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Stanly Community College offers a two-year degree inComputer Engineering Technology (CET). This curriculumprovides the skills required to install, service, and maintaincomputers, peripherals, wired and wireless networks, andmicroprocessor and computer controlled equipment.

Course work includes mathematics, physics, electronics,digital circuits, and programming, with emphasis on theoperation, use, and interfacing of memory and devices to the CPU. Additional topics may include communica-tions, networks, operating systems, programminglanguages, Internet configuration and design, andindustrial applications.

Graduates should qualify for employment opportunitiesin electronics technology, computer service, computernetworks, server maintenance, programming, and otherareas requiring knowledge of electronic and computersystems. Graduates may also qualify for certification inelectronics, computers, or networks.

For more information contact Dan Parmer, Associate Dean and Program Head for ComputerEngineering Technology at (704) 991-0245 ordparmer5112@stanly.edu.

Upon completion you should be able to:• Demonstrate an understanding of basic electronic components,

semiconductor devices, and digital integrated circuits in variouselectronic systems.

• Use basic test equipment and measuring instruments introubleshooting equipment.

• Show an understanding of the installation and support of LocalArea Network systems.

• Troubleshoot, upgrade, and repair personal computers and peripheral devices.

• Establish a proficient comprehension of Windows operating systems for the purpose of technical support and repair/upgrade of personal computers.

• Apply the concepts of data recovery and disk wiping.

• Demonstrate a working knowledge of computing concepts,components, and basic office applications.

• Pass industry certifications related to the current operatingsystems and networking technologies.

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STANLY COMMUNITY COLLEGE BOARD OF TRUSTEESNadine Barbee BowersLisa BurrisDr. W. Davis FortBanks GarrisonThomas D. HawkinsJann LowderShirley Diffee LowderJames E. NanceWilliam N. RigsbeeDaisy Watkins WashingtonDr. H.T. Webb, Jr.Elbert L. Whitley, Jr.Alisha Chandler, President,

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EXECUTIVE STAFFDr. Michael R. Taylor, PresidentDr. Tanya Davis, Vice President of Continuing Education and

Crutchfield Education CenterJim Hillier, Chief Technology OfficerRobin McCree, Executive Vice President of

Students and Academic AffairsBecky Wall, Chief Financial Officer

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A Message from the President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Become a Personal Trainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

SBC Director Completes Rural Leadership Institute . . . . .3

Achieve Higher Success - . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Computer Information Technology

Student Success – Fevelyn Garmon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Paying for Your Education - Financial Aid . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Human Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Carolina Auction Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Student Success – Jonathan Couick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Electronics Engineering Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Tips to Reduce Your Electric Bill This Winter . . . . . . . . . .8

HVAC Training - Become a Professional . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Foreign Student Journeys to Albemarle . . . . . . . . . . . . .10for Biomedical Equipment Technology

In Celebration of the Metrolina Theatre Awards . . . . . . . .11

Information Systems Security and Networking Technology . .12

IT Instructor Judges WorldSkills Competition . . . . . . . . .13

Medical Laboratory Technicians . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Student Success – Kathy Zimmerman . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Student Success – Ashley Ford . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Student Success – Erica McClellan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

The Next Generation of Welders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Stanly Early College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Student Success – Ashley Constantine . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Student Success – Carl Rogers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Student Success – Kenneth Chambers . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

SCC PBL Celebrates Its Highest National Parliamentary Award .18

Storm Technologies Receives 2009 Governor’s Award . . . .20

University Transfer: Online or On Campus . . . . . . . . . . .21

Student Success – Dale Troxler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Student Success – BJ Parker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Stanly Community College A to Z . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

JobsNOW: Get the Training You Need . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Stanly Online . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

A Message from the President

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When StanlyCommunity Collegecreated the HeavyEquipment (HVEQ)Operations programthis past year, it wasdesigned to meet alocal and regionalneed of providinghigh skilled labor inan expanding jobmarket. That is alsothe hope of twostudents, Tim Comerand RandyHuneycutt, bothStanly Countyresidents enrolled inSCC’s first HVEQclass.

Comer and Huneycutt join nineteen other students who are enrolled inthe six-month, 680-hour program. The program is designed to providestudents with entry level trade knowledge and technical skills in thearea of heavy equipment operations.

Both of the new students took similar paths to end up as classmates.Comer, a South Stanly High School graduate, had been at Phillip Morrisin Concord for 13 years and assumed he was set for the rest of hisworking life at the cigarette manufacturer. With a good salary andbenefits, Comer enjoyed his job and a lay-off was the last thing on hismind. He, like others at the large Cabarrus County plant had heardrumors about the Phillip Morris business, but most of those stories werethat another plant might close, not the one in Concord. But, in thesummer of 2008 Comer, like hundreds of other workers, found outdifferently. It was the Concord plant that was closing.

Comer, had a chance like other workers to move to Richmond for a jobwith the company but he chose to stay in Stanly County. At a time whenhe thought he had job security, suddenly this Stanly County native wasforced to look for another career. Thanks to a training assistancepackage from Phillip Morris, Comer enrolled in SCC’s first HVEQ class.

Huneycutt’s path to the first HVEQ class was somewhat different, butstill basically the same. An Albemarle High graduate, Huneycutt didattend SCC some after high school but primarily went to work; the last12 at NORANDAL in Salisbury. He eventually left that work when hiswife opened a business in the county, but he adds that if he had stayed,he would have been laid-off as that company had a rollback shortlyafter he left. “I like working outdoors and enjoy operating equipment.This program was a natural,” he explains.

Comer also had some familiarity with heavy equipment. He is a memberof the NC Air National Guard and has worked on heavy equipment butwas not an operator. The transition from the manufacturing floor to theclassroom has been a challenge, but one both students are doing well.“I had not been in the classroom since 1977 when I graduated fromhigh school. But, I know the long hours of work will pay off with a goodjob,” Comer explains.

Both also note that the course is a little more in-depth than theyoriginally thought. But, that is a good sign as well, they admit. “I thinkthat when companies see how in-depth this program is, with bothclassroom and hands-on experience, they will be impressed and thatwill help all of as we apply for jobs,” Huneycutt explains.

The SCC program includes classroom work, skill development on state-of-the-art computer generated simulators, along with actual seat timeon a variety of heavy equipment machines on the college’s new 15-acretraining site located north of the Snyder Building. Classroom instructionand practical application focus on construction and industry safety,hand and power tools, equipment controls and techniques, constructionmath, site materials, basic computer skills, as well as fundamentals ofCivil Engineering and drawings.

The SCC program uses accredited curriculum materials supplied by theNational Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) andis one of only two similar programs in the NC community collegesystem.

Initial funding for the SCC Heavy Equipment Operations Program wasprovided through two grants from the Golden LEAF Foundation. Thefirst grant of $100,000 was utilized to purchase (5) CAT Virtual TrainingSimulator units, a mobile simulation lab unit, and associated trainingmaterials. The second grant of $165,000 provided for the purchase ofseveral pieces of heavy equipment, including a backhoe/loader, utilitytractor, small dozer, and a dump truck.

At the college, we could not have offered this program without thefinancial support of Golden Leaf. Simply stated, there is no HVEQprogram at SCC without those two grants and the support of severalpartners in the industry including Carolina CAT, JT Russell & Sons, Inc.and BRS, Inc.

The next class is set to begin August 2010. For more information,contact Ed Gann at, 704.991.0318 or gann9744@stanly.edu.

Dr. Michael R. TaylorStanly Community College

Dr. Michael R. Taylor

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Get Active – Get Healthy – Get Certified!Become a Personal Trainer.

Spring 2010

Stanly Community College will offer the American Council on Exercise(ACE) Personal Trainer course, beginning February 1, 2010. This compre-hensive course will focus on preparing students for work in the areas ofhealth and fitness, with emphasis on working as a personal trainer.Successful students may gain employment in YMCAs, gyms, fitnesscenters, or wellness programs. The ACE Personal Trainer course isdesigned to provide students with the information necessary tounderstand and apply the important concepts required for taking andpassing the ACE Personal Trainer Exam.

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, “Aging baby boomers areconcerned with staying healthy, physically fit, and independent.Moreover, the reduction of physical education programs in schools,combined with parents growing concern about childhood obesity, hasresulted in rapid increases in children’s health club membership.Increasingly, parents are also hiring personal trainers for their children,and the number of weight-training gyms for children is expected tocontinue to grow. Health club membership among young adults has also grown steadily, driven by concern with physical fitness and by rising incomes.” 1

“If you are looking to get involved in the fitness field, be it personaltraining, nutrition, aerobic instructor, etc., there is no better or morerecognized certification program than the American Council on Exercise.It is recognized world-wide and beneficial when walking into a place ofemployment and having that certification to your credit,” notes FrankieSchooley, SCC Personal Trainer Instructor.

The Ace Personal Trainer course will explore topics such as: ExercisePhysiology, Human Anatomy, Biomechanics & Applied Kinesiology,Nutrition, Health Screening, Testing & Evaluation, Cardio-respiratoryFitness & Exercise, Muscular Strength & Endurance, Strength Training

Program Design,Flexibility,MusculoskeletalInjuries, EmergencyProcedures, and much more.

The Personal Trainercourse will be fromFebruary 1 - May 10,2010, on Mondays from 6:30 p.m. - 9:00p.m. at Golds Gym inAlbemarle. Registrationbegins after November 9, 2009.

For more informationon the ACE PersonalTrainer course,contact Rita Phillips,ContinuingEducation, Directorof Occupational Education and Protective Services at (704) 991-0367 or visit our website at www.stanly.edu for more details andregistration information.

