Continuing Education: Small Business Center

For more information contact:

Patricia Killette
Small Business Center Director
(252) 246-1232
pkillette@wilsoncc.edu

Maegan Williams
Administrative Secretary I
mwilliams@wilsoncc.edu
(252) 246-1209

121 Nash Street in Downtown Wilson

Click here to complete, print and mail or fax the Registration Form. Fax# (252)237-1668

Current Schedule

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...to the Upper Costal Plain Business Development Center at 121 West Nash Street, Suite 101 in Downtown Wilson. Come visit us in our new location and let us help you with all your small business needs!

 

Services Provided by the Small Business Center

 

 

Certification Courses

For more information on courses listed in this section, call the Small Business Center at: (252) 246-1209 or (252) 246-1232 or visit us on the web at www.wilsoncc.edu then go to the Small Business Center Quick Link. To guarantee a space in a class, early registration is required. Fees due at registration.

 

Notary Public Training

Student requirements:

purchase the Notary Public Guidebook, read prior to class, and bring to class. Bring a valid N. C. picture ID to class. The notary exam will be administered in the latter portion of the class. Must score 80% or better to pass the course. This course can also be used for an update & recommission. Early Registration Required. $50 fee + textbook. (.6 CEU)

Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. • October 8
121 West Nash Street, Business Development Center, 3rd floor
Instructor: Shirley Dupree • Course Code: 8440

Monday & Wednesday, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. • November 3 and 5
121 West Nash Street, Business Development Center, 3rd floor
Instructor: Lorraine Ruffin • Course Code: 8441

Thursday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. • December 4
121 West Nash Street, Business Development Center, 3rd floor
Instructor: Shirley Dupree • Course Code: 8442

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Electronic Notary

This course instructs existing N. C. notary publics in the new legislative procedure required to perform electronic notorial acts. Prerequisites: Valid N.C. picture ID, student must hold a valid commission as a N.C. Notary Public, have basic computer skills, textbook, and exit exam. $50 fee + text. (.6 CEU) Early Registration Required.

Wednesday, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. • October 15
Room A-112 • Instructor: Shirley Dupree • Course Code: 8443

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Motor Vehicle Dealer License Renewal-2008

This course is designed to meet the continuing education training requirements for the Used Motor Vehicle Dealer’s license renewal. A minimum of two of the six hours required for continuing education must include course topics required by the NC Division of Motor Vehicles. Other topics may include, but are not limited to, business management, basic business accounting, computer literacy, repossession law, lending law, unfair trade practices, and related topics. The course outline and instructor must be ap-proved by the NC Division of Motor Vehicles. Early Registration Required. $50 fee.

Thursday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. • November 6
121 West Nash Street, Business Development Center, Nash Rm
Inst. James Gibbons • Course Code: 8472

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Grade III Biological Wastewater Operation

This course is designed for persons working or wishing to work in the field of Biological wastewater operations. Materials will cover Grade III operations maintenance, laboratory rules and regulations, math, etc. Upon completion of this course, the student will be eligible to sit for the Grade III WPCSOCC examination offered by the state of NC. Early Registration Required. $60 fee.

Monday - Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., and Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. • October 6 - 10
121 West Nash Street, Business Development Center, 3rd floor
Instructor: Mandy Hall • Course Code: 8437

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Real Estate Update-2009

A valid NC picture ID and NC Real Estate License is required for admittance in class. Early Registration Required.

Wednesday, 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon • November 5
DelMastro Auditorium • $50 fee • Instructor: TBA • Course Code: 8477

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Real Estate Elective-2009

A valid NC picture ID and NC Real Estate License is required for admittance in class. Early Registration Required.

Wednesday, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. • November 5
DelMastro Auditorium • $50 fee • Instructor: TBA • Course Code: 8478

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Seminars 4 Success

For more information on courses listed in this section, call the Small Business Center at: (252) 246-1209 or (252) 246-1232 or visit us on the web at www.wilsoncc.edu then go to the Small Business Center Quick Link. To guarantee a space in a class, early registration is required. Fees due at registration.

 

Disney’s Approach to Getting Your Customers to Love You

If Disney ran your business what would it look like? In this seminar you will learn tips and secrets of the Disney approach to employees, customer service, hiring, and much more.

Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon • October 1 • $25 Chamber of Commerce fee
Wilson Chamber of Commerce • Instructor: John Formica • Course Code: 8447

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Sales for People Who Don’t Like to Sell

Your income and business depend on sales or service. How do you sell your idea, product, service, or get the word out about your business. Learn how to get over the fear of selling.

Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon • November 12 • $25 Chamber of Commerce fee
121 West Nash Street, Business Development Center, Nash Rm • Instructor: Jim Joyce • Course Code: 8445

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Introduction to Seven Habits of Highly Effective People

This seminar is the introduction and overview to Dr. Stephen Covey’s “Seven Habits of Highly Effective People”.

Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon • December 3 • $25 Chamber of Commerce fee
Wilson Chamber of Commerce • Instructor: Lin Mitchell • Course Code: 8446

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Free Small Business Seminars

For more information on courses listed in this section, call the Small Business Center at: (252) 246-1209 or (252) 246-1232 or visit us on the web at www.wilsoncc.edu then go to the Small Business Center Quick Link. To guarantee a space in a class, early registration is required. Fees due at registration.

 

Take Advantage of your Prepaid Assets

Small Business Center (SBC) seminars are paid through a special grant from the State of North Carolina. Your tax dollars are being reinvested in your continuing education. This makes it possible for the SBC to offer many high-quality seminars at little or no charge to you.

 

ALE B.A.R.S. Class

“Be a Responsible Server”

Are you a restaurant, bar, grocery store, or convenient store employee or owner? This course covers who can purchase lottery tickets, cigarettes, or alcohol, and who can sell or serve these products. Early registration is required.

Tuesday, 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. • October 7 • Room G-124d • Course Code: 8459
Instructor: Department of Crime Control & Public Safety, Alcohol Law Enforcement

Tuesday, 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. • November 4 • Course Code: 8461
121 West Nash Street, Business Development Center, 3rd floor
Instructor: Department of Crime Control & Public Safety, Alcohol Law Enforcement

Tuesday, 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. • December 2 • Course Code: 8460
121 West Nash Street, Business Development Center, 3rd floor
Instructor: Department of Crime Control & Public Safety, Alcohol Law Enforcement

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ABC’s of Starting a Business

Starting your own business may seem like an overwhelming task but it really is not so hard if you take it step by step. This workshop is an in-depth walk through on the mechanics of developing a business concept, feasibility, licensing, and the written plan, plus the financial projections by line item. This workshop is a must for those starting their own business.

Thursday, 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. • October 9
121 West Nash Street, Business Development Center,
Nash Rm • Instructor: TBA • Course Code: 8426

Tuesday, 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. • November 11
121 West Nash Street, Business Development Center,
Nash Rm • Instructor: TBA • Course Code: 8427

Wednesday, 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. • December 3
121 West Nash Street, Business Development Center,
Nash Rm • Instructor: TBA • Course Code: 8428

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Writing a Winning Business Plan

Learn what bankers look for in a successful business plan. Follow these simple steps that will help you obtain the needed financing for your business. Make your business plan a winner!

Monday, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. • October 27
121 West Nash Street, Business Development Center, 3rd floor
Instructor: TBA • Course Code: 8505

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Supervision & Management Fundamentals Certificate

Attend these seminars and learn how to be an effective manager or supervisor. Master the basics of organization skills, people skills required to motivate and delegate, tools for solving problems and resolving conflicts, basics of communicating effectively, and developing your own interpersonal skills. Certificate Requirements: Participants must complete all four seminars for a total of twelve classroom hours to receive certificate. There is no charge for attending this certificate program. ATTENDANCE: Everyone is welcome to attend any session, but for the advanced certificate you must attend as required above. EARLY REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

 

What Every Supervisor/Manager Should Know

Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon • October 3
121 West Nash Street, Business Development Center, 3rd floor
Instructor: Mike Collins • Course Code: 8484

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Effective Communication in the Workplace

Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon • October 10
121 West Nash Street, Business Development Center, Nash Rm •
Instructor: Mike Collins • Course Code: 8462

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Time Management for Champions

Friday, 9:00 a.m. -12:00 noon • October 17
121 West Nash Street, Business Development Center, 3rd floor
Instructor: Mike Collins • Course Code: 8464

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Managing Unacceptable Workplace Behavior

Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon • October 24
121 West Nash Street, Business Development Center, 3rd floor
Instructor: Mike Collins • Course Code: 8463

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Advanced Supervision & Management Fundamentals Certificate

Broaden your knowledge of supervision and management by attending these additional seminars and receive the Advanced Certificate. Certificate participants must have completed 12 hours of the Super-vision and Management Fundamentals Certificate plus the 6 hours of the Advanced Supervision Certificate program to receive the Advanced Supervision & Management Fundamentals Certificate. There is no charge for attending this certificate program. ATTENDANCE: Everyone is welcome to attend any session, but for the advanced certificate you must attend as required above. EARLY REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

 

Why Mondays Matter

When you come back to work on Monday or after vacation, is the paper work on your desk pilled higher than you are tall? This seminar is all about delegating and effectively using team members.

Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon • November 7
121 West Nash Street, Business Development Center, 3rd floor
Instructor: Mike Collins • Course Code: 8455

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Termination Tactics: How to Terminate Effectively

Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon • November 14
121 West Nash Street, Business Development Center, 3rd floor
Instructor: Mike Collins • Course Code: 8453

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