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Center for Computer & Professional Education:

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get college credit for Center for Computer & Professional Education classes?
No. Our classes are offered as non-credit UA classes.

How do I register for classes?
Please see our Registration pages:

• Computer Education
• Professional Development

Is parking paid for when taking classes? If so, where?
When you attend a UA Center for Computer & Professional Education class at Continuing Education & Academic Outreach, parking is free and will be validated for those parking in the Main Gate garage. The Main Gate Garage is located across 2nd street from our building. If this garage is full, you may also use the Tyndall Garage at 880 East 4th St. Visit our parking page for more information.

Can I use GI benefits for classes?
Yes, you can use GI Bill/VA benefits for our classes. Contact our office for more information and for assistance with the paperwork.

Can I get a student loan for technical certification programs?
UA Computer & Professional Education does not provide loans for technical certifications. However, we do have information for companies who do. Please contact us if you are interested.

Are ADA accommodations available?
Yes, we do provide accommodations for students with disabilities. However, the University of Arizona Disability Resource Center must first be contacted to arrange for these accommodations. The number where they can be reached is (Voice/TTY) 520-621-3268.

Do computer classes start at the beginning of each semester?
Classes are offered year-round. Our classes do not run concurrent with the semesters. Our online schedule is available 24 hours a day.

What other costs are not included when registering for classes?
Costs not included in the registration price are any software or hardware you would need for use along with the class.

Do you have classes during the evening or weekends?
Yes. We offer both evening and weekend classes. Many of our students are not able to attend weekday classes due to jobs or other responsibilities.

Can I get advice about technical certification programs and my career goals?
Yes. If you need advice in choosing a program of study that will suit you, we can help you by presenting your options and finding out a little about you.

Is there a cost to repeat a computer class that I attended?
Tuition includes textbooks, class materials, and the opportunity to audit the exact same class (same title, same software version) at no charge for one year, based on availability. Free parking is not available when auditing a course.

Is there a policy regarding class cancellations or transfers?
Yes. A full refund, less a $25 processing fee, is provided for cancellations that occur up to 10 business days prior to the class start date. There are NO refunds for cancellations occurring less than 10 business days before the class start date, for no-shows, or for rescheduling/transferring less than 10 business days prior to the originally scheduled class start date. Nonattendance does not constitute a cancellation. If CCPE cancels a class for any reason, 100% of the cost of the class will be refunded.

Are there discounts available?
Yes. UA employees (.50 FTE or more) receive a 20% discount.

There are also Group Discounts:

• 2 students enrolling together = 10% discount
• 3 students enrolling together = 15% discount
• 4 or more students enrolling together = 20% discount

Note: The 20% UA Discount is NOT available in conjunction with the Group Discount program.

What is the profile of a typical person taking your classes?
Generally, students taking classes in the UA Computer & Professional Education program are adults wanting to make a career change, wanting to better their skills for their current occupation, or wanting to further their education.

Will I be notified of the classes I register for?
Yes. A confirmation letter will be mailed/emailed to you. It will name the class(es) that you are enrolled in, their dates, times and locations and your balance due. It will also include our contact information if you find any discrepancies.

Can I review an outline for a specific class?
Yes. We can mail or E-mail you descriptions and outlines for the classes we offer. You can also view our class descriptions online by clicking on the Course Description link on our Course Information & Schedule pages:

• Computer Education
• Professional Development

Does each student have their own computer?
Yes. We do not allow more students than there are computers available.

What distinguishes the UA Computer & Professional Education Program from other training vendors?

• Our instructors are highly experienced and teach real world skills.
• Our facilities are modern and use the most current software available.
• We offer convenience in both our location and our registration process.
• Our instruction is applied education, allowing our students to return to their work and apply the skills and information they learn immediately.

Attendance, absences, and tardiness
Students are expected to participate and complete a minimum of 80% of the clock hours of instruction. Class begins at 8:30 am for daytime and 5:30 pm for evening classes. Students are expected to be prepared at the beginning class time. CCPE curricula is designed for working adults and embraces applied education principles. Student’s full participation is essential as applied education is intense technical training that does not permit tardiness or students leaving class before the ending time.