Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, North Carolina · 2-year · Public
Central Piedmont Community College is a 2-year public college in Charlotte, North Carolina, offering 90 programs reported to the U.S. Department of Education. Its average net price is $3,345 a year.
At a glance
- Average net price
- $3,345
- Graduation rate
- 31%
- Median earnings (10 yrs)
- $37,865
- Median debt
- $7,925
- Undergrads
- 15,067
From the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (June 2026 release). Net price is the average cost after grants and scholarships. Colleges can't edit these numbers.
Programs offered
Programs where Central Piedmont Community College awarded credentials in 2023-24 (IPEDS).
Business and management (7) ⌄
- Accounting Certificate (1 to 2 years) · Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Accounting and Finance Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Business Administration and Management Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Hotel, Motel, and Restaurant Management Certificate (1 to 2 years) · Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Management Information Systems and Services, Other Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Office Management and Supervision Certificate (1 to 2 years) · Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Agriculture and veterinary science (2) ⌄
- Applied Horticulture / Horticulture Operations Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Turf and Turfgrass Management Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Engineering technology (13) ⌄
- Architectural Engineering Technologies / Technicians Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Biomedical Technology / Technician Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Civil Engineering Technologies / Technicians Certificate (1 to 2 years) · Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Computer Engineering Technology / Technician Associate's degree
- Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology / Technician Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Electrical / Electronic Engineering Technologies / Technicians, Other Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Electromechanical / Electromechanical Engineering Technology / Technician Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Engineering / Engineering-Related Technologies / Technicians, Other Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Industrial Production Technologies / Technicians, Other Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Mechanical / Mechanical Engineering Technology / Technician Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering Technology / Technician Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Occupational Safety and Health Technology / Technician Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Surveying Technology Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Computer and information sciences (2) ⌄
- Artificial Intelligence Associate's degree
- Information Technology Certificate (1 to 2 years) · Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Mechanic and repair technologies (5) ⌄
- Autobody / Collision and Repair Technology / Technician Certificate (1 to 2 years) · Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Automobile / Automotive Mechanics Technology / Technician Certificate (1 to 2 years) · Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology / Technician Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology / Technician Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Medium / Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology / Technician Certificate (1 to 2 years) · Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Culinary and personal services (4) ⌄
- Baking and Pastry Arts / Baker / Pastry Chef Certificate (1 to 2 years) · Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Cosmetology, Barber / Styling, and Nail Instructor Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Cosmetology Certificate (1 to 2 years) · Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Culinary Arts / Chef Training Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Construction trades (2) ⌄
- Building / Property Maintenance Certificate (1 to 2 years) · Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Electrician Certificate (1 to 2 years) · Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Precision production (5) ⌄
- Cabinetmaking and Millwork Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology / CNC Machinist Certificate (1 to 2 years) · Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Machine Shop Technology / Assistant Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Tool and Die Technology / Technician Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Welding Technology / Welder Certificate (1 to 2 years) · Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Health professions (24) ⌄
- Cardiovascular Technology / Technologist Associate's degree
- Clinical / Medical Laboratory Technician Associate's degree
- Cytotechnology Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Dental Assisting / Assistant Certificate (1 to 2 years)
- Dental Hygiene / Hygienist Associate's degree
- Emergency Medical Technology / Technician (EMT Paramedic) Certificate (1 to 2 years) · Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Health Information / Medical Records Technology / Technician Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Licensed Practical / Vocational Nurse Training Certificate (1 to 2 years)
- Medical Office Management / Administration Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Medical / Clinical Assistant Certificate (1 to 2 years) · Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Nursing Assistant / Aide and Patient Care Assistant / Aide Certificate (1 to 2 years) · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Occupational Therapist Assistant Associate's degree
- Ophthalmic Technician / Technologist Certificate (1 to 2 years) · Associate's degree
- Pharmacy Technician / Assistant Certificate (1 to 2 years) · Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Physical Therapy Assistant Associate's degree
- Polysomnography Associate's degree
- Pre-Nursing Studies Associate's degree
- Psychiatric / Mental Health Services Technician Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Registered Nursing Associate's degree
- Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions, Other Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Respiratory Care Therapy / Therapist Associate's degree
- Substance Abuse / Addiction Counseling Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Surgical Technology / Technologist Associate's degree
Family and consumer sciences (1) ⌄
- Child Development Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Visual and performing arts (4) ⌄
- Commercial and Advertising Art Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Game and Interactive Media Design Certificate (1 to 2 years) · Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Graphic Design Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Interior Design Certificate (1 to 2 years) · Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Public safety, law enforcement, and firefighting (5) ⌄
- Criminal Justice / Police Science Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Criminal Justice / Safety Studies Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Fire Prevention and Safety Technology / Technician Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Forensic Science and Technology Associate's degree
- Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services, Other Associate's degree
Education (5) ⌄
- Early Childhood Education and Teaching Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Education Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Educational Leadership and Administration Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Elementary Education and Teaching Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Kindergarten / Preschool Education and Teaching Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Liberal arts and general studies (2) ⌄
- General Studies Certificate (1 to 2 years) · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences Associate's degree
Communications technology (2) ⌄
- Graphic Communications Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology / Technician Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Science technologies (1) ⌄
- Industrial Radiologic Technology / Technician Certificate (1 to 2 years) · Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Law and legal studies (1) ⌄
- Legal Assistant / Paralegal Certificate (1 to 2 years) · Associate's degree
Engineering (2) ⌄
- Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
- Pre-Engineering Associate's degree
Languages and linguistics (1) ⌄
- Sign Language Interpretation and Translation Associate's degree · Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Public administration and social services (1) ⌄
- Social Work Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Interdisciplinary studies (1) ⌄
- Sustainability Studies Associate's degree
Sources: IPEDS 2023-24 directory and completions (NCES, IPEDS unit 198260); College Scorecard (June 2026). About our data.