New Trades Facility

Meeting the Need for Trades

As the demand for skilled trade workers continues to grow, Stanly Community College is proud to announce that our brand-new Trades Facility is complete—and classes are officially underway.

Conveniently located on the Albemarle campus behind the Morton-Moffitt Cosmetology Center, the state-of-the-art 31,600-square-foot facility represents a $12 million investment in our community. This modern space is already equipping students with the hands-on training and education needed to thrive in high-demand trade careers, ensuring a strong pipeline of skilled workers for years to come.

With expanded space, we will enhance existing programs such as:

Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Technology

Computer-Integrated Machining

Heavy Equipment Operations

Electronics Engineering Technology

Mechatronics Engineering Technology

Welding Technology

Electrical Lineworker

Moreover, our commitment to excellence extends to introducing new programs, including:

Plumbing

Electrical Systems Technology

Building Construction Technology