Continuing Education

Continuing Education consists of fast track certificates or courses to quickly train students for a high-demand job. Programs focus on the key technical and behavioral skills needed in the targeted occupation. Each certificate program includes either industry-recognized certification, State or National occupational accreditation. Classes are offered, day, evening, hybrid, weekend, and online. A variety of certificates in Continuing Education can be completed in 6 months or less.

Continuing Education also offers English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Highschool Equivalency Test Preparation (GED), Academy for Lifelong Learning (a program for seniors 50+) and LifePath (a program for, students with cognitive learning disorders).

How do I get started?

Speak with a Continuing Education Specialist

Choose a Certificate

1. Select a Fast Track Certificate Program by reviewing the latest schedule or LoneStar.edu/Programs
2. Select a Lone Star College campus

Contact the closest CE office to attend an Information Session

1. Attend an Information Session at a campus near you
2. Apply to Continuing Education
3. Create a myLoneStar account

How Do I Register and Pay for Classes?

Search for Classes Online or at any Lone Star College Continuing Education Office. Additional registration items may be required for select programs. View program page for latest details

1. Speak to a Continuing Education Specialist about financial aid options, grants and payment plan options available
2. Pay for Classes

Ongoing Advising

Meet with your Continuing Education Specialist or Coordinator regularly until completion of your program for the latest information.