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                                                                                  Table of Contents
			                                                PHONE                 PAGE                               			                                                                          PHONE                 PAGE
Registration/Class Calendar/College Hours......................................3                                College Transitions/Preparatory Courses..................... 336-506-4131........ 32
How to Register–Admissions Procedures..........336-506-4270.........4                                           Spanish Interpreter Program........................................ 336-506-4230........ 32
     Semester Costs.....................................Business Office 336-506-4141.......... 5                English as a Foreign Language (EFL)........................... 336-506-4230........ 32
     Financial Aid Information..................Financial Aid Office 336-506-4340.......... 5                   Mini-Semester Courses............................................................................... 33
     Residency Policy.........................................Admissions 336-506-4270.......... 5               Career and College Promise......................................... 336-506-4231...34-35
     Audit Classes..............................................Admissions 336-506-4270.......... 5
     Class Cancellations.....................................Admissions 336-506-4270.......... 5
                                                                                                            IMPORTANT CONTACTS                                                                              PHONE
     Refund Policy........................................Business Office 336-506-4141.......... 5          Academic Divisions/Deans
                                                                                                                Business, Arts and Sciences/University Transfer.........................336-506-4278
If You Have Questions.......................................................................5                   Health and Public Services.........................................................336-506-4135
Veterans/Military Benefits.................................336-506-4398.........6                               Applied Engineering, Agriculture, and Skilled Trades....................336-506-4279
Bookstore Information/Hours.............................336-506-4156.........6                              Student Success
Honors Program.................................................336-506-4242.........6                           Admissions................................................................................336-506-4270
                                                                                                                Counseling.................................................................................336-506-4146
Academic Study Programs (for credit).............................................7
                                                                                                                Career Services..........................................................................336-506-4146
  Distance Learning........................................................ 336-290-0555.......... 7
                                                                                                                Disability Services/Special Needs...............................................336-506-4130
  University Transfer....................................................... 336-506-4163.....8-11              Financial Aid...............................................................................336-506-4340
  Accounting and Business Technologies..................................................12-14                   Veterans Benefits........................................................................336-506-4398
		 Business Admin., Marketing, Human Resources.........336-506-4031........ 12
		 Accounting and Finance..............................................336-506-4031........ 13
                                                                                                            Public Safety................................................................ 336-506-4201
		 Office Administration/Legal/
		     Medical Office Administration/Medical Auditor.........336-506-4166........ 14
  Information Technology and Cybersecurity...................336-506-4229...15-16
  Health and Clinical Laboratory Sciences................................................17-20
		 Nursing (Associate Degree)........................................336-506-4180........ 17
		 Nurse Aide/Nurse Aide II.............................................336-506-4253........ 18
		 Medical Assisting.......................................................336-506-4213........ 18
		 Dental Assisting..........................................................336-506-4153........ 19
		Histotechnology.........................................................336-506-4196........ 19
		 Medical Laboratory Technology..................................336-506-4196........ 20
		Biotechnology............................................................336-506-4224........ 20
  Professional Services.............................................................................21-26
		 Cosmetology, Esthetics Technology............................336-506-4393........ 21
		 Criminal Justice Technology........................................336-506-4344........ 22
		 Criminal Justice Technology/Forensic Science Track...336-506-4344........ 22
		 Fire Protection Technology..........................................336-506-4344........ 23
		 Animal Care and Management Technology..................336-506-4385........ 23
		 Early Childhood Associate..........................................336-506-4118........ 24
		 Advertising and Graphic Design..................................336-506-4025........ 25
		 Culinary Arts..............................................................336-506-4274........ 25
  Applied Engineering, Agriculture, and Skilled Trades.............................26-31
		 Agricultural Biotechnology..........................................336-506-4192........ 26
		 Horticulture Technology..............................................336-506-4192........ 26
		 Computer-Aided Drafting............................................336-506-4233........ 27
		 Mechanical Engineering..............................................336-506-4233........ 27
		 Mechatronics Engineering Technology........................336-506-4291........ 28
		 Industrial Systems Technology....................................336-506-4291........ 28
		 Computer-Integrated Machining..................................336-506-4333........ 29
		 Career Accelerator Program (CAP)..............................336-532-5034........ 29
		 Air Conditioning, Heating, Refrigeration Technology.....336-506-4165........ 30
		 Automotive Systems Technology................................336-506-4182........ 30
		 Welding Technology....................................................336-506-4183........ 31
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WHY YOU? WHY NOW? WHY US?
   Alamance Community College is committed to the health and safety of our
   students, faculty and staff. Here is what you can expect for Fall semester:
   „ More online and hybrid options. Complete your coursework when and where it is most convenient.
   „ More afternoon and early evening classroom options.
   „ Emphasis on mask-wearing and hand-washing among students, faculty and staff.
   „ Aggressive cleaning/sanitizing of high-touch surfaces.
   „ Hands-on skill development in classroom sessions with instructors available for programs in Health, Public
     Services and Applied Engineering, Agriculture, and Skilled Trades.
   „ Increased access to Internet with improved Wi-Fi.
   „ Lap-top check-outs at the college library.                                                             63
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   Are you a 4-year university student but want to complete coursework more affordably?                                 AND    S
                                                                                                                            STILL
   Do you want to remain home this next semester?                                                                        GOIN
          We have the transferable General Education courses you need.                                                  STRO G
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   Have you been impacted by COVID-19 and the economic downturn?
          Ask us how we can get you into a stable, well-paying, recession-proof career

            REGISTER NOW!
           Visit alamancecc.edu to apply.                                                                 Our Locations
                                                                                                     Carrington-Scott Campus
         Fall Semester Registration/Class Calendar                                                           (Main Campus)
                                                                                                      I-85/I-40, Exit 150 • Graham
          August 16–December 14 (classes held)                                                             Dillingham Center
Aug. 9	����������������������Payment Deadline, 3 p.m. (for early Fall registrations)                     (Burlington Campus)
                                                                                                    I-85/I-40, Exit 145 • Burlington
Aug. 11	��������������������Open Registration with faculty advisors, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; 5-7 p.m.
                                                                                                College Hours
Aug. 13	��������������������Payment Deadline, 3 p.m. (for registrations since Aug. 10)          *Summer hours may vary. The college closes at
                                                                                                noon on Fridays during summer term, through
Aug. 16	��������������������Classes Begin                                                       August 6, 2021.
Aug. 16-19	��������������Schedule Adjustment (Drop/Add)                                         Student Success Center
                                                                                                Mon...................................8 a.m.-7 p.m.
Sept. 6	���������������������Labor Day Holiday; College closed                                  Tues.-Thurs........................8 a.m.-5 p.m.
                                                                                                Fri.*....................................8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Oct. 13-16	���������������Fall Break (for students)                                             Admissions
Nov. 24-27	���������������Thanksgiving Break (for students); College closed Nov. 25-27          Mon.-Thurs........................8 a.m.-7 p.m.
                                                                                                Fri.*....................................8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Dec. 9-14	����������������Final Exams (Day Classes)                                             Business Office
                                                                                                Mon.-Fri.*..........................8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Dec. 11	��������������������Saturday Classes End (Final Exams)
                                                                                                Library
                                                                                                Mon.-Thurs..............7:30 a.m.-9:15 p.m.
                                                                                                Fri.*...............................7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
                                                                                                Sat.*....................................8 a.m.-noon
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HOW to register
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          ADMISSIONS PROCEDURES CHECKLIST
                           available online at www.alamancecc.edu
          From the home page click on PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS, then ADMISSIONS PROCESS,
                     then ADMISSIONS PROCESS CHECKLIST in left-hand column.

