Continuing Education

At San Jac, there are opportunities for everyone. Boost your career, explore new interests, take up a hobby, or dive into one of our enriching summer camps with our Continuing Education Division. Are you seeking a degree or certificate? Explore all programs.

San Jac's Continuing & Professional Development CentersExplore our different centers that help advance your career and train your workforce.

Aerospace & Aviation The Edge Center
Business, IT, & Professional Service Center
The Corporate Center
Community Center

Advanced Manufacturing

With one of the largest manufacturing workforces in the country, competition across the Greater Houston Metropolitan Area can be stiff. Stand out amongst employers from the get-go with our introductory automation courses in PLC and robotics. Explore our Machining program starting with Manual Machining. Further your skills with CNC Mill Complete or CNC Lathe Complete or both while aligning with NIMS standards and the Haas Certification

Aerospace

From drones to space stations, San Jacinto College's aerospace program offers multiple ways to advance your career with technical certificates. Gain hands-on experience in electrical, design, manufacturing, operating and maintenance tracks. Become an aerospace technician and let your career take flight.

Business, IT, & Professional Service Center

Business Operations, Supply Chain, and Entrepreneurship

Build your knowledge, earn industry credentials, and gain a competitive edge in today’s job market. Our program combines industry certifications with a strong foundation in core business principles, plus the skills and real-world experience needed to succeed. Learn how businesses operate through courses in business operations, supply chain, and entrepreneurship.

IT Tech

Whether you're looking to navigate Microsoft Applications more efficiently or better protect your company from its next cyber-attack, we have the courses you're looking for. Tackle our hands-on courses as well with training to become a Certified Fiber Optic Technician, Manual Machine or CNC Operator, or a robot, PLC or CNC Programmer.

Applied Trades

Hands-on jobs require hands-on training. You can't learn to drive without ever getting behind the wheel. You can't learn to repair diesel engines without ever popping the hood. Our courses in Applied Trades will hone your skills in welding, truck driving, pipefitting, and HVAC with hands-on learning and training, all while following industry-recognized standards.

Biotechnology

Prepare to launch a successful career in the biotechnology field with industry-leading training at none other than San Jacinto College. As the lone provider of NIBRT-licensed training in the southern United States, we are here to provide new biomanufacturing professionals with the skills needed for a seamless transition to the workforce.

Maritime

Earning your sea legs requires hands-on experience on ships ranging from inland towboats to the world’s largest ships. Our programs offer more than 50 courses approved by the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), each following internationally recognized Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping. Are you ready to learn what it takes to be a mariner?

Petrochemical Energy

Skilled workers thrive with strong leadership and guidance. At the LyondellBasell Center for Petrochemical, Energy, & Technology (CPET), we provide hands-on training that prepares students for real-world careers while connecting them with industry professionals like you. Join CPET as a partner and play a key role in shaping tomorrow’s workforce.

Adult Education and Literacy

Our Adult Education and Literacy (AEL) programs help adults build skills in reading, writing, math, and English while preparing for the workforce, a high school credential, or college and career training. Opportunities include:

English as a Second Language (ESL)
GED Preparation (individual courses and the full series)
Job training in healthcare, IT, Business, HVAC, and more

Health Occupations

With Houston being home to what is known as one of the best medical communities in the world, we know our healthcare workers and employers are looking to stay at the top of their game. Kick-start your career with our Certified Nurse Aide Training, prep for your HESI A2 Test , or set yourself up for success to work in a medical office in our Medical Office Professional course.

Life Long Learning

Dive into a new hobby or skill here at San Jacinto College. Our Lifelong Learning program has a full range of non-credit courses that are perfect for personal development or to take just for fun.

Online Learning Ed2Go

Our fun and affordable online courses give you the opportunity to learn new skills and trades conveniently from anywhere. Take a look at the variety of online CPD courses we offer.

Summer Camps

Looking for something fun for your kids and teens this summer? San Jac hosts fun and enriching summer camps for kids of all ages and all interests – from athletics and career exploration, to music and STEM, and everything in between.

The continuing education programs we have at San Jacinto run far and wide. Browse the catalog to find your next course.

Download the PDF Schedule View the digital course schedule

Continuing education: What You Need to Know

Enroll Anytime

Enroll in our classes year round. Whether it’s a one day workshop, a one week course, or a month or more, you can register online, in person, or by email. Be sure to register early, some classes fill up quickly.

Financial Aid and Grants

Our financial aid and grants can help cover the cost of your classes and make career and job training more affordable.

Your Career Edge

Continuing Education (CE) classes teach you the job skills you need to advance your career.

Your Next Hobby

Dive into a new hobby or fun activity with classes on painting, cake decorating, and pottery.

Pay When Your Register

You must pay for your class on the same day you register, or you will be unenrolled.

Linked courses are a great flexible option! You can take a continuing education course, then later you can apply the course to your degree or certificate. It's helpful if you're not sure you want to pursue a degree or certificate, but want to get started with a class. There are a couple of things to know. Enrollment in linked courses is limited, you are exempt from taking the TSI assessment, and courses adhere to the CPD refund policy.

In-Person

Identification is required / Se requiere ID al registrarse en persona
Visit one of our convenient locations at the following campuses to register.

Central Campus: Interactive Learning Center, Room C-1.128,
8060 Spencer Hwy., Pasadena

North Campus: Welcome Center,
Room N-6.108a,
5800 Uvalde Road, Houston

South Campus: Administration Bldg.,
Room S-8.1403,
13735 Beamer Road, Houston

Online

Register for your course online. Each course schedule will only show available classes in that instructional area. Begin the registration process by selecting the course schedule that interests you.

Email

Download and complete this registration form, then email it at any time. We process forms during normal business hours. For students under 18 years of age, please complete the Parent Waiver Form.

Email: registration.cpd@sjcd.edu

Phone

Call 281-542-2020 to register by phone.

Please have your personal information, as well as the course you'd like to take, ready when you call.

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