Credit card payment is required when registering for Continuing Education classes online. You may use MasterCard, VISA, or American Express. If you prefer to use cash or a check, you may register by mail or in person. View CE Registration Office: Location, Hours, & Payment Options.
Continuing Education Refund Policy
- If a student officially withdraws prior to the first class meeting, the student will receive a 100% refund; Motorcycle Safety excluded.
- If a class is canceled due to insufficient enrollment, a student will receive a 100% refund;
- A 75% refund will be issued (Self-Supporting classes with prefixes CSP and SEF are excluded) if the student officially withdraws prior to or on the 10% point of the scheduled hours of the class.
- No refund will be made after the 10% point of the class.
- The insurance, technology, and supply/lab fees are refundable only if a class is canceled or the student drops before the class begins.
- Refunds are processed on the 1st and 15th of each month.
All students For assistance, please contact the Continuing Education Registration Office.
conedregistration@abtech.edu
- Phone: (828) 398-7903
- Office hours:
- Mon. - Fri. 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Location:
- A-B Tech Asheville main campus
Ferguson Center for Allied Health and Workforce Development (AHWD)
Suite 440, 4th Floor Offices
10 Genevieve Circle
Asheville, NC 28801
- A-B Tech Asheville main campus
View the current Continuing Education Schedule
*** Returning Students Enrolling In Motorcycle Safety Must Complete Update Form ***
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Jun 24 - Aug 12
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$79
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Building on skills learned in Spanish, Beginning I, students continue to learn basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Concepts covered in this class include time and weather, irregular present tense verbs, prepositions, and the verbs ser and estar (to be). Through group and pair work, games, and handouts students will also improve their conversational skills. Textbook: Spanish Now! Eighth Edition.
Meeting time and location:
06/24/25 - 08/12/25
Tue 2:30p - 4:30p
Ferguson Allied Health, Room 451
A-B Tech Main Campus
340 Victoria Rd, Asheville NC 28801
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Jun 25 - Aug 13
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$79
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Building on skills learned in Spanish, Beginning I, students continue to learn basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Concepts covered in this class include time and weather, irregular present tense verbs, prepositions, and the verbs ser and estar (to be). Through group and pair work, games, and handouts students will also improve their conversational skills. Textbook: Spanish Now! Eighth Edition.
Meeting time and location:
06/25/25 - 08/13/25
Wed 6p - 8p
Ferguson Allied Health, Room 431
A-B Tech Main Campus
340 Victoria Rd, Asheville NC 28801
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Jun 24 - Aug 12
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$79
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Building on Spanish Beginning I and II, students further develop listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. Concepts covered in this class include adjectives, prepositions, basic commands, and the introduction of regular preterit (past tense) verbs. Through group and pair work, games and handouts students will also improve their conversational skills. Textbook: Spanish Now! - Eighth Edition.
Meeting time and location:
06/24/25 - 08/12/25
Tue 2:30p - 4:30p
Ferguson Allied Health, Room 331
A-B Tech Main Campus
340 Victoria Rd, Asheville NC 28801
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Apr 29 - Jun 17
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$79
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American Sign Language (ASL) is quickly becoming one of the most widely used languages in the United States. In this beginning class, be introduced to finger spelling and ASL signs, grammar, terminology and communication processes. Leave the class with a signing vocabulary of over 200 words. Textbook: Signing Illustrated.
Meeting time and location:
04/29/25 - 06/17/25
Tue 6p - 7:30p
Ferguson Allied Health, Room 326
A-B Tech Main Campus
340 Victoria Rd, Asheville NC 28801
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Jun 17 - Aug 5
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$79
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Discover how fast you will be playing chord accompaniment to folk and country songs. You’ll quickly gain a basic knowledge of reading chord charts, tuning, strumming, chords and theory with a fingerstyle technique for a more thorough exploration of the instrument’s capabilities. Bring your guitar to the first class.
Meeting time and location:
06/17/25 - 08/05/25
Tue 6p - 7:30p
Ferguson Allied Health, Room 451
A-B Tech Main Campus
340 Victoria Rd, Asheville NC 28801
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Jun 17 - Aug 5
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$79
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Go beyond chord accompaniment and begin finger picking, reading notes, and understanding the fundamentals of music theory. A greater variety of more difficult music will be explored. You should have a basic knowledge of the guitar, chords and chord charts for this class. Bring your guitar to the first class.