               Seven Steps to Enroll at ACC
               Complete residency and apply for admission.
 STEP 1        Before applying to ACC, obtain your N.C. residency determination at www.ncresidency.org.
               Once you have chosen your program, complete the admission application at www.alamancecc.edu
               or by visiting the Admissions Office.

               Complete the financial aid application (FAFSA) if you are applying for
 STEP 2        financial assistance.
               Apply at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Contact the ACC Financial Aid office at 336-506-4340 with any questions.

               Submit official high school transcript (or high school equivalency) to
 STEP 3        the Admissions Office.
               Official college transcripts are required if transfer credit/prerequisite verification is sought, or if you are
               using Veteran benefits.

               Determine if placement testing is needed.
 STEP 4        Contact the Admissions Office at 336-506-4270 to determine if placement testing is needed.*
               Sign up for a placement testing appointment and review study materials at
               www.alamancecc.edu/admissions-site/placement-testing.
               *Placement testing is NOT needed for students who’ve graduated from high school within the last 10 years.

 STEP 5        Complete the Online Student Orientation session.
               Check the website: www.alamancecc.edu for information regarding new student orientation.

 STEP 6        Sign up for advising/registration appointment.

               Pay for classes.
               Tuition/Fees due by August 9, by 3:00 p.m.
 STEP 7        Pay for classes via cash, check (payable to Alamance Community              Payment plans are available
               College), money order, online payments (through student’s                     through Nelnet Business
               Self Service account), or by phone with major credit card.                Solutions (set up payment plans
               Call the business office at 336-506-4141.                                  via your Self Service account).
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       Costs per Semester for Curriculum Credit Courses                                                                              Did You Know . . .
                                               (Effective Fall 2019 Semester)                                                        Persons paying tuition and fees in 2021 may be
                                                                                                                                     eligible for the American Opportunity or Lifetime
                                                                                 In-State                      Out-of-State          Learning tax credit when filing their 2021 tax return.
   Full-Time Student* (16 or more credit hours)                               $1,216.00                           $4,288.00          Both tax credits usually benefit students or parents
   Part-Time Student (per credit hour)                                           $76.00                            $268.00           with a modified adjusted gross income up to $80,000
   Full-Time Student Fees                                                        $15.00                              $15.00          ($160,000 for married taxpayers filing jointly). Check
                                                                 *For insurance purposes, 12 credit hours is considered full-time.   with your tax advisor for further details.

                                                                                               Residency Policy
      FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION                                                                Residency for tuition purposes is determined by the North Carolina Residency Determina-
                                                                                               tion Service. For more information, go to www.ncresidency.org.
      HOURS:             MON/WED/THURS: 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
                         TUES: 8 a.m.-7 p.m.                                                   Audit Classes
                                                                                               When registering, indicate that you will audit the class. Auditing allows you to sit in a class
                         FRI: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.*                                                   without testing requirements; however, all students must meet course prerequisites. No
   *NOTE: Summer hours may vary. The college closes at noon on Fridays                         credit is earned. Tuition and fee charges are the same as a credit course.
             during summer term, through August 6, 2021.
      ONLINE: alamancecc.edu/financial-aid/                                                    Class Cancellations
                                                                                               If a class must be canceled, you will be notified during the scheduled class and may choose
      e-mail: financialaid@alamancecc.edu                                                      another. If you cannot choose another, a tuition refund will be made.
      PHONE: 336-506-4340 • Fax: 336-506-4264                                                  Refund Policy
                                                                                               1. No refunds made except under the following circumstances:
    Need help? Online FAFSA Workshops weekly:                                                     A. A 100 percent refund will be made if the student officially withdraws from the class(es)
            Thursdays: 9 a.m. & 4 p.m.                                                                prior to the first day of the College’s academic semester. Requests for full refunds
                                                                                                      will not be considered after the first day of the College’s academic semester.
  To sign up for workshops visit the website, e-mail or call.                                     B. A 75 percent refund will be made if the student officially withdraws from the class(es)
                                                                                                      prior to or on the official 10 percent point of the semester. Request for refunds will
          Fall Semester FAFSA application                                                             not be considered after the 10 percent point of the College’s academic semester.
  guarantee deadline for filing financial aid is June 1.                                          C. For classes beginning at times other than the beginning of the semester, provisions
      July 5 is the document deadline for Fall.                                                       set forth in Part 1 (A) of this section apply. The 10 percent point of these classes is
                                                                                                      figured individually.
  The College will continue to process awards past this date, but the
                                                                                               2. To comply with applicable federal regulations regarding refunds to individuals or groups,
  award may not be available for payment on registration day.                                     federal regulations will supersede the state refund regulations stated in this rule.
    ACC Foundation scholarship application deadline is                                         3. If a student, having paid for a semester, dies during the semester (prior to or on the
                                                                                                  last day of examinations), all tuition and fees for that semester may be refunded to the
  July 25. To apply, visit alamancecc.academicworks.com/                                          estate of the deceased.

