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Earn an associate degree, work toward a four-year degree, or take a direct path to employment. We offer programs in 14 career fields with more than 55 professional pathways to prepare you for your next step.

Information Technology

Get the hands-on training and in-demand skills you need to succeed in an information technology career from Central Piedmont.

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Liberal Arts and Behavioral Social Sciences

Today, it is not enough to possess technical skills. You must also think critically, problem-solve, and understand the world around you.

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Mathematics and Science

Join a community of thinkers, explorers, and problem solvers as you delve into the wonders of math, biology, physical science, and chemistry.

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Public Safety

Public Safety programs give you the foundation to pursue a career that will allow you to make a difference in your community

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Public Services

Public services careers allow you to support your community by offering products that people need, such as cosmetology or horticulture.

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Transportation Systems

Almost everything in the world has to be transported in some way. People, goods, and services all depend on reliable transportation.

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Business and Accounting

In today’s workplace, business, accounting, leadership, management, and digital marketing skills are in high demand in almost every industry.

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Communication, English, Journalism, Visual and Performing Arts

Successful communication—whether through written, spoken, or visual means—is an essential skill and is sought after by employers.

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Construction and Trades

Get hands-on training in HVAC, construction management, electrical systems, non-destructive examination, sustainability technology, and welding.

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Design and Architecture

Gain the skills you need to pursue a career that will allow you to explore ways to make the most of the physical and digital spaces you inhabit.

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Education

Developing younger generations is an important role in society. Training effective teachers is the key to making that happen.

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Engineering

In today’s workplace, engineers are needed to apply critical thinking and to solve complex problems in a variety of industries.

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Healthcare

There is something for everyone interested in pursuing a career in healthcare including nursing, dental hygiene, surgical technology and more.

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Hospitality, Culinary, and Baking

Hospitality, culinary arts, and baking and pastry arts are hands-on programs taught by experienced industry professionals in a real-world setting.

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Save more than $46,000 over two years, compared to many four-year schools.

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Connected

Our classes and programs transfer directly to four-year schools such as Queens University, UNC Charlotte, UNC Chapel Hill, and Appalachian State University.

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