In today’s rapidly evolving world, the value of continuing education has never been greater. Whether you’re a seasoned professional looking to sharpen your skills, an aspiring leader aiming to stay competitive, or someone passionate about lifelong learning, ongoing education opens doors to personal and professional growth. It equips you with the latest knowledge, fosters adaptability, and empowers you to navigate change with confidence. In an era where industries are transforming at lightning speed, investing in your education is not just a choice—it’s a necessity for staying ahead and thriving in your career and life.

University of Hawaii Maui College has many options in their Career and Development Courses. There are courses that can lead to a degree, if you choose to take that path, or just as a continuing education class to upskill your current abilities. Either way, you’ll find a class that could lead to a promotion or a completely new career.

Business owners can also take a look at the course catalog and offer to pay for classes for employees.

Courses for a New Career:

Nurse Assistant
A great beginning for those interested in a career in healthcare. Prepares nurse assistants to care for acute, semi-acute, or convalescent clients in hospital, long-term care, or home settings and to work under the supervision of a registered or practical nurse. Preparation for national certification, too.

Cybersecurity
The Certificate of Competence (CO) in Cybersecurity is designed to prepare students for the entry level positions in the field of cybersecurity support and analysis. This certificate consists of four courses – ICS 101 (covers office and Internet technologies), ICS 169 (introduction to information security), ICS 184 (introduction to computer networks) and ICS 171 (introduction to computer security). Graduates of this certificate will be ready to sit for the industry-standard certifications from CompTIA – Network+ and Security+.

Basic Carpentry Skills
Learn the proper use and maintenance of carpentry hand and power tools. Practice selecting and using construction materials and fastening systems.

Introduction to Computer Programming
Yes, you can code! And you’ll learn the basics of creating programs through innovative design strategies. You’ll understand control structure and object-oriented programming through exciting tech paths like P – Python, C – C/C++, D – Animation/Java, M – Mobile, R – Robotics, G – Games, S – C#.

Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism
Get a comprehensive view of the travel industry. You’ll discover the links between hotel, food, transportation, recreation, and other tourism-related industries.

Courses for a Promotion:

Quickbooks in Accounting
Do you love crunching the numbers? In this class, you’ll learn a “hands-on” approach to computerized accounting using QuickBooks® to set up and maintain records.

Food Innovation
The Maui Food Innovation Center connects and elevates Maui’s value- added food producers with technical expertise, innovative training, education and a Research & Development kitchen. Check out upcoming classes.

Introduction to Microsoft Windows
Learn how to comfortably move around in Windows and become familiar with Windows terminology. Learn to use the task bar, create shortcuts, manage the desktop, work with multiple windows and more. Learn how to find and manage documents, use online help, and clean house with the recycle bin.

Computers for Beginners
Never used a computer before? Feel like computer terms are written in a foreign language? This course is for you. Become fluent in basic computer-speak, demystifying the jargon, and learning computing terms.

Word Processing Fundamentals learn your way around a keyboard as you execute basic operations: creating, editing, formatting, saving, retrieving and printing!

How can a spreadsheet help me? What sets a spreadsheet apart from a word processing or database management program? You will learn the answers to these questions while mastering the basic functions and applications of spreadsheet programs.

 List of Classes

 How to Register Online

To register for continuing education classes go to: maui.hawaii.edu/apply

Early registration is highly recommended. Class sizes are limited and registering in advance assures your place in high demand classes. A course not meeting its minimum enrollment may cancel within 3 days prior to its start date. The Office of Continuing Education reserves the right to change class locations, schedules, fees and instructors when necessary.