In addition to the full-time college students who may choose these classes, approved high school students may also take summer classes such as astronomy, botany, business and management as well as many others for transfer to a four-year university. Check with the university to assure that any courses taken will transfer. Also, classes offered will differ from community college to community college, and online distance learning classes may be available. One advantage for high school students is that some community colleges offering dual enrollment may waive tuition for approved high school students. This could result in substantial savings toward the cost of a college education.
Often as businesses grow, employees either choose or are encouraged to obtain continuing education classes that keep them up-to-speed in their jobs. Whether dealing with more frequent non-English speaking customers or new technology, employees may benefit from taking summer continuing education classes that train them to become more valuable to their employers. Summer classes offered may include a choice of foreign language and computer training, as well as leadership and management courses that may prepare employees for a promotion in the company.
Often retirees or other adults looking to broaden their horizons or obtain training for a specialized hobby choose to take non-credit classes offered by community colleges. These classes may frequently be offered during the summer months when many regular students choose to take a break. Some of these classes may be craft-related, such as floral design, whereas others may be related to carpentry, like home improvement, or to a favorite hobby such as restoring antique vehicles.
Summer classes may also be available in more creative undertakings such as guitar, piano, ballet and modern dance, as well as drawing, sculpture and ceramics. These may be offered as non-credit courses for personal enrichment or as a part of a degree or certificate program.