Choosing Your Tri-C Application Type

Tri-C Access Centers

For students taking courses at a Tri-C Access Center (i.e., Esperanza, MetroHealth, Olivet Housing and Community Development Corp., CMHA or University Settlement).

Degree Programs and Certificates

For students enrolling in credit-bearing courses that lead to a career or prepare them for transfer to a four-year school. This includes programs like Automotive Technology, Nursing, Hospitality, Creative Arts, Information Technology and more. For a full list of credit certificates and degree programs, visit mikeshiner.com/programs. 

Visiting/Transient

For students that currently attend another college or university and plan on taking Tri-C courses to transfer back to their home institution. 

College Credit Plus

For students in grades 7-12 and attend an Ohio middle/high school or homeschool. College Credit Plus students earn college credit and high school credit at the same time.

Joint Apprenticeship Training Center (JATC)

For students approved to participate in a registered apprenticeship training program overseen by the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training. For more information, visit the Skilled Construction Trades page.

Program 60

For Ohio residents age 60 and older registering to audit credit (and certain noncredit) courses on a tuition-free basis.

Workforce Training and Professional Development

For students enrolling in credit or noncredit training to gain skills that lead directly to employment or advancement. This includes programs like the Truck Driving Academy, STNA coursework, Real Estate, Project Management and more. For a full list of Fast Track and Professional Development training, visit mikeshiner.com/programs. Use the "sort by program type" feature to narrow your search. 

Community Programming for Adults/Encore 55+ Learning

For students enrolling in noncredit classes or courses. This includes photography and culinary courses, Women in Transition, Encore 55+ Learning and more. 

Community Programming for Youth

For students enrolling in summer camps and youth academies.