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Carteret Community College

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School Notes:

• Founded in 1963, Carteret Community College is one of 59 institutions comprising the N.C. Community College System. Located in Morehead City, N.C., the college lies on the shores of the beautiful Bogue Sound -- part of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway.
• In the early years, the college offered a limited number of vocational technical courses such as marine diesel, small engine repair, air conditioning and heating, and electrical. Today, the college features a wide-range of educational, technical and vocational programs.
• With more than 100 courses to choose from, students can pursue programs leading to a certificate, diploma or associate degree. The courses of study include: Aquaculture, Basic Law Enforcement, Business Administration, Construction Trades, Cosmetology, Criminal Justice, Culinary Technology, Early Childhood Associate/Teacher Associate, Electrical/Electronics, Emergency Medical/Paramedic, Esthetics, Fine Arts, Firefighter Training, Information Systems, Interior Design, Internet Technologies, Healthcare Management, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Marine Propulsion, Office Systems Technology, Paralegal Technology, Photographic Technology, Therapeutic Massage, Therapeutic Recreation, Welding, and a wide range of Health Science programs.
• The college transfer curriculum is one of the most popular programs, and enables students to obtain an associate in arts or associate in science degree and transfer to a four-year institution. Additionally, the college offers a variety of Corporate and Community Education courses to provide general education opportunities for upgrading job skills, gaining certification, and satisfying personal interests. These courses are offered on a continual basis, and include: several pre-licensing courses, computer applications, desktop publishing, First Aid/CPR, emergency medical technician certification, and a variety of Basic Skills courses.
• Accredited by the Southern Association Colleges and Schools since 1974, the college has 130 full-time and 248 part-time employees who provide quality education, training and support. Using innovative means of instruction such as telecourses and Internet-based courses, the college is committed to creating an accessible positive learning environment.
• Profile last updated: 08/22/2008.

In the News:

• Fire victim decides to open thrift store (Carteret County News-Times)
  posted on November 18, 2009 at 12:28:11 pm
  MOREHEAD CITY — An event involving a fire victim being turned down for a couch and chair at The Salvation Army Nov. 2 has taken a surprising twist.
• CCC clarifies position on firearms (Carteret County News-Times)
  posted on November 14, 2009 at 01:27:51 pm
  CHERYL BURKE MOREHEAD CITY — Carteret Community College will allow firearms on campus for legitimate events, such as gun and hunting shows, at the Crystal Coast Civic Center.
• Parade packs downtown (Carteret County News-Times)
  posted on November 9, 2009 at 11:32:10 am
  HELEN OUTLAND MOREHEAD CITY — With the streets filled to over-flowing and the air filled with the sounds of marching band, spectators from near and far came downtown Saturday for the County Veterans Council’s 2009 Veterans Day Parade to show their patriotism and honor the country’s veterans.
• Morehead City races ahead (Carteret County News-Times)
  posted on November 3, 2009 at 02:29:15 pm
  LORI WYNN MOREHEAD CITY — Two councilmen and the mayor are seeking re-election to their respective seats and will face no opposition on Election Day.
• Beaufort race features seven (Carteret County News-Times)
  posted on November 3, 2009 at 02:27:51 pm
  LORI WYNN BEAUFORT — It’s almost that time again for town residents to make their picks for the town board of commissioners and mayor, and a list of candidates have emerged for the running.

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