Continuing Education Admissions Steps
What is Continuing Education?
Continuing Education at Texas Southmost College (TSC) provides flexible, non-credit courses designed to promote lifelong learning and professional development. Many of these courses can be completed in just a few days or weeks and are ideal for individuals who need to maintain professional licensure or explore new hobbies. Whether you’re seeking recertification to advance at work or simply pursuing a personal passion, TSC is here to support your continued growth.
Visit the TSC Workforce Training and Continuing Education website and follow the steps to choose and apply for your program. After applying, a WTCE team member will follow up with you to guide you through the next steps:
We’re committed to helping you invest in your future with the right support and resources.
In-Person Support
Walk-ins are always welcome-no appointments is necessary!
Location:
ITECC (International Technology, Education, and Commerce Center)
301 Mexico Blvd., Brownsville, TX 78520
Hours of Operation:
- Open Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Industrial Programs: Typically, no documents are required unless you’re applying for financial assistance.
Age: Most programs require participants to be 18 or older. For the Police Academy, you must be at least 20.5 years old.
Healthcare & Criminal Justice Programs: You may need to provide documentation such as immunization records, background checks, or other compliance forms.
While federal financial aid (FAFSA) may not apply to non-credit workforce programs, TSC offers scholarships to help cover tuition for qualifying students.
General scholarship eligibility includes:
- Must be eligible to work in the U.S.
- Must demonstrate financial need by providing one of the following:
- Proof of public assistance (e.g., TANF, SNAP, Medicaid, etc.)
- Proof of unemployment
- Proof of income below the self-sufficient wage for your county (e.g. $14.59/hour for Cameron County)
- Must be reskilling or upskilling for employment. Must agree to participate in career seeking activities, such as:
- Resume writing
- Mock interviews
- Job fair