Questions About...                                              Ask                                                              Call
Academic Advising....................................... Advising Office.............................................. 336-506-4343              ¡Bienvenidos a ACC–
Admissions................................................. Admissions Office........................................... 336-506-4270                el primer paso
Books............................................................... Bookstore......................... 336-506-4156, 336-578-5923                  para mejorar su
Career Services............................................ Student Success............................................ 336-506-4140                   educación!
Counseling Services..................................... Student Success............................................ 336-506-4146
                                                                                                                                                ACC es un centro académico
Disabled/Special Needs Students.................. Student Success............................................ 336-506-4130                      que valora la educación de
Drop/Add Course.........................................Registrar’s Office............................................ 336-506-4270             todos. ¿Ud. tiene la nece-
Financial Aid/Pell Grants.................................. Financial Aid................................................ 336-506-4340          sidad de aprender inglés o
Lost & Found.......................................Receptionist, Front Entrance..................... 336-578-2002, operator                     obtener su G.E.D.? ¿Quisiera
Placement Testing........................................ Student Success............................................ 336-506-4270              tomar clases de computación
Security/Public Safety................................ Public Safety Office........336-506-4201 or (internal) ext. 2286                         y otros cursos en español?
Student Activities/Student Gov. Assoc.......... Student Success............................................ 336-506-4339                        ¡Ya no busque más! Esta-
ACC Transcripts........................................... Student Success............................................ 336-506-4126             mos aquí para servirle y para
Tuition Payments/Refunds............................. Business Office............................................. 336-506-4141                 contestar cualquier pregunta,
                                                                                                                                                llame al 336-506-4380. ¡Espe-
Tutorial Assistance.................................... Academic Skills Lab.......................................... 336-506-4167
                                                                                                                                                ramos su llamada!
Veterans Benefits......................................... Student Success............................................ 336-506-4398
Work Study................................................ Financial Aid Office........................................... 336-506-4340
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                                       SERVING YOU
                                       WHO SERVED
                                       SO WELL
                                       Why Attend Alamance
                                       Community College?
 y ACC has been named a 2021-22 Military Friendly® School for the
   12th consecutive year. In addition, the College was named a Military
   Spouse Friendly School for the second time.
 y ACC is approved for Veterans Administration Educational Benefits.
 y ACC offers certificates, diplomas, and degrees including Basic Law
   Enforcement Training (BLET), which have been approved for veteran
   educational benefits by the NC State Approving Agency in Raleigh.
 y ACC offers referral support and disability accommodations as
   needed, and hosts veterans claims clinics. The Mobile Veteran Center
   comes to ACC once a month for counseling and general quesitons.
 y The ACC Foundation offers emergency assistance funds to qualified
                                                                                                       Honors     Program
                                                                                        The core mission of the Alamance Community College
   veterans.                                                                            Honors Program is to provide students eager for
 y ACC has Green Zone certified trainers.                                               advanced studies and those with untapped potential
 y ACC hosts an annual Veterans Appreciation breakfast.                                 with a transformative learning experience that promotes
                                                                                        critical thinking, community engagement, and academic
   For more information about Military Education Benefits,                              exploration. The honors program is available for students
         call Feleta Morton at 336-506-4398.                                            enrolled in an Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, or
                                                                                        Associate of Engineering.
         Bookstore Information, Call 336-506-4156                                       Benefits to Students:
                                                                                        „ Honors recognition on transcript
 A privately-owned College bookstore is located on the Carrington-Scott
 Campus to purchase textbooks as well as a variety of academic supplies.                „ Opportunity to do in-depth research and writing
 Registration Week and First Week of Class (Spring & Fall)                                related to a particular discipline
                Mon.-Thurs................ 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.                          „ Participation in Honors Program functions and
                Fri. ............................. 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.                    conferences
                Sat..................................................closed
 Regular hours Mon.–Thurs............... 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
                                                                                        „ A competitive edge when applying to academic
                Fri. ..................................................closed             programs, colleges and universities
    Students may order textbooks and supplies online at                                 „ Opportunity to assume leadership roles
                www.alamanceshop.com                                                    „ Faculty mentorship
 Call 336-506-4156 or visit to ask about Textbook Rental.
 Standard return policy is 48 hours from purchase date. At the beginning of each
                                                                                        Requirements for Program Completion
 semester, students have 7 days from first day of class to return items. Receipts are   „ Complete at least five honors classes (12 hours)
 required for all returns, including eBook/digital titles.                              „ Graduate with a GPA of 3.2 or higher
 Payment Methods
 Personal checks may be written for the amount of purchase within these criteria:                  www.alamancecc.edu/honors
   1. include address, telephone number, and driver’s license number
   2. make payable to ACC Bookstore
   3. two-party checks accepted when written by parent/guardian
 Cash, checks, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover are accepted.            For more information about the Honors Program,
 Credit Card Policy                                                                            contact the program coordinator at
 All credit card purchases must be accompanied by the card, and the cardholder

                                                                                                      336-506-4242
 must be present at time of purchase. If the cardholder is not present, then written
 permission detailing allowable charges must be provided by the cardholder with
 photocopies of front and back of card at time of purchase, along with a photo ID.
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                                                   Distance Learning
                                                                     The CAREER AND COLLEGE PROMISE (CCP) PROGRAM
                                                                     allows qualified high school juniors and seniors in North Carolina
                                                                     the opportunity to pursue college courses (tuition free) while in
                                                                     high school. Currently, all courses needed to complete an online
                                                                     pathway are available in the following areas:
                                                                     „ Accounting
                                                                     „ Business and Marketing
                                                                     „ Fire Protection
                                                                     „ Information Technologies (Web Design)

                                                                     Not sure what type of distance
Distance Education Opportunities                                     education course is right for you?
Alamance Community College offers more than 100 curriculum           We have several types to choose from depending on your
courses through its Distance Learning program. Students taking       schedule and specific educational needs.
courses online work independently, study at their own convenient
time and place, and submit assignments electronically. At            „ Online “E”–Course with 100% of instruction delivered via the
least 90 hours of general education courses are offered online.         Internet (Example: BUS 225 01E)
Courses are offered both in 16-week and 8-week periods.              „ Hybrid “H”–Face-to-face (seated) course combined with
Currently, all courses needed to complete an online credential are      required online assignments/tasks. Face-to-face meeting times
available in the following areas:                                       will be determined by each department. Students who register
„ Associate in Arts Degree                                              for a hybrid course must have access to the Internet and be
„ Associate in General Education Degree                                 able to complete assigned course activities online in addition
„ Associate in Applied Science Degree–Business                          to meeting on scheduled class days. (Example: HIS 131 03H)
   Administration-General Business Admin. Concentration              „ Web-Assisted “W”–Course is delivered face-to-face with a
„ Associate in Applied Science Degree–Fire Protection                   requirement that students have Internet access as a way to
   Technology                                                           complete assigned tasks online. (Example: COM 110 01W)
„ Certificates in the following areas:
   ‡ Web Design                                                      Online Registration
   ‡ Accounting and Finance                                          Before you can take an online curriculum course at ACC, you must fol-
   ‡ Accounting and Income Tax                                       low the admissions and testing process and register for courses. This
   ‡ Accounting Software Applications                                information can be accessed by visiting the ACC website at: www.ala-
   ‡ General Business Administration                                 mancecc.edu
   ‡ Early Childhood Administration                                  Go to the “Degrees and Programs” tab, then click on “Online and
   ‡ Early Childhood Preschool                                       Distance Education.” The “Getting Started” area has all the basic
   ‡ Entrepreneurship                                                information you need to begin.
   ‡ Child Care Essentials                                           Need more information? You can also go to the Tech Support and
   ‡ Infant/Toddler Care                                             FAQs section.
   ‡ Fire Protection                                                 After consulting with an advisor, students can register for classes using
   ‡ Fire Inspections                                                Self Service. Self Service can be accessed from the ACC website.
   ‡ Fire Protection Management
   ‡ Supervision                                                     Consultations with advisors can be done in person, by telephone or
                                                                     through e-mail correspondence.

