THE LIST: Adult Continuing Education Classes Mean More Than Learning

Would you like to learn how to take better pictures?

Start your great American Novel?

Want to brush up on your French skills, oui?

Opportunities to do those things, and much more, abound in our local community through adult continuing education classes. These classes are designed specifically for enrichment and fun (and some to even give your career a boost).

And what adult doesn't need a little of that?

Better yet, these programs are convenient in all aspects: competitive and affordable pricing, nearby locations, and flexible class times (even some continuing education programs have select classes online that you can do from the convenience of your own home).

So whether you are working full-time, part-time, retired, or a student elsewhere, it's never too late take a class just for fun or to learn more. The rewards and benefits are plentiful. And who knows? It could even spark a new interest or even a new career!

Patch has the course catalogs ready! It's time now for a school tour.

Tacoma Community College (Tacoma and Gig Harbor)

Why here: This local community college has a rich selection of all kinds of great classes from the arts, home and family life, writing, health and wellness, fitness, business, and more. The program also boasts additional classes and trainings that can help advance your career or help you explore another possible career opportunity. Not able to make it to a live class in Tacoma or Gig Harbor? No worries. Check out TCC's popular ed2go online continuing education courses. Click HERE to take a peek at the options.

Clover Park Technical College (Lakewood)

Why here: This college has a robust selection of continuing education classes and programs that cover professional and trade development, technology courses, enrichment courses of all kinds, and offer special classes designed for students over 50 years of age on a variety of subjects. Click on the link above to explore these programs and more.

Pierce College (Lakewood and Puyallup)

Why here: Pierce College has some really unique and interesting continuing education courses to choose from that cover personal enrichment topics to career enhancement. Click on the link to see their great education brouchure and course offerings. This college also offers gift certificates to give the gift of a continuing education class (great gift for a loved one or friend). Check out the website for more details.

Bates Technical College (Tacoma)

Why here: Bates Techical College offers a wide variety of continuing education classes (live classes and online courses) that are specific to enhancing, refiing, and developing a multitude of careers. Classes can be taken for credit or non-credit depending upon your needs and goals. Check out the website easily with a quick click on the link above to explore your opportunities.

Your Local Parks and Recreation (University Place, Ficrest, Lakewood, Gig Harbor, Tacoma)

Why here: Don't forget that your nearby parks and recreation deparments have more offerings than just sports. Click on the city above to get directly to their course offerings page to check out the class options right in your own backyard.