Welcome to Community Education, where there's something for everyone!
Community Education offers a variety of flexible and convenient non-credit courses and programs designed for the lifelong learner at any age or stage in life. Community Education provides the community, students, and industry partners with:
Workforce Training: short, fast, flexible programs to get you right into the workforce
Kids & Teen College: fun and exciting classes for kids 5-16 years old. Your child will learn skills and hobbies to prepare them for the future, beyond the ordinary experiences for your extraordinary child.
To request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the EMCC Disability Resources & Services (DRS) office directly at drs@estrellamountain.edu or 623-935-8863. Some accommodations require up to four weeks to arrange, so please contact DRS early.
Refund Policy for Non-Credit Classes Unless otherwise specified, students must drop non-credit classes prior to the course start date to be eligible for a 100% refund of tuition and course fees. Tuition Refund Policy.
In the event the class you are registering for needs to be dropped before or after the start of the class, please contact communityed@estrellamountain.edu
Introduction to personal computer operations and usage. Learn about software applications, as well as an introduction to email, and how to maintain your safety/security while online. Course will include instruction on basic keyboarding skills, the importance of passwords, and discussion of new technology (phones).
Join us for a beginner-friendly yoga class focused on gentle movement, mindful breathing, and building confidence on the mat. We’ll explore foundational poses, simple stretches, and relaxation techniques to support both physical and mental wellness—no experience, flexibility, or fancy gear required. Just come as you are and leave feeling a little lighter, calmer, and more connected. You will be asked to sign an Assumption of Risk form on day 1 of the class. Please bring a yoga mat. A limited amount of extras will be available if you don't have one on the first day of class.
This class will teach common customer service terms and phrases in Spanish and how to use them while demonstrating cultural sensitivity when interacting with Spanish-speaking customers. You will gain skills in how to manage difficult or challenging customer service situations in Spanish, and coach you on how to handle a variety of customer service situations in Spanish (in person, via email)
Whether you're brand new to printmaking or an experienced relief printer looking to play, this hands-on course offers eight accessible, low-pressure workshops to create unique, personalized art. You’ll dive into relief printing, stamp-making, and mark-making—learning how to carve your own linoleum block, ink it up, and transfer your design onto paper. Bring along a few simple inspirational images you’d love to print, plus your apron, patience, and creativity! What You'll Learn & Create: Printmaking Essentials: Get comfortable with traditional carving tools, water-based inks, and transfer techniques. Design & Patterning: Experiment with repeat patterns, custom stamps, and original designs. Texture & Materials: Discover hands-on methods for layering unique textures and marks into your work. Finished Prints: Walk away with a portfolio of custom prints made in a fun, relaxed setting.
A parent & child culinary experience! Child ages: 6-17 Join us for a hands-on culinary experience that’s all about comfort food favorites! In this interactive class, students will learn how to prepare a creamy broccoli cheddar soup, bake soft and flavorful bread rolls, and finish on a sweet note with an apple muffin. Along the way, participants will practice essential kitchen skills, explore basic cooking techniques, and gain confidence in preparing a complete, satisfying meal. Perfect for beginners and home cooks alike, this class offers a fun, welcoming environment to cook, learn, and enjoy delicious results together! PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN APRON. CLOSED TOED SHOES REQUIRED
Learn to bring it to life with color and light. Over two days, you'll move from not knowing where to start to painting or drawing a still life with confidence! We'll cover composition, structure, and form: how to arrange objects, block in accurate proportions intuitively, and understand the underlying shapes that make any still life believable. We'll focus on color relationships and lighting, how light defines form, creates mood, and turns a technical drawing into a finished piece. Participants are encouraged to bring their own materials if they please. No prior experience needed.