clevelandcc.mycareerfocus.orgSummer 2019, Volume 15 – Issue 1

Skip to content TOP Cleveland Community College Certificate and Degree College News Continuing Education Emergency Services Financial Aid Student Services Student Success Story About Contact Undecided on Your Future After High School? Don’t wait, contact your Career Coach today! Cleveland Community College Taking the Reins A President's First Year Cleveland Community College Gain Skills, Expand Skills, Have Fun Cleveland Community College Featured Articles Browse All Articles Read Applying for Financial Aid is Easier Than You Think Read Brown Emergency Training Center Read You Deserve Success, Start Today About Cleveland Community College Cleveland Community College is a community college located in Cleveland County, North Carolina. It was established in 1965 as the Cleveland County Industrial and Adult Education Center with its first classes consisting of a Licensed Practical Nursing program, two extension classes, and adult basic education classes for adults who had not completed high school. Mission Statement: Driving student success and economic impact for individuals and businesses in our community through diverse... Learn More Categories Certificate and Degree College News Continuing Education Emergency Services Financial Aid Student Services Student Success Story 3 MORE Why Choose CCC? ... Read More Taking the Reins: A President’s First Year “I have worked in several different cities, in several states, and I can tell you that doesn’t happen everywhere. This community is blessed; when something needs to get done, people come together and find ways to make citizens’ lives better.” CCC President Jason Hurst, Ph.D. The past year has been a whirlwind of activity for Cleveland Community College’s new president, Jason Hurst.... Find More in: College News Read More A New Chapter for the CCC Foundation By Mary Carlson This past spring marked the beginning of a new era in the history of the Cleveland Community College Foundation. We have a brand-new staff who are excited to partner with CCC to ensure high-quality education and financial stability for our students, staff and community. With the College’s new campus needs and program opportunities coming to the fore, the Foundation is squarely... Find More in: Student Services Read More Applying for Financial Aid is Easier Than You Think Why is filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) important? Filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the first step in getting federal money, including Pell Grants and work-study jobs at your college. Nearly 20 million FAFSA filers get access to federal grants each year – the vast majority of American college students. Yeah, it’s kind of a... Find More in: Financial Aid Read More Serving Those Who Serve Us The veteran population is growing at Cleveland Community College. About 75 students used Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits during the 2018-2019 school year. In addition to veterans and active military members, family members such as dependents and spouses, may take advantage of this opportunity if a parent/spouse is totally disabled or deceased due to a service-connected disability.“ There... Find More in: Student Success Story Read More Undecided on your future after high school? Don’t wait, contact your Career Coach today! By Emily Arey Cleveland Community College works hand in hand with local high schools to support and assist students in identifying career and educational goals. While deciding on a career choice is important, making connections to gainful employment is of utmost importance. By employing Career Coaches stationed on site at each area public high school, CCC is able to better connect students to... Read More Career and College Promise Profiles Alleenih Carter-Kee KMHS senior “CCP classes have allowed me to get college credit for free and I won’t be going the full four years like others will be. It has also prepared me for the rigors of actual college while still being in a high school setting.” Aleenih plans to pursue pre-Med studies and has been accepted to UNC and NC State. Alyssa Mackaman “My name is... Read More Gain Skills, Expand Skills, Have Fun The Continuing Education Department at CCC offers classes that can help you expand your skill set to get a promotion, change careers, or just find a fun new hobby! We offer career skills, licensing and certification classes in the following areas: Auto Safety Inspection Basic Automotive Maintenance (Brake Performance) Basic Residential Plumbing Basic Residential Wiring ... Find More in: Continuing Education Read More Brown Emergency Training Center Where Fire and Rescue Rule If you are interested in a career in fire and rescue or looking to improve some of your skills, then you should check out the training opportunities at the Brown Emergency Training Center (BETC) at Cleveland Community College. There are lots of reasons why BETC continues to have record-breaking enrollments in the majority of the programs it offers and is known as one of... Find More in: Emergency Services Read More You Deserve Success, Start Today You want a better job, but don't have a high school diploma? We can help. No one really intends to drop out of high school, but stuff happens. Sometimes it’s as simple as putting the wrong things first. Other things seem more important - or more fun - and attendance and grades slip. Other times, circumstances get in the way. The reasons for dropping out are numerous, but the reasons for going... Find More in: Continuing Education Read More Get started today! It’s easier than you think to enroll. Learn More Certificate and Degree College News Continuing Education Emergency Services Financial Aid Student Services Student Success Story About Contact Copyright 2020 Cleveland Community College...