Welcome to Division of Extended Learning

The Division of Extended Learning at Treasure Valley Community College is dedicated to providing educational opportunities for "non-traditional" students. Our classes encompassa wide variety of subject areas including: computers, arts & crafts, business management, electrical apprentice and much, much more.

In keeping with the Treasure Valley Community College mission of providing quality lifelong learning opportunities and responding to the needs and interests of our communities, the Division of Extended Learning (DEL) is comprised of the following departments:

TVCC BizCenter
The TVCC BizCenter provides confidential one-on-one counseling, affordable worshops, long-term programs, and a library of books, videos and SBA publications. Any potential or existing small business or individual within the Treasure Valley service area is eligible for professional counseling services free of charge. Ninety-five percent (95%) of all businesses in the service area are considered to be small businesses. BizCenter-sponsored classes and workshops typically are offered for a nominal fee.

Community Education
Treasure Valley Community College's Community Education program embraces the philosophy that education is a lifelong process. Using this framework, our vision encompasses providing quality, lifelong learning opportunities, addressing immediate and future community, business and individual needs, establishing low cost programs to encourage participation, and incorporating flexible and responsive scheduling to meet the unique lifestyles of our diverse student population.

Designed primarily for the adult population, but open to everyone 16 years or older, these classes are offered at various times, locations, and frequency throughout the year. Classes cover the complete spectrum of interests. Academic, cultural, business related, arts, crafts, physical fitness, health, parenting, technology, computers, Basic Office Skills & Computing, and personal growth and development classes are offered at flexible times, in both traditional and non-traditional settings.

Courses are usually designed in one to three hour class increments conducted over a specific period of time. Most courses will not be graded nor will the student receive formal college credit for taking these courses. College credit and/or professional continuing education credit can be obtained for specific courses, if the student desires such credit and the respective courses meet certain educational prerequisites. Community Education courses are offered at TVCC's main campus and other locations including Nyssa.

Scheduled classes and course offerings are announced in a quarterly brochure published approximately four weeks prior to the start date of a respective college quarter. Students can register for courses through the mail, by telephone using a credit card to secure payment, or in person at the Community Education Office, or Off-Campus Centers. For more information contact the Community Education Office at (541)881-5755.

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Distance Education
Treasure Valley Community College is committed to maintaining the latest technology and distance learning methods to insure that students are receiving highest quality learning experiences. Working in conjunction with the Distance Learning office, Telemedia Services provides for both the audio/visual needs of the campus and the technical systems that are necessary to connect with students who may be bound by distance, travel constraints, family, or work responsibilities. The Distance Education program serves the college and surrounding communities by providing:

Statewide televised access to other communities through the use of Data & Video Services.
Lower Division Transfer courses delivered either by videotape or online with computers. These courses can be delivered to students within the district, state, nation, or world.
Independent Study courses.

Please contact Treasure Valley Community College if you would like additional information regarding Distance Education services in your community. The Division of Extended Learning is always exploring ways the college can continue in delivering "on-site" or distance learning courses utilizing existing community facilities, instructors, and resources.