BUSINESS & INDUSTRY, CONTRACT TRAINING, ADVANCED PLACEMENT, SUMMER INSTITUTE, EDUCATION ENCORE, & PeERSONAL ENRICHMENT
Lara Herter
Call: 850.873.3583 or
email: lherter@gulfcoast.edu
Student Union West building, Room 334
HEALTHCARE, CPR, SHRM, & ONLINE TRAINING
Sherrie Lock
Call: 850.872.3819 or
email: slock@gulfcoast.edu
Student Union West building, Room 335
PUBLIC SAFETY
Greg May
Call: 850.913.3297 or
email: gmay@gulfcoast.edu
Build Your Skills for a Better Future!
Advance Your Career. Enrich Your Life. Empower the Workforce.
At Gulf Coast State College Continuing Education, we deliver high-quality, flexible training programs designed to meet the evolving needs of today’s workforce and lifelong learners. Whether you're looking to gain in-demand skills, earn a professional certification, explore a new hobby, or upskill your team, our programs are built to support your goals.
We proudly serve Bay County and the surrounding communities, offering relevant and responsive training in key areas such as:
- Workforce Development & Customized Training – Tailored programs for local businesses and industries
- Professional Development & Business Education – Courses to advance your career and leadership skills
- Healthcare Certifications, CEUs & CPR Training – In-demand credentials for medical professionals and first responders
- Online Learning – Flexible, self-paced, and instructor-led courses available 24/7
- SHRM Certification Prep – HR-focused training aligned with national standards
- Public Safety – Equivalency of Training, Security Officer, and Gun Safety
- Personal Enrichment, Language & Education Encore – Fun, engaging classes for lifelong learners
We are committed to supporting learners at every stage—from students and job seekers to working professionals and retirees.