In addition the staff will work with local businesses and industries to develop customized training programs to meet the specific needs of an industry. Announcements concerning the dates and times of classes are made through the local newspaper, local access cable, and through special mailings. The college reserves the right to limit class enrollment and, when necessary, to reschedule or cancel a class with insufficient enrollment. In some instances competencies gained in continuing education courses may be recognized in curriculum programs under provisions in the college's credit by examination policy. The beginning date, time, and location of a class is determined by the needs of the students and employers and the availability of suitable facilities and equipment.
Classes usually meet once or twice a week from two to three hours each session.
The college further reserves the right to discontinue a class if attendance falls to an unacceptable level. Students are encouraged to attend all classes to gain mastery of the materials and skills that are presented in each course. To qualify for the receipt of a course certificate, a student must attend at least 70 percent of the classes as well as successfully complete the prescribed course work. Depending upon the nature of the class and the requirements established for certification or licensing, some classes may have stricter attendance requirements. In these instances, the instructor will identify the attendance requirements.