Meeting time and location:
06/17/25 - 08/05/25
Tue 7:30p - 9p
Ferguson Allied Health, Room 451
A-B Tech Main Campus
340 Victoria Rd, Asheville NC 28801
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Jun 18 - Jul 16
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$79
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A deeper look into music theory and how it applies to the modern world. Emphasis on training the ear to hear challenging melodies as well as basic chord progressions. Topics include classical major and minor scales, the modes, and the blue notes, as well as spelling chords and chordal extensions. We will also discuss the historical development of all of these concepts and how they apply to all genres of music.
Meeting time and location:
06/18/25 - 07/16/25
Wed 6p - 8p
Ferguson Allied Health, Room 451
A-B Tech Main Campus
340 Victoria Rd, Asheville NC 28801
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Jul 10 - Aug 7
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$87
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This bag class is an excellent opportunity to use your sewing skills as you explore the fundamentals of bag making. Discover options for materials, design, and hardware. Learn how to customize your bag with various types of zippers, embellishments and more. You will create a one-of-a-kind bag and/or tote. A materials list will be given at the first class. This class is not suitable for beginners. You must know how to use a sewing machine and have good sewing skills. Leigh Anne Hilbert, Instructor.
Meeting time and location:
07/10/25 - 08/07/25
Thur 2p - 4:30p
Ferguson Allied Health, Room 423
A-B Tech Main Campus
340 Victoria Rd, Asheville NC 28801
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Jul 10 - Aug 7
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$87
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This bag class is an excellent opportunity to use your sewing skills as you explore the fundamentals of bag making. Discover options for materials, design, and hardware. Learn how to customize your bag with various types of zippers, embellishments and more. You will create a one-of-a-kind bag and/or tote. A materials list will be given at the first class. This class is not suitable for beginners. You must know how to use a sewing machine and have good sewing skills. Leigh Anne Hilbert, Instructor.
Meeting time and location:
07/10/25 - 08/07/25
Thur 6p - 8:30p
Ferguson Allied Health, Room 423
A-B Tech Main Campus
340 Victoria Rd, Asheville NC 28801
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Apr 21 - May 19
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$79
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Discover the art of interior decorating in this engaging and hands-on class designed for beginners. Whether you’re looking to refresh a single room or revamp your entire home, this course will provide you with the foundational skills and confidence to create beautiful, functional spaces. Explore the basics of design, color theory, space planning, style and trends and DIY projects. Get to know various materials, fabrics and textures to add depth and interest to your design.
Meeting time and location:
04/21/25 - 05/19/25
Mon 6p - 8:30p
Ferguson Allied Health, Room 426
A-B Tech Main Campus
340 Victoria Rd, Asheville NC 28801
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Jun 2–23
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$79
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Interior decorating is an art form that transcends mere aesthetics; it is a powerful means of transforming spaces into environments that reflect personal style while serving functional purposes. You will further explore principles that elevate design beyond mere decoration. We will discuss the key elements of contemporary interior design, the importance of color theory, and integrating your personal style to create spaces that reflect your individuality while maintaining functionality. Discover how a well-decorated space can evoke a sense of balance, integrating colors, textures, furniture, and accessories into a cohesive design.
Meeting time and location:
06/02/25 - 06/23/25
Mon 6p - 8:30p
Ferguson Allied Health, Room 426
A-B Tech Main Campus
340 Victoria Rd, Asheville NC 28801
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May 7 - Jun 11
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$81
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Quilting, an old-time Southern tradition, is recapturing its vibrancy as an art form across the country. Whether you want to make heirloom bed quilts or artful quilted wall hangings, this beginning class is for you. Learn the basics of quilting including color and design, cutting with rotary equipment, matching points and putting it all together. Complete most of a small sample quilt over the duration of the class. A supply list will be provided on the first class.
Meeting time and location:
05/07/25 - 06/11/25
Wed 2p - 4:30p
Ferguson Allied Health, Room 423
A-B Tech Main Campus
340 Victoria Rd, Asheville NC 28801
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May 7 - Jun 11
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$81
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Quilting, an old-time Southern tradition, is recapturing its vibrancy as an art form across the country. Whether you want to make heirloom bed quilts or artful quilted wall hangings, this beginning class is for you. Learn the basics of quilting including color and design, cutting with rotary equipment, matching points and putting it all together. Complete most of a small sample quilt over the duration of the class. A supply list will be provided on the first class.
Meeting time and location:
05/07/25 - 06/11/25
Wed 6p - 8:30p
Ferguson Allied Health, Room 423
A-B Tech Main Campus
340 Victoria Rd, Asheville NC 28801
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May 5 - Jun 16
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$81
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This class is for those with basic quilting experience or who have taken a Beginning Quilting class. You will have fun developing your quilting skills as we explore different styles and techniques of quilt making. Sewing machines are available to use in class or bring your own. For first class, bring your Show and Tell quilting pieces. Supplies discussed at the first class.
