To meet the growing demand for lifelong-learning opportunities, South offers many classes and discussion groups designed especially for senior adults. Classes cover a wide range of topics and reflect a broad range of interests. Special programs, workshops, and events are regularly scheduled. Classes are normally held during daytime hours, both on-campus and in senior centers and retirement centers. Generally, there are no long assignments, examinations, or letter grades given.
Registration is by mail, on-campus, or directly at the class site.
Eligible classes include the humanities, natural and social sciences and some vocational programs. Registration under the waiver is on a space-available basis with instructor approval, after the first week of the quarter. As this special waiver is available for audit only, a student enrolled under the option will not receive an official grade or transcript. Apprentice Training More than 1,500 apprentices from over 20 different trades attend classes weekdays, evenings and Saturdays at the South Seattle Community College Duwamish Center. They hone skills and knowledge while satisfying the requirements of various apprenticeship programs leading to journeyman status.