Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College

Aspire

Take the stress out of your job search and overcome personal barriers. Learn techniques for a successful interview. Explore work behavior skills to help you keep a job and advance in the workplace. Improve your basic computer knowledge and create a resume. (115 hrs)

• Mon-Fri, Nov 23 - Dec 23, 8:30AM - 4:00PM
• 226 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: HRD-7600-552
• Mon-Fri, Jan 11 - Feb 04, 8:30AM - 4:00PM
• 206 Maple, Asheville Campus Course #: HRD-7600-628
• Mon-Fri, Feb 15 - Mar 11, 8:30AM - 4:00PM
• 206 Maple, Asheville Campus Course #: HRD-7600-629
• Mon-Fri, Mar 22 - Apr 15, 8:30AM - 4:00PM
• 206 Maple, Asheville Campus Course #: HRD-7600-630

Bridges to College

Have you completed your GED or high school diploma and want to take the next step to college? This is a career planning course for GED graduates, high school graduates and other individuals ready to make the transition into higher education. The course includes an overview of college programs, a campus tour, financial aid information, and the placement assessments. This class is designed to help you take the next step. (15 hrs)

• Mon/Wed, Nov 30 - Dec 14, 3:30PM - 6:30PM
• 319 Madonna, Asheville Campus Course #: HRD-7618-554
• Mon/Wed, Mar 08 - Mar 22, 3:30PM - 6:30PM
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• 319 Madonna, Asheville Campus Course #: HRD-7618-632

Career View

Thinking of making a career change? This course provides in-depth career guidance and a variety of career planning assessments. Discover how your talents, interests, and abilities can be the key to your career success! (15 hrs)

• Tue/Fri, Jan 05 - Jan 19, 12:30PM - 3:30PM
• 101 Asheville Mall Course #: HRD-7607-634
• Tue/Fri, Mar 09 - Mar 23, 12:30PM - 3:30PM
• 101 Asheville Mall Course #: HRD-7607-635

Computer Basics for the Workplace

Students learn basic computer skills at a relaxed pace as well as employability skills for the workplace. Topics will include basic keyboarding and increasing the student's comfort level with the computer. No prior computer experience is necessary.

Asheville Campus (36 hrs)

• Tue/Thu, Jan 05 - Feb 11, 9:00AM - 12:00PM
• 212 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: HRD-7612-638
• Mon/Wed, Jan 25 - Mar 03, 5:30PM - 8:30PM
• 212 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: HRD-7612-639

Asheville Mall (36 hrs)

• Tue/Fri, Feb 23 - Apr 02, 9:00AM - 12:00PM
• 101 Asheville Mall Course #: HRD-7612-644
• Tue/Fri, Jan 26 - Mar 05, 12:30PM - 3:30PM
• 101 Asheville Mall Course #: HRD-7612-647

Goodwill Workforce Development Center (36 hrs)

• Mon/Wed, Jan 04 - Feb 15, 8:30AM - 11:30AM
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• 152 Goodwill Workforce Development Center Course #: HRD-7612-654
• Tue/Thu, Feb 16 - Mar 25, 8:30AM - 11:30AM
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• 152 Goodwill Workforce Development Center Course #: HRD-7612-659
• Mon/Wed, Feb 22 - Mar 10, 8:30AM - 11:30AM
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• 152 Goodwill Workforce Development Center Course #: HRD-7612-655
• Tue/Thu, Apr 06 - May 13, 8:30AM - 11:30AM
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• 152 Goodwill Workforce Development Center Course #: HRD-7612-660
• Mon/Wed, Jan 04 - Feb 15, 12:30PM - 3:30PM
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• 152 Goodwill Workforce Development Center Course #: HRD-7612-657
• Tue/Thu, Jan 05 - Feb 11, 12:30PM - 3:30PM
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• 152 Goodwill Workforce Development Center Course #: HRD-7612-661
• Tue/Thu, Feb 16 - Mar 31, 12:30PM - 3:30PM
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• 152 Goodwill Workforce Development Center Course #: HRD-7612-662
• Mon/Wed, Apr 12 - May 19, 12:30PM - 3:30PM
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• 152 Goodwill Workforce Development Center Course #: HRD-7612-658

Madison Campus (24 hrs)

• Tue/Wed, Jan 12 - Feb 03, 10:00AM - 1:00PM
• 118 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: HRD-7612-650
• Tue/Wed, Mar 02 - Mar 24, 10:00AM - 1:00PM
• 118 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: HRD-7612-651
• Wed, Mar 31 - May 19, 5:30PM - 8:30PM
• 118 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: HRD-7612-652

Computer Empowerment for the Workplace

Students will increase their computer knowledge through the creation of career-related documents and forms. Successful completion of Computer Basics for the Workplace is required.

