Continuing Education

Hundreds of ways to enrich your home, work, and life

At HCC, we believe that education is a lifelong pursuit. That’s why we provide continuing education in Howard County to the community, with multiple pathways to professional, personal, and creative development through our Division of Continuing Education & Workforce Development.

Choose from adult education classes offered throughout the county, on days, evenings, and weekends, beginning weekly. Students ages 6 to 17 can build new life skills and prepare for the ACT and SAT. No grades or exams (except for licensure courses), just learning and enjoyment. Businesses can also arrange customized training for staff groups.

Courses (Noncredit)

Browse from over 500+ classes.

• Basic Skills for Adults
• Business
• Child Care Certification
• Computers & Information Technology
• CustomClass
• Developmental Disabilities (CORE)
• English as a Second Language (ESL)
• Health Care Careers
• High School Diploma Programs (GED/NEDP)
• Kids on Campus
• Language and Culture Programs
• Motorcycle Safety (The Rider School)
• Online Courses
• Personal Enrichment 
• Seniors (60+)
• Test Preparation

Charles I. Ecker Business Training Center

For more than 20 years, our Business Training Center has helped Maryland businesses, organizations and agencies with customized staff training, meeting facilities, consulting, and individual training.

English Language Center

Reach your professional and personal goals by learning English with our award-winning English Language Center.