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Non-Degree Programs

Workforce Training

Workforce Training Assistance

Wake Tech offers workforce training programs for dozens of occupations, and financial assistance may be available for students interested in courses that aren't part of Wake Tech's Propel program.

Search the list of courses to find a program that interests you, and email [email protected] for more information about possible assistance.

Workforce Training - Scholarship Funded Certification Courses

Substitute Effective Teacher Training

Non-certified substitute teachers: Increase your daily pay in Wake County! Develop strategies for managing your classroom and delivering instruction, as well as becoming familiar with NC school laws and administrative expectations throughout K-12. 100% attendance required. For Wake County hiring qualifications and daily pay rates, go to https://www.wcpss.net/Page/46964.

Course Objectives

be able to explain the impact of substitute teaching on students' learning.

demonstrate an understanding of classroom management techniques.

utilize different instructional strategies to analyze and design appropriate lessons.



Outline of instruction

Understanding the Importance of Substitute Teaching

Classroom Management Part 1

Classroom Management Part 2

Lesson Plans and Instructional Strategies

Sharing Resources


CEUs

2

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

Certification

None

Website

None

Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements

CE or CU Articulation

No

Prerequisites

None

Text and Supplies Needed

All materials are provided in the class.

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

None

Requirements for Successful Completion

attendance

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

Substitute teachers

Specific Industry or Business Support Needs

Effective Teacher Training Substitute

Wake County Need for Industry Positions

Wake County Public Schools employs approximately 1,000 "Highly Qualified" substitutes each day throughout its school system.

Industry or Job Titles Related to training Outcomes for Employment

Related Courses

Course Contact Information

Community & Career Education Staff
919-532-5700
[email protected]

Current Opportunities
Details Section Date(s) Location Price Seats  
317428 09/16/25 - 10/16/25 Online 77.00 0  

If you would like to be notified when additional sections become available, please use Wake Tech's Notify Me service.

FAA Part 107: Commercial Drone (UAS) Pilot Exam Training

Careful - flying a drone can get you into legal trouble if you don't know the rules. But once you know them, there's money to be made! The FAA now requires all commercial drone pilots to pass a certification test to pilot a UAS (Unmanned Aerial System). This course prepares you for that test with classroom instruction and instructor feedback.

Course Objectives

Students will understand drone safety and preflight basics, as well as aircraft systems, flight Operations, National Airspace Systems, weather and how laws apply to commercial and recreational UAS uses.



Outline of instruction

1.FAA & NCDOT Requirements and Laws
2. Safety/Preflight basics
3. Aircraft Systems
4. Recognizing airspace & their regulations
5. Weather
6. Flight operations
7. Drone Uses
8. Exam preparation and practice test


CEUs

0

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

Certification

None

Website

None

Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements

CE or CU Articulation

No

Prerequisites

None

Text and Supplies Needed

None

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

None

Requirements for Successful Completion

attendance

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

Anyone interested in using a drone for business purposes, have questions about commercial uses, or are seeking more knowledge for recreational use.

Specific Industry or Business Support Needs

N/A

Wake County Need for Industry Positions

N/A

Industry or Job Titles Related to training Outcomes for Employment

Related Courses

Course Contact Information

Community & Career Education Staff
919-532-5700
[email protected]

Current Opportunities
Details Section Date(s) Location Price Seats  
317177 10/21/25 - 11/18/25 Online 193.00 17 Register

If you would like to be notified when additional sections become available, please use Wake Tech's Notify Me service.

Natural Hair Specialist

This 348-hour course teaches students how to care for natural hair without using hair color, perms, relaxers, or other chemicals. The course includes styling techniques such as braiding, twisting, wrapping, extending, and locking natural hair. It also covers bacteriology and infection control, client consultations, business management, professional ethics, and more. Students will be able to practice and apply their skills on clients who visit the Wake Tech salon. Upon completion of the course, they will be able to take the NC State Board of Cosmetic Art's exam to become a licensed Natural Hair Care Specialist.

Course Objectives

The student will be able to state the difference between cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization.

The student will be able to identify infection control procedures in the salon.


The student will learn to select wisely, care for, and use properly the commercial products that are related to the application of natural hair treatments.

The student will develop the technical skills required in the practice of a natural hair beauty culture.

The student will be able to identify and create protective styles techniques for natural hair.

The student will prepare for state board examinations in order to obtain a license to practice natural hair.