Frankie Schooley, SCC Personal Trainer Instructor, has a BS inRecreational Programming. She has earned cerifications in ACE, AILT,Yoga, Pilates, Cycling, and Kickboxing. 1Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook,2008-09 Edition, Fitness Workers, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos296.htm

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SBC Director Completes Rural Leadership InstituteKathy Almond, Director for the Small Business Center at StanlyCommunity College, recently graduated from the Rural EconomicDevelopment Institute, after an intensive, three-month leadershiptraining program.

Sponsored annually by the Rural Center, the institute offers an opportu-nity for leaders in business, government, economic development, civicgroups and grassroots organizations to broaden their understanding ofrural community and economic development and to hone their personalleadership skills. Participants attend three sessions over the course ofthree months.

The N.C. Rural Economic Development Center is a private, nonprofitorganization whose mission is to develop sound economic strategiesthat improve the quality of life in rural North Carolina, with a specialfocus on individuals with low to moderate incomes and communitieswith limited resources. The center operates a multifaceted program that

includes conducting researchinto rural issues; testingpromising rural developmentstrategies; advocating forpolicy and program innova-tions; and building theproductive capacity of ruralleaders, entrepreneurs andcommunity organizations.

Leadership graduate KathyAlmond is the director of the

Small Business Center at Stanly Community College. She

participates in the Stanly CountyChamber of Commerce, and

various business and communitynon-profit organizations. She is a

native of Mount Gilead.

Frankie (right) instructs client Penny Simpson onstrength training and proper form during a work-outsession at Gold’s Gym in Albemarle.

Achieve Higher Success - Computer Information Technology (CIT)

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Options: CIT Degree, CIT or Office ProfessionalDiploma, Certificates

The demand for IT specialists is growing fast. As technology becomes abigger part of doing everyday business, more computer-related jobs willbe essential. Employers look for people who not only have technicalskills, but who can also listen, solve problems, and get along with theirco-workers.

Stanly Community College’s Computer Information Technologycurriculum is designed to prepare graduates for employment withorganizations that use computers to process, manage, and communi-cate information. This is a flexible curriculum that can be customized tomeet community information systems needs.

Course work will develop a student’s ability to communicate complextechnical issues related to computer hardware, software, and networksin a manner that computer users can understand. Classes covercomputer operations and terminology, operating systems, database,networking, security, and technical support.

Graduates should qualify for employment in entry-level positions withbusinesses, educational systems, and governmental agencies, which relyon computer systems to manage information. Graduates should beprepared to sit for industry-recognized certification exams.

The Computer Information Technology curriculum also offers one-yeardiplomas in CIT and Office Professional track, as well as certificates forOffice Professional and/or Microsoft Applications (Office 2007). Manycourses are offered online for your convenience.

For more information, contact: Rita Chrane, Associate Dean,Computer Technologies, at 704.982.0291, orrchrane7420@stanly.edu, or visit our website at www.stanly.edu.

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“From day one, I was impressed by the instruc-tors. They were there to make sure you learned.The instructors at SCC go beyond the call ofduty – they care!”

SCC Information Systems graduate Fevelyn Garmon explains,“Enrolling at SCC is one of the best decisions you could ever make.Not only is the faculty qualified to instruct, they care.” College lifehasn’t always been easy for Fevelyn. “The hardest part was to makesure that my decision to pursue a degree did not affect my role as amother and wife. All my studying was done late at night, sometimesuntil early morning. And, of course, being out of school for the last 27years didn’t make it any easier either,” she adds.

Within a few months after obtaining her Office Professional diploma,and before she earned her Associate in Applied Science degree, shewas hired as audit support by Tax Management Associates, Inc.,(TMA), where she is currently employed as the NCCoordinator/Support Manager. “I love what I do! Each day brings ona different challenge,” remarked Fevelyn. “I’m constantly trying tofind ways to work smarter and not harder.

Having a degree in Information Systems, now known as ComputerInformation Technology, is very beneficial,” adds Fevelyn. “All thehard work, long study hours, and sacrifices were not in vain. Being a‘professional’ is a good feeling!” Ms. Garmon was a model studentwhile attending SCC. She received the Outstanding Student Award,Academic Excellence Award, and graduated with a 3.94 GPA. “Iwould like to thank Mrs. Rita Chrane for her guidance and support.She is the best among the best,” notes Fevelyn.

Fevelyn Garmon

Paying for Your Education - Financial Aid

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Prospective and current students interested in attending SCC in Fall 2010(classes beginning on August 16, 2010) are strongly encouraged tocomplete the 2010-2011 FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) assoon as possible to insure that monies are in place to possibly cover tuition,fees and books.

The 2010-2011 FAFSA is available online effective January 1, 2010 atwww.fafsa.ed.gov.

The FAFSA is the federal application for the Pell grant with annual awardsranging up to $8,025. By completing the FAFSA students automaticallymake application for additional federal and state grants while alsoincreasing eligibility for institutional scholarships.

The SCC Financial Aid staff is committed to providing a high level ofcustomer service to students, and to date have awarded more than two-million dollars in financial aid to current enrolled students. The Financial Aidstaff is happy to help those completing the FAFSA worksheet, and havecomputers available to help students with online data entry, and answerany questions or concerns. We can be reach at 704.991.0302 or via emailat www.fianancialaid@stanly.edu.

Priority Deadlines for Fall 2010 Financial Aid are as follows:

March 15, 2010 FAFSA submitted for priority consideration for state grants

April 15, 2010 Stanly Community College ScholarshipApplication (available online atwww.stanly.edu )

August 6, 2010 SCC requested documentation**

**Documentation received after deadline will be placed on hold and students are encouragedto set up a payment plan or pay out of pocket while awaiting completion of their financial aid.

The 2009-2010 FAFSA is currently available for those students who areconsidering enrollment in the Spring 2010 and Summer 2010 semesters.

Human Services, the fastest growing jobs in NCDid you know the fastest growing jobs are in the Human ServicesIndustry? According to CareerChoices, North Carolina’s primaryemployment growth, over the next several years, will be in theservice-providing industries. Social and Human Service Assistantsranked second in annual growth for the twenty-four fastestgrowing jobs—with more than 900 job openings a year. OtherHuman Services occupations that ranked in the top of the list were:Mental Health Counselors, Mental Health and Substance AbuseSocial Workers, Substance Abuse and Behavioral DisorderCounselors, Marriage and Family Therapists, Psychiatric Aides,Medical and Public Health Social Workers, and Social andCommunity Service Managers.1

If you have a talent for counseling, mentoring, or helping with amental health or substance use disorder, then the Human Servicesfield may be right for you. Stanly Community College’s HumanServices Technology curriculum prepares students for entry-levelpositions in institutions and agencies that provide social,community, and educational services. Along with core courses, studentstake courses that prepare them for specialization in specific human serviceareas.

Students will take courses from a variety of disciplines. Emphasis in corecourses is placed on development of relevant knowledge, skills, andattitudes in human services. Fieldwork experience will provide opportuni-ties for application of knowledge and skills learned in the classroom.

Graduates should qualify for positions in mental health, child care, familyservices, social services, rehabilitation, correction, and educationalagencies. Graduates choosing to continue their education may select froma variety of transfer programs at senior public and private institutions.

For more information, contact Scott Smith, Program Head forHuman Services at 704.991.0338 or visit our website atwww.stanly.edu.1CareerChoices in North Carolina, Helping Careers Grow for 25 Years, (Number 25, 2009-2010) page 8.

Carolina Auction Academy

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The auction method of marketing is still making a difference in theUnited States. Auctions are an excellent example of thinking “green”because auctions help recycle items, and it’s a time-tested way to helpgoods change hands. Auctioneers in the United States as well as foreigncountries are selling everything—commercial and residential realestate, collector cars, fine art, jewelry, household items, antiques—youname it, and it can be sold at an auction.

You can become a professional auctioneer through the Carolina AuctionAcademy. The academy is accredited by NCALB—North CarolinaAuctioneer Licensing Board and South Carolina Auctioneer Commissionand is committed to providing you with professional instruc-tors and a variety of opportunities to prepare you to take thestate exam and enter the auction profession.

Local graduates of Carolina Auction Academy(CAA) are having an impact on the region. For the second year in a row, the winner of the N.C.Rookie Championship is a graduate of CarolinaAuction Academy. This year’s winner is JonathanCouick of Monroe, N.C. Jonathan is a fire Captainin Charlotte, owns Iron Country Fitness Center withhis wife Sonya and Iron Country Auction Company.Last year’s winner was Tom Burke of Charlotte, N.C., arealtor and auctioneer. These champions were judged onan interview by a panel of five, product knowledge, bidcalling skill, and their stage presence. Both of thesegentlemen are great business men and promoters of theauction method of marketing. Both have been key participantsin community benefit auctions as well.

Misti Bostic from Midland, N.C., jumped right in after gradua-tion and opened an auction barn in Concord. Bostic Auctions is afamily affair where mom and dad work for their daughter. HerFriday night auctions attract folks throughout the region. DougRevels, from Monroe, landed a job with a live stockyard as soon as he graduated, and has partneredwith a friend to help with real estate auctions. Philand Jonnie McBryde added retail to their auctionlicense and now have a booth at the stateconventions selling items of interest toauctioneers and auction lovers.

Graduates are also networking with priorstudents in entrepreneurial efforts.Husband and wife teams, Will andDiane Albritton of Mineral Springswork with fellow graduates to creatediversity in the styles of auctions theyprovide at Black Hat Auction. Jamesand Sandra Allen, owners ofToday’s Real Estate & Auction

Company in Charlotte are now a true full-service real estate andauction firm. Billy Taylor started a walking auction on Tuesday nights inAlbemarle and is now opening an auction barn in Gold Hill. CharlesSean and Jeff Hamilton found their niche and have experienced reallyneat opportunities. Ana Mantilla, originally from Peru, adds the flavorof being bilingual and hopes to work with the Latino population to helpthem appreciate auctions. These are just a few of the success stories,and as you can see some students remain in Stanly County, while othersare represented across the state and in S.C.