Meeting times and locations:
05/05/25 - 05/19/25
Mon 2p - 4:30p
Ferguson Allied Health, Room 423
A-B Tech Main Campus
340 Victoria Rd, Asheville NC 28801
06/02/25 - 06/16/25
Mon 2p - 4:30p
Ferguson Allied Health, Room 423
A-B Tech Main Campus
340 Victoria Rd, Asheville NC 28801
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May 17
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$79
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Experience the joy of fly fishing and increase your confidence as you explore casting, fly presentation and wading techniques. There will be discussion on aquatic insects and their life cycle, reading a river, finding fish, selecting a rod and fly line, picking the right fly, selecting wading equipment and gearing up for a trip. Bring a brown bag lunch and any fish equipment you might have to class. Shane Buckner, Instructor. All activities are on the Asheville Campus.
Meeting time:
Sat 05/17/25 10a - 4p
Ferguson Allied Health, Room 126
A-B Tech Main Campus
340 Victoria Rd, Asheville NC 28801
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May 20 - Jul 8
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$81
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Relieve stress and develop focus through yoga. You will learn basic postures and be introduced to yoga philosophy. This is a great class to find out what yoga is all about. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a mat to the first class. Tricia Lea, Instructor.
Meeting time and location:
05/20/25 - 07/08/25
Tue 6p - 7:30p
Ivy, Room 205
A-B Tech Main Campus
340 Victoria Rd, Asheville NC 28801
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Apr 19–20
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$199
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This Basic Rider Course is certified by the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program and conducted at a pace that results in successful completion for most novice riders. The course provides actual motorcycle operator training in a controlled, off-street environment. No experience is necessary; however, a good sense of balance is required (you must be able to ride a bicycle). To receive the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program endorsement card, you must attend one hundred percent of all scheduled course hours and successfully complete the skills evaluation on Sunday afternoon. Required gear for all participants: long pants (no rips or holes), long-sleeve shirts, over-the-ankle boots (no sneakers), full-fingered gloves, eye protection (sunglasses or prescription eyewear is permissible), and a DOT approved helmet. Motorcycles are provided for all students. At the discretion of the instructors, students who are do not complete the riding objectives, are unable to safely operate the motorcycle and become a danger to themselves or others will be dismissed from class for their own protection and the safety of the group. No refunds will be given if you do not complete the course for any reason or if you register and are unable to attend. Space is limited, register early. There is a required 5-hour online e-course that students complete on their own before coming to class. The e-course link will be sent 10-12 days before the class scheduled class. The motorcycle range is located on A-B Tech’s Victoria Road campus on 41 Fernihurst Drive. For information call A-B Tech at (828)398-7817 or 398-7369. Registration fee-$195 includes a $5 comprehensive insurance fee and the online e-course.
Meeting time and location:
04/19/25 - 04/20/25
Sat, Sun 7:45a - 2p
Adv. Manufacturing Ctr., Room 203
A-B Tech Main Campus
340 Victoria Rd, Asheville NC 28801
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Apr 26–27
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$199
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This Basic Rider Course is certified by the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program and conducted at a pace that results in successful completion for most novice riders. The course provides actual motorcycle operator training in a controlled, off-street environment. No experience is necessary; however, a good sense of balance is required (you must be able to ride a bicycle). To receive the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program endorsement card, you must attend one hundred percent of all scheduled course hours and successfully complete the skills evaluation on Sunday afternoon. Required gear for all participants: long pants (no rips or holes), long-sleeve shirts, over-the-ankle boots (no sneakers), full-fingered gloves, eye protection (sunglasses or prescription eyewear is permissible), and a DOT approved helmet. Motorcycles are provided for all students. At the discretion of the instructors, students who are do not complete the riding objectives, are unable to safely operate the motorcycle and become a danger to themselves or others will be dismissed from class for their own protection and the safety of the group. No refunds will be given if you do not complete the course for any reason or if you register and are unable to attend. Space is limited, register early. There is a required 5-hour online e-course that students complete on their own before coming to class. The e-course link will be sent 10-12 days before the class scheduled class. The motorcycle range is located on A-B Tech’s Victoria Road campus on 41 Fernihurst Drive. For information call A-B Tech at (828)398-7817 or 398-7369. Registration fee-$195 includes a $5 comprehensive insurance fee and the online e-course.
