Halifax Community College

Halifax Community College is a public two-year institution located in Weldon, North Carolina, in a rural fringe setting. The college serves 1,415 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 45.17 out of 100. Its completion rate stands at 41% (IPEDS 2023), and the retention rate is 74% (IPEDS 2023).

Halifax Community College offers a range of certificate programs across health care, technical trades, and personal services. Programs include Cosmetology/Cosmetologist General, Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Medical Office Management/Administration, Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician, Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians, and Welding Technology/Welder. These credentials are available at both the one-to-two-year and two-to-four-year certificate levels.

Situated in the northeastern region of North Carolina, Weldon is a small rural community where Halifax Community College provides accessible workforce training for residents of Halifax County and surrounding areas. The college serves as a practical option for students seeking career-focused credentials in healthcare, manufacturing, and skilled trades.