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WCC offers a broad range of degree, diploma, and certificate programs to help you meet your goals.

Interested in taking a continuing education course or earning a short-term credential? WCC offers non-degree courses ranging from basic skills to advanced courses in various technical fields.

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Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates

WCC offers a broad range of degree, diploma, and certificate programs to help you meet your goals.

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Interested in taking a continuing education course or earning a short-term credential? WCC offers non-degree courses ranging from basic skills to advanced courses in various technical fields.

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Agriculture and Natural Resources

Do you enjoy working with plants and animals? WCC prepares students for careers in producing, processing, distributing, financing, and marketing agricultural products.

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Architecture and Construction

Interested in designing, planning, managing, building, and maintaining structures? WCC offers students the knowledge and skills they need for careers in architecture, construction, and related fields.

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Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications

Do you love to use artistic creativity on the job? Do you want to learn a new creative hobby or skill? WCC offers a variety of programs for you.

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Business, Management, and Administration

Are you entrepreneurial? Do you like to plan and organize activities? WCC prepares students for careers in planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating essential business functions.

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Education and Training

Do you enjoy teaching others? WCC can prepare you for a career in the education sector.

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Finance

Do you like working with numbers? Do you want to help people plan for their financial futures? WCC prepares students with the knowledge and skills they need to work in the finance industry.

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Government and Public Administration

Does the idea of protecting our country appeal to you? Are you interested in government and politics? WCC offers a range of programs leading to careers in planning and/or providing governmental services.

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Health Science

Do you enjoy helping other people feel better? Would you like to work in a hospital or other medical facility? WCC’s health science programs prepare students for careers in health care.

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Hospitality, Food Preparation, and Tourism

Do you like to cook or bake? Would you like to work in a hotel or in a restaurant? WCC can prepare you for a career in the hospitality and tourism sector.

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Human Services

Do you like to help people solve problems? Would you like to connect people with the assistance they need? WCC offers a variety of programs for students who want to enrich and make life easier for others.

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Information Technology

Do you like technology? Do you enjoy working with computer hardware, software, multimedia, or network systems? WCC can help you begin or further your career in the information technology industry.

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Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security

Do you like to help protect other people's safety? Do you want to help enforce the law? WCC prepares students for careers in law enforcement, corrections, security, and related fields.

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Manufacturing

Do you like to design and make things? Are you comfortable working with machines? WCC offers instruction in the automation, computer, electrical, industrial, and mechanical engineering fields.

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Marketing

Do you like to sell products or services? Are you friendly and outgoing? WCC can help you exercise your creativity, learn the marketing process, and enhance your public speaking skills.

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Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

Do you like science or math? Do you enjoy solving problems? WCC has programs for you.

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Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics

Does the idea of fixing vehicles appeal to you? WCC offers instruction in repairing, servicing, and maintaining all types of automobiles, diesel engines, and heavy-duty equipment.

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Transfer Programs

Interested in transferring to a 4-year college or university? Explore WCC's transfer programs and opportunities.

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Continuing Education Courses

WCC’s continuing education programs range from courses in basic skills to specialized vocational and technical training.

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Finish High School

WCC’s College & Career Readiness Division can help you earn your Adult High School Diploma or High School Equivalency.

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High School Students

Jump-start your workplace and college preparation by taking college courses, tuition-free, while still in high school!

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We offer a range of continuing education courses tailored to meet your needs and interests.

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WCC News

WCC holds 37th Annual Dental Assisting Pinning Ceremony

Wilkesboro, N.C. – The Wilkes Community College Dental Assisting Program held the 37th annual pinning ceremony on August 1st, 2025. Eighteen dental assisting students were presented with pins to signify their successful completion of the one-year diploma-level program. The graduates are: Natalie Elizabeth Adam, Galax; Isabell Yeniseher Bonilla, Sparta; Lyndsay ...

WCC congratulates Nurse Aide I program graduates

Wilkesboro, N.C. – We would like to extend our warmest congratulations to the most recent graduates of the Nurse Aide program. They were taught by instructor Kimberly Sluder and Clinical Instructor Megan Pinkston. The names of the graduates are as follows: Jose Lugo Cancel (Wilkes), Raiana Widener (Wilkes), Lauren Mitchell ...

Wilkes Community College Celebrates Phlebotomy Class Graduates

Wilkesboro, N.C. – Wilkes Community College proudly recognizes the recent graduates of its day Phlebotomy program, a key offering that equips students with the skills and hands-on training needed to launch careers in the growing healthcare field. Led by Cynthia Wagoner, CCEMT-P, CET, CPT, C-MDI, class and clinical instructor, the ...

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WCC Calendar

August 15First Day of Classes (16-week)
August 15 – 18Drop/Add Period (16-week and 1st 8-week block)
August 18First Day of Classes (1st 8-week block)
August 20Last Day to Drop a Course to Receive a 75% Refund (1st 8-week block)
August 21Board of Trustees Meeting Alleghany Center
August 26Last Day to Drop a Course to Receive a 75% Refund (16-week)
August 26Last Day to Use Financial Aid in Bookstore 2025 Fall
August 26Pell Recalculation Date (PRD) for 2025 Fall
August 29Last day to Submit Direct Deposit Form for Financial Aid
August 29Final 2025 Fall SAP Appeal Deadline @ 3PM

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