Meeting time and location:
04/26/25 - 04/27/25
Sat, Sun 7:45a - 2p
Adv. Manufacturing Ctr., Room 203
A-B Tech Main Campus
340 Victoria Rd, Asheville NC 28801
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May 3–4
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$199
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This Basic Rider Course is certified by the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program and conducted at a pace that results in successful completion for most novice riders. The course provides actual motorcycle operator training in a controlled, off-street environment. No experience is necessary; however, a good sense of balance is required (you must be able to ride a bicycle). To receive the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program endorsement card, you must attend one hundred percent of all scheduled course hours and successfully complete the skills evaluation on Sunday afternoon. Required gear for all participants: long pants (no rips or holes), long-sleeve shirts, over-the-ankle boots (no sneakers), full-fingered gloves, eye protection (sunglasses or prescription eyewear is permissible), and a DOT approved helmet. Motorcycles are provided for all students. At the discretion of the instructors, students who are do not complete the riding objectives, are unable to safely operate the motorcycle and become a danger to themselves or others will be dismissed from class for their own protection and the safety of the group. No refunds will be given if you do not complete the course for any reason or if you register and are unable to attend. Space is limited, register early. There is a required 5-hour online e-course that students complete on their own before coming to class. The e-course link will be sent 10-12 days before the class scheduled class. The motorcycle range is located on A-B Tech’s Victoria Road campus on 41 Fernihurst Drive. For information call A-B Tech at (828)398-7817 or 398-7369. Registration fee-$195 includes a $5 comprehensive insurance fee and the online e-course.
Meeting time and location:
05/03/25 - 05/04/25
Sat, Sun 7:45a - 2p
Adv. Manufacturing Ctr., Room 203
A-B Tech Main Campus
340 Victoria Rd, Asheville NC 28801
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May 10–11
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$199
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This Basic Rider Course is certified by the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program and conducted at a pace that results in successful completion for most novice riders. The course provides actual motorcycle operator training in a controlled, off-street environment. No experience is necessary; however, a good sense of balance is required (you must be able to ride a bicycle). To receive the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program endorsement card, you must attend one hundred percent of all scheduled course hours and successfully complete the skills evaluation on Sunday afternoon. Required gear for all participants: long pants (no rips or holes), long-sleeve shirts, over-the-ankle boots (no sneakers), full-fingered gloves, eye protection (sunglasses or prescription eyewear is permissible), and a DOT approved helmet. Motorcycles are provided for all students. At the discretion of the instructors, students who are do not complete the riding objectives, are unable to safely operate the motorcycle and become a danger to themselves or others will be dismissed from class for their own protection and the safety of the group. No refunds will be given if you do not complete the course for any reason or if you register and are unable to attend. Space is limited, register early. There is a required 5-hour online e-course that students complete on their own before coming to class. The e-course link will be sent 10-12 days before the class scheduled class. The motorcycle range is located on A-B Tech’s Victoria Road campus on 41 Fernihurst Drive. For information call A-B Tech at (828)398-7817 or 398-7369. Registration fee-$195 includes a $5 comprehensive insurance fee and the online e-course.
Meeting time and location:
05/10/25 - 05/11/25
Sat, Sun 7:45a - 2p
Adv. Manufacturing Ctr., Room 203
A-B Tech Main Campus
340 Victoria Rd, Asheville NC 28801
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May 17–18
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$199
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This Basic Rider Course is certified by the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program and conducted at a pace that results in successful completion for most novice riders. The course provides actual motorcycle operator training in a controlled, off-street environment. No experience is necessary; however, a good sense of balance is required (you must be able to ride a bicycle). To receive the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program endorsement card, you must attend one hundred percent of all scheduled course hours and successfully complete the skills evaluation on Sunday afternoon. Required gear for all participants: long pants (no rips or holes), long-sleeve shirts, over-the-ankle boots (no sneakers), full-fingered gloves, eye protection (sunglasses or prescription eyewear is permissible), and a DOT approved helmet. Motorcycles are provided for all students. At the discretion of the instructors, students who are do not complete the riding objectives, are unable to safely operate the motorcycle and become a danger to themselves or others will be dismissed from class for their own protection and the safety of the group. No refunds will be given if you do not complete the course for any reason or if you register and are unable to attend. Space is limited, register early. There is a required 5-hour online e-course that students complete on their own before coming to class. The e-course link will be sent 10-12 days before the class scheduled class. The motorcycle range is located on A-B Tech’s Victoria Road campus on 41 Fernihurst Drive. For information call A-B Tech at (828)398-7817 or 398-7369. Registration fee-$195 includes a $5 comprehensive insurance fee and the online e-course.
