Accounting Basics
ACC 7108
This online course focuses on the fundamentals of financial accounting concepts for students seeking a basic understanding of terminology and principles. Topics include the accounting cycle, journal entries, T-accounts, adjusting entries, and financial accounting statements. Upon completion, students should have a practical understanding of basic accounting principles, transactions, and operations. Prepayment of tuition is required.
- Prepayment of tuition and purchase of course materials are required.
- Upcoming class dates TBA
- Submit the Interest Form to be notified once upcoming course dates are announced.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Fundamentals
This course introduces students to ChatGPT and other generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools. Students will learn topics such as what generative AI is and how to use it, the differences between different AI programs such as OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google’s Bard, how to use different AI tools, security and regulatory concerns, practical uses for AI, and the future of AI. In addition, students will learn how to incorporate and use AI tools in the workplace. This course is instructor-led and delivered on campus. Prepayment of tuition is required.
| Instructor: Knight | Cost: $74 | ||||
| Course Code | Section | Days | Date | Time | Loc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OST-7147-01 | 59065 | T | 09/05/23 – 09/26/23 | 5:30pm-7:30pm | ADT 116 |
Certified Medical Reimbursement Specialist
MED 7104
This course is intended to provide the foundation of knowledge necessary for medical billing professionals. In addition, students will prepare for the industry-recognized Certified Medical Reimbursement Specialist (CMRS) certification offered through the American Medical Billing Association (AMBA). This is a hybrid course. Class will meet face-to-face one night a week and a portion of the coursework will be delivered online. Prepayment of tuition and purchase of course materials are required. Registration fees do not include certification exam fees.
- Eagle Train & Gain
- Upcoming class dates TBA
- Submit the Interest Form to be notified once upcoming course dates are announced.
Certified Professional Coder (CPC) Bootcamp
MED 7108
This course teaches the medical coding skills necessary for healthcare professionals and covers the application of CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10-CM codes. Students will practice reviewing and assigning the proper procedure and diagnostic codes. In addition, this course is designed to prepare students for the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) Certified Professional Coders (CPC) industry-recognized credential. Basic coding knowledge is recommended. Class will meet face-to-face one night a week and a portion of the coursework will be delivered online. Prepayment of tuition and purchase of course materials is required. Registration fees do not include certification exam fees.
- Eagle Train & Gain Scholarship
- Upcoming class dates TBA
- Submit the Interest Form to be notified once upcoming course dates are announced.
Digital Marketing Bootcamp
MKT 7215
This course prepares students to boost digital and social media marketing skills. Students will learn topics such how to deploy a variety of digital and social media tools to aid in marketing a business, knowledge of all social media platforms and the purpose and best audience for each, advertising and paid campaigns, website tools, techniques for pushing content out with the highest success rates, search engine optimization, data analytics and reporting, and how to develop content for the various platforms. Upon completion, students will be able to take the knowledge gained and put to use in their own business or organization to drive growth across digital platforms. This class is a must for small businesses and marketing professionals. This course is instructor-led and delivered in a hybrid format on campus and online. Prepayment of tuition is required.
- Eagle Train & Gain Scholarship
- Upcoming class dates TBA
- Submit the Interest Form to be notified once upcoming course dates are announced.
eNotary
LEX 3875
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 an application with the NC Secretary of State office. Individuals must have current notary commission to participate in E-notary training. Notary Manual will be purchased from instructor in class. For more information, go to https://sosnc.gov/divisions/notary/e_notary_solution_providers.
Additional costs include: commission fee to Secretary of State, $50; swearing in at the courthouse, $10; required textbook, $7.25; notary seal (costs vary). Prepayment of tuition prior to class is required.
| Instructor: Tucker | Cost: $74 | ||||
| Course Code | Section | Days | Date | Time | Loc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEX-3875-01 | 59096 | S | 09/30/23 | 9:00am-1:00pm | ADT 104 |
Please Note:
- Notary Manual must be purchased in class
- Due to state mandated course code changes which included Notary courses, LEX is the same as the previous course code MLS.
