South Piedmont now ranks third in the state for customized training.
In fiscal year 2025, South Piedmont trained 1,277 employees across Anson and Union counties. The cost of those trainings was $743,000, fully covered by NCEdge, and the value to employers is at least triple that, over $2 million in workforce impact.
“While rankings aren’t our focus, it is gratifying to be part of the tremendous growth in customized training at South Piedmont,” said Director of Corporate Education & Training Latoya Billings.
“It’s a testament to the trust that is being placed in South Piedmont by both our state and industry partners.”
In total, South Piedmont’s Corporate Education & Training department is managing more than $2.5 million in active projects.
Two years ago, South Piedmont ranked in the lower quartile of the state’s 58 community colleges for customized training. In fiscal year 2025, only Wake Tech and Gaston College outpaced South Piedmont in customized training.
“Latoya and her team have set a new benchmark for what’s possible,” said President Dr. Stacy Waters-Bailey.
South Piedmont’s Customized Training programs range from leadership and communication to safety and technical training – and everything in between.
NC Edge is an initiative by the North Carolina Community College System to provide customized training and workforce development for businesses that qualify to enhance their workforce and fuel the state’s economy.
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