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Training Auctioneers Across the Region

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CAA Instructors are also making an impact. KevinWinchester of Indian Trail, N.C., authored a collection ofshort stories, Everybody’s Gotta Eat, Main Street RagPublishing, Charlotte, and is currently on a book signingtour. He is still teaching at Wingate University and keepingup with his musical interests. Eli Detweiler, Jr., runner upInternational Champion, continues his contesting to keephis skills sharp. Recently, Betty O’Neal was inducted intothe Auctioneer Hall of Fame, making her and fellowinstructor Bill O’Neal (2005 Hall of Fame inductee) the

first husband andwife inducted in

N.C. All eightof the SCCinstructorsare wellknown intheir field and

eager to helpnew auctioneers.

As you can see, Carolina AuctionAcademy offers a quality education, is a great

networking opportunity, and is proud to be accreditedin both North and South Carolina.

While the majority of the students obtain theirauctioneer license and go to work either full or part time, some have enjoyed classes to become moreknowledgeable of the auction method, while others try to improve on their confidence and public speakingskills. Joe Jackson of Concord, NC, has sentfour of his employees to the school after hegraduated. Joe said he has taken manycourses as an appraiser, realtor, and investor,but CAA’s course was the best and most funof any of them.

Betty O’Neal, CAA Instructor, says that themost exciting events are when she and Billattend a student's first auction. Betty notes,“It is great to see the students apply whatthey have learned.”

For more information about CarolinaAuction Academy, contact Betty O’Nealat 704-991-0200 or Terri Dunlap at 704-991-0257. You may also visit ourwebsite at www.stanly.edu. The nextclass begins February 2, 2010 and islimited to twenty people.

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“At six-years old I was attending auctions with my dad—I knew then that I wanted to become an auctioneer!”

Jonathan Couick, recent CarolinaAuction Academy graduate, knowsall too well what it takes to be anauctioneer. As the owner of IronCountry Auction Company inMonroe, he has a passion for thebusiness. Jonathan says he is proudto have earned his training throughCarolina Auction Academy. “I haveliterally taken thousands of hours ofcontinuing education courses in thelast 20-years, but none have beenmore rewarding and memorable asthe auction course at CAA, thanks toBetty and Bill O’Neal,” explainsJonathan. “The most challengingpart of the program was learning thelaws that apply to our industry. But, the instructors are the best in their respectedfields. The O’Neals’ were willing to share their real-world experiences, including thegood and bad. The math instructors helped me understand percentages for the firsttime in 20-years! I would tell anyone interested in going to CAA to remember theend result you desire, even when some of the classes are tough or boring!”

(next class begins February 2, 2010)

Electronics Engineering TechnologyWhy choose EET?

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Many students face the difficultdecision of which college degreeprogram they should pursue. Itoo faced this decision somethirty years ago upon enteringthe United States Coast Guard.The recruiter told me I qualifiedfor every Coast Guard schooland asked which one I wouldlike to attend. I replied, “Whichschool is the most difficult?” Hestated the ElectronicsEngineering school was by farthe most difficult. I gladlyaccepted the challenge and tothis day have never regrettedthat decision.

The Electronics Engineering fieldhas many challenges and is thefather of many different technology programs. Yes, we learn algebra,trigonometry, physics, and how those little electrons do large amounts ofwork for us humans. The electives in the EET program speak forthemselves. They include Programmable Logic Controllers, ComputerUpgrade & Repair, Basic Wiring, National Electrical Code, TelecomCabling, Motors and Controls, Lasers and Imaging, Industrial Safety, DataCommunications & Networking, Home Technology Integration, Co-opWork Experience, and Electronics Application Projects. Students have theunique opportunity to focus their degree in many areas and are wellprepared to seek higher education.

The job market for graduating EET students is exceptionally good and willonly grow in the future. It’s a fact that if it plugs into the wall socket,someone has to eventually fix it. I have placed students in high payingjob fields such as power and utility, fire alarm and security, telecommuni-cations, cable, electrical, research and development, programming, andmanufacturing. The fire alarm and security industry has grown tremen-

dously since 9-11. The implementation of “green” programs is causing anexplosion in the alternative energy manufacturing industry. The demandfor EET graduates has never been greater.

Each year in August we run the Jim Wentz Manufacturing Camp at SCC.The camp is dedicated to the late Jim Wentz, who was the IndustrialTechnology Program Head at SCC. We introduce rising eighth-gradersfrom Stanly County to the world of manufacturing and electronics. It’struly amazing to see how fast the students learn design and technologyskills. It is imperative we challenge these students to meet the demandsof future technology. A quality education is vital for their success inmeeting the economic challenges they face.

For more information about the Electronics EngineeringTechnology Program contact Chuck Safrit at 704-991-0353 orcsafrit7634@stanly.edu.

Tips To Reduce Your Electric Bill This WinterThe winter months are here and rising energy costs have ussearching for ways to stretch our hard-earned dollars. Here aresome simple tips for reducing your electric bill to save you money!

1. Proper maintenance will help your heating unit run more efficiently.Electric and oil heaters should get professional attention at least once ayear and gas heaters every other year. Proper routine maintenancekeeps your heating unit efficient and can save you money.

2. Lower your thermostat and learn to love socks. By lowering yourthermostat by just one degree, you can reduce your energy use by atleast 3%. So rather than turning up your heat, grab a sweater or ablanket and bundle up.

3. Make use of natural light. The sun helps to heat the house, so duringthe day open the blinks and let the sun shine in! But, remember to closethem at night to keep the heat from escaping out of the windows.

4. Check the filters! No matter what kind of filter you need, keep itclean and clear to save you money.

5. Ho! Ho! Bah! Humbug! Six-hours is plenty of time to have yourholiday lights on. Turn them on at sunset, and turn them off before bed.

8. Turn down your water heater. By lowering your water heater’stemperature from 140 to 120 degrees, you can really cut costs, andhardly notice a difference.

During the first week in August, middle school students arrived at the Whitley Technology Center on the Stanly CommunityCollege (SCC) campus for the Jim Wentz Manufacturing Camp. The camp’s focus is to introduce students to the integration oftechnology and manufacturing and the positive economic impact on the local and national level. Samantha Collins (right) andBreanne Storms (left) both received the “Top Gun” award while attending this year’s Jim Wentz Manufacturing Camp.

HVAC Training – Become a Professional

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When you don’t keep your heating,ventilation and air-conditioning(HVAC) equipment in top-notchshape, then you need to beprepared to break out your piggy-bank. Leaky ductwork, cloggedfilters, faulty thermostats, sootyflues and unlubricated fan motors(just to name a few) can add toreduced heating and coolingefficiency. Some of these mainte-nance tasks are easy to tackle,while others require a trainedHVAC professional.

Stanly Community College nowoffers a training program that willprovide students entry level tradeknowledge and technical abilitiesin the area of HVAC industry skills.Heating and Air Conditioningworkers are always in demand tosupport residential, commercialand industrial ventilation systems.Excellent employment opportunities exist for technically prepared workers in all aspects of HVAC and related facility systems maintenance.

Students will learn:

• HVAC industry math

• Installation & diagnostic tools

• Equipment safety requirements

• Basic air conditioning principles and HVAC terminology

• Refrigerants and HVAC code fundamentals

• Introduction to HVAC service procedures

• Career and employability skills

This is a JobsNOW “12 in 6” initiative and financial assistance may beavailable for unemployed individuals – contact the Employment SecurityCommission JobLink Career Center at 704-982-2183 for information.

For more information call 704-991-0175 or visit our website atwww.stanly.edu.

JobsNOW “12 in 6” is a collaborative effort between the North CarolinaDepartment of Commerce, Division of Workforce Development,Centralina Workforce Development Board, and the North CarolinaCommunity College System. This initiative is subsidized under theWorkforce Investment Act through funds by the American Recovery andReinvestment Act of 2009.

Foreign Student Journeys to Albemarle…

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Meet Higinio P. Almenario, Jr.—we like to call him “Gin” forshort. Gin is currently studyingfor his Biomedical EquipmentTechnology degree (BMET) atSCC. As an Electronics Engineer,and a faculty member inElectronics andCommunications Engineeringat Eastern Visayas StateUniversity, Tacloban City—Leyte Philippines, Gin wasthrilled to be able to studyabroad.“As a faculty member at theUniversity, we get the opportu-nity to participate in seminarsand training from time to time,especially in the ElectronicsEngineering field. We impartthis knowledge to the studentsthrough class lectures andlaboratory whenever it’sapplicable to the course we’reteaching,” explains Gin.

Gin says it’s a challenge beinga student again; he feels like heis starting over having to doclassroom assignments,homework and preparing forexams. However, he plans to goback to the University andincorporate BiomedicalTechnology into the ElectronicsEngineering degree programas a ranking field; meaning the first two-years of the five-year ElectronicsEngineering degree will be an Associate Degree in BiomedicalTechnology, leading to a Bachelors Degree in Electronics andCommunications Engineering.

Sonny Richards, Biomedical Equipment Technology Program Head notes,“It’s such a pleasure teaching Gin about BMET and helping him discoverwhat others only dream of. SCC is dedicated to providing students withthe tools and opportunities to become globally-minded, responsibleleaders. We hope that he takes full advantage of the opportunities thatSCC and Stanly County have to offer.”

Gin explains that his sponsor from “Worlds Apart One-heart Foundation”found a college near where they live (Greensboro, NC) that offered theBiomedical Technology degree. Since his sponsor works at Moses Conehospital, they asked their Biomedical Technician where he got his BMETdegree—who pointed him to SCC.

Officials from Eastern Visayas State University visited the Albemarlecampus in May 2009 and soon formed an educational partnership withSCC. Feeling a bit frustrated that the institution that sent him to thestates to learn this new technology lacked the financial support for him,he was able to secure funding by SCC President Dr. Taylor and Collegeofficials, “my tuition fee has been waived for my entire study here—I amso very thankful for that,” said Gin.

