NACCE Everyday Entrepreneur Program
In Fall 2024, the Nash Small Business Center (SBC) partnered with the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship’s (NACCE) Everyday Entrepreneur Program to secure a $5,000 grant dedicated to hosting pitch competitions designed to fuel innovation and growth. The SBC’s, commitment to supporting both aspiring and existing business owners, provides essential resources, mentorship, and training to help businesses start, grow, and thrive in the community. The Everyday Entrepreneur Program aligns with this mission by fostering equitable access to entrepreneurship through funding, education, and hands-on opportunities that turn innovative ideas into viable businesses. Together, this partnership creates a pathway for entrepreneurs to gain visibility, secure funding, and build sustainable ventures that strengthen the local economy.
Spring 2025 Launch Rocky Mount Cohort Gallery
Are you ready to take your business idea to the next level?
Stay connected with the Small Business Center for upcoming pitch competition dates and your chance to compete!
Nash Community College Highlights High-Quality Child Development Center
Nash Community College is proud to spotlight one of its most valuable resources for working families and students, the Betsy B. Currin Child Development Center. Located on campus and fully licensed by the North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education, the Center provides nurturing, high-quality care and education for children ages six weeks […]
Nash Community College Hosts Mexican Consulate for Second Time
Nash Community College recently hosted the Mexican Consulate in the Brown Auditorium for a four-day event from February 3 to 6, offering essential services to the Hispanic community. A total of 341 individuals attended the event, which provided a range of services, including birth certificates, Consular IDs, the Credencial de Elector (Mexican voter ID), and […]
Nash Community College Hosts 2nd Annual Agriculture Forum
Nash Community College proudly hosted the 2nd Annual Agriculture Forum led by the Rocky Mount Area Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, January 29. The event, held at NCC’s Brown Auditorium, welcomed around 150 attendees, including 16 vendors, to explore the future of agriculture in Nash County and the region. NCC President Dr. Lew K. Hunnicutt […]
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NCC Logo
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Nash Community College is a catalyst in the workforce community in Nash County and beyond.
The Corporate and Customized Training program at Nash Community College is here to lend a helping hand to enhance the growth of businesses and their employees by creating customized training designed to meet your company’s needs with three key concepts in mind:
Job Growth — Technology Investment — Productivity Enhancement
We provide state-of-the-art classrooms, manufacturing suites, and laboratories. The Corporate and Customized Training program at Nash Community College can deliver training on our 124-acre campus or at your company site in Nash County.
Our instructors have a wealth of knowledge and span many industry backgrounds. With your specific needs in mind, our instructors can deliver the material you need to catapult your workforce to the next level.
A few examples of our current training solutions include:
- CTP-3001BK Aseptic Training
- SEF-3001ZC Fire Extinguisher Training
- CTP-3001BI First Aid/CPR
- CTP-3001X Forklift Training
- CTP-3001AE Leadership Training
- CTP-3001AD IPC 7711/7721 CIS Cert Training
Eligible Industry Sectors
- Air Courier Services
- Civil Service Operations
- Customer Support Centers
- Life Sciences
- Manufacturing
- National Headquarters with Operations outside NC
- Regional or National Warehousing and Distribution Centers
- Technology Intensive
Apprenticeship
Form a mutual relationship and get the best talent for your company. Work with Nash Community College to select the best students for your business. The students learn through real-world, hands-on experience and your company benefits by improving productivity and profitability.
Partner with Nash Community College and together we will soar!
Rhonda High
Director, Corporate Training and Apprenticeship Programs
Building: Continuing Education
Room: 8227
Phone: 252-451-8379
The Nash Community College Small Business Center (SBC) provides free, confidential counseling services for new and existing businesses. Available on an as-needed basis, our services provide a sounding board for ideas and challenges that clients may have in their business.
Small Business Center Development Series
The Small Business Center offers a variety of workshops and courses to help small businesses be successful. Check the event list on the right for dates and times of upcoming seminars and workshops. We also offer the Small Business Development Series which includes the following seminars:
- How to Start A Business
- How to Write a Business Plan
- How to Find Your Customers
- Marketing Your Business
- Basics of Bookkeeping
- Your Small Business Taxes
- Financing Your Small Business
These seminars are free and are offered to potential and existing entrepreneurs.
