Study from anywhere with our fully online course options. Courses are delivered through our learning platform with live and recorded sessions, assignments, and instructor support, so you can fit your studies around work and family responsibilities. Our college offers a variety of online learning options, and the format can differ by program.
100% Online - VESL Online
CANVAS
Access lessons, submit assignments, and track your progress through our user-friendly learning management system (LMS).
LIVE ZOOM CLASS
Interactive Zoom sessions for online students, providing opportunities to practice, connect, and build confidence.
24/7 ACCESS
Study at your own pace with course materials available 24/7 from any device.
STUDENT SUPPORT
Faculty respond within 24 hours, Canvas orientation for all new students, Zoom expectations guidance, In-person troubleshooting available at office
100% Online - IT, Business Administaration, Techical Business & English
CANVAS
Access lessons, submit assignments, and track your progress through our user-friendly learning management system (LMS).
24/7 ACCESS
Study at your own pace with course materials available 24/7 from any device.
STUDENT SUPPORT
Faculty respond within 24 hours, Canvas orientation for all new students, In-person troubleshooting available at office
Hybrid (Online + In-Person) - Dental Lab Tech, Culinary Arts, Cosmetology, & Massage Therapy
CANVAS
Access lessons, submit assignments, and track your progress through our user-friendly learning management system (LMS).
In-Person Classes
Vocational students should attend in-person classes to be trained.
Online Learning Standards
- All programs and classes offered online follow federal and state regulations, with safeguards in place to verify student identity through secure logins, proctoring, or other technologies.
- Faculty remain engaged with students and respond within 24 hours. Communication is conducted primarily through email. To ensure student success, online courses are designed with clear objectives, updated learning materials, and reliable technology.
- Students are responsible for protecting their login information, while faculty and staff monitor progress and uphold academic integrity.
- Students learn how to use Canvas when they first log in to their new accounts. Online VESL students receive orientation on Zoom expectations and a Canvas booklet for guidance.
- Additional training and support are available for all students, with in-person troubleshooting offered at the office. Learn More at Distance Learning policies.
- At Columbia College, online learning delivers the same quality of instruction as in-person classes.
Questions about Online Learning
Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM