Safe Driver (4 hours)

Online

Online Defensive Driving training is available to students when pre-approved by the DA in the area the ticket was received. Please call 252-335-0821 ext. 2250.

This four-hour class is designed to increase awareness of the need for and the benefits of defensive driving. May help you get a discount on your auto insurance or lower your points. Class may meet court requirements if you get a ticket. Price includes workbook. You must be pre-registered to attend class. You’ll receive a certificate after the class is finished.

Attitudinal Dynamics of Driving (8 hours)

COA – Elizabeth City: traditional/seated

This class is designed to help you understand the connection between choices and consequences, and help you develop a plan to change your driving choices and behaviors. This course is designed for traffic violators and court referrals for drivers with excessive violations, or for drivers with poor driving habits. Price includes workbook. You must be pre-registered to attend class. You’ll receive a certificate after the class is finished.

Motorcycle Safety Foundation© (MSF): Basic Rider Course

COA – Elizabeth City

Learn in an atmosphere proven to reduce the risks of motorcycling. Most self-taught riders are unaware of the skills needed to minimize chances of accidents or injuries. You’ll be amazed with your newly-found skills and confidence. Even experienced riders have expressed appreciation for the skills they have learned.

Successful completion of this class will exempt you from the riding skills portion of the DMV Endorsement test, but you’ll still need to pass a written exam in order to earn that endorsement. Many insurance companies offer premium discounts for successful graduates of this course. Fee includes textbook.

• No prior motorcycle and or knowledge is needed
• A motorcycle endorsement or permit is not required
• This course is physically demanding
• Motorcycles, Department of Transportation approved helmets (we’ll have a limited supply of loaner helmets if you don’t have your own) and training manuals are provided
• Students must wear an approved helmet, over-the-ankle footwear, long pants, a long-sleeved shirt or jacket, full-fingered gloves, and protective eyewear at all times during training

Pre-registration, at least three days prior to the beginning of the class is required. Seats are limited to 10 students per course.

Note: Students are required to bring their own face mask, helmet, gloves and drinks/snacks.

MSF: Experienced Rider Course

COA – Elizabeth City

 CDL Class B with Passenger Endorsement

COA – Edenton-Chowan: traditional

 CDL Class B with Passenger Endorsement Class Registration Requirements

Truck Driver Training- Class A

COA – Edenton-Chowan

*The book and a valid driver’s license or photo ID are required; one must be a High School/GED graduate. Notary Public Manual for North Carolina 11th ed. 2016 is required to own, should be read before the class, and can be purchased from the COA Bookstore 252-331-5964 in Elizabeth City or NC Secretary of State website. You will be responsible for mailing the notary certificate fee to the state after successfully completing the class and test. If you have an unexpired commission and need to renew, please go online to the NC Secretary of State website. Students must provide a current state or federal picture identification for admission to the class. The ID must be a valid (not expired) ID with a picture of the face and either signature or physical descriptors or both. Temporary licenses will not be accepted.
**Students must possess their own personal copy of the Notary Public Manual.

North Carolina General Statutes (NCGS)

NCGS 10B-5(b) provided the following requirements to be commissioned as a Notary Public in North Carolina:

1. Be at least 18 years of age;
2. Reside or have a regular place of work or business in this State;
3. Reside legally in the United States;
4. Speak, read and write the English language;
5. Possess a high school diploma or equivalent;
6. Pass the course of instruction described in this Article, unless the person is a licensed member of the North Carolina State Bar;
7. Purchase and keep as a reference the most recent manual approved by the Secretary that describes the duties and authority of notaries public;
8. Submit an application containing no significant misstatement or omission of fact; and
9. No criminal record.

If you have questions about eligibility for being commissioned as a Notary in North Carolina, call the Secretary of State of Notary Public Section at 919-814-5400 before you register to have your questions answered.

