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.
Continuous learning for both the employee and the employer
San Jacinto College's Continuing and Professional Development Division is here to serve both employees and employers. We provide training to companies and their employees to meet employers' demands for a highly skilled workforce, while helping incumbent workers reach their potential.
Adult Education Literacy
Want to further your education? San Jacinto College provides an opportunity for people to obtain their goals and improve their value in the workplace. These opportunities include:
- English as a Second Language (ESL)
- GED Preparation (individual courses and the full series)
- Conversational Spanish
Aerospace
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.
Business Operations, Supply Chain, and Entrepreneurship
Are you trying to take your business to the next level? To do that, you've got to get into the nitty gritty of what it takes to run a business. Learn more about the ins and outs of running a successful business or making yourself an instrumental cog to your company's well-oiled machine with our business operations, supply chain, and entrepreneurship classes.
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.
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 Machining, and PMI for CNC.
Life Long Learning
Maritime
Online Learning Ed2Go
Summer Camps
Take a Continuing Education Course
The continuing education programs we have at San Jacinto run far and wide. Browse the catalog to find your next course.
CPD: What You Need to Know
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Education Within Your Reach
At San Jacinto College, we believe that if you want to learn, then you should be able to learn, no matter what. That’s why we encourage students of all ages and backgrounds to apply for financial aid and grants to help make their dreams possible and affordable.
Many grants are available to fund training for eligible individuals taking career certification programs and job-readiness courses. Our focus is finding funding to help support students interested in obtaining high-quality training and skills to ensure success in today’s workforce.
- A grant is a type of financial aid you may apply for that does not need to be repaid.
- The amount of your grant is based on need, cost of attendance and enrollment status. Students must meet eligibility requirements to qualify.
- A grant can come from multiple sources including federal or state government, or San Jacinto College.
Our grants are designed to develop college and career readiness skills that include
language, academic, and workforce instruction. Funding for our programs is provided
by the Houston Galveston Area Council and the Texas Workforce Commission.
The following is a list of the free courses we offer through our grants:
- English as a Second Language (ESL) and Civics
- Adult Basic Education (ABE) for students scoring below a secondary level on academic placement tests.
- Adult Secondary Education (ASE) for students scoring at a secondary level on academic placement tests. This class includes but is not limited to preparation for a high school equivalency (HSE) test.
- Internationally Trained Professionals (ITP) for students who completed a Bachelor's Degree or higher in another country wanting to learn more about educational and employment systems in the United States.
- Career Pathways / Integrated Education and Training (IET) to assist students in developing and improving soft skills, academic skills, and / or language skills while participating in workforce training.
- Maximum class limit is 25 students in each section.
Pre-requirements and information:
- Registration and Pre-testing are required before any instruction begins to determine program eligibility.
- A valid, current, government-issued photo ID is required for all participants at registration.
- Waiting lists will be maintained for students if maximum occupancy is reached in any given program.
- Registration is on a first-come first-served basis. At this time most registration is done remotely, however, some testing may need to be conducted in person.
- *Students 18 and over are eligible for the program. Students over the age of 16 may be considered for entry into the program if they meet certain criteria.
- Day and evening classes are currently offered remotely.
For additional grant information, contact:
Email: adulteducation@sjcd.edu
Our grants are designed to develop college and career readiness skills that include
language, academic, and workforce instruction. Funding for our programs is provided
by the Houston Galveston Area Council and the Texas Workforce Commission.
The following is a list of the free courses we offer through our grants:
- English as a Second Language (ESL) and Civics
- Adult Basic Education (ABE) for students scoring below a secondary level on academic placement tests.
- Adult Secondary Education (ASE) for students scoring at a secondary level on academic placement tests. This class includes but is not limited to preparation for a high school equivalency (HSE) test.
- Internationally Trained Professionals (ITP) for students who completed a Bachelor's Degree or higher in another country wanting to learn more about educational and employment systems in the United States.
- Career Pathways / Integrated Education and Training (IET) to assist students in developing and improving soft skills, academic skills, and / or language skills while participating in workforce training.
- Maximum class limit is 25 students in each section.
Pre-requirements and information:
- Registration and Pre-testing are required before any instruction begins to determine program eligibility.
- A valid, current, government-issued photo ID is required for all participants at registration.
- Waiting lists will be maintained for students if maximum occupancy is reached in any given program.
- Registration is on a first-come first-served basis. At this time most registration is done remotely, however, some testing may need to be conducted in person.
- *Students 18 and over are eligible for the program. Students over the age of 16 may be considered for entry into the program if they meet certain criteria.
- Day and evening classes are currently offered remotely.
For additional grant information, contact:
Email: adulteducation@sjcd.edu
The Texas Public Education Grant is a financial award public colleges and universities across Texas create from their own resources. CPD receives a set amount each year from the college, which is then awarded to students among their five departments.
Basic qualifications for TPEG include:
- Be Texas residents, non-residents or foreign students
- Show financial need
- Register for the Selective Service, unless exempt
There is a 3-week approval process for TPEG. Please email Dedra White at 281-478-2786 or email her at Community.Engagement@sjcd.ed for more information.
With a grant from the Texas Workforce Commission’s Skills Development Fund (SDF), industry partners can give your workers the experience and training they need to boost their skills. Learn more about the SDF with these resources:
For more information, contact: Kristina.DeWitty@sjcd.edu
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. 
Take Advantage of Linked Courses
Four Ways to Register
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: Slovacek Student Center Building,
Room N-12.212, 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.
Fax or Email
Download and complete this registration form, then fax or 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
Central Campus
Fax: 281-476-1833
North Campus
Fax: 281-459-7196
South Campus
Fax: 281-922-3422
Phone
Please have your personal information, as well as the course you'd like to take, ready when you call.
CPD Essentials
