Policies

Course Schedules

We update program offerings and schedules online at least weekly. Therefore, our website contains the most current information available. You may also request printed copies of our course listing at the Workforce Innovation office in Greenwood or by calling (864) 941-8400.

Fees

Course fees are due at the time of registration. If you are unable to pay for a class in full, you may choose to sign up for our CE payment plan. The payment plan can only be used on a class with tuition of $300.00 or more.  There is a $25 one-time fee to enroll in the payment plan. Up to 50% of the cost must be received the day of registration, and then a payment schedule will be set while the course is taking place. The balance must be paid in full prior to the end of the course.  Final exams, certifications, and/or driving tests will be withheld for anyone with unpaid balances.  Please contact the Workforce Innovation Office if you would like to set up a payment plan for the course for which you are interested.

Credit/Debit Card Transactions & Service Fee

The college accepts Visa, Mastercard, and Discover for payment.  Effective July 1, 2012 a 1.5% card processing service fee will be applied to all credit card transactions. There are no additional fees applied when you pay using a debit card.

Books & Supplies

Many course fees do not include the cost of materials. Books and other supplies may be purchased in the PTC Campus Shop on the Lex Walters Campus in Greenwood or at the County Campuses when programs are offered there. Contact the Campus Shop for more information.

Cancellations

If you must cancel your registration, please notify the Workforce Innovation office at least 48 hours in advance to receive a full refund. No refunds will be given within 48 hours of the scheduled start of class.

Should a class need to be canceled, students will also be notified at least 48 hours in advance.  If this occurs registration fees can be refunded or applied toward the next offering of the same class.

Students with Special Needs

Piedmont Tech's Student Success Center helps students who have special needs overcome issues regarding class attendance. Please contact Student Disability Services at (864) 941-8378.

Continuing Education Units

Piedmont Tech awards Continuing Education Units (CEUs) to indicate satisfactory completion of many noncredit courses, programs, and activities. One CEU represents 10 contact hours of instruction. Students may request CEU transcripts from the Office of Student Records. Certificates of course completion are also available from the Workforce Innovation Division.

Evaluations

We welcome your comments about our courses. You will have an opportunity to evaluate your class at the last class meeting. If you have other comments or concerns, please direct them to the appropriate program manager and we'll do our best to resolve any issues.

Refund Policy

Piedmont Tech will mail a refund to you if a course is canceled or if you notify us of your withdrawal from the course at least 48 hours prior to the start date. You may request refunds by telephone, fax, U.S. Mail, or in person. NO refunds will be granted after the 48-hour deadline. If you have paid by check, please allow 15 days for your check to clear before we are able to process a refund.