                       For more information on Distance Education courses, visit
                                        www.alamancecc.edu
                  and click on Degrees and Programs, email the Distance Learning office at
                      distancelearning@alamancecc.edu or call 336-290-0555
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                                                    University Transfer
                                                                       If you would like to like to further your education
                                                                       and transfer to a four-year college or university,
                                                                       then our University Transfer program is the
                                                                       affordable, high-quality pathway for you.
                                                                       The University Transfer curriculum prepares students to
                                                                       transfer to a four-year college or university. Students can
                                                                       complete most of the general education courses required
                                                                       of all freshmen and sophomores at four-year institutions
                                                                       through the University Transfer Program. Under agreements
                                                                       between the University of North Carolina System and the
                                                                       N.C. Community College System, students completing the
                                                                       Associate in Arts, Associate in Arts Teacher Preparation,
                                                                       Associate in Engineering, Associate in Fine Arts, Associate
These degrees require 60 credit hours in general
                                                                       in Science, or Associate in Science Teacher Preparation
education courses and electives, including:
                                                                       degree can transfer seamlessly from ACC to a University.
  English composition
  Humanities and fine arts
  Social and behavioral sciences
                                                                               For more info about University Transfer, call
  Natural sciences
  Mathematics                                                                                 336-506-4163
Depending on intended major, you may earn:
„ Associate in Arts (A.A.) Degree
  for students planning to major in liberal arts, business, history,
  communication, or psychology                                                                            UNIVERSITY
„ Associate in Arts Teacher Preparation (A.A.T.P.) Degree
  for students interested in becoming K-12 teachers specializing
  in arts/music, language arts, English, history, humanities,
                                                                                                           TRANSFER
  physical education, and social studies
„ Associate in Engineering (A.E.) Degree
                                                                                                              ONLINE
  for students planning to major in all Bachelor of Science in
  Engineering degree programs
„ Associate in Fine Arts (A.F.A.) Visual Arts Degree                     Did you know...
  for students planning to major in creative arts                           at ACC you can complete a fully transferable
„ Associate in Fine Arts (A.F.A.) Music Degree                              Associate in Arts degree completely online?
  for students planning to major in music disciplines                    And if you’re thinking of completing your final two years of university
                                                                         in an online program in North Carolina, we can make that transition
„ Associate in Science (A.S.) Degree
                                                                         so much easier. ACC’s University Transfer online program is ideal for
  for students planning to major in health related fields, natural
                                                                         parents, for care-givers, for anyone in the workforce. Ask us about
  sciences, mathematics, computer science                                this convenient, flexible, affordable option.
„ Associate in Science Teacher Preparation (A.S.T.P.)                                   Contact our advisors:
  Degree                                                                             Ben.Shirley@alamancecc.edu
  for students interested in becoming K-12 teachers specializing
  in STEM programs–science, technology, engineering and math                        Rose.Webster@alamancecc.edu
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                                                  Transfer Agreements and Pathways
  ACC provides a gateway to our state’s four-year colleges and universities through system-wide agreements, as well as special
  transfer agreements, bilateral agreements, and co-admission agreements. Co-admission agreements allow students to be
  admitted to a university while they complete an associate degree. The College also has also special agreements and bilateral
  agreements with specific colleges and universities to encourage and support the transfer process.

                    CO-ADMISSION AGREEMENTS                                                                          SPECIAL AGREEMENTS
oAggie Plus/NC A&T State University                                  NEW!                         Elon University
  Aggie Plus offers a seamless transition from ACC to N.C.                                        Guarantees transfer admission, waiver of
nAgricultural & Technical State University. Participants must                                     application fee, acceptance of a maximum
dcomplete an Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, or                                          of 65 community college credits that have Elon University equivalents,
sAssociate in Engineering degree prior to transferring                                            and grants full junior status to graduates of designated ACC Associate
sand must maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA and obtain a                                              in Arts or Associate in Science degree programs who have met
                                                                                                  specific requirements.
e“C” or better on all transferable coursework.
eC-STEP/UNC Chapel Hill                                                                           Guilford College
 ,The Carolina Student Transfer                   UNC
                                                   C A RO L I N A S T U D E N T T R A N S F E R
                                                                                                  Guarantees transfer admission, waiver of
                                                                                                  application fee, acceptance of 64 community
eExcellence   Program (C-STEP), a
  partnership with UNC Chapel Hill,
                                                   E XC E L L E N C E P RO G R A M