Syn number	Date	Day	Time	Fee	Instructor	Room
66196	12/9/2023	Saturday	9:00 a.m. – 05:00 p.m.	$70	D. Gatling	FC 121A
67531	January 13, 2024	Saturday	9:00 a.m. – 05:00 p.m.	$70	D. Gatling	FC 121A
67532	February 10, 2024	Saturday	9:00 a.m. – 05:00 p.m.	$70	D. Gatling	FC 121A
67534	March 9, 2024	Saturday	9:00 a.m. – 05:00 p.m.	$70	D. Gatling	FC 121A
67535	April 13, 2024	Saturday	9:00 a.m. – 05:00 p.m.	$70	D. Gatling	FC 121A
67536	May 11, 2024	Saturday	9:00 a.m. – 05:00 p.m.	$70	D. Gatling	FC 121A

E-Notary

COA – Elizabeth City

This course is designed for instructional areas related to individuals who want to become commissioned as an electronic notary. Topics include legal, ethical and procedural requirements of the Notary Act set forth in the General Statute 10B Article 2. Upon completion of this course with a passing exam grade of 80%, a person is eligible to make an application with the NC Secretary of State office. Individuals must have a current notary commission to participate in E-notary training. Please bring with you a valid Driver’s License (needs to be a clear picture, not faded & not expired) & your current Notary Public number. Your E-Notary Manual will be provided in class.

American Heart Association (AHA) Class Schedules

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Class Schedules

Mental Health First Aid

COA – Elizabeth City: traditional

Credential: Mental Health First Aid Certification, National Council for Behavioral Health

This 8-hour course in Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. The training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a crisis.

Medication Aide

This course will cover topics on medication administration for long-term care. It’s designed to meet the training requirements to become a Medication Aide. Upon successful completion, you’ll be eligible to take the state competency exam. The Medication Aide Manual can be purchased at the COA – Elizabeth City bookstore.

Prerequisites

1. You must have a high school diploma or GED and you must be CNA certified to take the state exam
2. Testing/Reading requirements: High school diploma/GED or Reading placement test score or college-level English with a 10th-grade reading level, or CASAS score of “244 to 248” (maximum of two tests, at least seven days apart, within 90 days, then recommend remediation prior to testing again for a third try)

Introduction to Basic Computers

COA – Elizabeth City: traditional

You’ll learn basic computer skills necessary in the workplace or at home. The course consists of an introduction to basic computer skills and terminology and word processing using Microsoft Word, Access, PowerPoint and Excel, how to send attachments, surf the World Wide Web, search, and emails. You’ll learn how to use basic computer tools to complete simple cut and paste tasks using the mouse and keyboard.

Introduction to Microsoft Excel™

COA – Elizabeth City

This class will cover the basics of Excel: Creating a new spreadsheet, basic computations, basic formatting, and column and row manipulations. Basic computer skills are required. You will need to have access to a computer with Excel on it at home to practice.

Beyond Excel Basics

COA – Elizabeth City

Now let’s go beyond the basics of creating a spreadsheet. This class will take you a little further in the Excel world. How can I use formulas and use data to create graphs? Prior Excel experience is required.

Introduction to Microsoft Word

COA – Elizabeth City

This class will cover the basics of Microsoft Word. Creating a new document and basic formatting. Basic computer skills are required. You will need to have access to a computer with Word on it at home to practice.

Beyond Word Basics

COA – Elizabeth City

Now let’s go beyond the basics of creating a document. This class will should you how to create memos, basic letters and the use of templates. Prior Microsoft Word experience is required.

Intro to Auto Desk Auto CAD 2023

COA – Currituck: hybrid

This course is for new users to AutoCAD and those looking to refresh skills on the 2023 version of AutoDesk AutoCAD. Free 1 year license and install assistance of program for your machine. On campus lab and remote attendance are available.

CNC Router – CAM

COA – Currituck

This course introduces the concepts and capabilities of CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machine tools (Router specific). Topics include setup, operation, and basic applications. Upon completion, students should be able to explain operator safety, machine protection, data input, program preparation, and program storage. This course introduces the manual programming, setup, and operation of CNC Router. Topics include programming formats, control functions, program editing, part production, and inspection. This course introduces CAD/CAM. Emphasis is placed on transferring part geometry from CAD to CAM for the development of a CNC-ready program. Upon completion, students should be able to use CAD/CAM software to produce a CNC program.

