Delta’s noncredit programs are designed to eliminate barriers and open doors. Whether you're starting over, starting fresh, or starting something new, our free, zero-unit classes help you build skills, earn certificates, and prepare for work or college, without the pressure of grades, GPAs, or tuition.
Career Skills, Tuition Free
Noncredit classes are tuition-free, carry no academic credit, and don’t affect your GPA. They’re designed to be low-risk, high-impact opportunities to move forward at your own pace. You can repeat courses as needed and focus on skill-building without worrying about letter grades.
- TIP: In many cases, noncredit classes also use zero-cost textbooks or materials. However, this may vary; some classes may require students to purchase a textbook or specific supplies. Check course details before enrolling.
Opening Doors to Opportunity
We offer a variety of Certificate of Completion and Certificate of Competency programs that support workforce entry, career change, and academic preparation.
Most recently, in Fall 2025, we launched noncredit English as a Second Language courses, including a new program. There are no residency requirements and no financial aid is needed.
That’s Just the Beginning
Other Delta career pathways are now available as noncredit, including:
- or technicians
- ESL Certificates of Competency
Noncredit Programs Pay Off
Students who enroll in short-term, job-focused programs through noncredit community college programs see modest but meaningful earnings gains, and are more likely to have a job after training, according to a study published in November 2025 by Educational Evaluation and Policy Analysis, a peer-reviewed journal of the American Educational Research Association.