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Service Industries

The Service Industries Department at Robeson Community College offers classes to prepare students for jobs in the service industry sector. The service industry sector is an important part of any growing economy. The talented individuals that make up this sector provide valuable services and nonmaterial goods. Service Industries are an important part of society due to their ability to create positive experiences that provide emotional value and promote the wellbeing of those they serve. Some benefits of working in a service industry include flexible hours, improving interpersonal skills as well as fostering entrepreneurship. 

Questions?  Feel free to contact us for more information at 910-272-3319 or 910-272-3603

Successful completion of this course will allow you to take the licensure exam offered by the NC Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy. High School Credentials required for entry into the program. There are only 16 seats available for this class. 

 

 

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One hour massage appointments are available to the public for $20. Appointments can be scheduled with the link below. Available dates and times are listed on the booking site.

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Cost & Requirements
  • Cost: $197.60
  • Requirements: High School Credentials
  • Textbooks: Approximately $230
  • Uniforms: Approximately $100
    Schedule
    • Day Class
      • Days: Monday & Thursday
      • Dates: Class begins August 5th, 2024- June 9, 2025
      • Time: 8:30am – 4:30pm
    • Night Class
      • Days: Monday & Thursday, Every other Saturday
      • Dates:  To Be Determined
      • Time: Weekdays 5:00pm – 10:00pm, Saturday 8:30am – 4:00pm

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    This course is designed to provide the necessary skills to work to meet the instructional requirements to become a registered barber  established by the NC Board of Barber Examiners.  

    With the support of RCC, you will be prepared to take the state exam and get started in your barbering career. The program is located at our Comtech Campus and is currently accepting applications. 

    Students will train in an on-campus barbershop located at RCC’s Comtech Campus in Pembroke. The barber program will teach the students the essentials required in providing complete hair and skin services such as facial massages, razor shaves, modern hairstyling, haircutting, coloring, and chemical services.

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    Students provide services to the public for $5.  

    Requirements
    • High School Credentials
    • Student must also score at 10th-grade reading level on the TABE test (Offered for free on Main Campus Building 14 and the ComTech campus
    Cost

    2024

    1st Semester

    Registration, Kit, & Textbooks – $1034.60

    2nd Semester

    Registration – $230.00

    3rd Semester

    Registration- $245.60

    Schedule

    Dates:   January – December 2025

    Times:  Monday – Thursday 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.  Friday – 8:30 a.m.  – 12:30 p.m.  (with an online entity)

    Location:  ComTech Campus in Pembroke (124 Livermore Drive Pembroke)

    This comprehensive course provides instruction and hands-on practice in the concepts and techniques of Esthetics.  Topics include safety, skin care, make-up, and other required topics. Graduates should be prepared to take the North Carolina Cosmetology State Board Licensing Exam and upon passing be licensed and qualify for employment in beauty and cosmetic/skin care salons, as a platform artist, and in related businesses.

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     Community patron appointments are available to the public. Appointments can be scheduled with the link below. Available dates and times are listed on the booking site.

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    Cost & Requirements
    • Cost: Registration, Textbook, & Kit – Section 1 – $659.60                                                                 
    •                                                                      Section 2 – $182.00
    •   Requirements: High School Credentials
    Schedule
    • Esthetician Day Class 
      • Days: Tuesday & Wednesday 
      • Dates: January 7, 2025- December 10, 2025
      • Times:  8:30 am – 4:30 pm
      • Location: RCC Comtech (124 Livermore Dr. Pembroke, NC 28372)
    • Esthetician Night Class 
      • Days: Tuesday, Wednesday & 3 Fridays a month
      • Dates: January 3, 2025- December 17, 2025
      • Times:  5:00pm – 10:00pm
      • Location: RCC Comtech (124 Livermore Dr. Pembroke, NC 28372)

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    This comprehensive course provides instruction and clinical practice in manicuring, nail building (application and maintenance of artificial nails) and pedicuring.  The course content includes nail anatomy, disorders of nails, and irregularities of nails; theory and salesmanship as it relates to manicuring; actual practice in manicuring; and arm, hand and foot massage.

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    Cost & Requirements
    • Registration, Textbook & Kit: $609.60
    • Requirements: High School Credentials
    Schedule
    • Day Class
      • August 6, 2024- January 21, 2025
      • Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
      • 8:30 am – 3:00pm

     

    • Night Class 
      • July 23, 2024- January 22, 2025
      • Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
      • 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm

     

    Natural Hair Care Specialist is a 360-hour course designed to teach how to care for natural hair without the use of chemicals such as perms/relaxers and hair color. The style techniques include braiding, twisting, wrapping, extending and locking natural hair. The coursework also include teaching the proper health, safety, and sanitation procedures to avoid spreading infections. The students will be able to apply their skills to clients who visit the clinic. After successfully completing the course, the students will be able to sit for the North Carolina State Board of Cosmetic Art’s exam to become a licensed Natural Hair Care Specialist.

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    Online registration is not available at this time. Students may register for the class in person at RCC Main Campus (5160 N. Fayetteville Rd.) Building 18.

    Community patron appointments are available to the public. Appointments can be scheduled with the link below. Available dates and times are listed on the booking site.

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    Cost & Requirements
    • Registration Fee & Kit: $409.60
    • Textbook: Approximately $60 (RCC Bookstore)
    • Prerequisite: High School Credentials
    Schedule
    • Dates:  Dates to be Determined
    • Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
    • Times: 5:00pm – 10:00pm
    • Location: RCC Comtech Campus (124 Livermore Dr. Pembroke)

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    The Continuing Education Cosmetology course includes instruction in all phases of professional imaging, hair design, chemical processes, skin care, nail care, multi-cultural practices, business/computer principles, product knowledge, and other selected topics. Graduates will qualify to sit for the State Board of Cosmetic Arts examination. Upon successfully passing the State Board exam, graduates will be issued a license. Employment is available in beauty salons and related businesses.

     

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    Cost & Requirements

    Requirements: High School Diploma

    Total Cost: $1027.60

    Includes registration, name tag, textbook and kit

    Schedule

    Summer 2024 (Dates to be Determined)

    Monday – Thursday 

    6:00pm – 10:00 pm 

    One Saturday a Month

    8:00am – 4:30pm

    This is a hybrid class with an online entity.

    Director Administrative Assistant
    Angela Chavis Kaitlyn Collins
    Email – anchavis@robeson.edu Email – kcollins@robeson.edu
    Phone – 910-272-3319 Phone – 910.272.3603