Central Piedmont Community College is in Charlotte, North Carolina in the United States. The College is designed to equip students with skills for the workforce, or if they wish, to transfer to a four-year college or university. The college has over 70,000 students and is one of the largest community colleges in the state. With six satellite campuses in several locations, visitors can explore all the historic and cultural delights of Charlotte.
Central Campus is located near Independence Park, a nine-hectare, sprawling urban space in the Elizabeth neighbourhood of Charlotte. Walk winding pathways, sit under leafy trees or enjoy tranquil reflection by the pond or rose garden. Cato Campus can be found near Reedy Creek Park, which hosts a variety of sports facilities. Partake in a game of tennis, basketball, cricket or soccer, go fishing at the lakeside pier or enjoy the outdoor picnic areas. Many students or visitors to Central Piedmont Community College venture to nearby city attractions. Fans of motorsports will relish a trip to NASCAR Hall of Fame with its all access areas. Discover behind the scenes industry secrets, a high-octane theatre, and Glory Road’s historic cars. Those hoping to study in Charlotte can discover its history at Levine Museum of the New South. Explore a variety of exhibits documenting a diverse history since the American Civil War. Many of Central Piedmont Community College campuses have amazing eateries right on their doorstep. From sushi-burger fusion restaurants to Spanish tapas bars and smokehouses, there’s something to suit all tastes and budgets.
Walking around campus is easy, but travelling from one campus to another out of the city will require a car or public transportation. Buses, light rail trains and trolleybuses operate from Downtown Charlotte throughout the city and to the suburbs. Many areas of Charlotte are bicycle friendly as there are designated bike lanes. Taxi and Uber services are available.
Central Piedmont Community College, or CPCC as it is also known, was founded in 1963. It was the result of a merger between Central Industrial Education Centre and Mecklenburg College. The College offers curriculum programmes in Business and Emerging Technologies, Health and Natural Science, Technical and Manufacturing and Public Safety and Human Services.