Chamber of Commerce Partnership
The Small Business Center co-sponsors programs and events with the Rocky Mount Area Chamber of Commerce and the Nashville Chamber of Commerce, such as Lunch N Learn seminars and more in-depth seminars that address topics of interest to area businesses. Small Business Center seminars are designed for current and prospective business owners, and are offered at low or no cost.
Complimentary Resource Center
The Small Business Center offers a resource center that is free and open to the public. The library of professional resources includes books, printed materials, videos, and a computer equipped with internet access.
NACCE Everyday Entrepreneur Program
NACCE (National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship) and the Everyday Entrepreneur Program Level 1 that awarded $5,000 to Nash Community College’s Small Business Center in their efforts to support community colleges by providing resources, curriculum, and funding to help entrepreneurs take their businesses from idea to thriving enterprise.
Business & Industry Training
Certification training is offered for small businesses to assist in meeting regulatory requirements including:
- Be a Responsible Alcohol Seller Server
- ServSafe
- Vehicle Safety Inspection
- OBD Emissions Inspection
- Notary Public
Located near the US 64 and interstate 95 interchange, the Nash Community College Business and Industry Center is an ideal conference facility for weddings, parties, civic events, conventions, trade shows and much more.
Brown Auditorium Conference Facility
- Square footage: 12,250 square feet suited for conferences, dinner meetings, public ceremonies and additional large group functions
- Seating capacity: 1,200
- Reinforced concrete floor, with ramps to accommodate industry equipment and event equipment exhibits
- Electrical capacity designed to house 100 booths
- Main function area can be divided into five meeting rooms
- Stage available for lease
Preconference Area
- 2,800 square feet
- Large outdoor verandas on the front and back of the building provide additional areas for preconferencing activities
Industrial/Catering Kitchen
- 860 Square feet
- Capability to serve catered meals
- Will accommodate staging for plated or buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Loading and unloading dock for catering trucks provided
Contact
Linda Snell
Manager, Conference Center
Building: Business & Industry Center
Room: 1151
Phone: 252-451-8250
A Five-Star Licensed Center.
The goals of the Child Development Center are to provide quality early education for children six weeks to five years of age and to serve as a model training program for Nash Community College students and the community. Parents are recognized and valued as active members of the Center’s team.
All Staff hold an Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education or a related field or the North Carolina Early Childhood Credential. Our Staff attends conferences, workshops, and training for continued staff development. Advanced degrees are encouraged and supported among our staff. In addition, students from Early Childhood Education and Nursing Programs at Nash Community College also intern at the center. Teacher Assistants and student interns provide additional adult to child interaction.
| Teacher to Child Ratios | |
|---|---|
| Infants | 1:5 |
| Young Toddlers | 1:6 |
| Toddler | 1:9 |
| Young Preschool | 1:10 |
| Older Preschool | 1:12 |
Hours of Operation
The Child Development Center hours are 7:30 am to 5:30 pm.
Tuition Rates
The Nash Community College Child Development Center provides high-quality education for young children. We do this while keeping the cost of education as affordable as possible.
The tuition fees pay only the direct educational costs of the center. The facilities costs, including maintenance and utilities are paid by the college. There is a $100 registration fee.
Limited spots available.
Listed below are the current tuition:
appliesSibling discount applies
| Current Rates | |
|---|---|
| Infants | $900/month |
| Young Toddlers | $900/month |
| Toddler | $855/month |
| Preschool | $830/month |
| Pre-K | $830/month |
| Supply Fee | $100/annual |
| Late Fee | $25 |
Current Openings
Please contact 252-451-8498 for more information concerning current openings. Waitlist options are available for rooms that are currently full.
Tuition Assistance
For information regarding tuition assistance programs, contact the NCC Financial Aid office at (252) 451-8371 (for NCC students) or the Down East Partnership for Children at (252) 985-4300.
