Community and Non-Credit Instructional Programs

Adult Learning Center 

The Adult Learning Center at UNM–Los Alamos provides College and Career Readiness services to adults who wish to obtain their New Mexico High School Equivalency Credential (HSE), brush up on their basic literacy and math skills, improve their workplace skills,  learn English as a Second Language (ESL) or study for U.S. citizenship. Classes are offered in the areas of reading, writing, math, ESL, and citizenship. HSE instruction will prepare students to take either the GED or HiSet exam. Both tests lead to a New Mexico HSE credential. Students under the age of 18 must submit a completed Underage Permission Form to the Adult Learning Center prior to enrollment in classes. The form must be signed by a parent or guardian and by the superintendent of their local school district or home school operator. The Underage Permission Form is available at the following link: https://nmsua.edu/files/uploads/ged-upf- form.pdf  

 

Books, materials, and individualized tutoring services are free, and there is no charge or fee for classes. Contact 505 662-5919 or nramirezaponte@unm.edu for more information. 

Community Education

UNM–Los Alamos offers non-credit courses in a broad range of areas, including professional development, personal enrichment, and workforce training. Our offerings emphasize short term classes aligned with community needs and interests. Community education classes do not require enrollment in the University and are open to anyone wishing to attend. 

Personal Enrichment

These classes are designed for those wanting to learn a new skill, pursue an interest, or develop their passion. From simmer sauces to science fiction, Pilates to Plato, these courses are designed to engage, stimulate, and cultivate the mind, body, and spirit. Most offerings are short term. 

 

Classes are delivered in a variety of formats, including seminars, lectures, cultural field trips, hands-on, art-based workshops, and outdoor activities. Classes vary from semester to semester; please check the schedule and website for current offerings on the UNM Los Alamos website or contact the Community Education Office at (505) 662-5919. 

Enrichment Classes for Younger Students 

Community Education offers classes for younger students as part of the Summer Program for Youth. Students in the 1st- 12th grades take classes in subjects ranging from poetry to robotics, taught by professional educators, college faculty, and community experts. For more information about this program for younger students, contact the Community Education Office at (505) 662-5919 or the Office of Instruction at (505) 661-4693. 

Workforce Training and Professional Development 

Whether students are new to the job market, changing careers, or simply wanting to add to their repertoire of skills, workforce training and professional development courses can help them develop the skills they need. UNM–Los Alamos offers high quality classes and certificate programs, as well as specialized courses for professional development and workforce training, including computer training and paralegal training. In addition, the Small Business

Development Center offers training and counseling for new or developing businesses. 

Customized Training 

The Customized Training program at UNM–Los Alamos works with area businesses to design low-cost, specialized training that meets employers’ needs and fits work schedules. Using local, state, and national resources, UNM– Los Alamos can design, develop, and deliver classes and certificate programs for the unique training needs of businesses, nonprofits, or government agencies, on-site or on campus. Custom training is a cost-effective way to target and increase organizational effectiveness, and to enhance job skills and performance. The Custom Training program also offers training through the New Mexico State Workforce Training Initiative. For information please contact (505) 662-5919. CEUs are available for many courses. 

Small Business Development Center 

The UNM–Los Alamos Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is part of a national and statewide network that provides training and counseling services for small and start-up businesses. The UNM–Los Alamos SBDC offers a no-charge business assistance to any existing or aspiring small business in the community, including not-for-profits. Business counseling and most of the training classes occur off campus at the Los Alamos Small Business Center. The SBDC currently serves about 180-200 counseling clients each year. Typical areas of assistance include business start- up and registration, planning and business planning development, customer service, marketing, business financing, incorporation, proposal preparation, employee issues, business computing, record keeping, regulatory issues, quality management, productivity issues, and trade name searches. A student can register online at https://nmsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/signup. To schedule an appointment, call (505) 662-0346.