Honolulu Community College Expands Workforce Training with Spring 2026 Courses
Honolulu Community College is launching a new series of non-credit courses this spring, aimed at bolstering Hawaiʻi’s workforce and providing pathways to further education. The Continuing Education Department’s offerings, beginning in April 2026, will focus on trades, fashion, safety and other in-demand skills.
The courses are designed to support both lifelong learning and career advancement, with a particular emphasis on bridging the gap between non-credit training and credit-bearing academic programs. According to Honolulu CC, the spring semester’s curriculum reflects a commitment to “responsive, industry-centered education,” aligning training with current workforce needs.
A key component of the new offerings is a Welding Fundamentals course, which begins on , and will be held on Thursdays and Fridays from to through . The course is specifically designed to prepare students for entry into Honolulu CC’s credit welding program and the Welding 152 course. Hands-on instruction will cover oxyacetylene and arc welding, equipment operation, safety protocols, and fabrication fundamentals.
Welding is identified as a “critical workforce priority” across Hawaiʻi’s construction, manufacturing, and infrastructure sectors. The program aims to provide foundational skills for those exploring welding as a career, as well as opportunities for professional development and preparation for credit coursework. Registration for the Welding Fundamentals course closes on .
Interested participants can register online at https://www.honolulu.hawaii.edu/academics/continuing-education/welding/.
Beyond welding, Honolulu CC’s Continuing Education Department will also offer recertification courses in electrical and plumbing, designed to help licensed professionals maintain their state-required credentials and advance their careers. The college stated that courses are open to the public and are scheduled primarily during evenings and weekends to accommodate working learners.
The launch of these courses comes as Honolulu Community College continues to prioritize workforce development and accessible educational opportunities for the Hawaiʻi community. The college’s commitment to aligning short-term training with academic programs and industry demand aims to create clearer pathways for individuals seeking to upskill or reskill for new career opportunities.
Further information regarding the full range of spring 2026 course offerings can be found using the Course Finder at https://sites.google.com/hcc.edu/hcc-registration-bulletin/home/spring-2026-course-offerings. The 2025-2026 catalog is also available at https://www.honolulu.hawaii.edu/downloads/web/academic-programs/catalog-2025-2026.pdf.
