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Credit vs. Non-Credit Courses

Choosing How & Why You Learn

New students often have questions about unfamiliar terms in program descriptions. One common example: “Non-credit” might sound like the course doesn’t count — but that’s not what it means.

Both credit and non-credit courses teach you things that count for your future:

  • Credit = counts toward a degree for your future career
  • Non-credit = counts toward a new skill for a very-soon career

Whether you’re working towards a degree or need specific skills to land a better job, we’ll help you start your journey in the right place.

You’re Looking for...an Academic Degree

Credit courses are:

  • Academic: Your credit hours reflect the time you spend in class and on homework.
  • Universal: Credits are a standard way to measure learning in every college and university.
  • Transferable: Apply your IHCC credits to a bachelor’s degree at a four-year school.
  • Lasting: Tuition costs are an investment in a degree you’ll have forever.

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You’re Looking for...Specialized Training

Non-credit courses are:

  • Skills-Focused: Your classes are hands-on training for a job-specific certificate, license, or credential.
  • Immediate: Every course is designed to teach you what you need to know to get a job in today’s market.
  • Convenient: You’ll learn the job skills that employers require in the shortest time possible.
  • Affordable: You pay for only what you need to learn for an immediate job qualification.

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Your Future Starts Here

Need more answers about choosing the best courses for your future? The IHCC admissions team has the expertise you need.

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