Gadsden State’s Continuing Education Department is committed to linking College and community resources to provide quality enrichment programs to people of all ages. Through the Continuing Education Department, fee-based workshops, classes, community service activities and continuing education courses are offered. Offerings are designed for people who want to learn for personal and professional growth but aren’t necessarily interested in earning academic credit or pursuing a college degree. Programs are provided for traditional and non-traditional students and can be targeted to individuals in business, government, professional organizations and social services.
The Continuing Education Department consists of two major divisions: Professional Development and Community Education. Examples of courses provided through the Professional Development Division include nursing seminars, air conditioning and refrigeration instruction and CPR. The Community Education Division includes a large variety of classes aimed at personal development, interest and leisure courses. Programs are provided for youth, adults and seniors through seminars, workshops and short courses. Satellite conferences and special events are also presented through the Continuing Education Department. Courses appear online and in the schedule of traditional Gadsden State classes each semester.
Check out the available courses:
Gadsden State Community College is now enrolling students in upcoming driver’s education courses through its Continuing Education and Corporate Training Division.
Designed to equip new drivers with essential knowledge and hands-on experience, classes will be held on select Saturdays beginning April 26.
Class size is limited to nine students. Students must attend all four sessions to receive credit from instructor Greg Hall. Classes will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Bevill Center Lecture Hall on the East Broad campus. Session dates are scheduled for April 26, May 3, May 10 and May 24. The four-session course is $210 per person.
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Gadsden State Community College is now enrolling students in upcoming driver’s education courses through its Continuing Education and Corporate Training Division.
Designed to equip new drivers with essential knowledge and hands-on experience, classes will be held on select Saturdays beginning June 9.
Class size is limited to nine students. Students must attend all four sessions to receive credit from instructor Greg Hall.
Session dates are scheduled for June 9, June 10, June 11, and June 12. Classes will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Ayers Campus in Anniston Room 112A
The four-session course is $210 per person.
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Gadsden State Community College is now enrolling students in upcoming driver’s education courses through its Continuing Education and Corporate Training Division.
Designed to equip new drivers with essential knowledge and hands-on experience, classes will be held on select Saturdays beginning June 23.
Class size is limited to nine students. Students must attend all four sessions to receive credit from instructor Greg Hall.
Session dates are scheduled for June 23, June 24, June 25, and June 26. Classes will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Cherokee Campus room 142.
The four-session course is $210 per person.
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Gadsden State Community College is now enrolling students in upcoming driver’s education courses through its Continuing Education and Corporate Training Division.
Designed to equip new drivers with essential knowledge and hands-on experience, classes will be held on select Saturdays beginning July 7.
Class size is limited to nine students. Students must attend all four sessions to receive credit from instructor Greg Hall.
Session dates are scheduled for July 7, July 8, July 9, and July 10. Classes will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Bevill Center Lecture Hall on the East Broad campus.
The four-session course is $210 per person.
Click HERE to register.
Gadsden State Community College is now enrolling students in upcoming driver’s education courses through its Continuing Education and Corporate Training Division.
Designed to equip new drivers with essential knowledge and hands-on experience, classes will be held on select Saturdays beginning July 14
Class size is limited to nine students. Students must attend all four sessions to receive credit from instructor Greg Hall.
Session dates are scheduled for July 14, July 15, July 16, and July 17. Classes will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the the Ayers campus in Anniston room 112A.
The four-session course is $210 per person.
Click HERE to register.
ACT Prep Course will be held on May 17, 2025 from 9am until Noon at the Wallace Drive campus of Gadsden State at Naylor Hall room 206. This course covers all four key sections of the ACT: Math, Science, English, and Reading. Through targeted instruction and practice, you'll develop the skills and strategies needed to excel on the test. In addition to classroom instruction, you'll received comprehensive ACT materials designed to support your study efforts beyond the course to help you continue your preparation at home, ensuring you're fully equipped to achieve your best score.
Fee for the class is $99, seating is limited.
