The Career and College Promise Program at Nash Community College
Nash Community College
Are you interested in getting a
jumpstart on your career or college
journey? If so, the Career and
College Promise Program at Nash
Community College is the place for
you!
Nash Community College is a
wonderful place! Here are some
interesting facts about this awesome
institution…..
The college was founded in 1967 and is a public two-year
post-secondary educational institution with an open door
admissions policy.
Approximately 12,000 citizens participate in programs at Nash
Community College annually.
The College is located on 111 acres midway between
Nashville and Rocky Mount, NC
The College employs approximately 500 full and part-time
faculty and staff to provide administrative and instructional
services to students.
As a comprehensive community college, ninety-nine
academic programs are offered,
While the primary service area is Nash County, the convenient
location attracts students from the surrounding counties of
Edgecombe, Franklin, Wake, Wilson, and Halifax.
Nash Community College’s mascot is the Nighthawk.
CCP at Nash Community College
One of the fabulous programs that Nash Community offers is
the Career and College Promise Program, better known as
CCP. CCP offers tuition free college classes to eligible high
school students. Many of these courses transfer to 4-year
institutions and help students start their college career with
credits already on their transcript. CTE courses can be taken
to earn job credentials and certificates, helping students
become more versatile in the job market. Either way, the
CCP Program is a wonderful opportunity for high school
students to experience the rigors of college and explore a
multitude of careers, all tuition free!
So…what are the
benefits?
Academic Benefits
•
College Transfer Courses:
Students who take college transfer classes
earn tuition-free course credits toward a
four-year degree through Nash Community
College. Credit for all courses will transfer to
all UNC institutions and many of NC’s
independent colleges and universities.
•
CTE Courses:
Students who take CTE courses also earn
tuition-free course credits at Nash
Community College toward an entry-level
job credential, certificate, or diploma in a
technical career.
Financial Benefits
•
Taking college classes while in high school
can save THOUSANDS of dollars in
tuition!
Am I eligible?
Eligibility
Ninth and Tenth Grade High School Students:
Principal
Recommendation
Community College
Recommendation
Unweighted GPA of
2.8 on Official High School Transcript
College Readiness
Scores
Parental Permission Form
AIG Identified
Eleventh and Twelfth Grade High School Students:
Unweighted GPA of
2.8 on Official High School Transcript
May enter a CTE pathway with an unweighted GPA less than 2.8 with principal and college
consent
Maintaining Eligibility:
Continue to make progress towards high school
graduation
Maintain a 2.0 GPA in college coursework after completing two
courses
A student who falls below a 2.0 GPA after completing two college courses falls below the
college’s policy for satisfactory academic
progress.
Let’s explore pathways!
Pathways
The CCP Program is made up of two different types of pathways: College
Transfer and Career and Technical Education. Pathways are checklists of
courses that students may choose to take. Students are limited to
courses within their chosen pathway(s). Students may enter…
•
One college transfer pathway
-or-
•
One CTE pathway
-or-
•
Two CTE pathways (with special permission)
-or-
•
One college transfer pathway and one CTE pathway (with special
permission)
College Transfer Pathways
Associate in Arts
Associate in Engineering
Associate in Nursing
Associate in Science
Advertising and Graphic Design
Automotive Systems–Brakes and Suspension
Automotive Systems–Electrical Performance
Broadcasting and Production Technology
Business Administration
Case Management (Students need a 2.8 unweighted GPA to enter
this pathway.)
Computer Engineering Technology
Computer Integrated Machining
Computer Programming
Cosmetology
Criminal Justice
Cybersecurity
Early Childhood
Electronics Engineering
Electrical Systems Technology-Electrical Wiring
Electrical Systems Technology-Industrial Robotics
Emergency Management
Emergency Management-Fire
Hospitality-Lodging Management
Industrial Systems Technology
Medical Office Administration
Network Administration
Welding
CTE Pathways
How Do I Enroll?
Enrollment
Step One:
Students contact their high school counselor. The
counselor will direct
students to their assigned career coach at the
community
college.
Step Two:
Students complete the CCP application and submit to their
assigned career
coach, along with an official high school transcript.
Step Three:
Once the application is processed, the career coach will
provide
students with an ID number to use in setting up their Student
Portal.
