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Register for Classes

Ready to register for classes at South Piedmont? Registering for classes is a smooth and stress-free experience. Get started with confidence and secure your place in the courses you need today!

Registration Made Easy

You can register through each course’s start date, including those with later start dates. Check the academic calendar for start dates. We encourage you to register as soon as possible.

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Registration for
Current Students

If you are already a student, you can register through your Self-Service account. If you have questions about what classes to register for, first contact your assigned faculty advisor. If you still have questions, reach out to Academic Advising at one of the following:

Phone: 704.290.5213

Email: advising@spcc.edu

For information on payment options and due dates, visit our How to Pay page. If you need additional help with a payment plan, contact the Business Office at 704.272.5355 or 704.272.5354.

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Registration for
New Students

You must first complete the admissions process before registering for classes.

Once you’ve completed the admissions process, you can register for classes through your Self-Service account, or you can contact Academic Advising for assistance:

Phone: 704.290.5213

Email: advising@spcc.edu

Remember to sign up for New Student Orientation.

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We’re Here to Help

Our academic advisors will be with you at every step of the way, from registering for your first classes to planning your graduation. Academic Advising services can be conducted via phone, email, virtual appointment, or walk-in. Virtual services are encouraged. 

Course Section Guide

Curriculum Course Section Guide
Location – 1st FieldDelivery Method – 2nd FieldCourse Length – 3rd FieldSection Count – 4th FieldSection Modifier 5th Field if needed
M/ T/ P/ H/ N/ O/ 8 / LC /A /S /M / F / TA/B/C/D/E/G/H/J/K/N/R/S/U/Y/Z1,2,3,4, etc.C/R/W/Y/N
M= MonroeC = Classroom; All instruction will occur 100% in person.A= 16 week session1=1st section of classC = “Coreq-ed” w/Support
Course
T= TysonA = Internet, Asynchronous: Learning does not have specific meeting times (not simultaneous); apart from the instructor’s presence.B= 1st 8-week session2= 2nd section of classR = Cross Listed, “Co-Sat”
P= PolktonS = Internet, Synchronous: Learning is
Scheduled/Simultaneous with the instructor and the class together online
C= 2nd 8-week session3 = 3rd section of classW – Wingate
H = CCP High School – Courses only offered to a specific high school. Refer to comments for the specific high school location.M = Internet, Mixture of Synchronous & Asynchronous – Course has specific meeting times AND course has work due outside of the specific meeting timesD=1st 5-week sessionAnd so on…Y=Degree in a Year
N = Off Campus -(Primarily used for Clinicals in the Health & Public Safety Programs))F = Hyflex; Instructional method flexes with student’s need. Students may attend in person or online at the listed class time or attend outside of those times also.E= 2nd 5-week session
O= OnlineT = Transitions between delivery methods – used when 100% of a class is offered one delivery method and then changes 100% to a different delivery method.G= 3rd 5-week sessionN = Independent Study
8 = CATAH= 1st 4-week session
J= 2nd 4-week session
L= WadesboroK= 3rd 4-week session
N= 4th 4-week session
R= 10-week session
S= 12-week session
U = other not listed
Y= 14-week session
Z= 1 week or less
Note: Section numbers for classes which are all online, either synchronous or asynchronous, will begin with O. Blended classes will begin with a letter indicating
the physical meeting location, followed by S or A to indicate whether the online hours are synchronous or asynchronous.
Effective 2027SP, rv 10.16.2026

Plan Your Academic Journey

Find the right courses for your program, stay updated on important academic deadlines, and learn how you can earn credit for prior work and education experience.

Explore our Upcoming Courses

Whether you’re starting your education for the first time or returning to college to advance your skills, South Piedmont offers courses that fit your goals. Check out our diverse range of courses.

Credit Articulation

South Piedmont provides two credit articulation options: receive curriculum credit for completed noncredit courses or valid industry certifications. This process helps noncredit students transition smoothly into curriculum programs, whether working toward a degree, diploma, or certificate.

Course Catalogs

Find classes that match your academic and career goals with our course catalog and class schedules. Explore available options to make the most of your time at South Piedmont.

Academic Calendar

Stay on top of key dates with our Academic Calendar. Here, you’ll find important deadlines, semester start and end dates, holidays, and more to help you plan your year.

Guaranteed Admissions

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