Outline of instruction

Week 1 & 2

Orientation-Powerpoint
Class Introductions, student handbook, class rules/expectations, and kit inventory.

Use Natural Hair Curriculum
Definition of (14a) Natural Hair Care

Theory:
Infection Control and Blood Exposure Procedures as defined in 21 NCAC subchapter 14H.
Chapter 2 Infection Control explain all that does not apply for our State within Chapter 2 of Milady

Practical:
Demo, teach, and practice Infection Control and Blood Exposure Procedures.
Introduce and explain Rubrics
Student practice
Performance Evals testing at end of two weeks using approved SB Rubrics

Week 3
Review Infection Control and Blood exposure procedures
Theory:
Bacteriology and Board laws, regulations, Board website, and licensure scope of practice (use Natural Hair Curriculum)

Teach 21 NCAC 14H. 0403 and Demo Station Set up of workstation using 21 NCAC 14H. 0403 North Carolina State Board of Cosmetic Arts Rules and Regulations on how to
Maintain a safe working environment.

Practical:
1. Sanitation, Disinfection Procedures, and Safety Procedures.
2. Station Set up
3. Show and tell; Single use implements
4. Show and tell how to dispense or remove products for use from containers

Student practice
Infection Control
End of week
End of week Student Evaluations:
Infection Control
Blood Exposure Self and Client
Cont' Performance Evals testing

Week 4
Theory:
Chapter 1 & Shampooing and Draping
Test Friday

Practical:
Demo and teach
1. Draping, Shampoo and Condition Manikins
2. Sectioning for Scalp Treatments
Student practice

Performance Evaluation

Week 5
Review Shampoo and draping/scalp analysis
Product Knowledge
A. Purpose and chemistry of shampoos and conditioners
B. Scalp conditioning services
C. Procedure
D. Scalp Massage
E. Scalp and hair analysis
I. Client consultation/contact

D. Analysis to provide proper service.

Theory:
Chapter 3 Personal and Professional Success & Blow dry and thermal Iron
Test Friday

Practical:
Explore.
Demo and teach Blow Dry and Thermal Iron

Student practice:
Station Set up
Draping
Shampoo
Condition
Blow Dry and Thermal Iron
Performance Evaluation (End of week)

Week 6 & 7
Review: chapter 3
Theory:
Chapter 4 The Professional Consultation
a. Procedures; ex.Scientific Brushing
b. How to service clients with special needs
Test Friday
Week 7
Chapter 5 Hair Types, Structure, and Textural Differences

Hair structure and growth cycle
1. Hair type and wave pattern
Midterm Test- Chapters 1-5 on Friday

Introduce Performance Sheets
Station Assignments

Practical:
Teach and demo Twisting techniques

Station Setups
student practice:

Two-Strand Twists

Chapter Test- Friday

Rubric Practice
Cont' Performance Evaluation Testing

Week 8
Review: Chapt. 4&5
A. Ethics
B. Communication/Consultation
C. Record keeping

Theory: Chapter 6 Hair and Scalp Diseases and Disorders
Chapter test
Identify and Discuss different Bacterias and Scalp Infections

Practical:
Teach and Demo Wrapping and extending techniques
2 strand overlap
3 strand overbraid and underbraid
Invisible Braid
Nubian Coils

Station Set up
Kit Check

Student Practice

Service evaluations

Week 9
Review chapter 6
Theory:
Chapter 7 Basic Anatomy, Physiology, and Nutrition
Anatomy of the head and neck
Chapter test

Practical:
Teach and Demo Single Box braids and braid removal
Student practice

Service evaluations

Week 10
Review: Chapt 7
Face shape and structure and anatomy of head and neck

Theory:
Chapter 8 Shampoo, Conditioners, Herbal Treatments, and Rinses
Chapter Test

Practical: Demo Consultations
Student Practice

Clients/Performance Sheets

Service evaluations

Week 11
Review chpt 8
Theory:
Chapter 9 Textured Hair is Manageable and Protective Styles
A. Purpose, definitions, and techniques for Loc Grooming
B. Tools, implements, and materials needed

Practical: Teach and Demo knots and locs

Student practice

Service Evaluations

Week 12
Review chpt 9
Theory:
Chapter 10 Natural Hair and Braiding Sculpting Techniques
Chapter Test

Practical: Teach and Demo Track and sew weft
Crochet weave
Feed- in cornrows
Yarn braids

