Student Information and Resources

Registration For Distance Learning

Registration for distance learning is done during the regular registration periods as outlined in the semester class schedule brochure.  Payment may be made by VISA, MasterCard, check, or cash.

Students enrolling in distance learning must contact their assigned academic advisor to complete the registration process.  Degree and diploma seeking students or those enrolling in math or English course must first complete assessment tests in English, math, and reading prior to enrolling in class.  These tests are free of charge and may be scheduled at the Student Development, Admissions and Testing offices on either campus.  The tests are used for correct course placement.

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Late Registration Procedure

All* students who register late for a distance learning course or who need to add a distance learning course through the add period must follow this procedure:    

1. Notify the instructor who teaches the distance learning class for which you are registering.  The instructor should sign next to the particular class listed on the Trial Schedule or Drop/Add form.  Obtain a copy of the syllabus from the instructor.
2. If the instructor is not available, the academic dean must sign the trial schedule or the drop/add form.  You can find out who the academic dean is at the Student Information Desk in Building E.  
3. The instructor or the academic dean will register you. Alternatively, take the approved trial schedule or drop/add form to the Student Development Office in Building E.  A staff member will complete the registration process.  You cannot be registered unless the courses are properly authorized.  
4. If you are registering for more than one distance learning class, you must follow this procedure for each distance learning class.  
5. Complete on-line orientation process.

*Whether or not they have taken a distance learning course before.

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Contacts for True Distance Learning Students (336) 599-1181:

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Course Addition Procedure

A student may add a class after the general registration process has been completed by using an add form which is available from the advisor or the admissions office.  Classes may be added through the third day of the semester.

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Withdrawals

A student may withdraw from classes or the College by completing a drop form, which is available in the Student Development Office.  The signatures of the student’s faculty advisor(s) and instructor(s) are required to complete this form.  Failure to complete this form by the mid-point of the semester could result in the student receiving a grade of WF or F in all courses they have stopped attending.  By contacting the Coordinator of Student Records and the instructor(s), a student can appeal a WF or F grade resulting from being dropped from classes, if extenuating circumstances exist.

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Orientation Schedule

Students registering for distance learning classes must consult the semester class schedule brochure for the distance learning orientation dates, times, and location or click on this information link.  Orientation is required for all students enrolled in a distance learning course.  Orientation can be completed online or face to face.  If students do not attend orientation, they will not be enrolled in the class.

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Student Development

The services available from Student Development include:  Admissions and Registration; Orientation;  Advising; responding to Special Needs; Counseling Requests; Financial Aid; Career Development and Placement Services; Student Records; Student Activities; Veterans etc.  

Application: If you wish to enroll at Piedmont Community College, you must complete and submit an Application for Admission. You can apply online by accessing the online application, http://www.ncmentor.org/applications/nc_community_college/apply.html?application_id=1516

Register:  by telephone by calling 336-599-1181, ext. 272.    

New Student Orientation:  New Student Orientation is offered face to face every semester. For details call 336 599 1181, ext. 272. ACA 111 College Student Success, an introductory course to student life, is offered every semester both online and as a telecourse.  Check the PCC website for the schedule.

Academic Advising:  Receive academic advising by calling 336-599-1181, ext. 272.

Counseling:  Counseling services can be obtained by calling 336-599-1181, ext. 272

Disability Support Services:   Students who require special accommodations to access distant learning education, must document the special needs and request accommodations.  Call  the Office of Disability Services at 336-599-1181 or e-mail Brian Totten, tottenb@piedmontcc.edu .

Financial Aid:  To find out about financial aid opportunities available at PCC, consult the PCC website or call 336 599 1181 ext. 286 or 381. The Application for Federal Financial Aid (FAFSA) can be completed on line at www.fafsa.ed.gov . Piedmont Community College’s federal school code is 009646.

Career Development:  To explore your career options, contact Career Services at 336-599-1181, ext. 255 or e-mail marcels@piedmontcc.edu.    

Job Placement:  PCC’s Career Connections website has been created for the benefit of PCC students and graduates. The site shows jobs listed by employers interested in the skills of PCC students. Job seekers can e-mail their resume via the website to employers of their choice.  For more information call 336-599-1181, ext. 255 or e-mail Samantheo Marcellus, marcels@piedmontcc.edu.

Student Records:  For questions concerning registration, grades, transcripts, withdrawals, changes in programs, etc. contact the Records Office at 336-599-1181, ext. 281 or e-mail Lisa Palmer, palmerl@piedmontcc.edu.

Veterans Benefits:  Veterans may be eligible for special benefits.  For more information refer to the PCC Catalog and Student Handbook at http://www.piemontcc.edu or call the Office of Financial Aid and Veterans Affairs at 336-599-1181, ext. 286 or 381.

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Learning Resources Center  

Orientation and general information about the services available from the Learning Resource Center and procedures to access these services is provided through the Learning Resource Center web page.  The Reference Department is available by phone, email, or fax for individual questions.

• Reference and Research: The Learning Resource Center is responsible for providing remote access to online databases to allow students to conduct research necessary for successful completion of course assignments.  Reference services are provided through email links on the Learning Resources Center web page or by phone, fax, mail, or in person.

• Online Collection and Catalog: The Learning Resource Center provides access through the Learning Resources Center web page to a comprehensive collection of digital books limited to netLibrary, encyclopedias (both English and Spanish), and other reference books.  Links are established to connect distance learning students to a variety of other full-text sources not owned or licensed by the LRC.  A catalog of material available in the Learning Resources Center is provided through web access, and links to other college and university catalogs are included on the Learning Resources Center web page.  The Learning Resources Center provides passwords for databases as needed.

• Registration and Circulation: To check out material from the Learning Resources Center, distance students must first register and obtain a library card.  Circulation of books, journals, and audiovisual media are provided through mail, courier, or electronic transfer.  Information on policies and procedures regarding circulation of materials is given on the Learning Resources Center web page or through print material available in the Learning Resources Center.

• Interlibrary Loan: Students can request books from other libraries by contacting a librarian through email, phone, fax, mail, or in person.  Interlibrary loans can be picked up in person or delivered by mail.  Distance learners must have a library card to borrow books.

• Internet Access: The college provides access to Internet services in the Learning Resources Center.

• Reserves: It is the responsibility of the instructor to notify the Learning Resources Center if materials are to be put on reserve and to obtain permission from the publisher/producer before submitting copyrighted material for reserve when required.  These reserves may be either electronic or in-house reserves.  Requests for placing materials on reserve should be made at least 48 hours prior to the beginning of the course, or prior to the time the students are notified that reserve material is available.  Reserves will be removed at the end of the semester unless the instructor notifies the Head of Reference to extend the reserve period.

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Student Success Center          

• Information about the Student Success Center is available on the College web site.  

• Tutors are available at established times for assistance.

• All students, distance or otherwise, have equal access to the Student Success Center services.

• Visit http://www2.piedmontcc.edu/ssc/ for more information.

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Bookstore

Contact information for the Bookstore is available through the web page or by calling the College. The manager of the PCC Bookstore will handle questions and comments through e-mail, phone, fax, mail, or in person.  Books can be delivered to distance students by mail if they live greater than 50 miles from the College. 

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