OSHA 10 General Industry (10 hours)

COA – Currituck: traditional

This class helps to ensure that workers are more knowledgeable about workplace hazards and rights. This class is for entry-level workers or anyone seeking an OSHA 10 General Industry card. Participants must attend the full class and meet the requirement to receive card.

Manicuring

COA – Elizabeth City: blended

The Manicuring/Nail Technology course provides competency-based knowledge, scientific/artistic principles and hands-on fundamentals associated with the nail technology industry. The course provides a simulated salon environment which enables you to develop manipulative skills. Course work includes instruction in all phases of professional nail technology, business/computer principles, product knowledge and other related topics. Supply list included once registered. Limited to 10 students.

Requirements

Manicuring students must:

• Have a high school diploma or GED
• Attend orientation
• Bring their Social Security card to the first day of class
• Bring a state-issued identification or Driver’s License to the first day of class

Mandatory Orientation: 12/14/23 11 a.m. FC-121 A

Introduction to Residential Plumbing

COA – Elizabeth City: traditional

Topics will include installation and maintenance of piping, fittings, valves along with tool safety, and standard practices in the plumbing industry. Upon completion students should have basic knowledge of installing and maintaining basic residential plumbing components and fixtures. This class will consist of classroom work as well as work in the plumbing lab.

Intro to Welding

COA – Elizabeth City: traditional

Starting with safety guidelines, the course content will be specific to SMAW (stick) with an introduction to GMAW (mig) and FCAW (flux-core) welding. Students will participate in question-answer sessions and hands-on to gain basic knowledge in the setup and operation of various power sources that operate these processes. Upon completion, students will have a basic knowledge of various industry standards and certifications.

Personal items required for Welding program include a welding helmet (auto darkening is a plus), safety glasses, ear plugs, tip cleaners, welding jacket with leather sleeves, steel-toed leather boots (with high sides), welding gloves. Kits can be purchased through COA’s bookstore. This class will run concurrently with Advanced Welding.

Advanced Welding II (30 hours)

COA – Elizabeth City: traditional

Students must have completed Basic Welding I or have permission from Jeff Spear to enroll. For more information, contact Mr. Spear at 252-335-0821 ext. 2335 or [email protected].

Students will advance more into SMAW (stick), GMAW (MIG), and FCAW (flux-core) with an introduction into GTAW (tig) welding. Students will participate in question-answer sessions and hands-on to gain basic knowledge in the setup and operation of various power sources that operate these processes. Upon completion, students will have the basic knowledge of various industry standards. A textbook will be provided.

Personal items required for the Welding program include a welding helmet (auto-darkening is a plus), safety glasses, earplugs, tip cleaners, welding jacket with leather sleeves, steel-toed leather boots (with high sides) and welding gloves.

Watercolors – Intermediate & Beyond

COA – Elizabeth City

Let’s Get Started and Have Fun with Watercolor is a course for the intermediate and beyond students. This course provides an introduction, as well as a review of, the basics in painting with watercolor. It focuses on materials and techniques as a foundation to create luminous watercolor paintings. Emphasis will be placed on helping each participant to further develop a creative and individual style of painting.

Acrylic and Mixed Media Painting

COA – Elizabeth City

This course is a painting survey course where participants will have the opportunity to explore several mediums in the creative and painting process, including painting, collage and mono-print. This course will also focus on acrylic techniques. You’ll have the flexibility in the subjects they depict. A supply list will be given on the first day of class.

Pottery Workshop with Seagrove Potter, Ben Owen III

Wheel Throwing

COA – Elizabeth City

This class is for beginners and intermediate students. You’ll learn basic information on the use of the potter’s wheel. Instruction and demonstrations will be given for preparing the clay (wedging) and basic throwing techniques such as centering and pulling a nine-inch cylinder. Then the class advances to throwing functional pieces of pottery: cups, mugs and bowls. We’ll discuss glazes, surface design and decoration that can be used on finished work. You’ll need to bring an apron and wear appropriate clothing. Registration includes supplies.