Gin tells us that SCC’s BMET degree is very different from the BMETdegree one would earn in the Philippines. “I only know of one collegethat offers Biomedical Technician Training and they don’t offer theAssociate Degree yet, only a training course. Most of the instructors that Iknow are trained by Biomedical Technician professionals sponsored byRotary Club International through the International Aide project,”remarked Gin. “It’s very unusual when someone from the Philippines hasfinished a degree in the USA, particularly at Stanly Community College, awell-known reputable institution. The training and skills learned here are

Gin (left) watches as Sonny Richards, Biomedical Equipment Program Head, demonstrates the use of a physiological simulator thatoperates the monitor sitting on top of the anesthesia machine.

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way beyond any standard institution that we currently have.”

Gin finds classes difficult because he has to adjust to a different timefactor, a new environment, and language-speeds during any givenconversation (his English is good, but not perfect). He also explains thathe spends way too much time cooking and preparing food. “Since I don’thave any money to buy food in cafeterias or fast-food restaurants, I haveto cook my food. Preparing breakfast, packing a lunch, cooking dinner,and washing plenty of dishes and clothes does not leave much time tostudy,” remarked Gin.

Gin notes that our campus is totally different from EVSU. “SCC’s campusis very clean—the buildings, surroundings, and amenities are wellmaintained, plus the buildings have centralized air-conditioning! The

Laboratory classrooms are conducive for learning both theoretical andtechnical skill development, each is equipped with LDP projectors forlectures, the latest quad-processor computers, and LCD monitors withinternet connection for research. The online access includes a syllabus,lecture notes, discussion board, assignments and exams. Also, SCC haswireless internet throughout campus!”Gin says that he likes so many things about Albemarle, “I love nature andAlbemarle is so beautiful, and so are the people here. The serenity ofnature echoes through the hearts and minds of the people. It's a Citywhere nature is in unison with the people,” states Gin. “Unlike at home,big trees can't be near the houses because of typhoons that endangerthe lives of the people nearby. The Philippines are located near the PacificOcean, so typhoons are quite common,” adds Gin. I feel so fortunate tobe a part of SCC and have this opportunity.”

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The Biomedical Equipment Technology curriculum prepares individualsto install, operate, troubleshoot, and repair sophisticated devices andinstrumentation used in the health care delivery system. Emphasis isplaced on preventive and safety inspections to ensure biomedicalequipment meets local and national safety standards.

Course work provides a strong foundation in mathematics, physics,electronics, chemistry, anatomy, physiology, and troubleshootingtechniques. People skills are very important, as well as the ability tocommunicate both in written and oral form. A biomedical equipmenttechnician is a problem solver.

Graduates should qualify for employment opportunities in hospitals,clinics, clinical laboratories, shared service organizations, and manufac-turers’ field service. With an A.A.S. degree and two years of experience,an individual should be able to become a certified BiomedicalEquipment Technician.

For more information on Biomedical Equipment Technology,contact Program Head Sonny Richards, at 704.991.0277 or visitus at our website at www.stanly.edu.

On Sunday, September 20, 2009, the Metrolina Theatre Association heldtheir 6th annual awards ceremony. The Metrolina Theatre Association(MTA) is a large association of theatres in the Charlotte area. Their missionstatement is: “The Metrolina Theatre Association will advance memberparticipation through technological innovation, will strengthen artsawareness in the community by creating new ways to engage the public,and be a strong advocate of the performing arts.” They recently celebratedtheir 25th year.

MTA Awards are given to more than 85-people in categories such as:Outstanding Production, Outstanding Direction, Outstanding Lead ActorMale and Female, Outstanding Supporting Actor Male and Female,Outstanding Set Design, Outstanding Sound Design and many more. TheMTA awards are divided into seven categories: College/University, Comedy,Drama, Musical, Regional-North, Regional-South, and Special Event. TheMTA covers both professional and community theatres.

At the most recent awards ceremony, the Uwharrie Players werenominated for fourteen Regional-South awards, and won the following:• Outstanding Sound Design James Cotton and Skeet Ayscue for “Of

Mice & Men”

• Outstanding Set Design MarkStephenson and Craig Kolkebeck for“Of Mice & Men”

• Outstanding Cameo Steve Coats forSlim in “Of Mice & Men”

• Outstanding Music Direction VirgieTaylor for “Sound of Music”

“I am thrilled to accept this award for thesound design for “Of Mice & Men”. It’snice for the Uwharrie Players to finally berecognized regionally for the quality workthey have been doing for the past 34-years. I hope more people in Albemarlecan see how great their theatre is inStanly County. An excellent theatre thatputs on shows of similar quality to whatyou would see in Charlotte. I’m veryproud of our show and the UwharriePlayers,” noted James Cotton.

In Celebration of the Metrolina Theatre Awards

James Cotton, NCVIP/ OnlineCoordinator for StanlyCommunity College, wonOutstanding Sound Design forThe Uwharrie Players productionof “Of Mice & Men”.

Information Systems Security andNetworking Technology

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Information Systems Security (ISS) and Networking Technology are twogrowing fields that companies rely heavily on for expertise. At StanlyCommunity College, students can earn their Associate in Applied Sciencedegree in both of these fields, completely online.

Nowadays, it seems like everywhere you turn, disturbing headlines fill thenewspapers, internet, and television stations, alerting us of the latestmalicious computer mischief—“Massive phishing scheme affects MicrosoftHotmail account”, or “Government anti-leak document leaked,” or“Facebook Applications Used for Phishing.1” Computer hackers, Trojanhorses, phishing—it’s enough to keep you from ever wanting to boot-upyour computer again!

Consumers want to be assured that IT professionals can solve any securityproblem, whether the threat is computer viruses or code vulnerabilities. AtStanly Community College we instruct individuals on computer securitypolicies, procedures, configuring an operating system for secure communi-cations, and all the latest measures to end computer hackers. Our labs areequipped with the latest state-of-the-art technology.

So, if you have a knack for computers, or take pleasure in catching internethackers, the Information Systems Security or Networking Technologydegrees may be just right for you!

Information Systems Security covers a broad expanse of technologyconcepts. SCC’s curriculum provides individuals with the skillsrequired to implement effective and comprehensive informa-tion security controls.

Course work includes networking technologies,operating systems administration, information policy,intrusion detection, security administration, attack method-ology, and industry best practices to protect data communications.

Graduates should be prepared for employment as security administrators.Additionally, they will acquire the skills that allow them to pursue securitycertifications. SCC also offers a certificate in ISS Computer Forensics.

For more information, contact Kelly Caudle, Program Head, at704.991.0346 or visit our website at www.stanly.edu.

SCC’s Networking Technology curriculum prepares individuals for employ-ment supporting network infrastructure environments. Students will learnhow to use technologies to provide reliable transmission and delivery ofdata, voice, image, and video communications in business, industry, andeducation.

Course work includes design, installation, configuration, and managementof network infrastructure technologies and network operating systems.Emphasis is placed on the implementation and management of networksoftware and the implementation and management of hardware such asswitches and routers.

Graduates may find employment in entry-level jobs as local area networkmanagers, network operators, network analysts, and network technicians.Graduates may also be qualified to take certification examinations forvarious network industry certifications, depending on their local program.SCC also offers certificates in Microsoft and Cisco Technologies.

For more information contact Kelly Caudle, Program Head, at704.991.0346 or visit our website at www.stanly.edu.

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1 Governmentsecurity.org, Network Security Resources, (October 6, 2009).

GET CERTIFIED Certificates unlock doors in today’s job market! Our degree programswill provide you with enough knowledge to prepare you for thefollowing certifications:

CompTia Security + • CompTia NET +

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

Microsoft Certified Professional MCP • Certified Firewall Specialist

Certified Network Security Specialist • ISS Computer Forensics Certificate

Stanly Community College hosts a Sylvan Prometric/Vue Testingcenter for all your certification exams. The testing center is located inthe Whitley Technology Building on the Albemarle campus.

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Being a national judge atSkillsUSA competitions isnothing new for Kelly Caudle,Program Head for InformationSystems Security at StanlyCommunity College (SCC). But,to judge at an InternationalWorldwide event such asWorldSkills Calgary 2009 isquite an honor. This spectacularcompetition, consisting of 51countries and regions, was heldin the vibrant city of Calgary-Alberta, Canada this pastSeptember.

Over 900-participants competedin 45-skill categories for thechance to earn gold, silver orbronze medals. This intensecontest promotes excellence andencourages global competencystandards within the skill, trade,and technology industries. TheWorldSkills Competition drawshundreds of thousands ofvisitors including industryleaders, educators, delegates,and technical experts fromaround the world.

Mr. Caudle judged in the areaof Information andCommunication Technology which includes IT/Software Applications,Web Design, IT/PC Network Support, Information Network Cabling andOffset Printing. He also serves as the College’s Coordinator for the CiscoNetworking Academy, as Cisco was named as a Global FoundingSponsor to WorldSkills Calgary 2009.

“Being picked as an international WorldSkills judge is an enormoushonor for the college and for me,” stated Caudle. “It just goes to provethat the computer skills we teach in our Networking Technology andInformation Systems Security programs at Stanly Community College arethe exact skills needed worldwide to succeed in a career in informa-tion technology.”

For information on SCC’s Networking Technology or Information Systems Security programs, please contact Kelly Caudle at 704-991-0346 or email kcaudle5282@stanly.edu.

SCC instructor Kelly Caudle (middle) talks with the technical experts fromHong Kong and Singapore at WorldSkills 2009 in Calgary.

