Learn English and a trade at the same time. Take online English classes and evening in-person classes on the Greensboro and High Point campuses.

Scholarships and $750 stipends are available for these career training programs thanks to the Frank Family Foundation and the Carolinas AGC Foundation.

Career Training Programs

ESOL + FURNITURE SEWING

Learn to make and upholster furniture to work in the furniture manufacturing industry.

Next Classes
  • 6-9 p.m. Jan. 22-June 25: High Point Campus, Building H2, Room 200
  • 6-9 p.m. Jan. 11-June 27: ESOL Contextualized Class online (Teams)

ESOL + HOTEL & APARTMENT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Learn maintenance and repair of interior and exterior structures, electrical systems, plumbing, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), and appliances.

Next Classes
  • 5:30-9:30 May 21-Aug. 14 (Tuesdays and Wednesdays): Greensboro Campus
  • 9 a.m.-noon May 25-Aug. 10 (Saturdays): ESOL Contextualized Class online (Teams) and three hours weekly in Burlington English

Orientation for ESOL students is 5:30 p.m. May 30 at the Greensboro Campus, AEC Room 107.

ESOL + CAROLINA ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS (CAGC) CONSTRUCTION BOOT CAMP

This boot camp offers fast-track training with hands-on experience, covering carpentry, use of hand tools, power tools, construction math, and more. Participants will be eligible for apprenticeships, internships, and degree opportunities, supported by work-based learning.

Next Classes
  • 6-9:30 p.m. Feb. 5-April 8: Greensboro Campus
  • 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Feb. 3-May 20: ESOL Contextualized Class online (Teams) and three hours weekly in Burlington English

Orientation for ESOL students 6-9 p.m. Jan. 31-Feb. 1 at the Greensboro Campus, AEC Room 108.

ESOL + FURNITURE UPHOLSTERY

Learn to make and upholster furniture to work in the furniture manufacturing industry.

Next Classes
  • 6-9 p.m. April 8-Sept. 11 (Mondays and Tuesdays): High Point Campus, Furniture Sewing Building
  • 8-11 a.m. April 13-Aug. 10 (Saturdays): ESOL Contextualized Class online (Teams) and three hours weekly in Burlington English

Orientation for ESOL students is 6-9 p.m. March 26 at High Point Campus, H4 Room 107.

For questions or to enroll, complete a Transitions Program Information Request form or call (336) 334-4822, ext. 55001.