Adult Education and Noncredit

NEW Students: You must submit a Noncredit Application.

1. Create an account at CCC Apply and submit a Noncredit Application for Admission for San José City College. Once completed, keep the following information somewhere safe to refer back to:

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

Wait 72 hours for your application to be processed and you will receive an 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 #.

If you are taking the intermediate to advanced noncredit ESL classes, including ESL 522, ESL 523, ESL 524, and ESL 527, you need to complete the ESL Guided Self-Placement.

Submit a request to complete the ESL Guided Self-Placement form here.

The other noncredit classes such as ESL 500, ESL 510, ESL 511A, ESL 511B, ESL 511C, ESL 541, ESL 542, and ESL 550 do not require the completion of the Guided Self-Placement tool.

For any questions about the ESL Guided Self-Placement, call 408-288-3719 or email ESL.Info@sjcc.edu.

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

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• Contact us to find out what classes are being offered and choose what class(es) you would like to take. Scroll up to find the contact information.
• Pay attention to the start/end dates of each class, as well as the modality of instruction.
• All noncredit classes are listed in the 500-number series (for example, APE 500 and ESL 500).

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 (opens in a new tab)

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.)
• Instructions for first-time users (opens in a new tab)

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

To register for noncredit classes, you can do so in one of two ways:

1. Self-Service — Go to Self-Service, log in, and search for the class you want to register for.

https://sso.sjeccd.edu (opens in a new tab)

2. Contact Us — You may contact one of us to help you register for noncredit classes.

• Ana Rosa Camacho, Transition Specialist for SBCAE – Adult Schools (Spanish/English)
• Carla Esquivel Magaña, Academic Advising Specialist (Spanish/English)
• Fabian Pacheco Camacho, SBCAE Counselor (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 class. Check your email for any important information from your instructor.
• Log onto Canvas. You should see the class(es) 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, take a look at the campus map (PDF, opens in a new tab) to get familiar with SJCC. For more information about parking, visit our map, directions, and parking page.
• Pick up a VTA Smart Pass. Students can get a VTA Smart Pass for $6.50 per semester (5 units or less) or $11.00 per semester (6+ units). Stop by the Welcome Center in the Student Center to get yours.

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

Noncredit classes 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 class. Upon completion of a class, 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 classes are designed for students who are interested in earning college credits toward a degree or certificate. Students who take credit classes generally receive a letter grade (A, B, C, D, or F) recorded on a transcript.

California residents and undocumented residents, 18 years or older, living in California.

Students who hold F-1 visas will need to connect with the San José City College International Student Program to learn the process and eligibility for enrolling in a noncredit course or program.

Yes, noncredit classes are free.

No, noncredit classes do not count toward a student's GPA.

Instructors will award Pass or No Pass to indicate competency in noncredit class 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 classes; however, noncredit classes are tuition-free!

Yes, students can opt out of the Student Representation Fee. Please follow the steps on how to decline charges (PDF, opens in a new tab).

Students can enroll in a noncredit class during the first half of the semester as long as there are seats available in the class.