Mandatory Update #9923
All licensed real estate brokers must complete a four-hour mandatory NC Real Estate Commission-approved update course.
CEU: 0.4
Code |
Class Days |
Dates |
Time |
Instructor |
Location |
Cost |
2483 |
Thursday |
May 18 |
8:30 am-12:30 pm |
Allan Nanney, CDPE, GRI, SCP, SFR |
102 Van Dusen Hall Pinehurst Campus |
$55 |
Real Estate Elective
This course will meet the four-hour continuing education elective set forth by the NC Real Estate Commission.
CEU: 0.4
Code |
Class Days |
Dates |
Time |
Instructor |
Location |
Cost |
2484 |
Thursday |
May 18 |
1:30-5:30pm |
Allan Nanney, CDPE, GRI, SCP, SFR |
102 Van Dusen Hall Pinehurst Campus |
$55 |
Real Estate Post-Licensing 301 Broker Relationships and Responsibilities
This class provides a review of agency relationships, sales and commercial property management transactions, a real estate broker’s legal duties to clients and customers, a step-by-step review and discussion of the functions and responsibilities of a real estate broker when working with sellers and buyers, a review of issues associated with transactions in progress when a broker leaves a firm, and a review of license status and education issues. Text: NC Real Estate Manual (can get E-book subscription).
CEU: 3.0
Code |
Class Days |
Dates |
Time |
Instructor |
Location |
Cost |
3485 |
Tuesday & Thursday |
TBD Fall Semester |
8:30-5 pm |
Julia Lattarulo |
Online class with testing in person |
$130 + text |
Real Estate Post-Licensing 302 Contracts and Closings
Topics in this course include selected basic contract law concepts, real estate sales contract preparation, sales contract procedures, buyer’s due diligence, closing procedures, Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act, closing disclosure preparation, contracts for deed, options, and selected real estate license status and education issues.
Text: NC Real Estate Manual (can get E-book subscription).
CEU: 3.0
Code |
Class Days |
Dates |
Time |
Instructor |
Location |
Cost |
3486 |
Tuesday & Thursday |
TBD Fall Semester |
8:30-5 pm |
Julia Lattarulo |
Online class with testing in person |
$130 + text |
Real Estate Post-Licensing 303 NC Law, Rules and Legal Concepts
Topics in this course include general North Carolina licensing requirements, brokerage compensation issues, the disciplinary process, specialized types of real estate, property management in NC, and miscellaneous NC laws and legal concepts. Text: NC Real Estate Manual (can get E-book subscription).
CEU: 3.0
Code |
Class Days |
Dates |
Time |
Instructor |
Location |
Cost |
3487 |
Tuesday & Thursday |
TBD Fall Semester |
8:30-5 pm |
Julia Lattarulo |
Online class with testing in person |
$130 + text |
LANDSCAPE GARDENING
Growing Plants for Fun and Profit
Turn your love of plants into an enjoyable and profitable home business. This course
provides information on licensing, site preparation, equipment, how and where to find
supplies, how to select and produce plants, how to produce quality material, and how
to market your product.
CEU: 2.4
For complete information or to register, go to http://bit.ly/3zYLKze.
For additional information, contact Jenny Troyer at 910.695.3926 or troyerj@sandhills.edu.
Course Type |
Format |
Course Length |
Start Dates |
Instructor |
Cost |
Instructor-Led Class |
Online |
6 Weeks |
May 17, June 14, July 12 |
Michael & Linda Harlan |
$75 |
Self-Paced Tutorial |
Online |
3 Months Access |
Begin Any Time |
__________ |
$87 |
Start Your Own Edible Garden
Grow delicious, nutritious fruit and vegetables in your own backyard. Whether you want to provide food for your family, save money, get exercise, or just be more self-sufficient, this course will give you the skills and knowledge you need to have a successful harvest.
CEU: 2.4
For information or to register, go to http://bit.ly/3MiT2Vx.
For additional information, contact Jenny Troyer at 910.695.3926 or troyerj@sandhills.edu.
Course Type |
Format |
Course Length |
Start Dates |
Instructor |
Cost |
Instructor-Led Class |
Online |
6 Weeks |
May 17, June 14, July 12 |
Katie Powell-Lee |
$75 |
Self-Paced Tutorial |
Online |
3 Months Access |
Begin Any Time |
__________ |
$87 |
USGA Greenkeeper Apprenticeship Program – Golf Course
Technician Level 2
This brand-new one-year program will combine classroom instruction with on-the-job training. Students will earn while they learn the skills to be a greenkeeper, each apprentice will be a full-time employee of a local golf course, or you can just take the classroom portion to see if this is a career you want to pursue. You will need to complete both levels 1 & 2 to complete the program. Topics will include Turfgrass, Soils & Fertility, Pest & Water Management, Rules of Golf, Leadership skills and more. For complete information, contact Lori Degre at degrel@sandhills.edu or 910.695.3939.
Code |
Class Days |
Dates |
Time |
Instructors |
Location |
Cost |
3475 |
Wednesdays and Thursdays |
Aug. 9 – Oct. 26 |
2:30-4 pm |
Jordan Booth, Chris Hartwiger, and Cole Thompson |
113 Meyer Hall, Pinehurst Campus |
$187.50 |
Mondays-Thursdays |
Oct. 30-Dec. 20 No class week of Nov. 20-24 |
2-4 pm |
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Fridays: three 2-hour labs |
TBD |
TBD |
TBD |