Clinical laboratory testing plays a crucial role in the detection, diagnosis,and treatment of disease. Clinical laboratory technologists or medicallaboratory technicians, perform most of these tests. With increasingautomation and the use of computer technology, the work of technolo-gists and technicians has become less hands-on and more analytical. Thecomplexity of tests performed, the level of judgment needed, and theamount of responsibility workers assume depend largely on the amountof education and experience they have.1

Stanly Community College offers the Medical Laboratory Technology(MLT) curriculum that prepares individuals to perform clinical laboratoryprocedures in chemistry, hematology, microbiology, and immunohema-tology that may be used in the maintenance of health and diagnosis ortreatment of disease. Course work emphasizes mathematical andscientific concepts related to specimen collection, laboratory testing andprocedures, quality assurance and reporting or recording, and interpretingfindings involving tissues, blood, and body fluids.

Students who successfully complete the program are eligible to take thenational certification examination administered by the Board of Registryof American Society for Clinical Pathology and become a certified MedicalLaboratory Technician (MLT) (ASCP). With additional education and/ortechnical experience, graduates may also advance in the field to becomea technologist, research specialist, manager, or educator.

Employment opportunities for graduates include laboratories in hospitals,medical offices, industry, and research facilities.

Here are some of the skill-sets the Medical Laboratory Technology degreestudents will learn:

• The technician has a working comprehension of the technical andprocedural aspects of laboratory tests.

• The technician correlates laboratory tests to disease processes andunderstands basic physiology recognizing appropriate test selectionand abnormal test results.

Kathy Zimmerman

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“I had some very good instructors at SCC. Inparticular, Kelly Almond, our clinical micro-instructor, is currently a lab manager, so shewas able to give us lots of practical, up-to-dateadvice and insight.”

Kathy Zimmerman earned herMedical Laboratory Technologydegree at SCC and works forStanly Medical Services —Central Lab, as a Medical LabTechnician. Kathy tells us thatthe hardest part about gettingher degree was being able toendure. “I was a “non-traditional” student withresponsibilities at home and billsto pay. I had to continueworking while I was going toCollege and trying to getthrough clinicals. Keeping upthat pace for two years wasdraining. However, I got a greatjob while I was still in my lastsemester at College!”

Kathy’s job is multi-tasking and she troubleshoots on a daily basis. Shetests blood samples that come into the lab and runs chemistryanalyzers, as well as performs manual tests. She also helps with thepaperwork and reporting. “We have great working conditions and Iwork with wonderful people,” comments Kathy. “I’m so grateful tohave been able to find a job so easily in a brand new career, despitethe economy.”

Kathy is looking at a slide under themicroscope and performing a redblood cell morphology.

Ashley Ford“Being part of such a great team is so rewarding,I love what I do!”

Ashley Ford, a SCC Medical Laboratory Technology graduate, is quickto let potential students know that if they’re interested in getting intothis field, they need to be focused. “I have to admit, the hardest partfor me was taking classes, going to clinicals, and having a job all atthe same time that made it difficult at times, you really have to stayfocused.” confesses Ashley. “But, two-months after I graduated, Ifound employment, and I love what I do!” Ashley works at StanlyMedical Service – Central Lab and is a Laboratory Operation’s

Supervisor. She performs lab testing inhematology, chemistry, and urinalysis.She is also responsible for laboratorycompliance laws and regulations. “Ifeel so fortunate to be part of such agreat team,” explains Ashley, “Gettingmy education at SCC wasn’t alwayseasy, but it was well worth it.”

Ashley is pipetting samples into the reagentstrips to perform thyroid studies.

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• Performs chemical, microbiologic, immunologic,hematologic and immunohematologic labora-tory procedures that require limitedindependent judgement.

• Recognizes unexpected results and instrumentmalfunction and takes appropriate action.

• The technician prioritizes test requests tomaintain standard patient care and maximalefficiency.

• The technician communicates specimen require-ments, reference ranges, and test results, andprepares drafts of procedures for laboratorytests according to a standard format.

For more information about the MedicalLaboratory Technology degree, contact CynthiaCallahan, MLT Program Head, at 704.991.0382or ccallahan6578@stanly.edu, or visit ourwebsite at www.stanly.edu.1Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, OccupationalOutlook Handbook, 2008-09 Edition, Clinical Laboratory Technologistsand Technicians, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos096.htm(visited October 02, 2009).

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Welding is themost commonway ofpermanentlyjoining metalparts. In thisprocess, heat isapplied to metalpieces, meltingand fusing themto form apermanent bond.Because of its

strength, welding is used in shipbuilding, automobile manufacturingand repair, aerospace applications, and thousands of other manufac-turing activities. Welding also is used to join beams when constructingbuildings, bridges, and other structures and to join pipes in pipelines,power plants, and refineries.1

Stanly Community College continues to offer a four-semester Level-1Welder program that prepares students with entry level trade knowledgeand technical skills in the area of Welding and Steel Fabrication.

Retirements and job growth in the oil and gas and other industries areexpected to create excellent opportunities for welders. Welding schoolsreport that graduates have little difficulty finding work, and somewelding employers report difficulty finding trained welders.1

SCC Level-1 Welder program utilizes accredited curriculum materialssupplied from the National Center for Construction Education andResearch (NCCER), a non-profit educational entity affiliated andsupported by numerous industry and craft associations.

In addition to Welding and Metal Fabrication skill-specific content, theLevel-1 Welder program contains subject areas of occupational math,measurement, basic computer skills, power-tools, shop equipment andmore.

For more information contact: Ed Gann, Career and TechnicalEducation Coordinator, at 704.991.0318 or email ategann9744@stanly.edu, or visit our website at www.stanly.edu.

1Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook,2008-09 Edition, Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Workers, on the Internet athttp://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos226.htm (visited October 01, 2009).

Quality, Pride, and Craftsmanship…the Next Generation of Welders.

Erica McClellan“Knowing that I’m helping patients stay healthy andhelping medical staff diagnose any problems or sickness isvery rewarding.”

Recent SCC graduate of the MedicalLaboratory Technology degree, EricaMcClellan, is putting her knowledgeto good use. As a Medical LaboratoryTechnician at Stanly Medical Services— Central Lab, she keeps busytesting different kinds of specimenson analyzers and performingmicroscopics on blood and urine. “Ienjoy what I do, and would tellanyone that is interested in this fieldto take all of the general classesbefore you take the MLT classes,because it will help you concentratebetter on the major classes. The MLTprogram is hard and there is a lot ofinformation to know.”

Erica is loading samples to be tested on thechemistry analyzer.

Stanly Early College

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Stanly Early College (SEC) is located on the beautiful Albemarle campus atStanly Community College (SCC), and is considered the 5th high school inStanly County. Since the inception nearly four-years ago, SEC’s studentpopulation has grown to over 140-students. One of the many positivechanges taking place in high schools across the nation is the increase ofEarly Colleges. SEC is a unique and innovative educational opportunityfor rising ninth (9th) grade students in Stanly County.

SEC is based on the principles of saving time and money, combined with acomprehensive academic schedule that can be a powerful incentive forstudents to work hard and meet serious intellectual challenges. Blendinghigh school and college into a supportive program, SEC reduces the timeit takes to complete a high school diploma and the first two years ofcollege—a bold new approach.

The most notable difference between SEC and a traditional high school isthat SEC students attend school for five-years and graduate with both anAssociate Degree and a High School Diploma. There is no tuition or bookcost to parents. Transportation is provided by Stanly County Schools andfree or reduced lunch options are available through Stanly County Schoolslunch program (just like a traditional high school).

Stanly Early College – Application ProcessSEC is preparing to kick off their recruiting and admission process for the2010-2011 school year. In September, the SEC counselor met with dozensof eighth grade counselors within the Stanly County school system. Overthe next several months SEC Counselor, Joyce Hansen, will visit all eighthgrade students in Stanly County at their respective home schools. A letterwas sent to all parents of eighth grade students in Stanly County toexplain what Stanly Early College is all about and how students can apply.

Anyone interested in learning more about Stanly Early College is welcometo attend the “Stanly Early College Informational Forums” scheduled forNovember 5, 2009 and February 4, 2010, at 6:30 p.m. at StanlyCommunity College, (Albemarle Campus). These forums are designed toexplain all aspects of SEC and the admission process. SEC students, staff,administration and counselors are available to help answer questions youmay have.

SEC will start accepting applications for the 2010-2011 school year onFebruary 1, 2010. Students must submit a completed application and allfour letters of recommendation to their eighth grade counselor by March15, 2010. The deadline for eighth grade counselors to submit all requiredschool information and completed applications to SEC is March 22, 2010.

After all applications have been reviewed, candidates are contacted toschedule a personal interview in April. Following the interviews, the SECselection committee will conduct a review of completed applications,letters of recommendation, and school information in order to determinethe new incoming freshman class. Notification of acceptance and non-acceptance of all student applicants will be mailed no later than May 14,2010. Students who are accepted attend a “Get Acquainted Night” atSEC on May 27, 2010.

Stanly Early College – Incoming StudentsSo what is SEC looking for in their students? Early College studentsshould be mature and independent. One should be capable of honorslevel high school work, enabling them to succeed academically at thecollege level. Some applicants may be dissatisfied and/or disengagedwith traditional school environment yet exhibit enthusiasm for the SECprogram. Students must be excited about meeting high academicstandards and be goal oriented.

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Ashley Constantine“Going to a traditional high school reallywasn’t the setting for me and I knew that SECwas the right choice for me to live up to myfull potential. I could not let such a wonderfulopportunity pass me by.”

