Randolph Community College to Offer “Introduction to Drones” Course

Randolph Community College’s Workforce Development and Continuing Education Division will offer a new course, “Introduction to Drones,” beginning Tuesday, Aug. 1, on the Asheboro Campus.

This course will cover the history of drones, types of drones, how drones are controlled, current and potential future uses of drones, etc. The course will also inform students what they should know before they buy and what they should know before they fly (regulations and laws in regard to drones and flying locations), as well as what is required to fly a drone professionally. The inevitable crashes and fly-aways will be examined, and drone repair will be explored.

The course (section #62121) will meet from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays, Aug. 1 through Aug. 31, in the Continuing Education and Industrial Center on the Asheboro Campus. The cost is $45. Call 336-633-0268 to register.

Twenty-Two Attend Randolph Community College's High School Leadership Academy

Twenty-two area high school students took part in the fourth annual Randolph Community College High School Leadership Academy, sponsored by the RCC Foundation, on June 13 on RCC’s Asheboro Campus.

The leadership development program for rising ninth graders, which is modeled after RCC’s college-level Student Leadership Academy, focused on topics such as the definition of leadership; team building; personality types and leadership styles; networking/public speaking; and situational leadership, according to Lorie McCroskey, RCC’s director of development. 

For the list of participating students, go to http://www.randolph.edu/headlines/1581-2017-high-school-leadership.html.

Save Money by Learning About Extreme Couponing at Randolph Community College

Randolph Community College is offering two courses in extreme couponing this summer. Most participants easily save the cost of the workshops and more during their first grocery shopping trip using these techniques.

In “Extreme Couponing,” students will learn to save an average of 50%-75% by using coupons and drastically cutting their food budgets by bargain shopping. Learn how to find, organize and use coupons. This class is designed to make using coupons easy and fun. Class includes course handout, freebies, door prizes, and lots of fun.

Participants have the option of four different times/dates to take this class: Wednesday, June 28, from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. OR 6-8 p.m.; OR Tuesday, July 18 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. OR 6-8 p.m. The cost of the course is $16.

“Advanced Extreme Couponing” will help students take their couponing to the next level. Participants will learn how to get most of their family’s toiletries and household items for free or even make money doing it. This two-hour class will cover everything students need to know to play what couponers call “The Drugstore Game” and learn how to shop specific stores. This class will include a shopping trip to a local store in the area to practice these techniques.

This class also offers four options for dates/times: Thursday, June 29, from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. OR 6-8 p.m.; OR Wednesday, July 19, from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. OR 6-8 p.m. The cost of this course is $20.

These workshops will change the way you shop and teach you to save more money than you ever imagined. All classes will be held in room 117 at the Continuing Education and Industrial Center on the Asheboro Campus. Call 336-633-0268 to register.

Randolph Community College Human Services Club Distributes Blessings Bags

The Human Services Club at Randolph Community College recently completed their community outreach project for the spring semester. For several weeks, students and instructors donated, collected, and purchased new items for 50 Blessing Bags.

These bags included shampoo, conditioner, soap, washcloths, toothbrushes, toothpaste, dental floss, hand sanitizer, scarfs, ponchos, toboggans, gloves, socks, shirts, sweatshirts, water, crackers, Vienna sausages, and feminine products.

For more on this story, go to http://www.randolph.edu/headlines/1579-human-servics-project.html.

“Strength, Sweat, Chisel & Core” Class Set at Randolph Community College Beginning June 27

Tammy Owens, a certified fitness instructor, is introducing her popular “Strength, Sweat, Chisel & Core” class at Randolph Community College beginning June 27.

Students will take their bodies to a different level in this fitness class using a pair of dumbbells, a stability ball, and a work-out mat. Owens will take students through a total body training that will chisel muscles and leave them feeling powerful.

The class (#62332) will meet from 6:30-7:30 p.m. on Tuesdays, June 27 through Aug. 15 (no class on July 4). The cost is $30.55.

For more information on this class and how to register, go to http://www.randolph.edu/headlines/1578-strength-sweat.html.

Become a Certified Medical Coder Through Online Classes at Randolph Community College

Begin your journey toward a lucrative career as a professional medical coder at Randolph Community College. In two online classes, the first beginning June 19, students will learn medical terminology and anatomy as well as how to use the CPT manual and the ICD-10-CM to work as a coder in the healthcare field (doctors’ offices, clinics, public health facilities, hospitals, etc.).

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, jobs for certified medical coders will increase 22 percent through the year 2022.

These classes help prepare students for the AAPC CPC (Certified Professional Coder) National exam. The CPC is the gold standard for medical coding in physician office settings.

For dates, times and how to register, go to http://www.randolph.edu/headlines/1569-medical-coding.html.

Veterinary Assisting Course Begins June 12 at Randolph Community College Randleman Center

Pet owners often struggle with the decision of when or if to take their pet to the veterinarian when vague symptoms occur. Randolph Community College’s “Veterinary Assisting” course will give you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions about your pet’s welfare. It is also a great basic course for those exploring the idea of working as a veterinary assistant.

This course consists of 30 hours of classroom instruction with an 8-hour volunteer experience. Students are expected to complete the volunteer experience within the ten-week course schedule. Course topics will include nutrition, care, handling, and restraint of small animals. Other topics will cover anatomy and physiology, diseases, neoplasia, toxicities, preventive health and wellness, and surgical room procedures.

For more information, go to http://www.randolph.edu/headlines/1568-vet-assistant-june.html.