Halifax Community College
Encyclopedia
Halifax Community College is a community college
located in Weldon
, a town in Halifax County
of North Carolina
. The college, established in 1967, is one of the oldest in the North Carolina Community College System
. It offers associate's degree
programs and continuing education.
It is also a member of the American Association of Community Colleges
.
. It began operations in
February 1968 under Dr. Phillip W. Taylor, and from June 1968 to April 1977 was located at the old
Colonial Manor Hotel property on Highway 301. The current 109-acre campus, centrally located on Highway 158 in Weldon, was purchased in 1972, built starting in 1975, and dedicated on May 22, 1977.
In 1971, a general education program was added, by contract with East Carolina University
.
After several years of study, and following legislative approval in 1975, Halifax County Technical Institute added two-year transfer programs to become a comprehensive community college.
On July 1, 1976, the Institute's name officially changed to Halifax Community College.
Growth in enrollment has been accompanied by growth in facilities, including centers for continuing education, wellness, child care, allied health, literacy/science education, nursing, and student services, as well as The Centre at Halifax Community College, a 1500-seat multipurpose theater and conference facility that opened in November 2003.
The fourth and current president, Dr. Ervin V. Griffin, Sr., took office December 1, 2006.
.
The college and its programs are also accredited or approved by the following agencies:
Dr. Harriet Morrison is Dean of Curriculum Programs at Halifax Community College.
Community college
A community college is a type of educational institution. The term can have different meanings in different countries.-Australia:Community colleges carry on the tradition of adult education, which was established in Australia around mid 19th century when evening classes were held to help adults...
located in Weldon
Weldon, North Carolina
Weldon is a town in Halifax County, North Carolina, United States. The population was 1,374 at the 2000 census. It is part of the Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina Micropolitan Statistical Area.-Geography:Weldon is located at ....
, a town in Halifax County
Halifax County, North Carolina
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of North Carolina
North Carolina
North Carolina is a state located in the southeastern United States. The state borders South Carolina and Georgia to the south, Tennessee to the west and Virginia to the north. North Carolina contains 100 counties. Its capital is Raleigh, and its largest city is Charlotte...
. The college, established in 1967, is one of the oldest in the North Carolina Community College System
North Carolina Community College System
The North Carolina Community College System is a statewide network of fifty-eight public community colleges. Each college has a distinct governance system and policies. In total, the system enrolls over 800,000 students, and is the third largest community college system in the nation...
. It offers associate's degree
Associate's degree
An associate degree is an undergraduate academic degree awarded by community colleges, junior colleges, technical colleges, and bachelor's degree-granting colleges and universities upon completion of a course of study usually lasting two years...
programs and continuing education.
It is also a member of the American Association of Community Colleges
American Association of Community Colleges
The American Association of Community Colleges , headquartered in the National Center for Higher Education in Washington, D.C., is the primary advocacy organization for community colleges at the national level and works closely with directors of state offices to inform and affect state policy...
.
History
Halifax Community College was chartered on September 7, 1967, as Halifax County Technical Institute, part of the North Carolina Community College SystemNorth Carolina Community College System
The North Carolina Community College System is a statewide network of fifty-eight public community colleges. Each college has a distinct governance system and policies. In total, the system enrolls over 800,000 students, and is the third largest community college system in the nation...
. It began operations in
February 1968 under Dr. Phillip W. Taylor, and from June 1968 to April 1977 was located at the old
Colonial Manor Hotel property on Highway 301. The current 109-acre campus, centrally located on Highway 158 in Weldon, was purchased in 1972, built starting in 1975, and dedicated on May 22, 1977.
In 1971, a general education program was added, by contract with East Carolina University
East Carolina University
East Carolina University is a public, coeducational, engaged doctoral/research university located in Greenville, North Carolina, United States. Named East Carolina University by statute and commonly known as ECU or East Carolina, the university is the largest institution of higher learning in...
.
After several years of study, and following legislative approval in 1975, Halifax County Technical Institute added two-year transfer programs to become a comprehensive community college.
On July 1, 1976, the Institute's name officially changed to Halifax Community College.
Growth in enrollment has been accompanied by growth in facilities, including centers for continuing education, wellness, child care, allied health, literacy/science education, nursing, and student services, as well as The Centre at Halifax Community College, a 1500-seat multipurpose theater and conference facility that opened in November 2003.