                                                                                                  college credits, and full junior status to all graduates of designated
nassists community college students in transitioning to the university                            ACC Associate Degree programs who meet specific guidelines.
 .setting. For admission to UNC, students must graduate ACC with a                                Lees-McRae College
  3.2 or higher cumulative GPA, complete three semesters of a foreign                             ACC graduates are guaranteed
                                                                                                                                        NEW!
  language, and complete program activities.                                                      enrollment at Lees-McRae if they earn
  C3/North Carolina State University                                                              an associate’s degree and maintain at least
  Community College Collaboration (C3) is a dual-                                                 a 2.5 GPA. A Transfer Merit Scholarship is offered to those who qualify.
  admissions program that guarantees enrollment                                                   Requirements may vary depending on program of study.
  at NC State if students earn an Associate of Arts,
  Associate of Science, or Associate of Engineering degree. Students                                               BILATERAL AGREEMENTS
  must graduate ACC with a 3.0 GPA or higher.
                                                                                                            with Universities for Students with
  Pathway to Excellence/UNC Wilmington                                                                 Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Degrees
  Pathway to Excellence guarantees admission to                                                   NC Agricultural & Technical State University
  UNCW for students completing a transfer degree                                                  Graduates of ACC with an AAS in specified majors with at least a
  with a GPA 2.5 or greater. A GPA of 3.0 is required for                                         cumulative GPA of 2.5 will be admitted to NC A&T.
  increased benefits.
                                                                                                  North Carolina Central University
  Pirate Promise/East Carolina University                                                         Graduates of ACC with an AAS degree in an articulated program and
  Pirate Promise improves transfer student access                                                 at least a cumulative GPA of 2.5 will be admitted to NCCU provided all
  and success. Qualified students receive guaranteed                                              other conditions are satisfied.
  admission to ECU upon completing an associate
  degree with a cumulative GPA 2.5 or higher.                                                     UNC Greensboro
                                                                                                  2Plus program for AAS degrees articulating to specified majors.
  Spartan Passage/UNC Greensboro
  Spartan Passage is for students interested                                                      RN to BSN Program–A degree completion program for students with
  in completing the Associate in Arts or                                                          an Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) to complete their BSN through
  Associate in Science degree at ACC. Some                                                        UNCG. UNCG faculty teach BSN classes on ACC’s campus.
  degree programs require auditions or secondary admissions processes.                            North Carolina Wesleyan College
                                                                                                  Grants any student with a Criminal Justice AAS degree 60 credit hours
           For more information about transfer                                                    towards the baccalaureate degree and junior standing. Coursework for
                                                                                                  the Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminal Justice is offered 100% online.
           agreements, visit: alamancecc.edu.                                                     East Carolina University
       Under the menu SERVICES FOR STUDENTS, click the                                            Students receiving an AAS degree in technical majors can articulate
     Advising and Transfer link, then click Transfer Agreements.                                  credit toward a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology.
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                               AccountingUniversity
                                           and Business
                                                    Transfer
                                                         Technologies
             Associate in Fine Arts                                           Associate in Engineering
Associate in Fine Arts–Music                                         The Associate in Engineering creates a transfer pathway
Students completing this                                             to all public NC four-year universities with engineering
degree are provided with the                                         programs: East Carolina University, North Carolina A&T
musical knowledge and skills
                                                                     State University, North Carolina State University, University
for teaching, performing, or
working behind the scenes.                                           of North Carolina at Charlotte, and Western Carolina
Areas of study include cre-                                          University. ACC provides engineering students with
ativity; basic understanding                                         advisors and support necessary for success.
of harmony, melody, and                                              Course Work
rhythm; versatility; perfor-
mance techniques, communication skills; and self-discipline.         The Associate in Engineering degree is math and
                                                                     science intensive. You will earn 60 hours of college credit,
Job Opportunities in Music Include                                   including:
„   Performance                   „ Technology
                                                                     „ an introduction to engineering course
„   Production                    „ Entertainment
                                                                     „ an academic transitions course
„   Education                     „ Entrepreneurship
„   Management                                                       „ 42 general education hours
                                                                     „ 17 hours of pre-major electives
Associate in Fine Arts–Visual Arts                                                                          Career
Students completing this de-
gree are provided with the ar-                                                                              Opportunities
tistic knowledge and skills in                                                                              The skills you
teaching, creating, or working                                                                              develop in your
in a variety of career options.                                                                             associate’s degree
Areas of focus include various                                                                              and bachelor’s
art techniques, studio practice,                                                                            degree studies
creativity, basic understanding                                                                             in engineering
of the principles and elements
of art, versatility, communication skills, adaptability, and self-                                          provide a solid
discipline.                                                                                                 foundation in
                                                                                                            quantitative
Job Opportunities in Visual Arts Include                                                                    reasoning and
„   Fine artist, Illustrator     „   Police/court sketch artist                                             problem solving,
„   Graphic designer             „   Tatoo artist                                                           which are used in
„   Community arts worker        „   Film and media                                                         a wide range of
„   Curatorial position          „   Conceptual artist                                                      career pathways.

 For more information about the Associate in Fine Arts
                      336-506-4230 or
          programs, call                                                        For more information about the
                                                                             Associate in Engineering Program, call
            for Music: 336-506-4325
         for Visual Arts: 336-506-4338                                              336-506-4332
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                                                   University Transfer                             NEW!
   Alamance      Scholars
The Alamance Scholars Program is a
                                                                      Associate in Arts Teacher Preparation
partnership between Elon University, Alamance Community
College, and Alamance-Burlington School System. Students can
                                                                     Associate in Science Teacher Preparation
attend ACC and Elon University to earn a Bachelor’s in Arts in       The Associate in Arts Teacher Preparation (A.A.T.P.)
Education to become a teacher (K-8).                                 degree is for students interested in transferring to a four-
Benefits of being an Alamance Scholar                                year institution to pursue a bachelor’s in arts education.
    Dual academic advising from ACC and Elon University                                                     The degree is appro-
    Scholarship opportunities                                                                               priate for students
    Associate’s degree from ACC                                                                             who would like to
    Bachelor’s degree from Elon                                                                             become K-12 teach-
    Eligible for NC Teaching License after graduating Elon                                                  ers specializing in
Possible majors at Elon University                                                                          Art, Language Arts/
„ Elementary Education                                                                                      English, History,
„ Middle Grades (English Language Arts, math, social                                                        Humanities, Music,
  studies, or science concentration)                                                                        Physical Education,
                                                                                                            and Social Studies.
     For more info about Alamance Scholars, call
                                                                     The Associate in Science Teacher Preparation (A.S.T.P.)
                  336-506-4118                                       degree is for students interested in transferring to a four-
                                                                     year institution to pursue a bachelor’s in STEM education.
                                                                     The degree is appropriate for students who would
                                                                     like to become K-12 teachers specializing in Science,
                                                                     Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.
                                                                     ACC provides students with advisors and support
     SO YOU WANT TO BE A SPARTAN?                                    necessary for success.
    ACC-UNCG Spartan Passage guarantees                              Course Work
ACC student admission to UNCG provided you earn                      60 hours of college credit, including courses in:
 an associate’s degree and maintain a 2.00 GPA.                         Foundation of Education
What can Spartan Passage do for you?                                    Teacher Licensure Preparation
„ Your UNCG application fee is waived.                                  Literacy Development & Instruction
„ Your federal and state financial aid is coordinated.               Job Opportunities
„ Scholarship opportunities are available.
                                                                     „ Elementary education (K–6th grade)
„ You have access to all UNCG libraries’ services and resources.
„ You have access to UNCG computer services, all UNCG campus         „ Middle school education (6th–8th grade)
  activities and events, and to UNCG’s Kaplan Center for Wellness.   „ Secondary education (9th–12th grade)
„ You have membership access to many UNCG student organizations.
„ You have on-site admissions and academic advising at ACC.
                                                                            For more info about the University Transfer
        For more info about Spartan Passage,                                  Teacher Preparation programs, contact
             contact Melissa Garrison at                                   Kristina.Ketcham@alamancecc.edu or call

                 336-506-4362                                                           336-506-4118
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                           Accounting and Business Technologies
If you like working with numbers and want to
position yourself for success in a more competitive
job market, then our Business Administration or
Accounting programs may be the career path for
you—Careers that make good business sense!

