Career & College Promise Program @ CPCC

Central Piedmont Community College

***Please join Career & College Promise Group on Parent/Student Square***

***Mrs. Walkers (Career Development Coordinator)-CPCC Check-In Form: https://forms.gle/ck1z8vhRjeoLTuzG9

Mr. Coleman's Meeting Link (Career & College Coach):

Make an appointment-https://calendly.com/cjr2505e-cpcc

Mrs. Walker's Email (Career Development Coordinator): JessicaM.Walker@cms.k12.nc.us

Career and College Promise (CCP) is a dual enrollment program that gives North Carolina high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to get a "jump start" on college and earn college credit toward a two-year or four-year degree while still in high school.

Quick Links

CPCC IT Help Desk Phone Number: 704.330.5000

Help with Registration or Questions: ccp@cpcc.edu or 704-330-6450

CPCC Password Reset: https://amp.cpcc.edu/authorization.do

MyCollege: Register for classes, verify schedule, print schedule, pay summer payments, and update account information

CPCC E-Mail: Check daily for Professor & CPCC communication

CPCC Brightspace (Online Class/Work Portal)- Check everyday

Butler Registration Card (during registration time only)

CPCC Hold: This is a time period where students will leave Butler HS campus. Students can use this time to go home and work on their online class or attend a class at a CPCC location. You must request these holds with your counselor during registration time.

JR: Can leave after 3rd period

SR: Can leave after 2nd period

Information Session & Deadlines

Classes for: Summer 2025, Fall 2025, and Spring 2026

You can plan your classes about a month before class registration so you know when classes will meet and what is offered. You can do this in MyCollege. Planning your classes doesn't mean you are registered. Planning is like putting something in your Amazon cart. It is in there, but has not been checkout.
If you do not register for classes on or before the deadline, the CPCC holds for early dismissal at Butler will be dropped and your alternative class/classes on your course card will be added) . You can still register for CPCC classes after Butler hours or online.
You register on your own. Please come see Mrs. Walker or Mr. Coleman (located in Student Services) if you have any questions, issues, or need help registering.

RETURNING STUDENTS: You must reapply for each term/semester you want to take classes for.

Eligibility Requirements

Be a Junior or Senior and on track for graduation

-Summer Classes: Between JR & SR year and Sr Year (Classes run from May-July)

Be able to provide own transportation to CPCC Campus location or take online classes. Butler/CMS doesn't provide transportation.
Maintain a 2.0 GPA at CPCC after completing two courses.

2.8 Unweighted GPA or higher (College Transfer Pathways & Career Pathways)
Below a 2.8 Unweighted GPA (Select Career Pathways-See pathway sheet)

Benchmark assessment scores. If you use scores instead of the GPA, you will need to email Mrs. Walker a PDF copy of your scores.

You can find your scores by creating an account at ACT.org/SAT.org

PreACT/ACT: 18 English/22 Reading/22 Math

PSAT: 26 English/26 Reading (460 composite English & Reading)/24.5 Math (510 composite score)

SAT: 480 composite Reading & Writing/530 Math

Course Offerings (Pathways)

*You can look in MyCollege before the registration date and see when classes will meet. You will still need to registrar during the registration dates.*

Pathway Sheets & Classes Offered--Click Here

Class Descriptions-Want to know what the class is about?

Direct Placement into Calculus 1 at CPCC:

-Pass Pre-Cal at Butler with a "C" or better AND 3.5 unweighted GPA or higher (Let Mrs. Walker know if you want to do this)

If you know what degree you would like to graduate with (in college), you can go to the college website and see the classes you would need for that degree and then compare to how they match up to CPCC.

If you looking at an out-of-state and/or private college/university, please look at the school’s website or call to see how classes will transfer.

How classes from CPCC transfer to UNC System Schools

How Butler HS AP Classes Count at CPCC

How to Submit AP Scores to CPCC:

Log into your College Board account: https://apstudents.collegeboard.org/
Request your official AP score report to be sent to CPCC.
Once sent, download the PDF copy of your scores.
Email the PDF to records@cpcc.edu from your CPCC student email (submissions must come from your CPCC email for security).

Questions or Concerns?

All questions regarding AP score submissions should go directly to the CPCC Records Department:

Email: records@cpcc.edu
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM

College Transfer Pathway - General education classes for a two-year or four-year college degree. NOTE: Not all courses will transfer to ALL colleges and universities, make sure you research the schools of interest to verify acceptance of the transfer credits.