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ACT Prep Course will be held on June 27, 2025 from Noon until 3:00pm at the Wallace Drive campus of Gadsden State at Naylor Hall room 206. This course covers all four key sections of the ACT: Math, Science, English, and Reading. Through targeted instruction and practice, you'll develop the skills and strategies needed to excel on the test. In addition to classroom instruction, you'll received comprehensive ACT materials designed to support your study efforts beyond the course to help you continue your preparation at home, ensuring you're fully equipped to achieve your best score.
Fee for the class is $99, seating is limited.
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Gadsden State Cherokee Campus room 130
May 9, 2025 from 8:30am until 11:30am
Maximum seats 25
Cost $75
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Gadsden Wallace Drive Campus Helderman Hall room 100
May 16, 2025 from 9:00am until 12:00pm
Seating limited to 25
$75 per student
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Gadsden State will be holding its Critical Care prep course at the Wallace Drive campus in Helderman Hall room 100. Class will be held each Wednesday over the summer semester. The first day of class is June 4, 2025 until August 6, 2025 (10 weeks). The class will start each day at 8:30am and each portion will be taught by GSCC staff and various subject matter experts. The students will receive 80 hours of CEU's for completing this program. This will help prepare you for sitting the IBSC CCP-C and FP-C testing. This class will consist of classroom, lab, cadaver lab, and clinical hours. The cost is $500 per student.
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| Course | In-Person Class | Skills with Instructor |
|---|---|---|
| BLS for Healthcare Provider (CPR) | $75 | $45 |
| Heartsaver / AED CPR | $75 | $45 |
| First Aid | $75 | $45 |
| Heartsaver First Aid CPR/AED | $120 | $55 |
| ACLS | N/A | $55 |
| PALS | N/A | $55 |
All costs are per student
Online Courses
| BLS for Healthcare Provider (CPR) | https://shopcpr.heart.org/courses/bls |
| Heartsaver / AED CPR | https://shopcpr.heart.org/courses/heartsaver-cpr-aed |
| First Aid | https://shopcpr.heart.org/courses/heartsaver-first-aid |
| Heartsaver First Aid CPR/AED | https://shopcpr.heart.org/courses/heartsaver-first-aid-cpr-aed |
| ACLS | https://shopcpr.heart.org/courses/acls |
| PALS | https://shopcpr.heart.org/courses/pals |
Costs vary for online courses
Other classes for you, your community, group or organization are available upon request. For more information, contact Dana Cordell at 256-549-8652 or dcordell@gadsdenstate.edu.
CPR Course: March 15, 2025 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | $75 per student
Wallace Drive Campus | Helderman Hall | Room 100
Dana Cordell
Continuing Education and Corporate Training Manager
256-549-8652 | dcordell@gadsdenstate.edu
Department Policies
It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees and Gadsden State Community College, a postsecondary institution under its control, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, gender, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, be excluded from participation, denied benefits, or subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. (In ACCS Board OF Trustees Policies 601.02 – 4.13.16 and 800.00 – 5.10.17) Updated: 2.15.2018
Refund Policy- A student who withdraws before the start of a class will receive a 100% refund. Students must contact the GSCC Continuing Education and Corporate Training Managers’ Office prior to the first day of class at 256-549-8652 or dcordell@gadsdenstate.edu to officially withdraw from a course. Gadsden State does not give cash refunds. Refunds are mailed from the Business Office or refunded to the card used for payment. A student who withdraws after the class begins will not be issued a refund. Failure to attend a class does not constitute withdrawal. Participant substitutions into later courses may be made with at least a 24-hour notice prior to the course start date.
In case of inclement weather, classes may be postponed. snow, ice or power failure may force building or campus closings. For weather-related closing and postponements, please refer to radio, television, and watch for website announcements. If in doubt, err on the side of your personal safety and do not attempt to attend if you cannot travel safely to the campus.
Questions and concerns regarding accommodations and services for students with disabilities should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at lcatoe@gadsdenstate.edu or 256-549-8462.