Distance Learning

The Distance Learning program strives to provide quality instruction through web-based technologies to enable students to attain their educational goals. Courses delivered online earn the same credit and maintain the same quality and standards as traditional classroom courses. Courses are universally designed and delivered to meet the needs of a diverse population of students.

Distance learning students “attend class” by accessing the class using Moodle, ACC’s learning management system and completing assignments according to the class schedule. Students are required to complete assignments according to the class schedule, to maintain regular contact with the faculty member, and to participate in online class discussions. Students are subject to the same attendance policy as traditional, seated classes. Online courses are scheduled on the same semester schedule as traditional classes.

Students enrolling in distance learning courses should have access to a personal computer, possess the necessary computer skills, and access to reliable internet service. Personal computers should meet the minimum system requirements as listed on the Online Requirements webpage (https://www.alamancecc.edu/online-and-distance-education-site/course-requirements/). For students that do not have a computer of their own, ACC has two open access labs for students in the Academic Skills Lab and Library. In addition, many public libraries also offer access to computers and Wi-Fi. Some online courses require an online proctored exam. ACC uses a tool called Proctortrack for online proctored exams.

Types of Distance Learning Courses

Not sure what type of distance education course is right for you? ACC has several types to choose from depending on your schedule and specific educational needs.

• Online “E”-Course with 100 percent of instruction delivered via the Internet (Example: BUS 225  01E)
• Online Live “EL” - Course with 100% of instruction delivered via the Internet and includes a synchronous session each week in Zoom or Collaborate (Example: HIS 131  01EL)
• Hybrid “H”-Face-to-face (seated) course combined with required online assignments/tasks. Face-to-face meeting times will be determined by each department. Students who register for a hybrid course must have access to the Internet and be able to complete assigned course activities online in addition to meeting on scheduled class days. (Example: HIS 131  03H)
• Web-Assisted “W”-Course is delivered face-to-face with a requirement that students have Internet access as a way to complete assigned tasks online. (Example: COM 110  01W) In addition to the numerous curriculum courses, Continuing Education offers more than 200 noncredit online courses.

Online Degrees

• Associate in Arts
• Associate in General Education
• Accounting and Finance (Associate in Applied Science)
• Business Administration-General Business Concentration (Associate in Applied Science)
• Business Administration - Human Resources Management Concentration (Associate in Applied Science)
• Criminal Justice Technology (Associate in Applied Science)
• Early Childhood Associate (Associate in Applied Science)
• Fire Protection Technology (Associate in Applied Science)
• Healthcare Management Technology (Associate in Applied Science)
• Information Technology Business Support Concentration (Associate in Applied Science)
• Information Technology Computer Programming and Development Concentration (Associate in Applied Science)
• Information Technology Software and Web Development Concentration (Associate in Applied Science)
• Information Technology Systems Security (Cybersecurity) Concentration (Associate in Applied Science) Information
• Technology Systems Security (Cybersecurity) Concentration (Associate in Applied Science)*

Online Diplomas

• Accounting and Finance
• Business Administration
• Early Childhood Education
• IT Business Support

Online Certificates

• Accounting and Finance
• Accounting and Finance Software Applications
• (Accounting) Income Tax
• (Business) Supervision
• Child Care Essentials
• Cybersecurity
• Early Childhood Administration
• Early Childhood Infant/Toddler Care
• Early Childhood Preschool
• Early Childhood School Age
• Entrepreneurship
• Entry Network Technician
• IT Computer Programming and Development
• IT Software and Web Development
• IT Systems Security (Cybersecurity)
• (Fire) Inspections
• Fire Protection
• Fire Protection Management
• Forensic Science (Criminal Justice)
• General Business Administration
• Human Resource Management
• IT Business Support
• IT Computer Programming
• Linux/Unix
• Web Development
• Windows

Contact Distance Learning

Phone 336-290-0555 and select option 1, email distancelearning@alamancecc.edu, or visit the web at www.alamancecc.edu/acconline.