College & Career Prep Division
Ready to start, or restart, college?
We're here to assist you to navigate college systems, and to find answers. We offer courses and programs for students seeking an increase in literacy skills, access to higher education and employment, and strengthened 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: 9:00 am-7:00 pm - In-Person (HRLC Building) and | Zoom Meeting |
Wednesday & Thursday: 9:00 am-6:00 pm - In-Person (HRLC Building) and | Zoom Meeting |
Fridays: 9am to 2pm - Zoom Office Only - | Zoom Meeting |
Saturday: 9am to 12pm - Zoom Office Only - | Zoom Meeting |
West offers FREE COLLEGE & CAREER PATHWAYS
that's just right for getting started ...or restarted
Please note that you do not have to take the listed 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.
Academic Preparation
Academic Preparation certificates and courses are 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.
- Academic & Workforce Success
- Algebra fundamentals
- Arithmetic Fundamentals
- College Readiness (Computer and Canvas Skills Training)
- Foundation for Academic Success I (High School Equivalency Test Prep)
Career Exploration & Preparation
Career Exploration & Preparation certificates and courses are designed for students who wish to explore and prepare for careers in business, information technology, healthcare, and criminal justice, conservation studies, facilities management, real estate and more.
Job & Career Training
Job Training certificates and courses are 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 courses 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.
- 21st Century Employability Skills: Communication & Digital Fluency
- 21st Century Employability Skills: Diversity Awareness & Collaboration
- 21st Century Employability Skills: Empathy & Adaptability
- 21st Century Employability Skills: Entrepreneurial & Analytical Mindset
- 21st Century Employability Skills: Self-Awareness & Resilience
- Academic & Workforce Success
- Employment Readiness
- Financial Literacy for College & the Workplace
- Licensing/Employment Test Prep
- Job Readiness
- Leadership and Workplace Success in the Public Sector
- Resilient Leadership for College Engagement
- Workforce Preparation and Career Success
- Workplace Success I: Creative Leadership
- Workplace Success II: Creativity & Innovation in the Workplace
English Language Learners (ELL)
English language learners benefit from free classes and certificates that help them improve their English reading, writing and speaking kills, prepare for the U.S. Citizenship test, 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
Office Hours and Location
College & Career Prep Office & Zoom Hours - | Zoom Meeting |
In Person - HRLC - Building
Mondays & Tuesdays: 9:00AM - 7:00PM
Wednesdays & Thursdays: 9:00AM - 6:00PM
Fridays - 9:00AM - 2:00PM - Remote Only - | Zoom Meeting |
Saturdays - 9:00AM - 12:00PM - Remote Only - | Zoom Meeting |
College & Career Prep Counseling
Mondays to Thursdays: 9:00AM - 7:00PM
Fridays: 9:30AM - 1:00PM
Saturdays to Sundays: Closed
Live Chat
Online College & Career Prep
Mondays to Fridays: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturdays to Sundays: Closed