Southwestern Community College NC

10/23/2026

Our Automotive program stays busy as the Franklin High School students visited Town of Franklin fleet services, Andean Dodge and Countryside Chevrolet!

Additionally, our own David Myers, Marty Rowland, Philip Henson and Danny Weber recently completed intensive professional development at the annual ASTA Expo 2026!

10/23/2026

Our Small Business Center is hosting a Childcare Business Summit!

More info ⬇️

🧸 CHILDCARE BUSINESS SUMMIT 💼

Childcare entrepreneurs and aspiring childcare business owners across Western NC — this one is for YOU!

The Southwestern Community College Small Business Center is bringing together childcare providers, entrepreneurs, and community resources for a full day focused on the business side of childcare.

📍 SCC Jackson Campus | Sylva, NC
📅 October 28, 2026
⏰ 9-3 PM
🎉 NO COST TO ATTEND!

We’ll start with a look at the need for additional childcare in our community and why this creates an opportunity for new providers and entrepreneurs. Learn what the startup process looks like, including different types of childcare businesses, licensing, facility considerations, sanitation requirements, and where to begin. Hear a real-world perspective on owning and operating a childcare business, including the rewards, challenges, daily realities, and lessons learned along the way. And much more!

Whether you’re thinking about starting a childcare business, currently operating one, or looking for ways to strengthen and grow your business, this is an opportunity to:

✨ Connect with valuable resources
✨ Learn about the business side of childcare
✨ Ask questions and get practical information
✨ Network with other childcare entrepreneurs
✨ Discover resources available to support your business

And while we’re hosting this event in Sylva, we especially want to see childcare providers and aspiring entrepreneurs from Macon County, Swain County, and the Qualla Boundary! ❤️

🤝 Let’s bring our childcare business community together.

October 28 • 9 AM–3 PM • SCC Jackson Campus
FREE to attend — registration required!

👉 REGISTER HERE:
https://bit.ly/2026ChildcareSummit

10/23/2026

We're excited to announce a new pathway that allows our Health Information Technology students to seamlessly get their bachelor’s degrees from East Carolina University. Check out the video to learn more about this vital role in healthcare, and learn more about our program and transfer options by contacting Penny Wells ([email protected]).

10/21/2026

Did you know this week is Medical Assistants Recognition Week? 👀🩺 In honor of current and future Medical Assistants, we'd love to give a special shout out for all the empathy and hard work you provide towards patient care in our community!

10/21/2026

Looking forward to retirement and need help with planning? The SCC Foundation is hosting a FREE seminar with lunch: "8,000 Days of Retirement: How to Create Your Long-Term Financial Goals." From 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. on Oct. 27, presenters from Edward Jones and Hartford Funds will provide insight into best practices for retirement planning. Spots are limited! Contact 828.339.4227 or [email protected] to reserve your seat!

10/20/2026

Advising Day checklist:

✔️ Contact your advisor or the UTAC
✔️ Browse the class schedule
✔️ Confirm or change your program
✔️ Create or update your academic plan

Are you fully prepared? Then you're ready to enroll for Spring classes, starting Oct. 27!

If you register before Dec. 19, you’ll be entered to win $1,000, awarded in Spring 2027! 💲💲

10/15/2026

Need to earn your state inspection license or keep your current credentials up to date? We are offering multiple opportunities to take a North Carolina Safety Inspection class on our Jackson Campus! The course covers all NCDMV safety standards and regulations - perfect for anyone working in a dealership or running their own business. Interested? Visit https://bit.ly/4zzwjKu and search "Auto Inspection" to see available dates and register, or contact [email protected] for more info.

10/15/2026

Looking for a new career path or interested in transferring to a university? Take advantage of an opportunity to meet employers and university recruiters during our Job & Transfer Fair! Stop by our Macon Campus between 1-4pm next Thursday and take that next step to change your life!

Learn more ➡️ https://bit.ly/47R4voV

10/13/2026

Our friends at the State Employees’ Credit Union have once again made a generous donation to assist students who enroll in our Workforce Continuing Education programs. We are very grateful for their continued support!

Learn more ➡️ https://bit.ly/4dwueGE

10/13/2026

Our own Mike Despeaux and Vicki Todd spoke with WRGC this morning to discuss the upcoming Job and Transfer Fair. Tune in at 8:30am this Thursday on 105.7 FM The River and 94.1 FM Classic Country to learn more about the event!