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Workforce Continuing Education is committed to the concept of lifelong learning. It is the purpose of Southwestern Community College to provide an opportunity for citizens to develop their fullest potential in whatever vocational, intellectual or cultural areas they desire. It is also the purpose of Southwestern Community College to offer low-cost educational opportunities to any adult regardless of educational background.
Workforce Continuing Education offers courses at various locations throughout Jackson and Swain counties and the Qualla Boundary. Workforce Continuing Education welcomes requests for courses and suggestions for providing improved services to the three-county area.
Workforce Education courses offered through Workforce Continuing Education are designed to prepare students for entry into an occupation, to upgrade the occupational competency of current employees or to work toward self-improvement.
These courses do not earn academic credits that are recognized in a degree or diploma program; however, a certificate is sometimes awarded upon successful completion of a course or series of courses. For some courses, Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are awarded. One CEU may be given for each ten contact hours of participation in an organized Continuing Education class.
ADMISSION ELIGIBILITY
Admission is open to individuals who are at least 18 years old and who are not enrolled in public school. Sixteen to 18-year-olds may enroll in some courses, when space is available and pending proper permission. Students under 18 years of age may enroll in summer classes designed specifically for the younger student. Only individuals officially enrolled may attend class.
?Preregistration/Enrollment
Preregistration is essential on or before the date designated on course announcements or quarterly schedules. Students may preregister by calling or visiting the closest Continuing Education office.