Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College

Curriculum

Credit classes

Procedures for New Students Admitted to Academic Programs

1. Apply online or print form . Upon receipt of the completed application form, the College will issue testing information.
2. Obtain official transcripts from high schools, colleges, and/or universities attended. Records should document high school graduation or a state-approved equivalent education.
3. Complete placement tests administered by the College. Placement in math and English courses within any program and the need for reading training will be determined by scores on the placement tests. Requests for test exemption by transfer of credit will be reviewed individually. Placement Testing Help |
   

   Schedule a Placement Test

   
   Or:
   
   SAT or ACT scores completed within the last three years may sometimes be used to replace placement testing.
4. Meet with a Student Success Advocate.
5. Attend your department’s new student orientation/registration session.

Enrolling as a Non-Degree/Diploma-Seeking Student (An “unclassified” student)

Individually selected classes may be taken by unclassified students, provided the prerequisites have been met. No placement testing is required to take most single classes, except for math or English classes.

1. Apply online or print form .
2. Obtain an advisor’s signature in Student Services. Call 254-1921 Exts. 142, 441.
3. Register during registration dates (found in the College Academic Calendar).

Re-enrolling if attended in the past but not currently taking classes

People who have been enrolled but are not currently attending classes must contact Student Services prior to registration to obtain a time for registration. You may need to update your address and telephone number when you register. If you are changing your major, you must meet with a counselor/adviser in Student Services. Call 254-1921 Exts. 141, 146, 164, 434.

Continuing Education

Non-credit classes

View Continuing Education Schedule

Three Easy Ways to Register and Pay

1. Online
2. Paper Form - You may register by fax or mail using the registration form included in the paper schedule. If you do not have a paper schedule, you may download a registration form.
   
   Fax a completed form to (828) 281-9842. The form MUST contain valid credit card information for either Master Card or Visa.
   
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   Mail a completed form with your check, money order or credit card (Master Card or Visa) information to:
   
   Cashier A-B Tech
   1459 Sand Hill Road
   Candler, NC 28715
3. In Person - You also may register in person by completing the registration form in the printed Continuing Education Schedule and bringing it with your payment (check, cash, money order, or credit card) to three locations:
   
   Asheville Campus
   Pines Building, Room 205D
   Victoria Road
   Asheville, NC 28801
   8:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Mon - Thur
   8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Fri
   
   Enka Campus
   1459 Sand Hill Road,
   Candler, NC 28715
   8:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Mon - Thur
   8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Fri
   
   Madison Campus
   4646 US Hwy 20-70
   Marshall, NC 28753
   8:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m., Mon - Thur
   8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Fri

Senior Citizens, age 65 and older before the start date of the class, are eligible for fee exemption unless the class is identified as 'No fee exemption.' Seniors are required to purchase insurance, textbooks, and supplies where applicable.

Student Eligibility - Continuing education course offerings are designed for adult learners. In special cases, 16- and 17-year-olds will be considered when (1) there is available space in the class and (2) they obtain the required permissions and signatures on the College’s Minor Permission Form.