Step Four:
Students submit course requests with directions
provided by
their
career
coach.
Step Five:
The career coach will register students and send their
schedule,
along with directions on obtaining required course
materials.
Step Six:
Students will participate in an orientation.
Step Seven:
Students will begin
classes.
Disability Services
As a part of enrollment procedures, students are responsible for
communicating learning needs to the
college.
Counselors assist with admission and registration as needed,
make referrals to, and work with agencies which serve the needs
of students with disabilities. At the student’s request, the ADA
Coordinator will meet with the student to assess the individual
needs, documentation, and determination of reasonable
accommodations.
Link to Disability Services
Guidebook
ADA Coordinator: Jason Rierson
(252) 451-8260
jlrierson804@nashcc.edu
)
FERPA:
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
Another important part of enrolling in college is understanding
FERPA. FERPA is federal legislation that states instructors and
college personnel cannot give out a student’s academic records,
accommodations and disabilities to anyone other than the
student, including the student’s parents. If a student wishes to
have his/her parents receive information and be able to
communicate with the college about his/her grades or other
student-specific information, a FERPA form must be completed.
Nash Community College Campus Resources
There are many resources available to students enrolled at NCC!
Campus Bookstore: Textbooks, NCC merchandise, and a wide range
of items are available in the NCC Campus Store.
Student Wellness Center (SWELL): The Student Wellness Center with
clinical outreach counseling is one way NCC connects students with
qualified professionals and community resources who can offer
support.
Tutoring Services: An array of free tutoring services are available.
Campus Library: The NCC Library provides collections, resources, and
services to support academic success, professional development,
life-long learning, and personal enrichment.
Are Scholarships
Available?
Nash Community College is committed to lifelong success of its students. The Blue Love
Scholars Program is aimed at helping individuals with their educational journey. This program
is an effort to help students with the continued increases in college expenses. Applicants
could qualify for up to two years of in-state tuition assistance.
The Blue Love Scholars Program is specifically designed to help qualifying high school
graduates with tuition assistance. The scholarship can only be applied to two-year degree
programs. Funding for the Blue Love Scholars Program is contingent on all source of student
funds available including state and federal aid, NCC scholarships and other NCC funds.
Funding will be awarded in the above order.
The application process opens in mid-March
. The application packet will include a completed
application, official transcript showing status as a junior or senior, qualifying test scores (for
the College Transfer Pathways). Home school students must also provide a copy of the Official
Non-Public School Registration Card. Students may choose one College Transfer Pathway, one
or two CTE pathways, or a combination of one College Transfer and one CTE pathway.
Blue Love Scholarship
Are There College
Transfer Opportunities?
College Transfer Opportunities
Nash Community College has partnerships with
many local colleges and universities, including
North Carolina Wesleyan College, East Carolina
University, UNC-Wilmington, and North Carolina
State University. Two of our most popular
programs are NCSU C3 and ECU Pirate Promise.
NCSU C3 Program
The Community College Collaboration (C3) is a dual-admission program between NC State and
13 community college partners. C3 is open to students immediately after completing high
school who have successfully completed at least three classes at Nash Community College.
Students admitted into the C3 Program will attend Nash Community College tuition-free to
attain their associate’s degree.
The C3 application opens in the fall, typically in November, and is open until June 1st.
Admission is on a rolling basis and students will be notified within 4 weeks after they complete
their application. C3 students will have the opportunity to participate in social events and
academic programming on NC State’s campus. Many of the community college partners will
also host C3 events on their campuses. C3 students will be assigned an NC State advisor while
they are completing their associate degree at one of our participating community colleges.
Advisors will be assigned during the student’s first term in C3. However, while NC State
advisors are here to support you during your time in C3, your primary advisor.
ECU Pirate Promise
Prepare for your future: join the Pirate Nation with Pirate Promise. This transfer program is for
students who are in their first year of coursework at their community college to attend special
events, receive advising assistance, and support before they apply to ECU. Pirate Promise is open
to students immediately after completing high school who have successfully completed at least
three classes at Nash Community College. Students admitted into the Pirate Promise Program
will attend Nash Community College tuition-free to attain their associate’s degree. The program
provides advising assistance and support before applying to ECU, as well as guaranteed
admission and a waived application fee.
