Art & Music
Studies show Involvement in the arts helps young people gain in math, reading, cognitive ability, critical thinking and verbal skills; but, there are many more benefits for adults. Improve your concentration, confidence and teamwork. Build a culture of creativity, drive innovation in the workplace and enjoy the many forms of beauty revealed in the arts.
Art
Drawing for the Absolute Beginner
Gain a solid foundation in drawing and become the artist you've always dreamed you could be!
Mastering Your Digital SLR Camera
Take your photography to a new level with your digital SLR camera by learning how to master lenses, apertures, shutter speed, exposure settings and more.
To Register For A Class
- Select your course
- Provide full name, physical address, phone number, email, DOB
- Pay and receive confirmation of enrollment
It's that easy to be on the path to learning what you want, when you want! Placement exams are rarely required. No residency requirements.
Hirotsune Tashima has an MFA from Alfred University, NY and BFA from Osaka University of Art. He has been teaching as the Head of the Ceramics Department at Pima College since 1999.
The credential you earn from Pima stacks up toward advanced certifications and degrees at Pima. Through our Prior Learning Assessment program, you can earn up to a semester’s worth of college credit, depending on your course of study at Pima. And if you already have an industry credential, it can convert into even more college credit at Pima.
Online Noncredit Courses and Degree Options
Personal Interest Short Courses
Partnering with Education to Go offers the opportunity for you to attend convenient and affordable ways to learn about hundreds of topics. 96% of our learners register for additional noncredit classes after attending one of our courses!
We offer:
- Instructor facilitation or (many self-paced if you prefer)
- Online discussion areas
- 6 Weeks of instruction
Ready to explore more? Check out our options and register today.
Career Education
In partnership with ed2go, we offer online open enrollment programs designed to provide the skills necessary to acquire professional level positions for many in-demand occupations.
Our programs are designed by a team of professionals from each respective field, providing you with effective web-based learning programs. Instructors/mentors are actively involved in your online learning experience, responding to any questions or concerns, as well as encouraging and motivating you to succeed.
Learn more and visit our page.
Degrees & Certificates
Pima's credit degrees and certificates will prepare you for a rewarding career—whether you're looking to start a career, want to upgrade your skills in your current career, or are planning to transfer to a university to complete your bachelor's degree.
Visit our Degrees & Certificates page to learn more about what Pima offers for you.
Audit Credit Courses
Most courses are available for students interested in learning without earning credits. Noncredit registration in our credit classes begins three weeks prior to the first day of class.
Step 1: Search our credit schedule of classes.
Step 2: Select your section and call us at 520-206-4737 to complete your registration.
Course Refunds
To learn more about Pima Continuing Education refund policy, visit our Information & Services page.