          Business Administration
The Business Administration curriculum provides students
with the fundamental knowledge of business functions
and an understanding of organizations in today’s global
economy. Courses focus on developing skills related
to computer applications, management and decision
making. Students in our Marketing program explore areas
of advertising strategy, social media and digital marketing.        Study for the General Business Administration
Students in our Human Resources Management program                       Concentration degree totally online.
learn about recruiting, compensation, and employment law.
Concentrations Offered                                         A Sample of What You Will Learn
„ General Business                                                 Management functions of planning, organizing, leading,
                                                                   and controlling
„ Marketing
                                                                   Business ethics and legal framework
„ Human Resources Management                                       Business concepts associated with marketing of goods
                                                                   and services
Online Options                                                     Economic principles and financial information
„ General Business Administration degree
„ General Business Administration certificate                  Job Opportunities Include
                                                               „   Administrative support or manager trainee
                                                               „   Operations manager or store manager
                                                               „   Customer service/sales representative
                                                               „   Marketing associate
                                                               „   Human resources generalist
 Human Resources
   Management
Accelerate your career by adding Human Resources                   Learn how you can impact your career with
Management. Programs include:                                       our Business Administration options, call
„ A.A.S. Degree: Business Administration–
  Human Resources Management Concentration
„ Human Resources Management Certificate                                     336-506-4031
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                               Accounting and Business Technologies
If you like working with numbers and analyzing
data for financial operations, then our Accounting              Need Microsoft Certifications?
and Finance program may be the career choice
for you.
                                                               Microsoft Office
                                     Accounting                Certification Testing
                                     and Finance               is available on the ACC campus.
                                                               Available Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS)
                                     Our Accounting and        exams:               Courses to prep for exam:
                                     Finance program trains    „ Word                  CIS 110 Intro to Computers
                                     students to work with     „ Excel                 CTS 130 Spreadsheets
                                     numbers and think         „ PowerPoint            CIS 110 Intro to Computers
                                     critically. Accountants
                                     analyze and process       „ Access                DBA 110 Database Concepts
                                     data that affect the
                                     finances of a company
                                                                          ACC students can take
                                     or business.                        certification exams FREE!
                                                                  (non-ACC students must purchase exam vouchers)

                                                               Demonstrate that you have the skills needed to get
A Sample of What You Will Learn                                the most out of Office by earning a Microsoft Office
    Creating financial reports and statements                  Specialist (MOS) certification in a specific Office
    Software programs such as QuickBooks                       program.
    Instruction delivered by CPA-designated faculty
                                                               Benefits of Microsoft Office Certification
Job Opportunities Include                                      „ Earn more in annual salary than uncertified peers.
„   Bookkeeper, accountant, or payroll clerk
                                                               „ Microsoft Office is the 3rd most requested skill for
„   Accounts payable/receivable clerk                            jobs.
„   Bank teller                                                „ Certified individuals are 50% more likely to be hired
„   Tax preparer                                                 full time.
                                                               „ Increased confidence in skills.
Online Options
                                                               „ Boosts academic performance and preps students
„ Income Tax Certificate                                         for college and career.

                                                                 For more info about enrolling or testing, call
          For more info about Accounting, call
                                                                           336-506-4229
                 336-506-4031                                      or visit https://bit.ly/acccertiport
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                             Accounting and Business Technologies
If you would like to hone your skills for a position as
an executive assistant or as administrative support                     Medical Office Administration
in various professional office settings, including
medical or law, then our Office Administration                     The Medical Office
                                                                   Administration curriculum
programs may be the career path for you.                           trains students as medical
                                                                   office professionals
       Office                                                      to respond to the
                                                                   demands of a dynamic
    Administration                                                 computerized workplace.
                                                                   This program offers two
                                                                   options:
The Office Administration                                          „ General Medical Office
program trains students                                              Concentration (includes
as administrative office                                             Medical Coding,
professionals to respond                                             Billing and Insurance
to the demands of a                                                  Certificate)
dynamic computerized                                               „ Medical Auditor Concentration
workplace.                                                         A Sample of What You Will Learn
This program offers two options:                                       Integrated software including word processing, spreadsheet,
                                                                       database, and presentation applications
„ General Office Administration Concentration                          Medical terminology for all major body systems and medical
„ Legal Office Administration Concentration                            specialties
                                                                       Medical insurance concepts including procedural and
A Sample of What You Will Learn                                        diagnostic coding and reimbursement
  Integrated software including word processing, spreadsheet,
  database, and presentation applications                              Basic accounting principles and records management systems
  Records management systems                                           Analysis and coordination of office systems and duties
  Analysis and coordination of office systems and duties
                                                                   Job Opportunities Include
Job Opportunities Include                                          „ Administrative support positions in hospitals, clinics,
„ Entry-level positions as office assistant or                       physicians offices, and other health-care facilities
  administrative support                                           „ Positions in insurance companies and medical
„ With experience, office manager                                    supply companies
„ LEGAL OPTION: administrative support in legal
  departments or private law practices                               Interested in becoming a Medical Biller or
„ Administrative support in city, state and federal                         Coder and work from home?
  government offices                                             Medical Coding, Billing and Insurance Certificate
                                                                      courses are offered online or hybrid.
   For more info about Office Administration, call              A medical biller or coder can work in any health care facility or work remotely
                                                                from home. Billers can earn up to $20/hour; certified coders earn up to $30/

               336-506-4166
    or email kim.mckenzie@alamancecc.edu
                                                                hour. Medical coding jobs are projected to increase by 22 percent through 2022
                                                                (Salary.com/AAPC.com)
                                                                                 For more info, call 336-506-4166
                                                                             or email kim.mckenzie@alamancecc.edu
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                          Information Technology and Cybersecurity
Are you computer savvy? Then your career path might lead you to our information Technology
curriculum. With four different concentrations, graduates have many employment opportunities from
programming and development to support and security.