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Family Tree Maker Advanced
This course is for students who have successfully completed Introduction to Family Tree Maker and Family Tree Maker Intermediate, or for those who have an advanced level of experience with the Family Tree Maker software. Students will learn to do more in-depth research to find and record additional ancestors and descendants in Family Tree Maker 2019, scan and edit photos using Family Tree Maker’s Photo Darkroom, and design more customized genealogy charts and reports. Participants will learn to document their research properly by using source templates. Students will also learn to extract branches of their families to work with or share. Other topics to be covered will be finding data and relationship errors and fixing them and using Soundex (a phonetic coding system) to locate people in US Censuses and other large databases. Upon completion, students will be able to take the knowledge gained and continue to expand their family trees within Family Tree Maker. They will also be able to use the skills gained to produce a quality family history book, suitable for publishing. In addition, those employed in or wishing to pursue a career in genealogy services will learn more advanced research, data entry, scanning, organizational, and computer skills. They will be able to offer extensive assistance to clients or patrons who are working on their family histories or other research projects. This course is instructor-led and delivered on campus. Prepayment of tuition is required. Students should bring a thumb drive with their Family Tree Maker backup file (including media) on it to the first class.
| Instructor: Kinyon | Cost: $74 | ||||
| Course Code | Section | Days | Date | Time | Loc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OST-7146-01 | 59053 | MW | 08/17/23 – 10/05/23 | 3:00pm-5:00pm | ADT 116 |
Family Tree Maker Intermediate
OST 7145
This course is for students who have successfully completed Introduction to Family Tree Maker or for those who have an intermediate level of experience with the Family Tree Maker software. Students will learn to do in-depth research and record additional ancestors and descendants in Family Tree Maker 2019, scan and improve the appearance of their photos before entering them into Family Tree Maker and produce customized genealogy charts and reports. They will learn to document their research properly by entering repositories, sources, and citations. Upon completion, students will be able to expand their family trees within Family Tree Maker and use the skills gained to produce a mediumly complex family history book. In addition, those employed in or wishing to pursue a career in genealogy services will learn more advanced research, data entry, scanning, organizational, and computer skills. This course is instructor-led and delivered on campus. Prepayment of tuition is required. Students should bring a flash drive (at least 16GB) with their Family Tree Maker backup file on it to the first class.
- Eagle Train & Gain Scholarship
- Upcoming class dates TBA
- Submit the Interest Form to be notified once upcoming course dates are announced.
Google Data Analytics
This course introduces the role of an advanced Google data analyst and how to make data-driven decisions using effective questions, data transformation, analyzation processes, visualization, and programming. Emphasis is placed on setting up data toolbox, spreadsheets, database and query basics, visualization basics, effective communication techniques, and data validation; as well as design thinking, data driven storytelling, dashboards, R programming, job portfolios, and technical expertise. Upon completion, students should be able to review assessments, use formulas and calculations to analyze datasets, create queries, use visualization tools, create a data-driven storyboard, develop dashboards and presentations, create analytical reports using R, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and showcase technical analytical skills. In addition, students will obtain the knowledge necessary to prepare for the Google Data Analytics Certificate. Prepayment of tuition is required. Coursework is delivered online (asynchronous).
| Instructor: Knight | Cost: $185 | ||||
| Course Code | Section | Days | Date | Time | Loc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DBA-3236-01 | 59073 | – | 09/12/23 – 01/30/23 | – | Online |
Google Project Management
CTS 3274
This course introduces students to the advanced concepts, tools, templates, and artifacts used to manage projects from initiation to completion using Google resources. Emphasis is placed on foundational and advanced project management methodology including initiating, planning, and executing projects utilizing quality and risk management techniques, strategic thinking, and project execution procedures as well as the exploration of Agile Project Management and the strategies it uses to drive business value. Upon completion, students should be able to manage and execute traditional and agile projects and programs from initiation to completion using a variety of resources and leadership skills to support organizational goals and business processes. In addition, students will obtain the knowledge necessary to prepare for the Google Project Management Certificate. Prepayment of tuition is required. Coursework is delivered online (asynchronous).
