Workforce Development/Continuing Education

Subscribing to the philosophy of “life-long learning”, the Continuing Education Division offers a wide range of courses and programs for adults of all ages and interests. Courses are offered in several broad program areas: Occupational Extension, Self-Supporting, Human Resources Development (HRD), Adult Basic Education (ABE), High School Equivalency (HSE) preparation, Adult High School Diploma Program (AHSDP), English as a Second Language (ESL), cultural and civic activities, as well as workshops and seminars provided through the Small Business Center. Customized Training for area industry is also available.

Adult Continuing Education classes are offered both on and off campus, and during both day and evening. Classes may be offered in other locations where suitable facilities are made available, to include workplace sites.

James Sprunt Community College will establish appropriate classes where needs arise in cooperation with local officials at any suitable location in Duplin County.

When a class is established, the most qualified teachers available will be employed by the college to teach the class. The instructor will also be a liaison between the students, the appropriate division Dean, and the Associate Vice President of Continuing Education in the operation and upgrading of the class offerings.

Announcements concerning dates and times of classes will be made as classes are established. Announcements are usually made through the local newspapers, the James Sprunt Community College Website, social media, as well as through the James Sprunt Community College Newsletter published each semester. James Sprunt Community College reserves the right to limit class enrollment and, when necessary, to cancel any class due to insufficient enrollment. Preregistration is required for all Occupational Extension and HRD classes.

At least (6) persons must enroll to begin a class. If the average attendance of the class falls below six (6) at any time, the Associate Vice President of Continuing Education shall have the option of discontinuing the class. If a need arises for a class in your area, call Continuing Education, James Sprunt Community College, telephone (910) 275-6160.

Eligibility

To enroll in courses offered in Continuing Education, a person must be at least eighteen (18) years of age. Persons between the ages of 16 and 18 and still attending high school (including home schooling), may enroll.

Academic Credit

Classes/courses offered through Continuing Education are non-credit. Continuing Education Units (CEU’s) may be awarded to students who successfully complete certain occupational extension programs. One CEU is equivalent to ten (10) clock hours of instruction.

When Courses Will Begin

An approved course may be started at any time. The time and dates of registration for courses generally will be announced separately in the semester schedules, advertised in local newspapers, on the JSCC website and other public and social media.

Registration

Students must register and pay all associated fees prior to the class start date. Registration forms can be found on the JSCC website or by visiting the Continuing Education office. For additional information, call (910) 275-6160.

Attendance

Students are encouraged to attend all classes. In order for a student to be eligible for a Certificate of Completion/Achievement, he/she must attend at least 80 percent of the classes as well as successfully complete the prescribed course work. Some specialty classes may have more strict attendance requirements. This applies to those classes that have clinical hours included in the total hours of the class.