*Most Popular Classes:

ENG 111 (Writing & Inquiry)/ENG 112 (Writing/Research in the Disciplines)-direct placement into ENG 112 if you have a score 3 or higher in AP Lang-Give Mrs. Walker the score report (ENG 111 is a pre-requirement to some classes)
COM 231 (Public Speaking)
PSY 150 (General Psychology)
ART 111 (Art Appreciation-Hum)
SOC 210 (Introduction to Sociology)
MAT 152 (Statistical Methods)
MAT 171 (Pre-Cal Alg.)/MAT 172 (Pre-Cal Trig)-direct placement into Mat 217 (Cal 1) if you have taken Pre-Cal at Butler and made a "C" or better and have unweighted GPA of 3.5 or better-let Mrs. Walker know if you would like for her to submit your records

Career & Technical Education Pathway -

Over 50 different pathways where students can start career training while still in high school. Students can earn credits toward a job credential, certificate or diploma in a technical career. Some Career and Technical Pathways require a minimum 2.8 Unweighted GPA AND benchmark assessment scores in all areas of English, Reading, and Math.

*Most Popular:

Advertising & Graphic Design
Business Administration
Criminal Justice
Interior Design
Medical Assisting
Simulation & Game Development

*You can choose one College Transfer Pathway and one Career and Technical Education Pathway OR two Career and Technical Education Pathways. You will only be able to register for classes in the pathway(s) you select. You will not be earning an Associates Degree in this program.

Course Selection

Career and College Promise classes are in addition to Butler /CMS classes and are done outside of Butler schedule or during early dismissal periods. CMS graduation requirements are done at Butler.

Only exception: 4th CMS Math= 1 CPCC Math (see Mrs. Walker for a form)

You can only register for classes in the pathway(s) you select; otherwise, you will be considered out of pathway and will be dropped from the course(s).
The courses you want might not be available each semester and may not be available the days/times you want. There is also no guarantee that "seats" will be open when you register for classes (classes are on a first-come, first-served basis).
There are online, in-person, and hybrid courses available and can meet during the day, evening, night. Look under MyCollege to see and plan your class schedule.
The college offers 16 week, 12 week, 8 week, and even 4 week classes (4 week classes are typically not recommended for dual enrollment students).
YOU are responsible for knowing your CPCC schedule and showing up (Mrs. Walker will not remind you). If you are taking an online class, your professor will email you on your CPCC email before class starts (sometimes the day before).
You can not drop a class after the class starts: I suggest at least three days before so it gives CPCC time to process the drop request). See Mrs. Walker before you drop a class. If a class is dropped after the deadline, you could fail the course (CPCC and Butler). Butler High School cannot access student records at CPCC.
Course name and number will be added to your Butler schedule once classes start and CPCC sends Mrs. Walker a list of classes you are registered for. They will show up as your early dismissal period or as an EXT on your Butler schedule (any class that is 3 or more credits).
Online Classes: Please check your CPCC email from your professor. Brightspace is the online platform used by CPCC (similar to Canvas). Online classes are work on your own and submit when the professor says it is due (no specific meeting time). EVA will be your first assignment.
If you receive a 504 or other services at Butler, you will not automatically receive that at CPCC. You will need to reach out to Student Services at CPCC. They will provide you with the next steps.

Fees & Expenses

CPCC tuition is waived for CMS Career and College Promise students (for all semesters, including summer)
Textbooks: Central Piedmont has moved to the IncludED program which makes digital and printed course materials available to all Central Piedmont students enrolled in college credit classes. Learn what is included in the IncludED program here. Students attending a non-Title I CMS high school receive full funding for their required books in fall and spring semesters through the IncludED program, but lab kits and anything outside the IncludED program are not covered.

Summer Courses: Students are responsible for all student fees and textbooks

*Fees (Summer only): You pay fees for each class--Click here to see the fees and deadlines -paid through CPCC-MyCollege before class starts

-Read about all the fee amounts including the inclusive access fees

-Payment Dates:

https://www.cpcc.edu/admissions/tuition-and-payment/payment-dates-for-college-credit-courses

Student fees must be paid by the deadline given by CPCC to prevent being dropped from course(s). Check your balance and pay your bill through your MyCollege account. Fees are non-refundable once the semester starts. For questions about the fee structure, please contact the Sponsored Programs office at 704.330.4262.

