Corporate and Continuing Education
Continuing Education programs and services provide adults opportunities to pursue learning for life by participating in a variety of non-credit programs or courses suited to individual needs. Courses are practical in nature and are based on individual needs, goals, and/or lifestyles, regardless of previous education and training experience. Courses are open to all adults 18 years of age and older. Persons 16-17 years of age may be admitted if space is available.
Workforce development education and training opportunities are provided through courses which train individuals for job advancement and/or skill building that can enhance one’s present career or prepare for entry into a new career. In addition, courses of general and personal interest are offered that assist adults in better understanding their roles in today’s changing world.
Continuing Education courses are offered on campus, off campus, and via distance education.
Visit our website (mitchellcc.edu/continuing-education) to obtain information about current programs.
Credits (CEUs)
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are awarded to those students who satisfactorily complete any of the courses listed as offering a specified number of CEUs. One CEU is defined as ten contact hours of participation in an organized continuing education experience under responsible sponsorship, capable direction, and qualified instruction. A permanent record of each student’s CEUs will be maintained by Mitchell. Transcripts are available upon written request. Not all Continuing Education courses are accredited for CEU recognition.
Attendance
The attendance requirement for most classes is 80 percent. Other criteria may be necessary to satisfactorily complete the course. Some outside certifying agencies have more stringent attendance criteria that must be met.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
Mitchell reserves the right to cancel a class due to lack of enrollment. If this occurs, preregistered/prepaid students will receive a full refund. Preregistered/prepaid students who officially withdraw from a course prior to its beginning will receive a full refund. Students who officially withdraw from a course prior to the 10 percent point will receive a 75 percent refund. Students who withdraw from a course after the 10 percent point are ineligible for a refund. Some self-supporting classes are not eligible for refunds.
Fees and Supplies
Registration fees are established by the N.C. State Board of Community Colleges and are subject to change. These fees vary according to instructional time, course content and equipment requirements. Additional expenses may be required for books, supplies and materials. The charges for self-supporting classes are based on the cost of course delivery.
Registration
Pre-registration is required for all Continuing Education courses. Classes are filled on a first come, first-served basis. A prospective student should contact the Continuing Education Center for registration information. Registration is not official until fees are paid. Students are urged to complete registration and pay fees at least three business days prior to the first class meeting. Registration forms are available at https://www.mitchellcc.edu/classes-fun/continuing-education-registration-information/ or at the Continuing Education office. The registration form may be mailed to the Continuing Education Division along with the registration fee. Insufficient enrollment will result in cancellation of the specific class.