Meeting time and location:
05/17/25 - 05/18/25
Sat, Sun 7:45a - 2p
Adv. Manufacturing Ctr., Room 203
A-B Tech Main Campus
340 Victoria Rd, Asheville NC 28801
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May 24–25
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$199
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This Basic Rider Course is certified by the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program and conducted at a pace that results in successful completion for most novice riders. The course provides actual motorcycle operator training in a controlled, off-street environment. No experience is necessary; however, a good sense of balance is required (you must be able to ride a bicycle). To receive the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program endorsement card, you must attend one hundred percent of all scheduled course hours and successfully complete the skills evaluation on Sunday afternoon. Required gear for all participants: long pants (no rips or holes), long-sleeve shirts, over-the-ankle boots (no sneakers), full-fingered gloves, eye protection (sunglasses or prescription eyewear is permissible), and a DOT approved helmet. Motorcycles are provided for all students. At the discretion of the instructors, students who are do not complete the riding objectives, are unable to safely operate the motorcycle and become a danger to themselves or others will be dismissed from class for their own protection and the safety of the group. No refunds will be given if you do not complete the course for any reason or if you register and are unable to attend. Space is limited, register early. There is a required 5-hour online e-course that students complete on their own before coming to class. The e-course link will be sent 10-12 days before the class scheduled class. The motorcycle range is located on A-B Tech’s Victoria Road campus on 41 Fernihurst Drive. For information call A-B Tech at (828)398-7817 or 398-7369. Registration fee-$195 includes a $5 comprehensive insurance fee and the online e-course.
Meeting time and location:
05/24/25 - 05/25/25
Sat, Sun 7:45a - 2p
Adv. Manufacturing Ctr., Room 203
A-B Tech Main Campus
340 Victoria Rd, Asheville NC 28801
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May 31 - Jun 1
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$199
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This Basic Rider Course is certified by the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program and conducted at a pace that results in successful completion for most novice riders. The course provides actual motorcycle operator training in a controlled, off-street environment. No experience is necessary; however, a good sense of balance is required (you must be able to ride a bicycle). To receive the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program endorsement card, you must attend one hundred percent of all scheduled course hours and successfully complete the skills evaluation on Sunday afternoon. Required gear for all participants: long pants (no rips or holes), long-sleeve shirts, over-the-ankle boots (no sneakers), full-fingered gloves, eye protection (sunglasses or prescription eyewear is permissible), and a DOT approved helmet. Motorcycles are provided for all students. At the discretion of the instructors, students who are do not complete the riding objectives, are unable to safely operate the motorcycle and become a danger to themselves or others will be dismissed from class for their own protection and the safety of the group. No refunds will be given if you do not complete the course for any reason or if you register and are unable to attend. Space is limited, register early. There is a required 5-hour online e-course that students complete on their own before coming to class. The e-course link will be sent 10-12 days before the class scheduled class. The motorcycle range is located on A-B Tech’s Victoria Road campus on 41 Fernihurst Drive. For information call A-B Tech at (828)398-7817 or 398-7369. Registration fee-$195 includes a $5 comprehensive insurance fee and the online e-course.
Meeting time and location:
05/31/25 - 06/01/25
Sat, Sun 7:45a - 2p
Adv. Manufacturing Ctr., Room 203
A-B Tech Main Campus
340 Victoria Rd, Asheville NC 28801
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Jun 7–8
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$199
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This Basic Rider Course is certified by the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program and conducted at a pace that results in successful completion for most novice riders. The course provides actual motorcycle operator training in a controlled, off-street environment. No experience is necessary; however, a good sense of balance is required (you must be able to ride a bicycle). To receive the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program endorsement card, you must attend one hundred percent of all scheduled course hours and successfully complete the skills evaluation on Sunday afternoon. Required gear for all participants: long pants (no rips or holes), long-sleeve shirts, over-the-ankle boots (no sneakers), full-fingered gloves, eye protection (sunglasses or prescription eyewear is permissible), and a DOT approved helmet. Motorcycles are provided for all students. At the discretion of the instructors, students who are do not complete the riding objectives, are unable to safely operate the motorcycle and become a danger to themselves or others will be dismissed from class for their own protection and the safety of the group. No refunds will be given if you do not complete the course for any reason or if you register and are unable to attend. Space is limited, register early. There is a required 5-hour online e-course that students complete on their own before coming to class. The e-course link will be sent 10-12 days before the class scheduled class. The motorcycle range is located on A-B Tech’s Victoria Road campus on 41 Fernihurst Drive. For information call A-B Tech at (828)398-7817 or 398-7369. Registration fee-$195 includes a $5 comprehensive insurance fee and the online e-course.
Meeting time and location:
06/07/25 - 06/08/25
Sat, Sun 7:45a - 2p
Adv. Manufacturing Ctr., Room 203
A-B Tech Main Campus
340 Victoria Rd, Asheville NC 28801
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