Asheville Campus (36 hrs)

• Tue/Thu, Feb 23 - Apr 01, 9:00AM - 12:00PM
• 212 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: HRD-7613-642

Asheville Mall (36 hrs)

• Tue/Fri, Jan 05 - Feb 12, 9:00AM - 12:00PM
• 101 Asheville Mall Course #: HRD-7613-643
• Tue/Fri, Mar 30 - May 07, 12:30PM - 3:30PM
• 101 Asheville Mall Course #: HRD-7613-648

Goodwill Workforce Development Center (36 hrs)

• Tue/Thu, Jan 05 - Feb 11, 8:30AM - 11:30AM
• 152 Goodwill Workforce Development Center Course #: HRD-7613-664
• Mon/Wed, Apr 12 - May 19, 8:30AM - 11:30AM
• 152 Goodwill Workforce Development Center Course #: HRD-7613-667
• Mon/Wed, Feb 22 - Mar 31, 12:30PM - 3:30PM
• 152 Goodwill Workforce Development Center Course #: HRD-7613-665

Madison Campus (24 hrs)

• Tue/Wed, Apr 06 - Apr 28, 10:00AM - 1:00PM
• 118 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: HRD-7613-653

Essential Workplace Skills

Essential skills are the skills needed for work, learning and life, and they provide the foundation for learning all other skills. In this class, you will learn the essential workplace skills that all employers want you to have. They improve your chances for success in the job search and teach you the skills you need to advance in the workplace. Class activities include strategies to enhance your skills of problem-solving, decision making, teamwork and self-management. In today's workplace, you must be able to work well with others. (18 hrs)

• Mon/Wed, Jan 04 - Jan 25, 9:30AM - 12:30PM
• 137 Goodwill Workforce Development Center Course #: HRD-7637-668
• Mon/Wed, Feb 01 - Feb 17, 9:30AM - 12:30PM
• 137 Goodwill Workforce Development Center Course #: HRD-7637-669
• Mon/Wed, Mar 01 - Mar 17, 9:30AM - 12:30PM
• 137 Goodwill Workforce Development Center Course #: HRD-7637-670
• Mon/Wed, Apr 12 - Apr 28, 9:30AM - 12:30PM
• 137 Goodwill Workforce Development Center Course #: HRD-7637-671

Healthcare Career Pathways

This course will introduce the basic principles and concepts of a career as a healthcare professional. Class projects will include exploration of the skills, interests, and the entry-level and academic requirements needed for specific jobs. After the class, students will be able to make an educated decision about the healthcare career path that they want to follow. (21 hrs)

• Fri, Jan 22 - Mar 05, 10:00AM - 1:00PM
• 137 Goodwill Workforce Development Center Course #: HRD-7627-673
• Fri, Apr 02 - May 14, 10:00AM - 1:00PM
• 137 Goodwill Workforce Development Center Course #: HRD-7627-674

Hospitality Skills Certification

In this course, students will learn the skills needed to begin a hospitality career in a variety settings. Class projects will help students identify and choose jobs suited to their interests and to understand how to advance in the hospitality industry. Leading area hospitality employers guarantee interviews to those who qualify by successfully completing this course. (60 hrs)

• Mon/Wed, Jan 25 - Mar 31, 12:30PM - 3:30PM
• 137 Goodwill Workforce Development Center Course #: HRD-7629-675
• Mon/Wed, Apr 12 - Jun 21, 12:30PM - 3:30PM
• 137 Goodwill Workforce Development Center Course #: HRD-7629-676

Job Club Employability Lab

Job Club provides an open lab setting at Mountain Area Job Link where students and job seekers can work independently or with an instructor on career search and development information. Computers with internet access are available for online job search, keyboarding tutorials, resume preparation, and employability skills software. (96 hrs)

• Tue/Thu, Jan 01 - May 15, 8:30AM - 12:30PM
• 203 Maple, Asheville Campus Course #: HRD-7604-626

Medical Office Pathways

Designed for students interested in entering the field of Medical Office Support, students will focus on service skills specific to a medical environment. Introductory lessons on medical terminology, coding, types of insurance, and confidentiality issues will be covered. The textbook, Medical Office Workbook , approximately $10, can be purchased at the Goodwill Employment and Training Center. (21 hrs)

• Tue/Thu, Jan 19 - Feb 09, 12:00PM - 3:00PM
• 137 Goodwill Workforce Development Center Course #: HRD-7610-677
• Tue/Thu, Mar 09 - Mar 30, 12:00PM - 3:00PM
• 137 Goodwill Workforce Development Center Course #: HRD-7610-679

Pathways to Employment

This class is designed to jumpstart your job search. Students will learn the most effective methods of finding a job. Class projects include creating a resume that best highlights your skills, a master application, covers letters, and thank you notes. Topics for discussion include the importance of first impressions, verbal and non-verbal, and how to answer the most common interview questions. (12 hrs)

• Tue/Thu, Dec 01 - Dec 10, 1:00PM - 4:00PM
• 226 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: HRD-7632-591
• Mon/Wed, Dec 07 - Dec 16, 9:00AM - 12:00PM
• 101 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: HRD-7632-595
• Tue/Thu, Jan 05 - Jan 19, 1:00PM - 4:00PM
• 226 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: HRD-7632-680
• Mon/Wed, Jan 25 - Feb 08, 9:00AM - 12:00PM
• 101 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: HRD-7632-684
• Tue/Thu, Feb 16 - Mar 02, 1:00PM - 4:00PM
• 226 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: HRD-7632-681
• Mon/Wed, Mar 08 - Mar 22, 9:00AM - 12:00PM
• 101 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: HRD-7632-685
• Tue/Thu, Apr 06 - Apr 20, 1:00PM - 4:00PM
• 226 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: HRD-7632-682

Pathways to Green Collar Careers

This course will introduce students to a variety of promising careers that improve community and environmental health, including clean energy, green construction, sustainable agriculture and ecological restoration. Through a combination of classroom learning, field trips, guest speakers and service-learning projects, students will learn about what green collar jobs are, what ones are available, and how to effectively pursue them. Class is held at the Burton Street Community Center. (36 hrs)

• Fri, Mar 19 - Jun 04, 10:00AM - 1:00PM
• CLR Course #: HRD-7636-689