Some of the more popular educational programs do have a waiting list. You may wish to enroll in the college and take related courses until your name reaches the top of the waiting list. Community colleges vary in the programs which they offer. See the Career Center for information regarding specific community colleges in Washington. Whatcom Community College offers occupational training programs designed to prepare students for employment.
Some programs require only one year of course work, others require two years.
Whatcom Community College offers a selection of transfer courses which satisfy the lower division requirements of four year institutions in Washington state. A Certificate of Completion is awarded in some cases for the completion of certain classes. A Certificate of Proficiency is possible in other programs and implies a basic level of preparation for employment. Four year institutions determine which courses are accepted for transfer. Students are advised to consult the current catalogs of the institution to which they wish to transfer and consult carefully with admission counselors and program advisors.