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Introducing a tailored academic journey exclusively designed for
TDCJ employees. Seize the opportunity to benefit from in-district tuition rates
regardless of your location and the most affordable college credit costs in the
state.
- TDCJ employees will be designated as in-district
student, regardless of their physical location and as such will enjoy the
benefits of the lowest pay rate for college credits that Coastal Bend College
offers. Currently, in-district tuition is set at $75 per credit hour.
(employment will be verified by Coastal Bend College each semester)
- TDCJ employees in credit bearing courses will benefit
from all services that Coastal Bend College offers, such as college
advising, library services, tutoring, transfer assistance and more.
Convert your life experience to college credit!
TDCJ employees qualify for up to 14 college credit
hours after one year of employment. (Converting Life experience to college
credit for TDCJ employees will cost a one-time flat fee of $75)
Continuing Education
A
Continuing Education (CE) certificate program consists of workforce knowledge
and skills identified in the same manner as those in credit programs. All CE
certificate programs must be listed in the college’s approved inventory of
programs and must be transcripted.
- TDCJ employees attending a regional training
academy will receive CE hours and CE awards at no cost. A one-page registration
form will be provided upon starting any TDCJ training.
- TDCJ employees who successfully complete the
following trainings will receive an Occupational Skills Award (an award listed
upon the student’s transcript and the first level of degrees and awards
colleges can offer);
For course information and requirements, contact the Continuing Education Department.