Meet Ashley Constantine, an SECSenior, studying for the Associate inScience Degree. “For a long time, I’veknown that I wanted to go intoPharmacy. I’ve always loved math andscience and this degree pathway isperfect for my interests. I’ve wantedto be a Pharmacist since I was in the7th grade, and plan to transfer toWingate University to join the Schoolof Pharmacy,” explained Ashley.When she first started SEC she hadsome doubt as to whether or not shecould handle the challenges. “It doestend to become overwhelming attimes, but its college—it’s going to bea challenge and take a great deal of effort. Besides, I absolutely love achallenge and want to learn and achieve all that I can while attending SEC.“Ashley’s day is quite different than that of a normal high school senior. Herclasses start before the buses arrive for school, so she finds her own way toher classes. Ashley noted, “The more into college an SEC student becomes,the less they are able to stick to the traditional high school routine. I don’thave a “block” schedule to go by, but I know my classes—when they start,what building they are in, and how to manage transportation issues travelingback and forth to Crutchfield twice a week. I get to make my own schedule,one that works best for me.”

Ashley confesses that serving as the College’s student ambassador has beenespecially rewarding for her, “Just knowing that both SEC and SCC evenconsidered me as ambassador material is rewarding in itself. It has taught methat with hard work, motivation, and determination, I can achieveanything—even the things I never thought were possible.”

Opportunity for a Lifetime

What are the advantages of sending my son/daughter to SEC?• Small Class Sizes (12-15 students)• Guidance-based instruction• Strong student/faculty bonds• Access to all SCC facilities, services, and programs• Academically rigorous curriculum• Comprehensive student support systems• Innovative teaching methodologies• Highly Qualified Faculty; 50% have National Board Certification• Seamless integration of high school and college courses• Tuition-free college education (Books included!)• High School diploma AND College Associates Degree in 5 years!

For more information about Stanly Early College, please contactyour son/daughters current school counselor, or visit our websitewww.echs.scs.k12.nc.us, or feel free to call us at 704.991.0128.

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Carl Rogers“At SEC I can get a jumpstart on my career. I’mgetting a free college degree while attending atop-notch high school. What could be better?”

Carl Rogers is studying for his Associatein Arts degree and plans to pursue acareer in the film industry. “Besides theobvious gains of the college degree, Iwill also gain the sort of academicprestige that goes along with an EarlyCollege. I mean, when a university oremployer looks at my transcript andsees that I went to an Early College highschool where I took honors-level andcollege-level classes, they will knowthat I mean business in every sense ofthe word,” remarked Carl.

A typical day for Carl starts with college classes in the morning, lunch,followed by two high school honors classes. Any down time betweenclasses is used for homework and studying. Carl admits that the mostdifficult challenge is trying to coordinate class work, homework, labwork, and other activities, but knowing that he is one step ahead ofthe “game” for his future is very rewarding. Carl wants potentialstudents to know, “SEC is not a “smart people only” kind of school,but you have to be willing to put forth the effort to make good gradesso that you can succeed in the college environment—without thatdetermination, there’s no point in coming to SEC.”

Kenneth Chambers“No one can stop you from being successful—onlyyou prevent yourself from doing so. You shouldalways be the driver of your educational journey.”

Meet Kenneth Chambers, an SEC student working towards his Associatein Science Degree. “I plan to transfer to the University of North Carolinain Chapel Hill and major in Biology. Then, I plan to enroll into medicalschool to become a pediatrician,” states Kenneth. He claims thatchoosing SEC was easy for him and was eager to experience the collegeatmosphere. Kenneth says he admires the teachers and believes theyreally care about their students and helping them reach theireducational goals. “SEC teachers have a different teaching style andthey’re always willing to work with students who may find a subjectdifficult.” Kenneth admits as an Early College student he has to stayfocused. “Sure, it’s a lot of work, but planning schedules and managing

my time is the key ingredient to mysuccess. I know I can handle theacademics. Besides, anyone is perfectlycapable of reaching their goals if theyput their mind to it,” explains Kenneth.

For him, the most challenging aspect ofEarly College is striving to be his best.As the first of his siblings to receive acollege degree, Kenneth states, “Everyday I know that my past failures havehelped me become a stronger person.SEC offers an incredible academicjourney that will last a lifetime. You canreceive your Associate Degree and High School Diploma all whileexperiencing the college life.”

SEC Awards and Recognitions• Recognized as an Honor School of Excellence (2007-2008)• Recognized as a School of Distinction (2006-2007 & 2008-2009)• National Magna Award recipient (2007)• “Spotlight School” awarded by state DPI (2007)• NCASCD annual Lighthouse School Award (2008-2009)• NCASA Merit Award for innovative program (2008)• Presenter at the NC Raising Achievement and Closing the

Gap Annual Conference (2008)• Recipient of the Governor’s Real D.E.A.L. School Award (2008)

SCC PBL Celebrates Its HighestNational Parliamentary Award

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At the Phi Beta Lambda National Leadership Conferencethis past June in California, the Stanly CommunityCollege PBL Parliamentary Procedure team again madethe “Top Ten” and was on stage for the final countdown.The North Carolina delegation watched as placementswere announced and groups were given their awards.

When they heard “Eighth Place” and “North,” theythought it was the Stanly team instead of the Universityof North Dakota! Perennial top-finisher University ofNebraska received Sixth Place. Even though theUniversity of Central Missouri was announced as thewinner, the SCC team was celebrating. National FourthPlace is the highest award since the chapter entered itsfirst team in state competition thirty years ago.

Parliamentary Procedure is the way business, civic,government, church, and education groups conduct theirbusiness meetings and make decisions. TheParliamentary Procedure Event for Phi Beta Lambda, anational organization for students in business andbusiness-related majors and curriculums, is based on thebook ROBERT’S RULES OF ORDER, the most recognizedauthority on the subject. Although often associated with law programs,PBL considers conducting meetings properly part of its leadershipdevelopment emphasis.

There are over 40 PBL competitive events, and most are individual events.“Parly,” as the students refer to it, involves a team of four or fivemembers. A written objective test determines the ten finalists at the stateand national competitions, and a ten-minute performance determines thefinal ranking.

During the performance, teams try to pack in as many examples ofcomplicated parliamentary situations as possible. At one point this year,the SCC team had a motion, an amendment, a division of the assembly, anobjection to the consideration of the question, and a parliamentaryenquiry all within a two-minute portion of the program, and it’s all donefrom memory.

SCC PBL Chapter Adviser Dan Hazlett has “coached” the Parliamentaryteams through the years and has done workshops on the subject for PBLconferences and community groups. “It’s that team aspect that gives theevent its unique value,” Hazlett commented. “Learning to work togetherbecomes a major factor in success, and when I see students years afterthey’ve finished at SCC they always remember and ask about the othermembers of their team. That team aspect also makes it one of the mostdifficult events since the members have to find time to attend the studysessions and the practice sessions!”

When the SCC PBL chapter was chartered in 1974, Appalachian StateUniversity was the usual state Parliamentary winner; however, a NorthCarolina team had never reached the national “Top Ten.”

In 1977, SCC entered its first team. “In 1984, Rick Gardner was chapterpresident and was determined his team was going to win at the statelevel,” Hazlett recalls. “Rick, Sharon Miller, Tonya Beach, Mark Burleson,and Dennis Summerlin met three times a week all winter to study andpractice. I remember having a conversation with Co-adviser Edna Lipe-Harkey about how we would help them deal with disappointment!”

The state competition was held at the Raleigh Marriott that year. ASUreceived Third Place and Wingate College Second. It was the first of tenconsecutive state First Places for Stanly Community College!

It was six conferences after that first SCC win, though, that North Carolinabecame one of the national finalists. The team was comprised of Marty

2009 Parliamentary Procedure team (left) Stephaine Roach, John Anderson, R.J. Barbee, and Cali Clayshow off the National 4th Place awards.

1984 First Place State team (left) Dennis Summerlin, Sharon Miller, Rick Gardner,Tonya Beach, and Mark Burleson.

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Ingram, Denise Scully, Susan Gill, and Connie Roth, and SCCwas the only community college in the finalists. Hazlettremembers how the team quizzed one another and practicedalmost non-stop while traveling by van to Orlando.

“Tenth Place was a major accomplishment, but Marty wasconvinced other teams were taken more seriously becausethey dressed alike. When he returned for a second year asteam president, Belk donated a red power tie for him andfour red blazers for the girls. In Washington that year theteam placed Eighth.”

In the 28 years since 1984, SCC’s team has won state vFirst Place all but six times, and 17 of those 22 teams havebeen in the national “Top Ten,” three times placing as highas Sixth.

Does the chapter take competing seriously? One of thoseyears Martha Sue Hall traveled to the national conferenceand competed with her leg in a cast!

The 2006 team, comprised of Clarence Goode, Sam Miller, Crystal Dennis,Dawn Eason, and Randi East, placed Fifth at the Nashville national conference.

“Through the years, the national winner has come from such schools asUCLA, the University of Wisconsin, the University of Mississippi, andFlorida State. Our folks are just proud to be on stage with them, and thisyear’s Fourth Place finish was a celebration of effort and determination,”Hazlett commented.

The SCC PBL chapter commemorated its 35th Anniversary this year.Special recognition was given by SCC President Mike Taylor at graduation

exercises, and Rick Gardner, now Manager of Merchandising at FoodLion’s corporate offices, was presented with the 2009 Alumnus of the Year Award.

Although it’s just one of the many accomplishments of the chapter overits history, when PBL’ers around the state and even nation say StanlyCommunity College they usually picture five students posing for pictureswith Parliamentary Procedure event plaques high above their heads!

For addition information about PBL or other SCC student organiza-tions, contact Coordinator of Student Activities Gilbert Umbergerat 704.991.0225 or gumberger5189@stanly.edu.

2004 National 6th Place team (left) RandiEast, Tonya Woessner, Marie Howard, andLiz Moore call home from Denver, CO.

1991 National 6th Place team celebrating inLos Angeles, CA (left) Mika Almond, BarbaraDavis, Chris McDaniel, Teresa Thompson, andCarmen Salmon.

1990 National 8th Place team posing in Washington, DC (left)Teresa Thompson, Gale Harkey, Marty Ingram, Jennifer Ayers, andShelia Watson.

The 1987 all-girls team smiling on stage after being named first in state, (left) Inga Stogner,Patricia Hyde, Lori Dixon McRee, Gail Perkins, and Kim Winslow Mullis.

Storm Technologies Receives 2009Governor’s Award

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Storm Technologies from Albemarle, NC received the 2009 Governor’sAward for Excellence in Workforce Development as the “OutstandingWorkforce Development Employer”.

Storm was recognized for their outstanding achievements at this year’sNorth Carolina Workforce Development Partnership Conference awardsbanquet, on Thursday October 8, 2009, at the Joseph Koury ConventionCenter in Greensboro.

Each year, the North Department of Commerce - Division of WorkforceDevelopment and the Commission on Workforce Development solicitsnominations for the Governor’s Awards for Excellence in WorkforceDevelopment.

Award categories are:1. Outstanding Workforce Development Employer (only two awards given to represent

all employers across the state)2. Outstanding Workforce Development Adult (one award given)3. Outstanding Workforce Development Older Youth Award (one award)4. Outstanding Workforce Development Younger Youth Award (one award)5. Wayne Daves Award for Outstanding Achievement (for front-line staff) (one award)

Criteria for the Employer award included: • The extent to which the business has demonstrated a continuing commitment to the

workforce development system through donation of employee time and services,exemplary hiring practices and the encouragement of business involvement inworkforce development efforts.

• The extent to which the business has demonstrated involvement/use of publiceducation and training programs. Examples include work with School-to-Careers,JobLink (One-Stop) Career Centers, vocational training or other training offeredthrough the public school system, community colleges, community-based organiza-tions, apprenticeship training, supported employment, on-the-job training, olderworker training, workforce literacy training, Workforce Investment Act program, theWork First program, the Workfare program, the Food Stamp Employment and Trainingprogram, Job Corps, and other workforce development programs.

• The extent to which the business has promoted positive community/public relationsfor workforce development programs and supported/encouraged individuals in needof workforce development.

Storm Technologies, Inc. has encouraged its employees to becomeinvolved with a wide variety of programs in Stanly County. RichardStorm, CEO of Storm Technologies and Danny Storm, Executive VicePresident, together serve on the Stanly County Career Readiness TaskForce committee. The focus of this committee is to bring togetherbusiness leaders, educators, and private citizens in the county to developprograms to improve the work skills, education levels, and overallworkforce development efforts in Stanly County.

The Storms have also served on the Lifelong Learning Campaigntaskforce with the Centralina Workforce Development Board. StormTechnologies employees have done presentations on what job skills,training, and education levels are needed to obtain jobs within theirindustry. Storm Technologies participates in and financially supportsevents held by the Stanly County Manager’s Association and the StanlyCounty Chamber of Commerce. They also are one of the main sponsorsfor the annual Chamber of Commerce Business Expo and perform publicservice announcements concerning energy and its usage on local radio

and in the Stanly News and Press. Storm Technologies promotes theChamber’s “Buy Local” campaign and advertises on the local radio andnewspaper even though much of their business is conducted outside oftheir circulation area.

Storm Technologies Executive Vice President Stephen Storm agreed towork with and has led involvement with APP partners in Australia,Canada, China, India, Japan, Republic of Korea, and with private sectorpartners to meet goals for energy security, national air pollutionreduction, and climate change in ways that promote sustainableeconomic growth and poverty reduction.

Charlotte Maness, HR Director with Storm stated, “We are a family atStorm and we take care of each other.” Storm Technologies believes thatthey need to support not only institutes of learning and organizationsthat champion workforce development, they also need to supportagencies in the community such as Boy Scouts of America, OASIS, YMCA,Uwharrie Players, Rotary Club, and the Stanly Concert Association.

Stanly Community College and the Centralina Workforce DevelopmentBoard are proud of the nomination of Storm Technologies and congratu-late this local business in receiving the 2009 Governor’s Award forExcellence in Workforce Development. For more information on StormTechnologies, visit their website at www.stormeng.com.

For additional information on the Governor’s Awards and localpartnerships, please contact, Kathy Gardner, Stanly CommunityCollege at 704.991.0278 or David Hollars, Centralina WorkforceDevelopment Board at 704.348.2717.

Awards

Pictured at the Governor's Award for Excellence in Workforce DevelopmentBanquet (1st row from left): Danny Storm, EVP, Storm Technologies; Dr. TanyaDavis, VP, Cont. Ed. & Crutchfield Campus, SCC; David Hollars, Exec. Dir.,Centralina Workforce Development Board; Dick Storm, CEO, Storm Technologies;Ginny Storm (spouse); Charlotte Manness, HR Dir., Storm Technologies; MarionKinley, Bus./Ind. Training Dir., SCC; Kathy Gardner, Dir., Bus.,/Special Projects atCont. Ed., SCC; 2nd row: Bill Ragland, Ragland Electrical Supply; Moses Carey,Chairman, Employment Security Commission of NC; Nathan Sanges, Mgr., StanlyCounty JobLink Career Ctr./Employment Security Commission; and Kathy Almond,Dir., SBC at SCC.

University Transfer: Online or On CampusThe Smart Option that Saves You Money!

When students look ahead to college, some plan to attend a four-yearuniversity, but finances can pose problems. Stanly Community College canbe a great starting point for those seeking a bachelor’s degree. Studentsare discovering that they can earn their first two years of college (transferdegree) that can literally save them thousands of dollars. The Associate inArts and Associate in Science programs are great choices for those seekingto earn their transfer degree. These degrees are designed to transfer tomost private colleges and all colleges in the University of North CarolinaSystem (senior institutions).

According to the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC),46% of all college students begin their studies at two-year colleges. Lastyear, these colleges awarded nearly 555,000 associate’s degrees and295,000 certificates.

“Our class sizes are small and we provide one-on-one attention for ourstudents,” explains Claudia Gresham-Shelton, Program Head for theUniversity Transfer Program at Stanly Community College. “Many studentsdiscover the transition from SCC to a private university is a very easyprocess. We offer excellent preparation for students pursuing a four-yeardegree at a relatively low cost.”

The Associate in Science (AS) degree is a good choice for future architec-

ture, engineering, math, science or technical majors. The Associate in Arts(AA) degree is a good choice for future education, social science, business,liberal arts majors, or even any professional school that requires a strongliberal arts background.

The AA degree program is available online, and the college faculty andcounseling staff will work closely with students to plan their educationalpathway.

“Our transfer students enter the university level well-prepared to success-fully complete the rigors of a bachelor’s degree. Plus, our classes are muchsmaller than corresponding freshman and sophomore classes taught atmost universities. They are taught by veteran instructors, many withMasters’ degrees who have chosen SCC because of the emphasis onundergraduate teaching,” adds Ms. Gresham.

Additionally, students in associate in applied science degrees may be ableto complete a transfer diploma, along with their degrees, to transfer to auniversity.

For more information about the University Transfer Programs, contactMs. Gresham at 704.991.0307 or cgreshamshelton5647@stanly.edu orvisit our website at www.stanly.edu.

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Dale Troxler“I knew that getting my Associate in Arts at SCC wouldbe cheaper than going directly to a four-year college.”

Dale Troxler, Associate in Arts student,knew right away that taking hertransfer courses online was the bestchoice for her. She explains, “I spent12-years as a flight attendant withUnited Airlines and enjoyed travelingand working with the public. After9/11, I made the decision to stay homewith my two-year old son. We nowhave four children. I started looking fora way to contribute to our family’sfinances while still keeping up with theresponsibilities of being a mom.

Education seemed to be the answerand I am now seeking a BA inElementary Education at Pfeiffer. I like the fact that I can work on assignmentswhen I have the chance. I took a midterm exam in my bed while my childrenslept at three o’clock in the morning. Students attending traditional classesaren’t allowed to do that. If I can offer any words of wisdom to potentialstudents, it would be to get all your FAFSA filled in even if you don’t think youwill qualify for anything. Many of the grants awarded are based on theinformation from this document. I have been blessed to receive enoughscholarship monies to fund my education to this point.”

BJ Parker“SCC was close to home and affordable. Iknew it would be easy to transfer to Pfeifferonce I had completed my Associate in Artsdegree!”

“After graduatingfrom Pfeiffer, I plan onattending LawSchool,” notes BJParker, Associate inArts graduate. “I tookonline classes and wasable to work ahead orwhenever I found thetime—as opposed tohaving designatedclass time on campus.The hardest part forme was figuring outwhat I needed totransfer into SCC formy AA, and then what I needed to transfer out of SCC for myBA, but the instructors were always happy and willing to helpme.” BJ advises any new student to attend class and do thework assigned. “If you truly want to succeed and get good atsomething—then you must learn it and practice it!”

Stanly Community College A to ZFollowing is an alphabetical listing of programs and areas of study offered by Stanly Community College.

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Accounting

Associate in Arts

Associate in Science

Advertising andGraphic Design

Auctioneering

Autobody Restoration

Basic Law Enforcement Training

Biomedical EquipmentTechnology

BusinessAdministration

Computer EngineeringTechnology

Computer InformationTechnology

Computer InformationTechnology - OfficeProfessional

Cosmetology

CosmetologyInstructor

Criminal Justice

Cyber Crime

Early Childhood

Early ChildhoodSpecial Education

Early Childhood Teacher Associate

Electronic EngineeringTechnology

Emergency MedicalTechnician (EMT) Basic

Emergency MedicalTechnician (EMT)-Paramedic Initial

Energy Auditor

Degree, Diploma orCertificate

Degree

Degree

Degree, Diploma orCertificate

Carolina AuctionAcademyCertificate

Certificate

Certificate

Degree

Degree, Diploma orCertificate

Degree or Certificate

Degree, Diploma orCertificate

Diploma orCertificate

Degree, Diploma orCertificate

Certificate

Degree, Diploma orCertificate

Degree or Certificate

Degree, Diploma orCertificate

Degree, Diploma orCertificate

Degree, Diploma orCertificate

Degree or Certificate

Certificate

Certificate

Certificate

Careers in accounting firms, small businesses, manufacturing firms, banks, hospitals, school systems and governmental agencies

Transfer to most private college and all colleges in the University of North Carolina System

Transfer to most private college and all colleges in the University of North Carolina System

Careers with advertising agencies, newspapers, magazines and in the marketing division of various industries.

