Beaufort County, NC
Beaufort County | About
Beaufort County was officially recognized in the early eighteenth century. One settlement in the area, that eventually grew into Bath, was the state’s first incorporated town. Washington, the county’s largest city, established itself as a hub for shipbuilding and trade during the colonial era and is still considered the cultural and economic center of the county. Other towns in the county include Aurora, Belhaven, Pantego, River
Beaufort County has experienced a 0.6 percent drop in total population since 2010. About 65.6 percent of the county’s residents live in rural areas, with the average travel time for workers in this county at over 24 minutes. There are 15,483 registered industry employers and about 1,130 registered local businesses currently employing residents of Beaufort County. The median household income in Beaufort County is $43,497.
- Population: 45,891 (2006); 47,361 (2016)
- Some College: 22.6%
- Associate’s Degree: 10.6%
- Bachelor’s Degree: 11.9%
- Higher than Bachelor’s Degree: 6.6%
- Unemployed: 5.2% (2006); 5.8% (2016)
- Number of people enrolled in UNC System schools: 589
- Public high school seniors applying to UNC System schools: 276
Educational Resources
Beaufort Community College (BCCC) services Beaufort, Hyde, Tyrrell and Washington Counties. BCCC provides high-quality, public higher education resources to support a variety of career paths from skilled technical opportunities, to healthcare to business and beyond.
Beaufort Community College Videos
David Loope, Early College at BCCC
Beaufort Community College President David Loope explains the BCCC early college program where freshmen high school students can start taking college-level courses and then graduate in 5 years with both a high school diploma and an associates degree.
David Loope, Affordable Community College
Beaufort Community College President David Loope describes how very cost effective NC Community Colleges are. He explains that they have several scholarships and other financial services support solutions available for area students. The financial support offered enables students to earn credentials that lead to well-paying jobs without incurring a significant financial hardship.
David Loope, Beaufort’s Four Aspirations
David Loope, President of Beaufort County Community College describes how they hope to social and economic mobility in BCCCs service area:
1. Break the cycle of poverty.
2. Grow the middle class.
3. Reduce dependence on external aid.
4. Improve the residents’ quality of life.
Regis Gilman, ECU Online Education
Dr. Regis Gilman, East Carolina University’s Executive Director of Continuing Studies, explains ECU’s leading online education program. Dr. Gilman shares that ECU offers 16 undergratuate majors, 40 graduate majors and 56 graduate studies in their online program. They view the program as a great option for people who work during the day.
ECU’s Strong Economic Impact
ECU touts the strong economic impact it has accross the state. They are especially proud of the positive impact they have in rural and underserved North Carolina Counties and believe that they deliver an excellent return on investment to North Carolina taxpayers.
Beaufort County Jobs
Please explore the following list of jobs:
Nurse Aide Level I/II (Beaufort Community College)
- Nurse Aide Level I: This course consists of theory, lab and clinical experiences, which prepares the student to provide personal care and basic nursing skills. Course content includes but is not limited to: role of the nurse aide, infection control, communication, and resident’s rights. Upon satisfactory completion of course, student is eligible to apply for North Carolina State Certification Examination. Successful completion of state exam is required to be listed on the North Carolina Nurse Aide I Registry
- Nurse Aide Level II: This course consists of theory, lab and clinical experiences, which prepares the student to provide complex nursing skills for patients or residents. Upon satisfactory completion of course, student is eligible for listing as a NAII with the North Carolina Board of Nursing. Prerequisite: Current Nurse Aide I license and a high school diploma or equivalency
Associates in Applied Sciences (Beaufort Community College)
- The Associate Degree Nursing curriculum provides knowledge, skills, and strategies to integrate safety and quality into nursing care, to practice in a dynamic environment, and to meet individual needs which impact health, quality of life, and achievement of potential. Employment opportunities are vast within the global health care system and may include positions within acute, chronic, extended, industrial, and community health care facilities.
Health Care Practitioner: Nursing Assistant II -Central Staffing (Vidant Health, Washington, NC)
- Course Requirements: Nurse Aide Level II
- Courses to take at BCCC: Nurse Aide Level I/II
- Average Salary: $45,820
- Additional Training/Certification: Active NAI listing with the North Carolina Division of Facility Services is required, Active NAII listing with North Carolina Board of Nursing is required, Current American Heart Association HeartSaver certification is required, High School or Equivalent (GED) or higher.
Health Care Practitioner: Nursing Assistant II – ICU (Vidant Health, Washington, NC)
- Course Requirements: Nurse Aide Level II
- Courses to take at BCCC: Nurse Aide Level I/II
- Average Salary: $45,820
- Additional Training/Certification: Active NAI listing with the North Carolina Division of Facility Services is required, Active NAII listing with North Carolina Board of Nursing is required, Current American Heart Association HeartSaver certification is required, High School or Equivalent (GED) or higher.
Education: EC General Curriculum Teacher (Beaufort County Schools)
- Course Requirements: Associate’s in General Education
- Average Salary: $41,194
- Additional Training/Certification: Professional Educators Licensure
Support Resources
Want to go earn your higher education credentials and get a better paying job, but need additional support resources to make it happen? Please see the list of support resources below that are available in your county:
Transportation
The Beaufort Area Transit System (BATS) has a mission “to provide safe, reliable publice transportation in a respectful manner for the citizens of Beaufort County”. The cost depends on the geography of the trip’s origin and destination. Visit their website to learn more.
Child Care - Child Development Services
“The mission of the Child Development Services, (CDC) is to provide an inclusive setting (serving children with and without disabilities) that promotes acceptance of differences, a healthy expression of strengths and needs, and supports to parents for the growth and proper development of their children by providing opportunities for independence, readiness, interactions, and challenges.”
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Child Care - Start Right Learning Center
Their mission as caregivers and educators is “to provide a safe, positive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment, which fosters a child’s natural desire to explore, discover, create, and become a lifelong learner”.
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Scholarship and Financial Assistance
Beaufort County Community College has a foundation that helps students with scholarships and other financial aid. “The BCCC Foundation is a non-profit charitable organization established in 1984 to provide community-based support for the college in achieving its educational and workforce development goals. Through the Foundation, generous donors provide support for scholarships, institutional programs, faculty and staff development and facility improvements.”
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Testimonials
Please explore the following testimonials:
Penny Glover, Mommy & Student
Penny Glover is an advisor for students pursing an Associates Degree in Nursing at Beaufort County Community College. In this video she describes her own journey to as a student and mother and gives encouragement to area residents wondering how to manage family and school as they ponder pursing their postsecondary credentials.