Adult Education Non-Credit

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Looking to learn something new, strengthen your skills, or prepare for your next step in education or career? 

San José City College offers free noncredit classes designed to help you explore new subjects, prepare for college-level work, or build job-ready skills. These classes—available in ESL, short-term vocational training, and workforce preparation—are a great way to connect with instructors, classmates, and the campus community. Noncredit classes are free, flexible, and a powerful pathway to move from learning to college to career. 

All Noncredit Classes are listed in the 500 number series (for example APE 500 and ESL 500).

Refer to the Schedule of Classes to see what Noncredit classes are offered.
  • Consult with our Noncredit Counselor to find out what courses are being offered and choose what courses you would like to take.
  • Pay attention to the start/end date of each courses, as well as the modality of instruction.

CERTIFICATES OF COMPLETION AND COMPETENCY

San José City College currently offers two Noncredit Certificates of Completion and one Certificate of Competency:

Noncredit Community Health Worker program allows students the opportunity to get the skills essential for the safe and effective movement of a patient across the care continuum, improved self-management of patient care, and enhanced patient-practitioner communication.

The ESL Certificate of Competency will prepare students to progress in a career path or to undertake degree-applicable or non-degree-applicable credit courses. 

The Medical Career Preparation certificate prepares students to begin their studies towards a healthcare career. 

NEW Students: You must submit a Noncredit Application. Once completed, make sure to keep the following information somewhere safe to refer back to:

  • OpenCCC username and password
  • PIN #
  • CCCID #
  • EVC Confirmation #

Wait 72 hours for your application to be processed and you will receive a automated Welcome Letter with your 7-digit SJCC ID # via email. If you do not receive an automated email within 72 hours, please contact Admissions & Records with your full name, DOB, and SJCC Confirmation #.

Refer to the Schedule of  Classes to see what Noncredit classes will be offered in the next term. 

  • Consult with our Noncredit Counselor to find out what courses are being offered and choose what course(s) you would like to take.
  • Pay attention to the start/end dates of each course, as well as the modality of instruction.

Single Sign-On is an authentication method that allows students to sign in once and access all the important applications here at SJCC. Please take a moment to bookmark this page: 

https://sso.sjeccd.edu

You will use your SSO account for the following:

  • Self Service (Student Portal: allows you to register/drop classes, check grades, request transcripts, etc)
  • Canvas (Classroom Portal: allows you to access your class, complete homework, tests, etc)
  • MyHealth (Proof of Vaccination upload required to take classes)
  • Instructions for first time users

For any issues with your account, contact the ITSS Help Desk at (408) 270-6411.

To register for classes, please contact:

  • Ana Rosa Camacho, Transition Specialist (Spanish/English)

We want all noncredit students to be successful!

In preparation for your first day, we recommend gathering the following information:

  • Get your Class Schedule ready. Make sure you know what time your classes start and the location of each course. Check your email for any important information from your instructor.
  • Log onto Canvas. You should see the course(s) you signed up for on your Canvas dashboard by the first day of class.
  • Plan to arrive on time! The first day of classes can be crowded, so leave earlier than expected if you are coming to campus.
  • Assess the parking situation. If driving to campus, parking will be FREE in the student lots for Summer 2022 and Fall 22 semesters. Take a look at the campus map to get familiar with EVC!
  • Pick up a VTA Eco Pass. Students can get a VTA Eco Pass for $6.50 per semester (5 units or less) or $11.00 per semester (6+ units). Stop by the Welcome Desk in the Student Center to get a VTA Eco Pass.
  • Books and Materials. 
    • Purchase any required books from the EVC bookstore.
    • Books may be available and loaned to you from the Noncredit Department, but must be returned upon the completion of the class term in "Good" condition. 
    • Contact our Program Specialist, Teneka Cornish to find out  if books are available.

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact our team

FAQs

Noncredit courses are for students who want to gain general knowledge, learn a new skill, upgrade existing skills, enrich their understanding about a wide range of topics, develop personal interests and prepare for taking a credit course. Upon completion of a course, students may receive a grade of pass or no pass. Noncredit classes are NOT applicable toward a degree and will not appear on your transcript. 

Credit courses are designed for students who are interested in earning college credits towards a degree or certificate. Students who take credit courses generally receive a letter grade (A, B, C, D or F) recorded on a transcript. 

California residents and undocumented residents living in California.

Students who hold F1 visas will need to connect with the San José City College International Student Program to learn the process/eligibility for enrolling into a noncredit course or program. 

Yes, Noncredit courses are free!

No, Noncredit courses do not count towards student's GPA. 

Instructors will award Pass/No Pass to indicate competency in noncredit course material. 

Notify your instructor if you miss a class. It is important for you to attend each and every class. Consult your instructor for their specific attendance policy.

Federal Financial Aid is not available for noncredit courses; however noncredit courses are tuition-free!

Yes, students can Opt out of the Student representation fee, please follow the steps on how to decline charges.

Students can enroll in non-credit courses during the first half of the semester as long as there are seats available in the class. 

 

south bay consortium for adult educations (SBCAE)

San José City College is one of the members of the SBCAE that collaborate to build career pathways for adult learners to sustain better earnings while living in the one of the nation's highest cost-of-living areas. Along with dedicated faculty, staff, and community partners, SJCC is committed to helping adults with lower basic skills to join certificate programs by blending focused on skills development, and Bridge programs leading to jobs with family-sustaining wages. 

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Members of the SBCAE consists of the following two community college districts and five adult school districts: San José City College, Evergreen Valley College, Center for Economic Mobility, Mission College, West Valley College, Campbell Adult and Community Education, East Side Adult Education, Milpitas Adult Education, Santa Clara Adult Education, and Silicon Valley Career Technical Education. 

Contact US

  • Claudia Amador
  • Director
  • 408-288-3765
  • Ana Camacho
  • Transition Specialist
  • 408-918-5140

 

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