Durham Technical Community College
1637 Lawson Street
Durham, NC 27703

Durham Technical Community College is a member of the North Carolina Community College System. Within its jurisdiction, Durham provides postsecondary education that prepares students for careers in vocational and technical fields, the first two years of a baccalaureate degree to prepare students for professional careers, basic skills and general education programs that enable students to live productive lives, and skills development courses that meet workforce training needs of the residents and employers of Durham and Orange counties. The college seeks to inspire an active desire for lifelong learning and knowledge that will serve them well in the global workplace. Financially and geographically, Durham Tech provides an educational opportunity not otherwise available to area adults.

As a community-based institution, Durham Technical Community College provides educational opportunities for area residents and uses state and local resources for students' learning activities. Community service is a continuing focus for the college's programs and activities.

As a student-centered organization, Durham Tech employs an "open door with guided placement" policy to provide students a full range of educational opportunities while maximizing their chances of success. Specifically, Durham Technical Community College attempts to accept individuals wherever they are educationally and strives to provide them with opportunities to pursue educational programs and services that assist them in clarifying and attaining their career goals.

Quick Facts:

• The Opticianry program is approved by the North Carolina State Board of Opticians.


• Durham Techincal Community College's Nursing Assistant program is approved by the North Carolina Division for Facilities Services.


• The North Carolina Board of Nursing has approved the Practical Nursing and Associate Degree Nursing programs.


• Real estate courses at Durham Technical Community College are approved by the North Carolina Real Estate Commission and insurance pre-licensing courses are approved by the North Carolina Department of Insurance.


• At Durham Technical Community College, the Basic Law Enforcement Training program is not only popular but also approved by the North Carolina Department of Justice.