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 Pathway to Health Careers 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:
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.