Central Piedmont Community College

Launch Pad Essentials for Success

Make the most of your time at Central Piedmont. Use these resources to boost your confidence and help you conquer possibility.

Saturday support hours
available on August 15

Get ready for the fall semester by taking advantage of Saturday support hours on Aug. 15 for help with registration, financial aid, advising and other key student services before classes begin.

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Check your Central Piedmont email

This is our official way to reach you, so be sure to check your Central Piedmont student email regularly to stay informed and connected.

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Register for classes

Explore course offerings online, meet with your advisor, and complete your registration through MyCollege. Learn more about reading your class schedule, paying for classes, obtaining course materials, and navigating Brightspace on this page.

Pro tip: Classroom locations sometimes change after registration. Be sure to check your schedule in MyCollege for any updates. Use this list of building names and codes to navigate schedule abbreviations.

Get your course materials

Your campus store is your go‑to place for everything you need to start strong — course materials to tech, supplies and Central Piedmont gear —all in one convenient location or online. Stop by or shop online to pick up essentials to help you get prepared and succeed in your classes.

Learn how to use financial aid to purchase your course materials and supplies >

Your safety is our priority

Get critical alerts and updates — anytime, anywhere. Download the FREE Rave Guardian app, update your contact information in MyCollege, and stay informed on the various channels used to communicate in case of an emergency.

Learn more about emergency communications >

Get involved

Find a student group to join! Central Piedmont has over 50 student groups to help you get involved. Explore organizations focused on arts, culture, leadership and more.

Get involved in a student group >

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Global engagement and study abroad

Expand your perspective and connect with the world through study abroad, become a NC Scholar of Global Distinction, or immerse yourself in a variety of global events. The world awaits!

Get involved in global learning >

Career services

Explore career paths and prepare for the job market with résumé support, interview practice, career assessments, professional headshots, employer connections, and access to job postings and events through Handshake. Drop-in hours are available on Central Campus Monday–Friday from 10 a.m.–1 p.m. in Central High, Room 206.

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Have questions? Ask Link!

Link is Central Piedmont's chatbot, powered by artificial intelligence. It can answer questions about admissions, programs, events, financial aid, and more. Just look for the messenger icon in the bottom left corner on select pages of our website.

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