                                              Information Technology
                                                The Information Technology (IT) curriculum prepares graduates for
                                                employment in the technology sector as designers, testers, support
                                                technicians, system administrators, developers, or programmers
                                                who use computer software and/or hardware to design, process,
                                                implement and manage information systems in specialties such
                                                as database services, security, business intelligence, healthcare
                                                informatics and others depending on the technical path selected
                                                within this curriculum. The four concentration areas are:
                                                 „   Business Support
                                                 „   Systems Security (Cybersecurity)                     2 NEW
                                                                                                         DEGR
                                                 „   Computer Programming and Development              PROGRA EE
                                                 „   Software and Web Development                            MS!
Business Support Concentration
Students pursuing the Business Support concentration       Computer Programming and
are trained to utilize computer hardware and software to   Development Concentration
support business operations.                               The Computer Programming curriculum covers the
A Sample of                                                development of software applications for deployment on
What You Will Learn                                        computers, web browsers, and mobile devices.
  Desktop and PC support                                   A Sample of What You Will Learn
  Hardware and software installation,                          Python, Java, C++, SQL and other programming languages
  repair, and maintenance                                      Industry standard programming tools and IDEs
  How to use and train others to use                           Problem solving and logical
  business productivity software                               thinking mindset
Job Opportunities Include
„ Desktop Support Specialist, Help Desk Associate          Job Opportunities Include
„ PC Repair Technician                                     „ Computer Programmer
                                                           „ Programmer Analyst
 For more info about Information Technology, call          „ Software Developer
                                                           „ Database

              336-506-4229                                   Programmer
                                                           „ Programmer/
            or visit alamancecc.edu/it                       Tester
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                          Information Technology and Cybersecurity
Systems Security (Cybersecurity)                                Software and Web Development
Concentration                                                   Concentration
ACC’s Cybersecurity is a Program of Excellence!                 The Web Development curriculum covers the development
Programs receive the CAE-CD designation only after              of applications for deployment in web browsers and
meeting a rigorous set of requirements established by           mobile devices.
the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department
of Homeland Security (DHS).                                     A Sample of What You
      Learn more at alamancecc.edu/cyber.                       Will Learn
                                                                    HTML/CSS, JavaScript, Python,
The Cybersecurity emphasis area trains students to                  SQL and other programming
configure, troubleshoot, and secure computer systems.               languages
A Sample of What You Will Learn                                     Mobile App Development
  Installation, configuration, and maintenance of Windows and       Problem solving and logical
  Linux operating systems                                           thinking mindset
  Securing and configuring hosts, routers, and switches
  Packet analysis, network security monitoring, log analysis,   Job Opportunities Include
  and other Cyber Ops skills                                    „   Web Developer
Job Opportunities Include                                       „   Mobile App Developer
„ Network Technician                                            „   Website Administrator
„ Cyber Threat Hunter                                           „   Website/App Tester
„ Security Analyst                                              „   Computer Programmer

                                                                          Earn or Prep for IT Certifications at ACC
   Cybersecurity Certificate                                     Many of our classes prepare students for IT industry
                                                                 certification exams. We are able to offer some exams
Join the cutting-edge defense teams
                                                                 on our campus.
in this rapidly-expanding industry.
                                                                 „ CompTIA A+, Linux+, LPIC, Security+, Server+
A Sample of What You Will Learn                                  „ CCNA
  Proficiency with the Linux command line
                                                                 „ Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Word,
  Development of information security control policy
                                                                   Excel, PowerPoint, Access
  Methods for the protection of digital assets
                                                                 „ Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA)
  Technology crime investigation techniques
                                                                 „ Microsoft Certified Educator (MCE)
Job Opportunities Include                                        „ Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA)
„ Entry Level Information Security Analyst                       „ IC3
„ Junior Incident Response Associate                             Set yourself apart!
 For more info about Information Technology, call                Be ready for certification exams after a single
                                                                 class or up to one year of classes.

              336-506-4229                                            For more info about enrolling or testing,
                                                                                   call 336-506-4229
            or visit alamancecc.edu/it                                    or visit https://bit.ly/acccertiport
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                     Health and Clinical Laboratory Sciences
                                                               ACC’s Associate Degree Nursing
                        Associate Degree Nursing               program trains students to provide
                                                               nursing care to patients throughout
                                                               the life span in various settings.
                                                    Admission to the nursing program is competitive and
                                                    based upon the selection of candidates who possess
                                                    the ability to succeed in a demanding academic
                                                    program. Prospective graduates of the program are
                                                    required to participate in clinical rotations at hospitals
                                                    and other clinical settings as part of the process in
                                                    earning their degree. Following graduation, students
                                                    must pass the National Council Licensure Examination
                                                    to practice as a Registered Nurse.
                                                    A Sample of What You Will Learn
                                                        Evidence-based nursing practices
                                                        Clinical judgement

                                                    Job Opportunities Include
                                                    „   Hospitals
                                                    „   Long-term care facilities
                                                    „   Clinics and physicians’ offices
                                                    „   Community agencies
   Are you interested in pursuing a                 „   With additional education, RNs may specialize in
 Bachelor of Nursing, 4-year degree?                    an advanced nursing field.

           If so, ACC offers a
  ASSOCIATE IN GENERAL ED.
                                                             RN–BSN Collaboration
    PRE-NURSING DEGREE                                             between
    This program is designed to fulfill ALL                 ACC and UNC Greensboro
 pre-nursing courses which will transfer to a           Registered Nurses can complete their
four-year university. All courses are taught on         bachelor’s degree in Nursing at ACC.
      ACC’s Carrington-Scott Campus.                 Take courses at ACC’s Carrington-Scott Cam-
                                                     pus, taught by instructors from UNCG.
        For more info about Nursing, call            Students should apply to UNCG for the 2+ RN-

            336-506-4180
                                                     BSN program at: admissions.uncg.edu and have
                                                     their official transcripts sent to UNCG.
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                            Health and Clinical Laboratory Sciences
Do you like caring for others? Become a Nurse Aide or
Medical Assistant. Students learn in our on-site clinic
setting including reception area, exam rooms and labs.
                                                                                         Nurse Aide/Nurse Aide II
ACC’s Nurse Aide program trains students to provide individual patient
attention in the health care field. After this 16-week training program,
and successful completion of the state competency exam, students
are eligible to seek employment.
NURSE AIDE II course provides training in selected advanced Nurse
Aide procedures. Emphasis is placed on sterile techniques, wound
and tracheostomy care, respiratory procedures, catheterizations,
irrigations, and ostomy care.
                                                Also offered on campus—
You Will Learn How To:                     an 8-week Nurse Aide I course option.
  Assist individuals with health care needs
                                                 Call for details/schedule.
  Provide activities of daily living (ADLS)
  Provide bedside care, including basic nursing procedures, all under the
  supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
Job Opportunities        With Nurse Aide II certification
„ Hospitals              „ Acute care centers
„ Nursing homes          „ Clinical sites with acute care            For more info about Nurse Aide/Nurse Aide II, call
„ Home health              areas (emergency rooms)
                         „ Long-term care facilities                                       336-506-4253
                                                         Medical Assisting                                               PROGRAM
                                                                                                                     OFFERED DA
                                                       ACC’s Medical Assisting curriculum trains
                                                                                                                                Y OR
                                                       students as the only multi-skilled health
                                                                                                                        EVENING
                                                       care practitioners in health care. Students
                                                       learn in our on-site simulated clinic setting that includes
                                                       reception area, exam rooms, and lab.
                                                       A Sample of What You Will Learn
                                                          How to document in EHR
                                                          Basic laboratory techniques including phlebotomy
                                                          Assist with clinical procedures such as EKG

