College & Career Prep Division
Adult Education Program
Ready to start, or restart, college?
We're here to assist you to navigate college systems, and to find answers. We offer FREE noncredit courses and programs (ESL, GED / HSE, Basic Skills, Academic Preparation, CTE - Vocational Education, and Workforce Preparation) for students seeking an increase in literacy skills, access to higher education and employment, and strengthening self-sufficiency. Discover the opportunities to change your life by enrolling now!
College and Career Prep. Division Office (HRLC Building) and Zoom Office Hours: | Zoom Meeting
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday: 9:00 am-7:00 pm - In-Person (HRLC Building) and | Zoom Meeting
Thursday: 9:00 am-5:00 pm - In-Person (HRLC Building) and | Zoom Meeting
Fridays: 9:00 am to 2:00 pm - Zoom Office Only - | Zoom Meeting
Saturday: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Zoom Office Only - | Zoom Meeting
West offers Free Noncredit Courses and Programs
College & Career Pathways
that's just right for getting started ...or restarted
Please note that you do not have to take the listed noncredit courses for a certificate all at once during a semester. Please see a counselor for further guidance.
Click on the links below (PDF file) to find out more information on each certificate.
You can find many in the searchable schedule listed under ESL, GED / HSE, Basic Skills (BSICSKL), Academic Preparation, Tutoring (TUTOR), and CTE / Vocational Education (VOC. ED), and Workforce Preparation.
If you can't find the class or want additional information, please contact us in the College & Career Prep Division
Email: @email
Phone: (310) 287-4404 or (310) 287-4546
Location: HLRC / Library - 1st Floor Learning Center
Academic Preparation
Academic Preparation certificates and noncredit courses are FREE and designed for students who wish to improve reading, writing, math, biology, chemistry and study skills before enrolling in college-level credit courses. These courses also prepare students to take the GED/HiSET high school equivalency exams.
Career Exploration & Preparation
Career Exploration & Preparation certificates and noncredit courses are FREE and designed for students who wish to explore and prepare for careers in business, information technology, healthcare, criminal justice, conservation studies, facilities management, real estate, and more.
Job & Career Training
Job Training certificates and noncredit courses are FREE and designed for students who seek skills and training for employment. The courses and programs are designed for high employment potential or to transition to a credit degree program.
Employment Preparation
Employment preparation certificates and noncredit courses are FREE and designed to prepare students to effectively transition from college to careers with 21st-century job-ready skills and successfully become employed or advance in high-demand, well-paying careers in the public and private sectors.
English Language Learners (ELL) - ESL
English language learners (ESL) benefit from FREE classes and certificates that help them improve their English reading, writing, and speaking skills, prepare for the U.S. Citizenship test, and workplace preparation, and strengthen their academic skills for college.
Noncredit Application
Program Interest Form
To receive information on many of our programs.
Noncredit Adult Education Quick Facts