Fall/Spring Courses: The cost of any additional course materials will be the student's responsibility. If you get an email that you owe tuition for fall or spring, please ignore and CMS will pay the tuition and fees closer to your class start date.
Lab kits are not covered by CMS (ex: Cosmology, Science, Math, and etc.)
Due to budgetary constraints, students may be responsible for the full cost of textbooks.
The student will be responsible for any additional costs of the class (example: extra textbooks, programs, lab kits, and etc.).

Attendance

Attendance at CPCC classes is required
You must follow CPCC'S academic calendar (Click Here) in addition to the CMS academic calendar. You will start school in the fall and spring at least one week prior to the start of the CMS semester. You might also be attending CPCC classes during CMS holidays, fall and spring break, and teacher workdays.
Students can't stay on the Butler campus during their CPCC Hold(s). You will leave Butler's campus when you have early dismissal periods.

Grading & Transcripts

The grade(s) you receive from courses taken while enrolled in the program will count twice (college and high school). If a class is less than 3 credits, the course will be added on your Butler transcript but will be not be counted in your Butler GPA. Some Career & Technical courses will combine credits and count toward your GPA if taken in the same semester.
College Transfer Pathway Course(s): Will be listed on your high school transcript as a 5-point scale (similar to Advanced Placement scale).
CTE Pathway Course(s): The CTE courses will have a different scale (most will count as an elective scale on the high school transcript).
Grades will be added to you Butler PowerSchool at the end of the semester when Mrs. Walker receives your grades from CPCC.
Courses at CPCC are given a letter grade, this will be converted to a number grade using the chart to the left.
GRADUATING SENIORS: To send your CPCC transcript to your preferred college, you will need to submit that request through CPCC. You will then meet with your academic counselor at your college and go over how your CPCC classes will transfer to your new school. Click Here

*Per CMS Board Policy*

Application Process and Steps

Important Note: Registration for CPCC’s Career and College Promise Program is a process with specific and necessary steps. Failure to complete any of the steps below will result in exclusion from the Career & College Promise Program. You are applying to college through this process and will be held accountable for all necessary steps. Read the following information carefully.

CPCC Butler Flow Chart.pdf

Phase 1: Learn about the Program and Prepare

Attend an Interest Meeting or Info Session

● Hear about program benefits, eligibility, and pathways

● Ask questions about how courses fit your graduation plan

Meet with Mr. Coleman (College & Career Coach)

● Confirm eligibility (GPA, grade level, prerequisites)

● Discuss post-high school plans and intended pathways

Gather Information You’ll Need

● Personal email address (not CMS or iCloud)

● Butler/CMS Student ID number

● Date of birth, address, and correct spelling of full legal name (check Infinite Campus)

● Social Security Number not required for application**

Phase 2: Apply to CPCC & Get Your Student ID Number (Steps 1-3)

Step 1 (Skip if you are a returning student): Complete the CFNC.ORG application to receive your CPCC ID Number

Use personal email and not CMS student email (Don't use an I-Cloud email).
Use the written directions to complete the application. Please make sure to select: Central Piedmont Community College CCP (Career & College Promise) Application

Written Directions/Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1T6ODpRa9J1v3l4se2BHVKuoqYkRagQnK/view?usp=sharing

Once your form has been processed by CPCC, you will receive an email with your CPCC ID number by email from ccp@cpcc.edu.
If you do not receive an email with your Student ID within 2 business days after submission, please check your junk or spam email folder. If it is not there, contact: ccp@cpcc.edu .

Step 2: Send Butler transcript to Central Piedmont Community College (CPCC) through CFNC

*Summer 2025: Submit January 1, 2025 or after

*Fall 2025 &Spring 2026: Submit February 3, 2025 or after

Make sure your name (first and last), NC student # (Butler/CMS Student ID number), date of birth, and gender is correct. Check PowerSchool for this information.

CFNC help center 866-866-2362

To submit a copy of your most recent high school transcripts to Central Piedmont, you will need to create a CFNC username/password:

*Go to CFNC.org (Click Here). Make an account if you do not already have one.*

Directions -submitting transcript:

Hover on "Apply" and click "To College."
Click "Application Hub> Request a Transcript."
Complete the fields accurately
Enter Central Piedmont Community College in the ‘Search Campuses’ box
Check: Central Piedmont Community College Undergraduate A
Click "Request My Transcript" button in the "Selected Schools" box---You will see a green check mark when completed

*DON'T DO ANYTHING ELSE IN CFNC!

