MISSION STATEMENT

Working with compassion, integrity, and in a spirit of excellence, OCET provides lifelong opportunities for professional development and personal growth in our local and global community.

The Office of Continuing Education & Training (OCET) is the community-based, non-credit unit of Hawaiʻi Community College and presently offers a wide-range of training in Workforce and Professional Development, Cultural and Personal Enrichment, Youth Summer Programs, High School Summer Exploration. These classes are offered to the public on-site, online, and can be customized to for individual businesses.

OCET also oversees the Intensive English Program, the Apprenticeship Program and the federally-funded Rural Development Project (RDP) grant which focuses on addressing the ever-changing workplace demands for appropriately educated and work-ready employees.

Summer Youth Academy

Summer Career Exploration

Agriculture

• Edible and Medicinal Mushroom Cultivation
• Fermenting Vegetables for Preservation and Health

Workforce Training

• Paralegal Certificate Cours
• Forklift Safety Training
• Security Guard Training
• Financial Education & Counselor Training
• Personal Trainer Certification

Early Childhood Education (PACE)

• Hilo: ED 105 Early Childhood Education: A Professional Overview
• Kona: ED 110 Developmentally Appropriate Practice

Mixed Plate

• Recreational Thrill Craft Safety & Ocean Safety Educational Courses
• Hot Hula fitness
• Capoeira
• Maximize Your Money with Coupons

Computer Training

• Computers for First Time Users
• Computer Basics
• Microsoft Office Word and Excel

Contact Information:
Office of Continuing Education & Training
Office: Manono Campus, Bldg. 379A-3

Hawaii Community College
200 W. Kawili St.
Hilo, Hawaii 96720

Phone: (808) 934-2700
Fax: (808) 934-2701
E-mail: ocethawc@hawaii.edu