This course provides the skills needed to take the exam required by the NC Auctioneer Licensing Board and theSouth Carolina Auctioneer Commission in order to enter the auction arena.

This course is designed to prepare the student for an entry-level position in the auto body restoration field.

Entry level certified police officers and deputy sheriffs.

Positions in hospitals, clinics, clinical laboratories, shared service organizations, and manufacturers’ field service.

Careers with government agencies, financial institutions, and large to small business or industry

Positions in electronics technology, computer service, computer networks, server maintenance, programming,and other areas requiring knowledge of computer systems.

Employment in a variety of positions within organizations that use computers to process, manage and communicate information.

Employment as an administrative assistant or to the office-related professional with both technical andtraditional expertise.

Positions that provide beauty services in salons and/or spas.

May be employed as Cosmetology instructors in public or private education and business

Opportunities in local, state, and federal law enforcement, corrections, and security fields. Examples includepolice officer, deputy sheriff, county detention officer, state trooper, intensive probation/parole surveillanceofficer, correctional officer, and loss prevention specialist.

Employment with local and state agencies, public and private businesses as crime investigators, security specialists, and consultants.

Employment at child development and child care programs, preschools, public and private schools, recreationalcenters, Head Start Program and school-aged programs.

Employment at child development and child care programs, preschools, public and private schools, recreationalcenters, Head Start Program and school-aged programs.

Employment at child development and child care programs, preschools, public and private schools, recreationalcenters, Head Start Program and school-aged programs.

Jobs as electronics engineering technician, field service technician, maintenance technician, electronic tester,electronic systems integrator, bench technician, and projection control technician.

This course is designed to train individuals to become emergency medical personnel.

Emergency medical technician paramedics provide both basic and advanced life support under the directsupervision of a medical doctor.

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be prepared to sit for a national certification exam inthe area of Building Performance. This job industry includes areas of construction using “green technologies”.

$31,680

_____

_____

$40,440

$37,670

$41,560

$40,310

$47,330

$58,780

$44,780

$44,780

$36,012

$26,200

$47,410

$48,790

$66,350

$26,580

$42,980

$26,580

$45,910

$30,450

$31,408

$51,250

$22,660

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_____

$26,490

$19,290

$27,300

$29,990

$32,660

$35,970

$29,920

$29,920

$26,599

$14,750

$33,560

$34,310

$43,950

$17,900

$32,730

$17,622

$33,540

$21,910

$22,630

$33,000

Estimated EstimatedEntry-Level Average

Area of Study SCC Program Prepares You For State Wage State Wage

Stanly Community College A to ZFollowing is an alphabetical listing of programs and areas of study offered by Stanly Community College.

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Esthetics Technology

Fire Fighter Training

Geriatric Aide

Healthcare Billing &Coding

Healthcare Informatics

Heavy EquipmentOperations

Human ServicesTechnology

HVAC Industry Skills

Industrial SystemsTechnology

Information SystemsSecurity

Manicuring Instructor

Masonry

Medical Assisting

Medical LaboratoryTechnology

Network Technology

Nursing

Nurse Aide I, II

Pharmacy Technician

Radiography

Respiratory Therapy

Simulation andGaming Development

Telecommunicationsand NetworkEngineering

Welding

Certificate

Certificate

Certificate

Certificate

Certificate

Certificate (NCCER)

Degree, Diploma orCertificate

Certificate (NCCER)

Certificate(NCCER)

Degree or Certificate

Certificate

Certificate

Degree, Diploma orCertificate

Degree

Degree, Diploma or Certificate

Degree

Certificate

Certificate

Degree

Degree andAdvanced Standing

Degree or Certificate

Degree, Diploma orCertificate

Certificate

Employment in beauty and cosmetic/skin care salons and health spas as a skincare specialist, or in related businesses.

This program prepares for NC certification in a variety of areas that may include OSFM as a firefighter, rescuetechnician, life safety educator, instructor, fire officer and specialty areas such as live fire instructor, collapserescue, or trench rescue.

Employment in nursing and residential care facilities, hospitals and home health care services.

Positions as medical records technicians, medical billing technicians, medical coding technicians

Positions as health informatics technician, medical data entry operators in clinical or public health institutions.

Employment in highway construction, forestry, site grading, mining/quarry, underground utilities and commerciallandscaping.

Positions in mental health, child care, family services, social services, rehabilitation, and educational agencies.

Employment opportunities for technically prepared workers in all aspects of HVAC and related systems maintenance.

Positions in inspecting, testing, troubleshooting, and diagnosing industrial equipment and physical facilitieswithin the industrial systems area.

Jobs as security administrators, network administrators, entry-level network technicians and help desk support

Graduates should be prepared to take the NC Cosmetology State Board Manicuring Instructor Licensing Examand upon passing be qualified for employment in a cosmetology or manicuring school.

Jobs as brickmasons, blockmasons and stonemasons employed primarily by building, specialty trade or general contractors.

Careers in ambulatory settings, such as physicians’ offices, clinic, and group practice.

Employment with laboratories in hospitals, medical offices, industry and research facilities.

Positions as LAN/PC administrator, microcomputer support specialist, network control operator, communicationstechnician/analyst, network/computer consultant, and information systems specialist.

Careers in hospitals, long-term care facilities, clinics, physicians’ offices, industry, and community agencies.

Nurse aides work under supervision of nursing and medical staff. They provide basic patient care in hospitals,long-term care facilities, clinics and community agencies.

Employment in various pharmacy settings to help licensed pharmacists provide medication and other productsto patients.

Employment at hospitals, clinics, physicians’ offices, medical laboratories, government ag4encies, and industry.

Positions in hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, education, industry, and home care.

Careers in the healthcare, engineering, forensics, game design, and animation industry.

Careers in analyzing, designing, testing, and evaluating network systems, such as LAN, WAN, Internet, intranet,and other data communications systems. Includes telecommunication specialists who deal with the interfacingof computer and communications equipment

This course provides students with basic theory, practical application, and working knowledge of weldingprocesses in preparation for entry-level trade positions.

$34,970

$32,883

$23,450

$29,540

$29,540

$32,280

$37,160

$39,180

$40,170

$70,740

$47,410

$35,600

$27,690

$40,800

$66,350

$57,790

$23,450

$25,290

$45,680

$49,900

$70,740

$71,420

$34,070

$19,030

$22,428

$18,680

$21,170

$21,170

$24,960

$24,880

$28,810

$27,790

$46,590

$33,560

$24,990

$21,940

$26,920

$43,950

$44,670

$18,680

$17,590

$39,320

$41,830

$46,590

$43,950

$25,740

Estimated EstimatedEntry-Level Average

Area of Study SCC Program Prepares You For State Wage State Wage

Information provided by the Employment Security Commission of North Carolina. Please feel free to visit their website at www.ncesc.com. Please note that the wage figures inthis chart are averages and are based upon statewide and/or regional data. Note that some occupations listed require a B.A. or B.S. degree for entry-level employment. Adegree from SCC can be a great head start toward acquiring your four-year degree!

JobsNOWGet the Training You Need

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An inescapable reality of today’s economy is that education andoccupational skills training are essential to economic stimulus andrecovery as we prepare to be competitive in the 21st Century. As theState’s unemployment rate rises, a greater number of North Carolinaworkers must be retrained or retooled in order to find new employmentopportunities.

Community colleges are the fastest growing segment of highereducation and this growth is greatly accelerated during economicdownturns. Additionally, community colleges are linked to local andregional labor markets, making them the resource for providing avariety of high-quality educational options that are accessible andaffordable, and train workers for jobs with competitive wages.

JobsNOW “12 in 6” is the central theme used for the North CarolinaCommunity College System (NCCCS) that addresses the workforcechallenges that our state faces. This initiative concentrates on gettingenough workers trained with the right skills for the current economythat can be completed in less than 6 months, lead to recognized creden-tials, is affordable, and has flexible hours.

The JobsNOW “12 in 6” initiative is a collaborative effort between theNorth Carolina Department of Commerce, Division of WorkforceDevelopment, Centralina Workforce Development Board, and the North

Carolina CommunityCollege System. Thisprogram is subsidizedunder the WorkforceInvestment Actthrough funds by theAmerican Recoveryand Reinvestment Actof 2009.

Stanly Community College (SCC) has developed nine (9) trainingprograms that include: Masonry (training begins Spring 2010); GeriatricAide, Healthcare Billing and Coding, Heavy Equipment Operator, andWelding, (training began Fall 2009); Energy Auditor, HealthcareInformatics, HVAC Industrial Systems, and Pharmacy Technician,(training begins Spring 2010).

SCC is committed to working with business leaders, local government,state agencies, and the good people of Stanly County to create jobs,train our workforce, and put people back to work.

For more information about the JobsNOW programs that StanlyCommunity College offers, please visit our website atwww.stanly.edu or call us at 704.991.0175.

At SCC we understand thatbeginning your educational journeyshould not disrupt your life. That’swhy hundreds of students havechosen Stanly Online to completetheir associate’s degree, certificate,or diploma!

Whether you choose to take oneclass or complete your entire degreeonline, SCC’s talented and dedicatedfaculty and staff is available anytime, any place, any pace! Check outStanly Online at www.stanly.edu

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