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Areas of Study

Not Sure Where to Start?

We’re here to help.

At South Piedmont Community College, we offer a wide variety of programs that help you gain the skills and knowledge to succeed in your chosen field. Whether you’re looking for hands-on experience in trades or aiming to transfer to a four-year university, we have the right path for you. Start exploring your options today!

Explore Programs Based On Your Interests

Each of our Areas of Study includes a variety of programs — some you’ve heard of and some that are likely new to you. Use the Areas of Study to explore potential career paths and find the program that’s right for you. All of our programs are aligned with local workforce needs, so no matter which program you choose, you’ll be on the path to a great career!

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Adult Education

Earn Key Skills & Credentials

Whether you need to earn your high school equivalency or begin learning English, our Adult Education courses can help.

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Advanced Manufacturing

Build Your Future

Gain hands-on training in advanced manufacturing, equipping you with the skills to succeed in today’s fast-paced industrial world.

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Art & Digital Media

Unleash Your Creativity

Get ready for a creative career with our art and digital media programs.

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Business & Professional Services

Shape the Future of Business

Develop professional skills for leadership, management, and entrepreneurship through our comprehensive business programs.

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Construction & Skilled Trades

Build Your Career

Secure your place in the construction, HVAC, and other skilled trades fields.

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High School Options

Jump-Start Your College Education

High school students can earn college credits through our Career and College Promise/Dual Enrollment program.

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Education

Inspire the Next Generation

Our education programs prepare you to become a teacher, administrator, or support professional in a variety of educational settings.

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Information Technology

Master the Tech of Tomorrow

Our IT programs cover cybersecurity, networking, and software development to prepare you for a successful career in the tech industry.

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Language Study

Broaden Your Communication Skills

Learn a new language or improve your fluency with courses that enhance your ability to communicate across cultures.

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Medical Sciences & Services

Care for Your Community

Pursue a career in healthcare with programs in nursing, medical assisting, and other medical sciences designed to meet growing demand.

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Public Safety

Serve & Protect Your Community

Explore careers in law enforcement, firefighting, and emergency medical services with our Public Safety programs.

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STEM

Innovate for the Future

Our science, technology, engineering, and mathematics programs will prepare you for a career on the cutting edge.

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Skills Development

Learn New Skills Quickly

Enhance your career prospects with short-term training programs tailored to your professional aspirations.

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Transportation & Logistics

Drive Success

Get moving with our automotive, logistics, and truck driving programs.

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University Transfer

Start Here, Go Anywhere

South Piedmont offers several programs designed for easy transfer into a four-year university.

Looking for a Place to Belong? You Found It.

At South Piedmont, we offer a growing selection of programs in high-demand industries, but even as we grow, we remain a small, close-knit, hometown school.

This is a place where we won’t just know you by name. We’ll know you for the unique individual you are — the talents, dreams, and interests that make you, YOU!

If you’re looking for world-class education with a neighborhood feel, you’ve found it at South Piedmont Community College.

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Preparation for What Comes Next

I like South Piedmont because my instructors were incredibly helpful, and I was able to receive a lot more personalized support due to the smaller class sizes. I met a lot of new and amazing people in my classes who I am still friends with even after graduation. South Piedmont helped me develop skills that I was able to successfully take with me into my career.

Jared Aulisi,’19, Associate in Applied Science