Admissions

Enrollment for Continuing Education Programs

Through its continuing education program, Florida Community College offers a wide variety of continuing workforce education and recreation courses. These courses are offered throughout the community college district wherever the need exists and adequate facilities are available. Courses are taught in public schools, industrial plants, commercial office buildings, on all the campuses and centers of the College, and other suitable locations. The length and frequency of meetings for classes differ and are determined by the type and objectives of each course.

The primary purpose of these courses is to provide individuals with the training needed to upgrade or broaden their present skills and enhance their occupational opportunities. This training also provides the business and industrial community with trained personnel.

The College maintains close liaison with outside agencies to facilitate the educational and training needs of the community. These groups include: program advisory committees, professional and civic organizations, governmental agencies, business and industry as well as various other groups.

A high school diploma is not required for enrollment in most continuing workforce education courses, but students must be at least 16 years old.

New participants in the College’s continuing education programs must submit a membership application and the $15 records origination fee.

Non–resident aliens may enroll in continuing workforce education courses; however, the College will not issue immigration papers based on this enrollment. Non–resident aliens must pay out–of–state tuition for all classes except self–supporting classes.

Specialized Continuing Education Programs

Numerous education programs are offered to meet the needs of professionals by updating knowledge and skills required for current practice.

Topics and locations will vary to meet the diverse needs of the community. Current areas of emphasis include health and nursing, computer information technology, insurance, real estate, financial planning and event management. For information call 904.646.2300.

Teacher Continuing Education

Florida Community College offers coursework for teachers interested in updating their skills, adding to their content or renewing their teaching certificate. They can select from a variety of courses including English, history, psychology, science, mathematics and computers.

Educator Preparation Institute - Teach First Coast

Florida Community College's Teach First Coast program is a response to the teacher shortage in Florida. This program prepares non-education majors and mid-career individuals with a bachelor's degree in needed content areas to complete their professional (not temporary) teaching certification. Program participants will complete a competency-based alternative certification program. They will also prepare to sit for the Professional Educator Test, the General Knowledge Test and a Subject Area Exam. Please refer to the individual course descriptions.

Teleconferencing/Videoconferencing

Florida Community College is a leader in providing quality teleconferencing and videoconferencing services to Northeast Florida. As part of a statewide network of satellite downlink sites, Florida Community College offers C–Band and Ku–Band satellite downlinking, program videotaping, meeting rooms for large and small groups, catering, event planning, large screen projection, phone and fax lines, Internet access, expert technical support, and a trained staff. Florida Community College also provides videoconferencing facilities at selected campus sites. Ideal for small, face–to–face meetings, videoconferencing technology uses telephone lines to connect people in different cities, thereby eliminating the costs and lost productivity often associated with business travel. A regular host of special teleconference events on topics ranging from law and education to health care and the environment, Florida Community College offers affordable, convenient training and networking opportunities to businesses, government and the local community. For information call 904.633.8312.

Professional Development and Self–Enrichment

A variety of courses are offered for professional development and self enrichment. Brochures are available for a wide variety of courses that provide new skills, help develop new and exciting interests and offer opportunities to have fun while in pursuit of lifelong learning goals. For information call 904.646.2300.