Benefits include the following:
A dedicated transfer coach
ECU 1 Card
Access to resources such as Career Services, the Writing Center, Financial Aid and ECU libraries
Access to athletic events, campus recreation and other campus events
Guaranteed admission to ECU and a waived application fee with your associate degree (+2.5
GPA)
If you are interested in joining the CCP Program
at Nash Community College, please contact your
high school counselor, and he/she will connect
you with the CCP Team. We look forward to
working with you to craft your academic
journey!
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Are you interested in getting a jumpstart on your career or college journey? If so, the Career and College Promise Program at Nash Community College is the place for you!
Nash Community College is a wonderful place! Here are some interesting facts about this awesome institution .. The college was founded in 1967 and is a public two-year post-secondary educational institution with an open door admissions policy. Approximately 12,000 citizens participate in programs at Nash Community College annually. The College is located on 111 acres midway between Nashville and Rocky Mount, NC The College employs approximately 500 full and part-time faculty and staff to provide administrative and instructional services to students. As a comprehensive community college, ninety-nine academic programs are offered, While the primary service area is Nash County, the convenient location attracts students from the surrounding counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Wake, Wilson, and Halifax. Nash Community College s mascot is the Nighthawk.
CCP at Nash Community College One of the fabulous programs that Nash Community offers is the Career and College Promise Program, better known as CCP. CCP offers tuition free college classes to eligible high school students. Many of these courses transfer to 4-year institutions and help students start their college career with credits already on their transcript. CTE courses can be taken to earn job credentials and certificates, helping students become more versatile in the job market. Either way, the CCP Program is a wonderful opportunity for high school students to experience the rigors of college and explore a multitude of careers, all tuition free!
Sowhat are the benefits?
Academic Benefits College Transfer Courses: Students who take college transfer classes earn tuition-free course credits toward a four-year degree through Nash Community College. Credit for all courses will transfer to all UNC institutions and many of NC s independent colleges and universities. CTE Courses: Students who take CTE courses also earn tuition-free course credits at Nash Community College toward an entry-level job credential, certificate, or diploma in a technical career. Financial Benefits Taking college classes while in high school can save THOUSANDS of dollars in tuition!
Eligibility Ninth and Tenth Grade High School Students: Principal Recommendation Community College Recommendation Unweighted GPA of 2.8 on Official High School Transcript College Readiness Scores Parental Permission Form AIG Identified Eleventh and Twelfth Grade High School Students: Unweighted GPA of 2.8 on Official High School Transcript May enter a CTE pathway with an unweighted GPA less than 2.8 with principal and college consent Maintaining Eligibility: Continue to make progress towards high school graduation Maintain a 2.0 GPA in college coursework after completing two courses A student who falls below a 2.0 GPA after completing two college courses falls below the college s policy for satisfactory academic progress.
Pathways The CCP Program is made up of two different types of pathways: College Transfer and Career and Technical Education. Pathways are checklists of courses that students may choose to take. Students are limited to courses within their chosen pathway(s). Students may enter One college transfer pathway -or- One CTE pathway -or- Two CTE pathways (with special permission) -or- One college transfer pathway and one CTE pathway (with special permission)
College Transfer Pathways Associate in Arts Associate in Engineering Associate in Nursing Associate in Science
CTE Pathways Advertising and Graphic Design Automotive Systems Brakes and Suspension Automotive Systems Electrical Performance Broadcasting and Production Technology Business Administration Case Management (Students need a 2.8 unweighted GPA to enter this pathway.) Computer Engineering Technology Computer Integrated Machining Computer Programming Cosmetology Criminal Justice Cybersecurity Early Childhood Electronics Engineering Electrical Systems Technology-Electrical Wiring Electrical Systems Technology-Industrial Robotics Emergency Management Emergency Management-Fire Hospitality-Lodging Management Industrial Systems Technology Medical Office Administration Network Administration Welding
Enrollment Step One: Students contact their high school counselor. The counselor will direct students to their assigned career coach at the community college. Step Two: Students complete the CCP application and submit to their assigned career coach, along with an official high school transcript. Step Three: Once the application is processed, the career coach will provide students with an ID number to use in setting up their Student Portal. Step Four: Students submit course requests with directions provided by their career coach. Step Five: The career coach will register students and send their schedule, along with directions on obtaining required course materials. Step Six: Students will participate in an orientation. Step Seven: Students will begin classes.
