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Noncredit Programs and Courses

Antelope Valley College Noncredit courses are FREE classes that build student confidence, provide valuable preparation for future careers and educational opportunities, and increase equitable access to career development, education and vocational training.

Overview

Noncredit programs and courses prepares Basic Skills learners, English as a Second Language learners, and other non-traditional college students to gain the essential knowledge, lifelong learning skills and abilities to successfully acquire and retain employment, transition to college credit, certificated programs, and associate degree programs and career pathways.

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Noncredit Programs - Certificates of Completion

  • College Readiness - Reading and Writing - (Anticipated start: Spring 2024)
    • Managing Writing Anxiety (LAC 020)
    • Writing Support (ENG 090)
    • Critical Reading (READ 099)
  • Computer and Workplace Fundamentals - Careers for Cause (C4C)  Pilot (Anticipated start: Spring 2024)
    • Map for Workplace Success (BUS 099)
    • Computers, Application Software, and Technology for Beginners (CA 098)
  • Personal Business Ownership  (Anticipated start: Spring 2024)
    • Computers, Application Software, and Technology for Beginners (CA 098)
    • How to Start Your Business (BUS 090)
    • How to Maintain Your Business (BUS 091)

Noncredit Courses

  • Learning Assistance Courses
    • Writing Support (090) - (Anticipated start: Spring 2024)
    • Managing Writing Anxiety (LAC 020)
    • Managing Math Anxiety (Math 020)
    • Math Study Strategy (021)
  • Reading
    • Critical Reading Skills (READ 099)