Continuing Education courses for Summer II and Fall 2026 are now available to view in Self-Service. Course sections listed with a begin date after July 1, 2026 will open for registration on July 1, 2026.
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A 40-hour course that prepares student to become a community or medical interpreter. Instruction is in English.
The Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy degree engages students in additional study in administration, research, and critical care and prepares graduates to assume leadership positions in the field of respiratory care. There are two routes to a bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy.
Durham Tech is dedicated to providing opportunities for students, employees, college partners, and the public at large in initiatives for the growth and advancement of our communities.
The Durham Tech Northern Durham Center (NDC) offers curriculum courses such as Basic Law Enforcement Training, Criminal Justice Technology, Emergency Management, and Fire Protection Technology. Continuing Education courses include Biotechnology, Fire Service Extension, and Law Enforcement Extension.
Policies and Procedures Manual: Durham Tech is committed to ensuring that all research involving human participants follows the ethical principles and requirements set forth in the federal Protection of Human Subjects policy (45 CFR 46), the Belmont Report, and the Nuremberg Code.
Durham Tech employees and current students 18 years old and older can receive free facials, waxing, and specialty services through the Durham Tech Esthetics Spa.
The Small Business Center provides startup and existing entrepreneurs with the information and tools needed to develop business ideas to become viable, sustainable, profitable, and successful.
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Statement from Durham Tech President J.B. Buxton on Science Corporation’s expansion in Durham:
Science Corporation’s expansion in Durham is not just a win for the regional economy, it’s a major opportunity for residents who want to be involved with a cutting-edge company using science and technology to improve people’s lives. With two-thirds of the new jobs requiring a two-year degree or less, Durham Tech looks forward to working with Science Corporation to create a pipeline of local talent.
In addition to the many Continuing Education health and wellness programs offered at Durham Tech, we offer short courses that provide an introduction into the health care field, add new career skills, or help prepare students for certification exams.
Loaner AND Keeper Chromebooks (and Calculators and Portable Monitors): Digital Champion Grant Update
In December 2025, the Durham Tech Library began distributing "keeper" Chromebooks to qualifying students as the final part of our NC DIT Digital Champion Grant. Our first sixteen students who have picked up their keeper Chromebook (and the others who have qualified) expressed interest in the program on their intake or renewal form, demonstrated need by borrowing a loaner laptop for two terms or more, and met progression goals according to their program. Qualifying students turned in their loaner