The fourth and current president, Dr. Ervin V. Griffin, Sr., took office December 1, 2006.
Accreditation
Halifax Community College is fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and SchoolsSouthern Association of Colleges and Schools
The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools is one of the six regional accreditation organizations recognized by the United States Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation...
.
The college and its programs are also accredited or approved by the following agencies:
- American Safety and Health InstituteAmerican Safety and Health InstituteThe American Safety and Health Institute is an association of health and safety educators that provides certification in CPR, First Aid, and other basic topics for laypersons and professionals...
- Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education ProgramsCommission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education ProgramsCommission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, , is an agency of accreditation for the accredits postsecondary education programs in 19 different allied health and related fields....
- North Carolina Department of Health and Human ServicesNorth Carolina Department of Health and Human ServicesThe North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is a large government agency in the U.S. state of North Carolina, somewhat analogous to the United States Department of Health and Human Services. DHHS has more than 19,000 employees...
– Every two years - North Carolina Community College SystemNorth Carolina Community College SystemThe North Carolina Community College System is a statewide network of fifty-eight public community colleges. Each college has a distinct governance system and policies. In total, the system enrolls over 800,000 students, and is the third largest community college system in the nation...
- Annual - Commission on Dental Accreditation, American Dental Association - 2006-2012
- Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
- Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
- North Carolina Board of Nursing – 2002-2009
- Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
- National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences – 2004-2009
- North Carolina State Approving Agency for Veterans and Military Education Programs
- North Carolina State Board of Cosmetic Arts - Quarterly
- North Carolina Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors – Annual
- North Carolina Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors – Semi-annual
- North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission
- North Carolina Department of Insurance
- North Carolina Department of Justice Standards Division – 2007-2012
- North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation
- North Carolina Office of Emergency Medical Services - Every four years
- North Carolina Office of State Fire Marshall – Every four years
- North Carolina Real Estate Licensing Board - Annual
- North Carolina Sheriffs' Education and Training Standards Commission
- North Carolina Small Business Center Network
Academics
Academic programs at HCC are grouped into six schools.Dr. Harriet Morrison is Dean of Curriculum Programs at Halifax Community College.
School of Arts and Sciences
- Associates in Arts
- Teacher Preparation Partnership
- Associates in Science
- Associates in General Education
School of Business
- Accounting
- Advertising and Graphic Design
- Advertising and Graphic Design - Computer Graphics
- Business Administration
- Computer Information Technology
- Interior Design
- Medical Office Administration
- Networking Technology
- Office Administration
School of Legal and Public Service
- Criminal Justice
- Basic Law Enforcement Training
- Cosmetology
- Early Childhood Education
- Greenhouse and Grounds Maintenance
- Human Services Technology
- Paralegal Technology
School of Vocational and Industrial Technology
- Automotive Systems Technology
- Electrical/Electronics Technology
- Facility Maintenance Worker
- Food Service Technology
- Industrial Systems Technology
- Masonry
- Plumbing
- Small Engine and Equipment Repair
- Welding
School of Nursing and Allied Health
- Associate Degree Nursing
- Dental Hygiene
- Medical Laboratory Technology
- Practical Nursing
- Phlebotomy
Adult and Continuing Education Programs
- Business and Industry Services Courses
- Compensatory Education
- Cultural Activities
- Education 2 Go - Online Distance Learning
- Emergency Medical Service Courses
- Fire/Rescue Training
- Focused Industrial Training
- Human Resources Development (HRD)
- Law Enforcement Training
- Literacy Education (ABE and GED)
- New and Expanding Industry
- Nurse Aide I and II
- Occupational Courses
- Small Business Center
- Special Interest Courses
- Teacher Recertification Courses
- Workforce Readiness
See also
- North Carolina Community College SystemNorth Carolina Community College SystemThe North Carolina Community College System is a statewide network of fifty-eight public community colleges. Each college has a distinct governance system and policies. In total, the system enrolls over 800,000 students, and is the third largest community college system in the nation...
- University of North Carolina SystemUniversity of North CarolinaChartered in 1789, the University of North Carolina was one of the first public universities in the United States and the only one to graduate students in the eighteenth century...
- List of colleges and universities in North Carolina
External links
- http://www.halifaxcc.edu Halifax Community College
- http://www.nccommunitycolleges.edu North Carolina Community College System