Skill Building Education

Learning Opportunities for All

Skill building education at West Hills College Coalinga is focused on meeting the needs of our community. We do this by offering affordable, diverse learning opportunities that will benefit and enrich the public without the requirements of admission to West Hills College.

Things to Know about Skills Building Education:

  • You DO NOT have to be a student as West Hills College to take a community ed. class.
  • These classes are designed to enrich and enhance skills you may already have or would like to develop.
  • Dates and times are determined based on the need and demand of the community.
  • If there is something you would like to learn more about and don't see it on this page please feel free leave your suggestion at the email listed in the left hand column.
  • There is a fee per person, depending on necessary materials, to participate in the course.
  • Skill building courses are not eligible for federal student aid funding.
  • The length of the course depends on the information available and meeting times. They are usually one night a week for about an hour and half and will meet for 6 sessions. 

  • These classes are not for college credit.

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