Student Practice

Service Evaluations

Week 13
Review Chpt 10
Theory:
Small Business Class

Moc State Board prep

Student practice
Lock style and procedures
A. Purpose, definitions, and techniques
1. Comb technique
2. Palm roll
B. Tools, implements, and materials
C. Placement, design, and direction
D. Developmental phases
E. Maintenance

Week 14
Mock State Board Practice
Practical

Week 15
Review previous chapters
Theory:
Physiology and Trichology

Practical:
Teach and Demo Wig Making and adding hair extensions

Placement, design, and direction
Adding extensions-NO Glue
Artificial hair

Student Practice

Week 16

Small Business Center/ Business Class
Chapter Test
Clients/Performance Sheets
Review for Final
Timed Performances
Clients/Performance Sheets

Week 17
Mock State Board Practical Exam
Review and prepare students for the State Board Exam and go over the application procedure for DL Roope.
Project Sheets due

Small Business Center/ Business Class
Protective Styles
Final Exam
Clients/Performance Sheets
Practice and Prepare for Mock State Board Practical


CEUs

0

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

Certification

North Carolina State Board of Cosmetics Arts

Website

www.nccosmeticarts.com

Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements

N/A


CE or CU Articulation

No

Prerequisites

None

Text and Supplies Needed

Milady Standard Natural Hair Care and Braiding and the workbook
Latch hook Crochet needle
Curved weaving hair extension needle
Thread
Hair on weft for sew-in weave

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

N/A

Requirements for Successful Completion

90% attendance

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

N/A

Specific Industry or Business Support Needs

N/A

Wake County Need for Industry Positions

N/A

Industry or Job Titles Related to training Outcomes for Employment

Natural Hair Care Specialist

Related Courses

Course Contact Information

Maribel Jefferies
919-334-1590
[email protected]

No active courses available at this time.

To be notified when this course becomes available, please use Wake Tech's Notify Me service.

Wake Tech Auctioneer Academy

Are you ready to become an auctioneer? Taking bids now! This course provides a working knowledge of the auction business, including conducting auctions, ethics, contract drafting, bid calling, basic mathematical computations and percentages, advertising, settlement statements, and laws and rules related to auctioneering. Upon completion, students can take the license exam offered by the North Carolina Auctioneer Board.

Course Objectives

Learn the standards and rules of Auctioneering

Learn the bid processes required for auctions.

Learn the math and requirements for becoming an auctioneer.


Outline of instruction

15 Hours - Bid Calling, Voice Control, Proper Breathing Techniques,
and Use and Sequence of Numbers;

4 Hours - Advertising and Marketing;

8 Hours - Auctioneers Law and Rules and Regulations;

2 Hours - Uniform Commercial Code

2 Hours - Drafting and Negotiating Contracts;

2 Hours - Closing Statements and Settlements;

8 Hours - Accounting and Mathematics;

2 Hours - Auctioneering Ethics;

2 Hours - Handling Sale Proceeds and Escrow Accounts;

2 Hours - Auction Preparation and Setup; and

3 Hours - Review and Testing (End of Course).

Supplemental Topics for 30+ hours includes: Antiques Heavy Equipment, Real Estate Automobiles, Technology Cattle and Livestock, Environmental Issues Public Speaking, Computers Estate Sales, Firearms Appraising, Foreclosure and Bankruptcy Sales Sales Tax Requirements, Art, Rugs, Jewelry Ring Work, Body Language, Consignment Auctions, Farm Machinery, Cyber Security and Client Property Protection.


CEUs

9.6

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

Certification

North Carolina Auctioneer Board

Website

http://www.ncalb.org/

Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements

Working knowledge of the auction business including conduct of auctions, auctioneering ethics, contract drafting, bid calling, basic mathematical computations and percentages, advertising,
settlement statements, and laws and rules that relate to the auctioneering profession; the provisions of the licensing law.


CE or CU Articulation

No

Prerequisites

None

Text and Supplies Needed

None

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

None

Requirements for Successful Completion

90% attendance
Pass end of course test.

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

This course prepares students to be Auctioneers.

Specific Industry or Business Support Needs

Auctioneer

Wake County Need for Industry Positions

N/A

Industry or Job Titles Related to training Outcomes for Employment

Auctioneer

Related Courses

Course Contact Information

Community & Career Education Staff
919-532-5700
[email protected]

No active courses available at this time.

