Training and Credentials
NC Community Colleges offer a host of industry-aligned short-term workforce development training options. Many of these offerings lead to state-regulated and industry-regulated credentials. Offerings include continuing professional education, corporate training, human resources development, and lifelong learning, personal enrichment courses.
- Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources
- Arts, A/V Technology, & Communications
- Architecture & Construction Trades
- Business, Finance, & Marketing
- Education & Language
- Government & Public Administration
- Health Sciences
- Hospitality & Tourism
- Human Services
- Manufacturing
- Information Technology
- Law, Public Safety, Corrections, & Security
- Transportation, Distribution, & Logistics
Career & College Promise (CCP) - Workforce Continuing Education Pathways
- New WCE CCP Electronic Application Link: State Electronic CCP WCE Form
- New WCE CCP Electronic Application Link: Local Electronic CCP WCE Form
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Sample (watermarked) applications and a quick reference guide are available below. |
 CCP-WCEP Electronic Application Quick Reference Guide |
| CCP-WCEP Application Example (State Pathways) |
| CCP-WCEP Application Example (Local Pathways) |
| Program Areas and Occupational Pathways |
 Working Smart Presentation (June 2016) |
| WCE Credentials List - July 2025 |
 WCE Colleague Credential Request Form |
Instructor Resources
Resources and guidance on selected content areas, and instructional strategies for faculty and other instructional professionals in Workforce and Continuing Education Programs.
Student Resources
Find information on Workforce & Continuing Education programs and how to enroll at your local community college.
Licensure and Certification Requirements
A significant number of occupations in North Carolina require licensure and/or certification as a prerequisite to employment. Licensure and certifications are granted by an independent agency or board, not the Community College System. For many of these occupations, the educational requirement consists of short-term courses.