WCC Workforce Development and Community Education

10/15/2026

Storefront, online shop, or rented booth: if you sell it, this is for you.

Join us Tuesday, October 20 at the 928 Events & Innovation Center in downtown North Wilkesboro for A Day of Retail Growth, four hands-on sessions to help you sell more and grow smarter:

9:00–10:00 AM | Product Storytelling: Give your products a voice that makes customers want to buy.
10:30–11:30 AM | Displays That Actually Sell: Merchandising that boosts visibility and sparks impulse buys.
1:00–2:00 PM | Smarter Sales & Promotions: Drive sales without sacrificing your margins.
2:30–3:30 PM | From Scroll to Store: Turn online attention into in-store visits.

Come for one session or stay for the day! Space is limited, so reserve your spot today.

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 336-838-6166

Registration: https://www.ncsbc.net/workshop.aspx?ekey=570460069

10/13/2026

Need help with your business financials?

Nobody starts a business to love spreadsheets, but the ones who thrive know their numbers!

Join us for Money, Margins & Momentum, a free seminar for small business owners, managers, and entrepreneurs in any industry.

You’ll learn how to:
✅ Read your financial statements with confidence
✅ Manage cash flow through slow months
✅ Price for profit
✅ Spot red flags before they become emergencies

📅 Tuesday, October 27, 2026
🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Ashe Campus & Online

To register or learn more, contact Laurie Brintle-Jarvis at [email protected] or 336-838-6166 or click here: https://www.ncsbc.net/workshop.aspx?ekey=570460081

Presented by the Wilkes Community College Small Business Center, Mountain BizWorks, and the SSBCI Technical Assistance Program.

10/09/2026

Canva training next week at the WCC Allegany Center!

FREE Canva Lunch & Learn!

Would you like to be spoiled by great food from Becca's Backwoods Bean while taking the next step in your Canva learning? Join us for "Design Confidently," a FREE lunch and learn on advanced marketing and design using Canva hosted by the Alleghany County Chamber of Commerce and Wilkes Community College Small Business Center.

📅 Wednesday, October 14
🕛 12:00 – 2:00 PM
📍 Alleghany Center of Wilkes Community College

Enjoy a delicious, complimentary lunch and an informative seminar. Registration is required, so save your seat today:
👉 https://www.alleghanycountychamber.com/event-detail/udqwaOEdbvSXmSzXNcECyg2/brbn-entrepreneurs-free-lunch-learn

Note: This is not a beginner's course. You should already be familiar with the Canva interface and have a personal or business account set up.

Questions? Call 336-838-6166 or email [email protected].

10/08/2026

FREE Canva Lunch & Learn!
Would you like to be spoiled by great food from Becca's Backwoods Bean while taking the next step in your Canva learning? Join us for "Design Confidently," a FREE lunch and learn on advanced marketing and design using Canva hosted by the Alleghany County Chamber of Commerce and Wilkes Community College Small Business Center.
🗓️ Wednesday, October 14 • 12:00 – 2:00 PM
📍 Alleghany Center of Wilkes Community College
Enjoy a delicious, complimentary lunch and an informative seminar. Registration is required, so save your seat today:
👉 https://www.alleghanycountychamber.com/.../brbn...
Note: This is not a beginner's course. You should already be familiar with the Canva interface and have a personal or business account set up.
Questions? Call 336-838-6166 or email [email protected].

08/26/2026

Upcoming Firefighter class offerings.
These classes will be held on the Main Campus at the Kendrick Church Hall building.
If you are interested please contact Stephen Crouse at [email protected] or 336-838-6215.

FF Fireground Ops 9 (FIP-3049)
Class will meet on the dates and times of 9/4 (1800-2200), 9/5 & 9/6 (0800-1700), 9/11 (1800-2200), 9/12 & 9/13 (0800-1700) Test on 9/13 at 1730.

Fire Chief 101-2025 Edition (FRC-1900) The date of this class changed from 9/19 to the date of 9/12.
Class will meet on 9/12 from 0800-1700.

Fire Instructor I (FIP-3811)
Class will meet on the dates and times of 9/26, 9/27, 10/3 (0800-1700), 10/4 (0800-1400) Test on 10/4 at 1430.

TR Passenger Vehicle Rescue Series (FRC-1207)
Class will meet on the dates and time of 9/25 (1800-2200), 9/26, 9/27 (0800-1700), 10/16 (1800-2200), 10/17, 10/18 (0800-1700) Test on 10/18 at 1730.

04/28/2026

Attention Aspiring Truck Drivers!

Ready to start a career in the trucking industry? Your journey begins with the mandatory orientation for the Wilkes Community College CDL Training Program.
📅 April 30th at 10:00 a.m.
📍 Kendrick/Church Hall – Room 1507

This orientation is the first step toward an exciting and in-demand career in the trucking industry. If you've been thinking about earning your CDL, now is the time to learn how Wilkes Community College can help you get on the road to a new career.

Don’t miss this opportunity to launch your future in trucking.
📞 For more information, contact:
Curt Miller
336-838-6230
[email protected]

04/28/2026