To be notified when this course becomes available, please use Wake Tech's Notify Me service.

Barbering I - Introduction

Are you creative? Do you want a career instead of a job? Have you dreamed of owning your own business? If so, the barbering field may be for you! Become part of an industry that's always in demand! Prepare for employment as an apprentice and as a registered barber. Learn theory and practice for cutting, coloring, styling, and relaxing hair; shampooing and scalp treatments; shaving; and facials. Learn about barbering products, customer service, and barber shop management. Instructors are licensed by the state board and stay current on new methods and services, seminars, and conferences. For more information, please visit: https://barbering.waketech.edu.

Course Objectives

Learn Study Skills, The History of Barbering, Professional Image, Bacteriology, Infection Control and a Safe Work Practices

Learn Implements, Tools, and Equipment, Anatomy and Physiology, Chemistry

Learn Shaving and Facial Design, Men's Haircutting and Styling, Haircoloring and Lightening, and Barbershop Management


Outline of instruction

Lesson 1 & 2:
• Study Skills
• The History of Barbering
• Professional Image
• Barbershop Management

Lesson 3 & 4:
• Bacteriology
• Infection Control

Lesson 5 & 6:
• Safe Work Practices
• Implements, Tools, and equipment

Lesson 7 & 8:
• Anatomy and Physiology

Lesson 9 & 10:
• Chemistry

Lesson 11 & 12:
• Shaving and Facial Design

Lesson 13 & 14:
• Men's Haircutting and Styling
• Haircoloring and Lightening


CEUs

0

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

Certification

NC Board of Barber Examiners

Website

http://www.ncga.state.nc.us/EnactedLegislation/Statutes/HTML/ByChapter/…

Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements

NC Barber License


CE or CU Articulation

No

Prerequisites

Barber School Orientation and Career Readiness Certificate.

Text and Supplies Needed

Milady's Standard: Professional Barbering Textbook & Workbook, a styling mannequin and barber supplies.

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

None

Requirements for Successful Completion

90% attendance

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

Public

Specific Industry or Business Support Needs

N/A

Wake County Need for Industry Positions

N/A

Industry or Job Titles Related to training Outcomes for Employment

Professional Barber-Stylist

Related Courses

BAR-3100D7

BAR-3100C7


Course Contact Information

William Graham
919-866-5727
[email protected]

No active courses available at this time.

To be notified when this course becomes available, please use Wake Tech's Notify Me service.

Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician Training (CAMT)

This course prepares students for entry-level employment in maintenance in the rental housing industry. It covers interior and exterior maintenance, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and appliance repair - and includes lectures and hands-on labs. On completion, students will have met one of the requirements for the Certificate for Apartment Maintenance Technicians (CAMT) and will be eligible to take the Section 608 EPA and CAMT Exams. (There is a separate $25 EPA exam fee, payable by credit or debit card.) Students should wear safety clothes, gloves, shoes, and glasses to class and should bring pen/pencil, photo ID, battery-powered calculator, and their own tools and materials.

Course Objectives

a. Understand roles and responsibilities in electrical maintenance and repair
b. Understand roles and responsibilities in plumbing maintenance and repair
c. Understand roles and responsibilities in air conditioning maintenance and repair
d. Understand roles and responsibilities in maintaining and repairing heating systems
e. Understand roles and responsibilities in appliance maintenance and repair
f. Understand the apartment business
g. Understand people, projects and profit
h. Practice proper safety measures when handling refrigerants and oils


