To enroll in NCCCS Learn and Earn Online courses students will need to complete a few simple steps. Once completed students will have an understanding of online learning environments, how to enroll in a NCCCS institutions, how to select courses, and how to register for courses.
North Carolina Community Colleges are committed to providing you with a solid foundation on which to successfully achieve your educational goals.
To begin the processes of enrolling in NCCCS Learn and Earn Online courses contact your school counselor and distance learning facilitator. They will provide you with specific information regarding your high school course requirements and how you can meet those requirements by completing Learn and Earn Online courses.
Once you and your counselor have selected the courses you need then use the following resources and links to assist you in selecting a community college, locating courses, applying for admission, and much more.
Selecting a Community CollegeThe North Carolina Community College System is comprised of 58 community colleges. Locate a participating NCCCS Learn and Earn community college near you.
Selecting a CourseEach participating Learn and Earn NCCCS community college offers a wide range of online courses each semester. Although, every college does not offer every course you can find courses ranging from A (Art) to Z (Zoology) being offered online by a NCCCS community college. View the courses being offered.
Once you have selected a community college the next step is to complete an admissions application. The North Carolina Community College System joined with the College Foundation of North Carolina in developing an Online Admissions Application that a student can complete once and send to multiple institutions. Complete an online admissions application.
Preparing for Online LearningOnline learning provides tremendous educational opportunities by increasing access to courses and enhancing learning. To take full advantage of this opportunity students’ need to be prepared for this learning environment. You are encouraged to use the links below to become familiar with the skills needed to be successful in an online learning environment.
- NCCCS Student Orientation to Online Learning
- Study Guides- this is a link to a site that provides guides on a wide range of topics related to online learning. These guides include communicating online, studying for online courses, reading, time management, test taking and much more.
- Understanding Your Learning Style– everyone has a learning style. Knowing and understanding your learning style will assist you in enhancing your strengths and compensating for any weaknesses.
- Acquiring Effective Study Habits in Five Easy Steps.
- Ten Tips To Effective Writing