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Continuing education opportunities in the Roanoke Valley offer entry into a variety of fields. Below is a listing of some of the available programs.

Bedford County

Adult Basic Education (pre-GED) courses are offered on an open-enrollment basis at several sites throughout the county. A CNA class is offered that includes the classroom instruction and clinical experience necessary to prepare for the licensing exam. Other classes are offered based on community interest. For more information, call 586-3933. www.bedford.k12.va.us/bstc/

Craig County

Courses run September through June and include adult literacy programs, pre-GED and GED courses. For more information, call 864-5191.

Franklin County

Instruction is offered year-round. Literacy, GED, and English as a second language courses are available as well as adult high school. A variety of workforce skills for those needing skill development and for displaced workers are also offered. The Franklin County Workforce Consortium offers adult education classes through Virginia Western Community College, Patrick Henry Community College and Ferrum College. For more information, call 483-0179.

Hollins University

Horizon Program: Adult studies baccalaureate degree program designed for any woman who has been out of formal education for four or more years. Transfers from community colleges are welcome. All graduate programs are open to men and women. Undergraduate, master’s and Ph.D programs offered. Classes held at convenient hours for working adults. Call 362-6575 for more information about graduate studies and 362-6609 for information about the Horizon Program. www.hollins.edu/admissions/ungradadm/horizon/horizon.htm

Old Dominion University

ODU’s TELETECHNET operates sites on community college campuses throughout Virginia. Interactive courses are offered days, evenings, weekends and online. Bachelor’s degrees include: Engineering Technology, Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Professional Writing, Psychology, Nursing, Health Sciences, Human Services, Computer Science and Criminal Justice. Masters degrees include: Nursing, Community Health, Engineering Management, Occupation & Technical Studies, Special Education and Business Administration. Ph.D programs include Community College Leadership. For more information, call (800) 968-2638. http://dl.odu.edu

Roanoke City Schools

Day and night courses available. GED program offered for those who did not receive a high school diploma. Classes include: Computer Basics, Digital Photography, Spanish, English as a Second Language, Auto Body Repair, Refinishing Furniture. ESL classes are offered at the beginning, intermediate and advanced levels. For more information, call 853-2151. www.rcps.info

Roanoke County Schools

Courses run September through June. GED, English as a Second Language, Spanish, SAT preparatory and evening high school programs are offered. Courses include: Keyboarding, Computer Repair, Artistic Welding, Masonry, Ballroom Dance for Couples, Dog Obedience, Interior Design, Beginning Guitar, Budgeting and Debt Management, Retirement Investment Strategies, Auto Mechanics Maintenance and Ceramic Tile. For more information, call 857-5040. www.rcs.k12.va.us/adulted/home.shtml

Virginia Western Community College

Courses offered on credit and noncredit basis, including at off-campus locations. Certificate courses offered in short-term, technical skills; training and noncredit courses for personal enrichment. Courses offered days, evenings and weekends. For more information, call 857-VWCC. http://virginiawestern.edu