Outline of instruction

1. 1. Inside the Apartment Business
a. Maintaining the Community
b. Safety First
c. Compliance Matters
d. Customer Service
2. People, Projects and Profits
a. People
b. Projects
c. Profit
d. Practice scenarios
3. The Future of Air Conditioning In the Apartment Industry
a. EPA: What you should know about refrigerants
b. Save it or replace it?
c. 13 SEER; HCFC-22
d. R-410a; R407c
e. Oils; Clean Air Act
4-5. Interior and Exterior Maintenance and Repair
a. Make-ready maintenance
b. Caulking
c. Ceilings and walls
d. Locks
e. Tile
f. Other interior maintenance topics identified during discussions
g. Curb appeal
h. Swimming pool area safety
I. Inspections of building exteriors
6-13 Electrical Maintenance and Repair
a. Roles and responsibilities in electrical maintenance and repair. Electrical basics,
terms, wiring, and safety
c. Tools and equipment for electrical repairs
d. Main service panels, wall switches, receptacles and smoke alarms
e. Incandescent and fluorescent light fixtures
14-17 Plumbing Maintenance and Repair
a. Role and responsibilities in plumbing maintenance and repair
b. Plumbing basics, pipes and fittings, terms and safety
c. Tools and equipment for plumbing repairs
d. Shut off valves
e. Faucets and sinks
f. Garbage disposals
g. Tubs and showers
h. Toilets
I. Drains
j. Water heaters
18-26. Air Conditioning Maintenance and Repair
a. Roles and responsibilities in air conditioning maintenance and repair
b. Air conditioning safety
c. Tools and equipment for air conditioning repairs
d. Refrigerants and their special properties
e. The air conditioning system
f. Simple fixes
g. Refrigerant system repairs
h. Electrical system repairs
i. Air distribution system repairs
27-33. Heating Systems Maintenance and Repair
a. Roles and responsibilities in maintaining and repairing heating systems
b. Heating safety
c. Tools and equipment for heating repairs
d. Air distribution
e. Electric furnaces
f. Electric baseboard heating
g. Gas furnaces
h. Hydroid heating
34-37. Appliance Maintenance and Repair
a. Roles and responsibilities in appliance maintenance and repair
b. Diagnosing appliance problems
c. Appliance safety
d. Tools and equipment for appliance repairs
e. Clothes dryers and washers
f. Ovens and cooktops
g. Dishwashers
h. Refrigerators
38. EPA 608
a. Ozone depletion
b. Clean Air Act and Montreal protocol
c. Section 608 regulations
d. Substitute refrigerants and oils
e. Refrigeration
f. Recovery Techniques
g. Three R's
h. Dehydration Evacuation
i. Safety
j. Shipping
k. EPA review and test
39. Human Resources
a. Customer service
b. Sexual harassment and fair housing

Note: Instructors may change the course schedule to better serve the students in the class


CEUs

9.6

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

Certification

National Apartment Association Education Institute (NAAEI), EPA 608

Website

http://www.naahq.org/learn/education/certification-for-apartment-mainte…
www.epa.gov; www.nclicensing.org

Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements

CAMT:
1. Certificate candidates must complete the following within 12 months of declaring
candidacy for CAMT to receive the Certificate for Apartment Maintenance Technicians
designation:
- One year of apartment or rental housing maintenance experience
- CAMT Training
- Pass the CAMT Exam
For more information review the CAMT Skill Standards and the Candidate Handbook.



CE or CU Articulation

No

Prerequisites

Students must have basic knowledge or experience in general apartment maintenance.

Text and Supplies Needed

CAMT Text Book (wake tech will provide), ESCO Institute EPA Certification Preparatory Manual (wake tech will provide), Battery Powered Calculator, Pen/Pencil, photo ID. Students should bring their own tools/materials and wear safety clothes, gloves, shoes, and glasses.

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

None

Requirements for Successful Completion

90% attendance
Successful completion of this course requires 90% attendance and satisfactory class participation (i.e., be able to demonstrate proficiency in all concepts taught). If a student has extenuating circumstances causing absences of greater than 10% of the class time, the student must make arrangements with the instructor to provide evidence of keeping up with the class material and making up the work, exercises, and projects missed; or demonstrate competency in the course objectives. Students with irregular attendance, less than 90% attendance, or is unable to demonstrate competency will receive a grade of NG (no grade).,Student must have 100% attendance during the EPA training to be eligible to present the test, students must achieve a minimum of type 1 & 2 on EPA 608 in order to be eligible to receive the certificate of completion. ,Students must arrive on time on testing day. Students will not be allowed into the classroom after the test begins. NO makeup testing date will be offered.,Students must have a passing grade of 66 on CAMT exam in order to obtain the certificate of completion..

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

Students interested in working as Maintenance Technicians

Specific Industry or Business Support Needs

Apartment Maintenance Technicians

Wake County Need for Industry Positions

Yes. Maintenance Technicians

Industry or Job Titles Related to training Outcomes for Employment

HVAC Technicians

Apartment Maintenance Technician

Related Courses

SEF-3001AW2

AHR-3131A2


Course Contact Information

Larry Buie
919-334-1611
[email protected]

No active courses available at this time.

To be notified when this course becomes available, please use Wake Tech's Notify Me service.