Step 3 (Skip if you are a returning student): Activate your CPCC Login/Get your CPCC Username & Email

Steps to activate login:

*Go to https://activator.cpcc.edu*

Click Continue
Enter your CP ID number, Check Student, and I'm not a Robot
Click Claim
Enter Date of Birth and Zip Code
You will need access to the email you used on your CCP application as you will be sent a verification code you must enter. Check your email for this then enter the code .
Check I'm not a robot
Click Verify
You will then be taken to a screen to create a new password
Finally you will see a 'Success' screen that gives you your username and email address
Please wait 24 hours to attempt to log into your CPCC accounts, if you do not it will prompt you to reset your password and you will have to wait an additional 24 hours. Write down your username, email, and password.
Set up Duo Mobile, an authentication app. Have it send you push notifications, NOT a code. Please read each screen carefully. It may be best to do this at home. Activate your Central Piedmont email address. Make sure you check your email at least once a day.

Phase 3: Get Approved on CMS Side (Step 4)

Step 4: Complete the Butler Application (Google Form)

*Fill out the form(s) for the terms/semesters you want to take courses in.

***Link-Summer 2025: CLOSED

Open: Now

Closes: 2/12/25

*You will receive an acceptance email on your CMS email

***Link-Fall 2025 & Spring 2026

Fall 2025-CLOSED

Spring 2026: https://forms.gle/p6Xd7DfCs1jhPorPA

*You will receive an acceptance email on your CMS email

You must have your CPCC student ID before you can begin this step. EVERY student (including returning students) must fill out an application before the deadline.

Phase 4: Orientation & System Set Up (Step 5 & 6)

Step 5 (Skip if you are a returning student): Checkpoint for CPCC-Brightspace

You are required to complete Checkpoint Orientation. This is offered online through Brightspace. To access this course, you must have already set up your CPCC login. Allow two business days to process your quiz score.

To get credit for completing this requirement:

*Link to site and pictures/directions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mzPgNqPJcip43BApEYCSyoZjek1oNLW59LXRX4XCrkY/edit?usp=sharing

Click Enroll in Course
Select Unit 1: Getting Started to begin the course
Complete all the units in the course
Pass the Checkpoint quiz in Unit 9 last

Please allow two business days for scores to be entered in the CPCC database. You will not be able to register for classes your first semester until your passing quiz results are entered into the database.

Remember:

You are responsible for the information covered at orientation.
You can refer back to the presentation at any time.
You only need to complete this requirement once.

Step 6 (Skip if you are a returning student): Make sure you can sign into your CPCC E-mail & MyCollege

https://www.cpcc.edu/current-students (save this page on your device)
MyCollege= is required to access your personal information such as registration, bills, academic records, and student email account. It is also required to log on to the computers at any Central Piedmont campus.
CPCC email =is the college's official means of communicating with students, the cashiering office, instructors, advisors, and for campus alerts. You should check your CPCC student email every day. NOTE: Your professors will only respond to emails sent from the CPCC email address for security reasons, so you MUST check and utilize this email address.
Brightspace= is an online platform that is used for your CPCC online courses/work. The class might not show up in Brightspace till the day before the class starts.

Phase 5: Academic Planning & Registration

Meet with Mr. Coleman for Advising (Optional but recommended)

● Discuss course load, prerequisites, and graduation plan fit

● Use approved pathway list from Career Center CCP Page ● Double-check course delivery type (online, hybrid, on-campus)

CPPC class registration, ID cards, parking passes, and textbook information is located in the Butler Orientation for Accepted Student PowerPoint Guide. The PowerPoint Guide will be emailed to you after you are accepted.

Link to Accepted Student Student PPT Guide: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1Ygc7tqbeir0Al-uEqnqwDhwtIPOt_1EoIR4bBk-whP8/edit?usp=sharing

Support Services:

http://catalog.cpcc.edu/studenthandbook/#servicecenterstext

Cheap/Free Computer Software Programs:

https://cpcc.onthehub.com/WebStore/ProductsByMajorVersionList.aspx?cmi_cs=1&cmi_mnuMain=f189368a-f0a6-e811-8109-000d3af41938

Free Tutoring:

https://www.cpcc.edu/academics/resources/tutoring

Accelerated Career Training Program:

Jennifer.dukes@cpcc.edu

https://www.cpcc.edu/programs/accelerated-career-training

https://www.cpcc.edu/programs/accelerated-career-training/apply-accelerated-career-training-program