                                                               Job Opportunities Include
                                                               „ Lead medical assistant
  For more info about Medical Assisting, call                  „ Clinical supervisor
                                                               „ Coding and billing specialists
             336-506-4213                                   The Medical Assisting program is accredited by the Medical Assisting Educatin Review Board
                                                            (MAERB), 20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 1575, Chicago, Illnois 60606, www.maerb.org.
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                                         Health and Clinical Laboratory Sciences
If you are interested in bioscience and would enjoy
working in a lab setting, then our Histotechnology                                                        Histotechnology
program may be a career option for you.
Histotechnicians prepare tissue specimens for microscopic examination to
identify tissue and cell structures. Their work is important because they are
on the front lines of health care diagnostics, helping to identify abnormalities
and formulate treatment strategies.
What’s the Career Outlook?
FACT: Burlington is the #1 small metropolitan statistical area in testing,
medical lab and research job.
The number of bioscience jobs in Alamance     For more info about Histotechnology,                                             call
County have recently doubled to nearly 4,000
jobs. Bioscience is projected to be a $100
billion industry by 2025 in North Carolina.                                                  336-506-4196
ACC’s Dental Assisting program provides hands-on
training in our on-campus clinical facility.
The Dental Assisting program prepares students to assist dentists
                                                                                                                    Dental Assisting
in delivery of dental treatment. ACC students gain valuable
experience through the on-site, full service dental education clinic
and external clinical sites.
Gainful Employment information about this program is required by the federal government. For additional
information, refer to the College’s website at www.alamancecc.edu/about-acc-site/gainful-employment-
program-disclosures/.

A Sample of What You Will                                Job Opportunities
Learn                                                    Include
    Biomedical, dental, and clinical                     „ Private and general
    sciences                                               dental practices
    Clinical practice
                                                         „ Public health clinics
    Infection/hazard control and
    preventive dentistry                                 „ Veterans’ hospitals
    Radiography                                          „ Front office assistant

    Night Dental Assisting (DAII) Program
  „ Fit your classes around current employment and family time.
  „ Take online and hybrid courses around your schedule.
  „ Graduate with minimum 300 clinical hours in our on-campus                                              For more info about Dental Assisting, call
    clinic and external clinical sites.
     ACC offers the only accredited DAII night program in the state.                                               336-506-4153
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                                    Health and Clinical Laboratory Sciences
If chemistry and microbiology are your passion, then
our Medical Laboratory Technology or Biotechnology
programs may be the
career path for
you. Students are
trained in actual
laboratory
settings using
the latest
technology.                                                                               Biotechnology
    Medical Laboratory                                                  ACC’s Biotechnology program is the longest-running two-year
                                                                       program in the U.S. Students are trained to work as research

    Technology (MLT)                                                   assistants or technicians within a variety of industry.
                                                                       A Sample of What You Will Learn
                                                                           Bioprocessing—upstream and
Students in the MLT curriculum train to perform                            downstream
clinical laboratory test procedures to aid in the                          Lab equipment use, calibration, and
diagnosis and treatment of illness and diseases.                           troubleshooting
Students learn in a simulated laboratory setting                           Cell culture—bacterial, mammalian, stem
provided by Laboratory Corporation of America,                             cell lines
                                                                           Gene cloning, genetic engineering, and
Inc. (LabCorp).                                                            DNA sequencing
A Sample of What You Will Learn                                            Immunological assays, antibody
   Laboratory procedures and theory in clinical                            production, screening methods
   chemistry, hematology, urinalysis/body fluids,
   transfusion medicine, and clinical microbiology                     Job Opportunities Include
   Specimen collection procedures                                      „   Academic research labs and medical testing labs
                                                                       „   Pharmaceutical companies
Job Opportunities Include                                              „   Environmental testing facilities
„ Clinic laboratories                                                  „   Biomanufacturing production
„ Hospital laboratories                                                                     BioWork is a 136-hour non-credit certificate course

                                                                                 NEW!
„ Reference laboratories                                                                    that can lead to an entry-level position as a process
                                                                                            technician. This course is for high school graduates,
The MLT program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for                        those in manufacturing industries who have lost their
Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS), 5600 N. River Rd., Suite 720,                        job, or for those who would like to start a new career.
Rosemont, IL 60018, www.naacls.org.                                                         Upon completion of the BioWorks certificate (min. 85%),
                                                                                            students are eligible to sit for the State Certification Exam
                                                                                            for the Bioprocess Technician credential.
              For more info about
      Medical Laboratory Technology, call                                          For more info about Biotechnology, call

               336-506-4196                                                                336-506-4224
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                                            Professional Services
Would you enjoy creating the trendiest hair
styles and performing manicures? If so, then
the Cosmetology program is for you. Students
                                                                                   Cosmetology
get hands-on experience in ACC’s on-site salon
offering services to the public.
ACC’s Cosmetology A.A.S. Degree program trains
students to professionally cut and style hair in an on-
site salon environment. Students are trained at the ACC
Dillingham Center at our Burlington campus. Graduates
will qualify to sit for the N.C. State Board of Cosmetic Arts
examination.
A Sample of What You Will Learn
    Professional imaging
    Hair design
    Chemical processes
    Skin and nail care
    Business/computer principles

Job Opportunities Include
„   Hairstylist and/or manicurist
„   Distributors/sales consultant                                      For more info about Cosmetology, call
„   Makeup artist
„
„
    Hair color specialist
    Salon manager or owner                                                    336-506-4390
                                                                    Esthetics Technology                    NEW!
                                                                         Certificate
                                                                Students receive hands-on skills and scientific/artistic
                                                                principles associated with the art of skin care. Our on-
                                                                site salon environment enables to student to practice
                                                                those skills. With the 16-hour certificate and state board
                                                                licensing, graduates can find employment in cosmetic
                                                                and skin care salons.
                                                                Coursework includes
                                                                „ Instruction in all phases of professional esthetics
                                                                  technology
                                                                „ Business/human relations
                                                                „ Product knowledge and other related topics
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