| Instructor: Evans | Cost: $185 | ||||
| Course Code | Section | Days | Date | Time | Loc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTS-3274-01 | 59055 | – | 09/12/23 – 01/16/24 | – | Online |
Intermediate QuickBooks
ACC 7121
- Upcoming class dates TBA
- Submit the Interest Form to be notified once upcoming course dates are announced.
LinkedIn for Employment
HRD 7124
This course is designed to assist unemployed professionals or professionals seeking to improve their employment status with the hottest networking tool available today. Find out what LinkedIn is, how it is used, and how it can assist in employment opportunities.
| Instructor: Carter | Cost: $70 | ||||
| Course Code | Section | Days | Date | Time | Loc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HRD-7124-01 | 56518 | TTH | 09/13/23 – 09/15/23 | 1:00pm-3:00pm | BLC 103 |
Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
OST 7133
This course is intended to equip students with the skills needed to confidently utilize Word, Excel, and PowerPoint on the job or at home. Topics cover basic functions of each software package, mail merge, pivot tables, and other business uses. In addition, students will obtain the knowledge necessary to prepare for the Microsoft Office Specialist Word, Excel, and PowerPoint certification exams. This is a bundled course and is instructor-led and delivered in a hybrid format on campus and online. Prepayment of tuition is required. Registration fees do not include Microsoft certification exam fees.
- Eagle Train & Gain Scholarship
- Upcoming class dates TBA
- Submit the Interest Form to be notified once upcoming course dates are announced.
Notary Public
LEX 3874
Participants learn the requirements and qualifications of the notary public office. Requirements for attestation, fees, general powers and limitations, certifications, oaths, affirmations and affidavits are taught. NC Notaries must have a high school diploma or GED; must be at least 18 years old; read, write, and speak English; have no felony convictions; and successfully complete this approved notary course. Additional costs include: commission fee to Secretary of State, $50; swearing in at the courthouse, $10; required textbook, $28; notary seal (costs vary).
Prepayment of tuition and purchase of the Notary manual prior to class is required.
Due to state mandated course code changes which included Notary courses, LEX is the same as the previous course code MLS.
| Instructor: Tucker | Cost: $74 | ||||
| Course Code | Section | Days | Date | Time | Loc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEX-3874-05 | 59238 | S | 08/19/23 | 9:00am-4:30pm | ADT 104 |
| LEX-3874-01 | 59087 | S | 09/16/23 | 9:00am-4:30pm | ADT 104 |
| LEX-3874-02 | 59088 | S | 10/14/23 | 9:00am-4:30pm | ADT 104 |
| LEX-3874-06 | 59265 | S | 10/28/23 | 9:00am-4:30pm | ADT 104 |
| LEX-3874-03 | 59089 | S | 11/04/23 | 9:00am-4:30pm | ADT 104 |
| LEX-3874-04 | 59097 | S | 12/02/23 | 9:00am-4:30pm | ADT 104 |
Please Note:
- Notary Manual must be purchased prior to class
- Due to state mandated course code changes which included Notary courses, LEX is the same as the previous course code MLS.
QuickBooks for Beginners
ACC 7120
Learn the basic financial principles and procedures needed to manage a small to mid-size business utilizing the accounting software program, QuickBooks. This course is intended for those who are new to QuickBooks as well as those who have utilized earlier versions.
- Class will meet face-to-face one night a week and a portion of the coursework will be delivered online. Prepayment of tuition and purchase of course materials are required.
- Upcoming class dates TBA
- Submit the Interest Form to be notified once upcoming course dates are announced.
