[Clinton, N.C.] – On Wednesday, January 18, members of Hair Masterz Barber College, led by Eric West, paid a visit to Sampson Community College (SCC) to demonstrate and share a variety of Barbering techniques with the College’s Cosmetology students. During their time at SCC, the barbers showcased various types of faded clipper cuts and cutting…
Category: Public Service
BLET Achieves 100 Percent for Second Year in a Row
When he took over as Director of Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) at Sampson Community College, Anthony Davis hoped to instill more than skills training and knowledge of local government. Davis intended for graduates of the BLET program to leave having learned to exemplify the core values of the program: Professionalism, Humility, and Integrity. In…
Cosmetology Student Determined to Reach Graduation
Since she was seven years old, Zatasia Crumpler knew that when she was older, she wanted to be a Cosmetologist. At seven, she may have not known what Cosmetology was, but she knew she wanted to “do hair.” After she graduated from Union High School in 2014, she decided to attend Sampson Community College to begin her studies in Cosmetology. Since first beginning her Cosmetology journey, Crumpler has grown both in her work and as a person.
Programs See 100% Pass Rate
The Spring semester saw major academic changes, for both students and faculty at Sampson Community College. With nearly all programs forced to move online, clinical locations for healthcare programs restricting access from students, and the Basic Law Enforcement (BLET) program scrambling to find locations for several pieces of training, instructors and students were left uncertain….
Public Safety Administration Program Begins This Fall
[CLINTON, N.C.] – In August, a new program will begin in the Public Service department at Sampson Community College—Public Safety Administration. Graduates of the program will qualify for leadership positions with government agencies, correctional facilities, police or fire departments, and other similar organizations. The degree program is more diverse than a criminal justice degree, so…
SCC BLET Achieves 100 Percent Passing Rate
When the decision was made to alter the format of Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) at Sampson Community College, several conscious decisions were made to improve the learning experience of future students. Recruits were given more time for studying and review, and an emphasis was placed on professionalism. Those alterations proved to have paid off…
Cosmetology Grade-A Program at SCC
There is a recurring theme in Sampson Community College’s Cosmetology Program each time the college is scheduled for its annual inspection. The program always passes with straight-A’s and this year is no different. “This is always great news,” says Loreta Jones, Cosmetology Department Chair at SCC. “Our instructors always come through for us in the…
New SCC BLET Director Takes the Reins
There’s a new Sheriff in town. Not literally, but there is a new Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) Director at Sampson Community College. Anthony Davis, who also serves as the Clinton Police Department’s Assistant Chief of Police is now the college’s new leader of the BLET program as well. Davis is hoping that his background…
SCC Grad Hires Coming in Waves—and Curls
For many, doing your hair and nails during work hours is something that could get you fired. For three Sampson Community College graduates, it is something that can get you hired. Fantastic Sam’s, located at 1351 Sunset Avenue in Clinton, next to Walmart, now features the three on its staff, offering clients a very public…
Cosmetology at SCC a Grade-A Program
Sampson Community College once again goes to the head of the class. In the last two weeks, SCC has received top honors for its Truck Driver Training program and its LPN to RN nursing program. Now, the college’s Cosmetology program has received an A on its report card as well. “The State Inspector was very…
SCC’s BLET Program Helps Protect and Serve
Building a strong team of first responders is important for any community. Fortunately, at Sampson Community College, this is one of the many things it does well. As the date draws near for the next Basic Law Enforcement Training Academy, instructors are urging those interested to begin their career path today. “This is your chance…
SCC Student First to Be State Certified
One of Sampson Community College’s newest programs is already proving to be a success. The Natural Hair Care course was designed last year and introduced in the fall of 2018. Alicia Best, who immediately signed up when she heard about it, became the first student to become state certified after completing the program. “We are…
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