Short-Term Vocational

In general, credit courses are designed for students who are interested in earning college units towards a degree or certificate. Students who take credit courses receive a letter grade (A, B, C, D or F) at the end of the semester.

Noncredit courses are classes offered through the Continuing Education Division. They are intended for students who want to gain general knowledge, learn a new skill, upgrade existing skills, or enrich their understanding about a wide range of topics. Upon completion of a course, students will receive a grade of pass or no pass. Noncredit classes are NOT applicable toward a degree. Upon completion of a series of required classes, students can earn a noncredit vocational certificate.

All can attend with some limitations with Minors. Minor students can attend but must be after 3 pm (excluding summer) due to high school hours. Minors will need a parent or guardian's permission for the student to attend classes until the age of 18. 

For noncredit courses, admission to the college as a credit student is not required. There is a short form for noncredit admission.

Register early. Classes are filled on a first-come, first-serve basis: You may register by mail or in person. You can register up until the day before the first class begins, although this increases your chances of your desired class being closed.

No. Federal Financial Aid is not available for noncredit classes. Noncredit classes are tuition free. Students are responsible for the purchase of books and supplies. Financial aid is not available for these materials.

There is no tuition for noncredit courses/programs. However, a few courses/programs include a fee for materials provided to students. Students are also responsible for the purchase of books and supplies.

More than 55 different career certificate programs are available. Each certificate program is different and requires a specific sequence of classes. See the Continuing Education Student Handbook for details.

Yes, students who park on Mt. San Antonio College campus must have a valid, current parking permit at all times. You can order your parking permit conveniently online 24/7! After registering for classes in your portal, go to #31 on your Student Tab and follow instructions to complete your order. You can print a temporary permit to display while you are waiting for your permit in the mail. For students who don’t have credit cards, you can still buy your permit at the Cashier’s Office during business hours while supplies last. Be sure to bring all of your vehicle registration information.

As many as you like.

No.

For most vocational courses, there is no assessment required prior to registration. However, our health occupations programs have mandatory orientations that explain required paperwork and clearances.

No. However, you will need photo identification other than a passport.

No.

Yes.

It depends on your availability and the availability of the classes being offered. Not all classes are offered each term.

Yes, most courses require textbooks.

No.

Yes. Upon completion of a course, students will receive a grade of pass or no pass.

No.

Call the School of Continuing Education Office at (909) 594-4220