Activate Your Potential

About the Program

Seminole State Commits is an extension of Seminole State College’s service to our community. The program offers job readiness, workforce training and continuing education courses to assist residents of Seminole County further their education, gain employment, advance their career and /or improve English language skills.

Courses and workshops are offered in locations throughout Seminole County making accessibility easy.

Program Eligibility

Assisting unemployed, underemployed and underserved populations

18 years of age or older
Resident of Seminole County

Other restrictions may apply

Program Perks

No Cost Tuition
No Cost Fees
No Cost Books
No Cost Loaner laptops

“I was so excited when this offer came to my city community. The fact that I didn’t have to pay anything was a blessing.”

Stephanie,'23 Goldsboro Program Graduate

“This class has boosted my confidence. It is truly helping me to manage work that I must do on the computer for my job. ”

Cheryl, ‘23 Goldsboro Program Graduate

Courses & Workshops

Seminole State Commits courses and workshops are offered at throughout the semester at various locations. Registration is done on a first come basis and attendance must be confirmed on the first day of class.

Check back soon for additional course offerings!

Business Communication Course

Effective communication is the key to success! This 4-week course is designed to equip you with essential skills, strategies and techniques to excel in today's business world. Topics include: interpersonal communication, conflict resolution, writing techniques and digital communication. Registration is required.

Format: In person
Class Dates: March 27, April 3, 10 & 17
Day/Time: Thursday 6-8:30 pm
Location: Seminole State College, Lee Campus at Oviedo
2505 Lockwood Blvd., Oviedo , FL 32765

Intro to Culinary

This 8-week course combines engaging hands-on kitchen lab exercises with basic culinary skills and fundamental food preparation instruction. Upon completion participants will earn the ServSafe® Industry Certification.

Class dates will be scheduled soon! To be notified when registration opens, submit the interest form.

Format: In person
Class Dates: TBD
Tentative Day/Time: Tuesday 5:30-8:00 pm
Location: Pathways to New Hope-500 S. Holly Ave., Sanford, FL 32771

ESOL: Get a Better Job Workshop Series

This four session workshop series geared toward non-native English speakers will focus on skills to help you get a better job. Special emphasis is placed on differences between job searching in the U.S. versus other countries. Upon completing the series, participants will:

Have a finalized resume
Have a finalized cover letter
Understand interview do's & don'ts

Registration is required.

Dates	Day	Time	Location
April 2, 9, 16 & 23	Wednesday	5-7 p.m.	CareerSource Central Florida-Sanford
April 19, 26, May 3 & 10	Saturday	10 a.m.-noon	Casselberry Library-Central Branch

GED Skills Lab

This open enrollment lab is for individuals interested in earning a GED. The skills lab offers individualized tutoring and support in all subject areas to help prepare students to enter our GED Prep program in the Summer 2025 or future terms. Current GED students wanting additional support are welcome to attend! Registration is required.

Format: In person
Class Dates: Now-April 29
Day: Tuesday
Time: 6:15-8:45 pm
Location: Westside Community Center-919 S. Persimmon Ave., Sanford, FL 32771

Get a Better Job Workshop Workshop Series

Give your career a boost! This four session workshop series will focus on skills to help you get a better job. Upon completing the series, participants will:

Have a finalized resume
Have a finalized cover letter
Understand interview do's & don'ts

Format: In person
Class Dates: March 8, 15, 22 & 29
Day: Saturday
Time: 11 a.m-1 pm
Location: Altamonte Springs Library- 281 Maitland Ave., Altamonte Springs, FL 32701

WordPress Workshop

This two half-day workshop teaches you how to create stunning websites, manage content, and optimize for SEO. Hands-on sessions ensure you leave with practical experience and a fully functional site.

Workshops will be scheduled February-April at various times, days and locations. To be notified when registration opens, submit the interest form.

Contact

Aurora Ascension Irizarry
ascensiona@seminolestate.edu
407.708.2577 (call/text)
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