Welcome to the LACC Noncredit Adult Education Department
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Enroll in Adult Education Classes.
Classes only open to students living in California.
Out-of-state students please visit nld.org for schools in your area.
Noncredit Adult Education Classes are In-person and Online
Apply and Enroll Online or In-person
Apply and Enroll to Classes by Zoom
Zoom Meeting ID: laccnoncredit
For real time assistance please visit our Zoom office during our office hours.
Apply and Enroll to Classes Online
Contact Us
Email
noncreditadulted@lacitycollege.edu
Email our office for information and assistance
Students can also reach out to us via our social media:
Facebook: @laccnoncredit01
Instagram: @laccjobprep
Learn how to download or access your Canvas classroom and Zoom
Learn how to download or access your Canvas classroom.
Additional Resources for Students
Programs Offered:
- Academic Preparation
- Adult Basic Education
- Banquet and Restaurant Server
- Beginning English as a Second Language
- Career Discovery Skills
- Child Development Readiness
- College Readiness Math Fundamentals I
- College Readiness Math Fundamentals II
- Computer Skills for the Workplace
- Custodial Technician Training
- Customer Service Skills
- E-Commerce
- English as a Second Language – Civics
- English as a Second Language – Pronunciation
- Entrepreneurship Skills
- Food Handler’s Preparation
- Food Service Manager Skills Preparation
- Front Desk Representative & Reservationist
- Gig Economy Success Kit
- Global Business
- Guestroom Attendant
- Health Career Readiness
- Healthcare Services
- High School Equivalency Test Preparation
- Hospitality
- In Home Supportive Services Skills
- Introduction to Computers
- International Marketing Professional
- Job Readiness
- Law and Ethics in Business
- Literacy Level ESL
- Medical Interpretation
- Medical Terminology for Career Readiness
- Professionalism & Success in Healthcare Occupations
- Phlebotomy Technician
- Retailing Smarts
- Technical Office Occupation Skills
- Technology for Success in the Workplace
- Vocational English as a Second Language I
- Vocational English as a Second Language II
- Workforce Literacy Skills
- Workplace Success I – Creativity in the Workplace
- Workplace Success II – Creative Leadership
- The Urban Ambassadors
About Noncredit & Adult Education
All noncredit courses
and certificate programs
are FREE.
The Los Angeles City College (LACC) Noncredit / Adult Education program prepares Basic Skills learners, English as a Second Language learners, disadvantaged populations, and other non-traditional college students to attain the essential knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully acquire and retain employment, transition to college, and/or eff ectively explore, plan and establish career pathways leading to growth opportunities in high demand occupations.
The noncredit/adult education and training programs encompass valuable noncredit certifi cates and over 50 courses in Academic Preparation, High School Equivalency Test Preparation, English as a Second Language (ESL), Vocational ESL, Citizenship, ESL CIVICS, Career Discovery Skills, Child Development Readiness, Customer Service Skills, Entrepreneurship Skills, Health Career Readiness, Hospitality, In-Home Supportive Services Skills, Job Readiness, Retailing Smarts, and Workforce Literacy Skills.
All courses can be offered on a “Stand-Alone” basis.
Career Development and College Preparation (CDCP) Programs are sequenced courses resulting in noncredit certifi cates of completion or competency and leading to improved employability, job placement, and academic skills. CDCP Programs are off ered in the areas of short term vocational or workforce preparation, basic skills, and English as a Second Language. Certifi cate programs are favorably recognized by business and industry and are frequently used as a requirement for professional advancement. Classes are noncredit and do not generate degree applicable college units.
A full range of personal, career and academic counseling services is available to students enrolled in the noncredit courses. All of the courses and services are free.
Classes are located at Los Angeles City College and many educational sites throughout the community, to allow accessibility to match varying student needs. Open entry/ open exit classes allow students to register anytime during the school year. Day, evening, and Saturday classes are off ered to meet the needs of all students, specifi cally the working adult.
Academic Preparation/High School Equivalency Test Preparation
Assists students in strengthening their skills in reading writing, spelling, mathematics, English usage and grammar. Academic Preparation provides students with a strong educational foundation than can be used as a basis of employment preparation, college-level readiness, High School Equivalency Test Preparation, and vocational programs.
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Assist second language learners improve their English listening, speaking, and pronunciation skills in order to reach their career, academic, and personal goals. Classes also incorporate civics education to community members and prospective United States citizens. Specialized strands such as Vocational ESL are available to the advanced-level ESL students.
Citizenship
Introduces students to U.S. citizenship and naturalization process, U.S. history, and government. Prepares students for the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services USCIS interview and exam.
Career Educational Training Programs
The Career Educational Programs offers students a variety of short-term certificate programs and single course options designed to prepare for a high-demand career and advance current work skills. The Career Educational Training programs combine academic knowledge with technical and occupational skills to provide students with pathways to long-term careers and success.
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Mission Statement
The LACC Noncredit and Adult Education program's mission is to link education, work, and training to improve competitiveness within the workforce.