Disability Services As a part of enrollment procedures, students are responsible for communicating learning needs to the college. Counselors assist with admission and registration as needed, make referrals to, and work with agencies which serve the needs of students with disabilities. At the student s request, the ADA Coordinator will meet with the student to assess the individual needs, documentation, and determination of reasonable accommodations. Link to Disability Services Guidebook ADA Coordinator: Jason Rierson (252) 451-8260 jlrierson804@nashcc.edu)
FERPA: Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act Another important part of enrolling in college is understanding FERPA. FERPA is federal legislation that states instructors and college personnel cannot give out a student s academic records, accommodations and disabilities to anyone other than the student, including the student s parents. If a student wishes to have his/her parents receive information and be able to communicate with the college about his/her grades or other student-specific information, a FERPA form must be completed.
Nash Community College Campus Resources There are many resources available to students enrolled at NCC! Campus Bookstore: Textbooks, NCC merchandise, and a wide range of items are available in the NCC Campus Store. Student Wellness Center (SWELL): The Student Wellness Center with clinical outreach counseling is one way NCC connects students with qualified professionals and community resources who can offer support. Tutoring Services: An array of free tutoring services are available. Campus Library: The NCC Library provides collections, resources, and services to support academic success, professional development, life-long learning, and personal enrichment.
Are Scholarships Available?
Blue Love Scholarship Nash Community College is committed to lifelong success of its students. The Blue Love Scholars Program is aimed at helping individuals with their educational journey. This program is an effort to help students with the continued increases in college expenses. Applicants could qualify for up to two years of in-state tuition assistance. The Blue Love Scholars Program is specifically designed to help qualifying high school graduates with tuition assistance. The scholarship can only be applied to two-year degree programs. Funding for the Blue Love Scholars Program is contingent on all source of student funds available including state and federal aid, NCC scholarships and other NCC funds. Funding will be awarded in the above order. The application process opens in mid-March. The application packet will include a completed application, official transcript showing status as a junior or senior, qualifying test scores (for the College Transfer Pathways). Home school students must also provide a copy of the Official Non-Public School Registration Card. Students may choose one College Transfer Pathway, one or two CTE pathways, or a combination of one College Transfer and one CTE pathway.
Are There College Transfer Opportunities?
College Transfer Opportunities Nash Community College has partnerships with many local colleges and universities, including North Carolina Wesleyan College, East Carolina University, UNC-Wilmington, and North Carolina State University. Two of our most popular programs are NCSU C3 and ECU Pirate Promise.
NCSU C3 Program The Community College Collaboration (C3) is a dual-admission program between NC State and 13 community college partners. C3 is open to students immediately after completing high school who have successfully completed at least three classes at Nash Community College. Students admitted into the C3 Program will attend Nash Community College tuition-free to attain their associate s degree. The C3 application opens in the fall, typically in November, and is open until June 1st. Admission is on a rolling basis and students will be notified within 4 weeks after they complete their application. C3 students will have the opportunity to participate in social events and academic programming on NC State s campus. Many of the community college partners will also host C3 events on their campuses. C3 students will be assigned an NC State advisor while they are completing their associate degree at one of our participating community colleges. Advisors will be assigned during the student s first term in C3. However, while NC State advisors are here to support you during your time in C3, your primary advisor.
ECU Pirate Promise Prepare for your future: join the Pirate Nation with Pirate Promise. This transfer program is for students who are in their first year of coursework at their community college to attend special events, receive advising assistance, and support before they apply to ECU. Pirate Promise is open to students immediately after completing high school who have successfully completed at least three classes at Nash Community College. Students admitted into the Pirate Promise Program will attend Nash Community College tuition-free to attain their associate s degree. The program provides advising assistance and support before applying to ECU, as well as guaranteed admission and a waived application fee. Benefits include the following: A dedicated transfer coach ECU 1 Card Access to resources such as Career Services, the Writing Center, Financial Aid and ECU libraries Access to athletic events, campus recreation and other campus events Guaranteed admission to ECU and a waived application fee with your associate degree (+2.5 GPA)
If you are interested in joining the CCP Program at Nash Community College, please contact your high school counselor, and he/she will connect you with the CCP Team. We look forward to working with you to craft your academic journey!
