Educational Services

The College of Western Idaho (CWI) provides the following educational services:

  • Academic Transfer offers programs that are oriented toward transfer to four-year schools.
  • Career and Technical Education offers programs that are designed to prepare students for the workforce.
  • Adult Education offers developmental courses for those needing to improve their academic skills.
  • Dual Credit and Technical Dual Credit offers courses for high school students.
  • Workforce Development offers short-term training for skills development.

Academic Transfer

Academic Transfer at CWI prepares students to earn an associate degree or certificate and then, if they so choose, to transfer their credits to a baccalaureate institution. Academic Transfer programs are comprised of instruction in liberal arts and sciences to develop knowledge and skills in communication, humanities, mathematics, science, and social science. Degrees and certificates offered in Academic Transfer include the Associate of Arts (AA) degree, Associate of Science (AS) degree, Associate of Engineering (AE) degree, Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree, and Academic Certificate (AC).

Career and Technical Education

Career and Technical Education at CWI prepares students to earn an associate degree or certificate and provides training for a variety of occupations in CWI’s service area that require less than a four‐year degree. Degrees and certificates offered in Career and Technical Education include the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree, Advanced Technical Certificate (ATC), Intermediate Technical Certificate (ITC), Basic Technical Certificate (BTC), and Specialized Certificate (SC). Credits earned in these degrees and certificates may be transferable to a baccalaureate institution. CWI continually assesses the needs of its service region to ensure programs meet the training needs and skill requirements in demand.

Adult Education

The Adult Education program supports eligible adults and out-of-school youth ages 16 and older across our ten-county service area in developing the academic, language, and workforce skills needed for employment, career advancement, and postsecondary training. Programs are designed to help learners build practical skills that support economic mobility and long-term success in today’s workforce.

Adult Education provides in-person and online instruction at locations throughout southwest Idaho. Services include reading, writing, and math skills; GED® preparation; English Language Learning and Workplace English; digital skills; and integrated education and training opportunities aligned with high-demand careers and local workforce needs. Instruction emphasizes real-world application, employability skills, and pathways to work and further education.
Visit the Adult Education & GED Prep web page for eligibility, locations, and additional opportunities.

For more information about Adult Education, please call 208.562.2572 (Boise) or 208.562.2068 (Nampa).

Dual Credit

CWI recognizes the nationwide movement toward providing high school students the opportunity to earn college credit toward an undergraduate degree prior to high school graduation. CWI accepts high school students as one of its important constituent groups and considers Dual Credit programs to be a major part of its off-campus educational effort.

The Dual Credit program allows high school students to enroll in college classes for credit prior to high school graduation. College credits earned through Dual Credit may apply toward high school and college graduation. CWI provides high school students with the opportunity to earn college credit in qualified classes taken at the high school campus or on the CWI campuses and online. Through this program, Dual Credit students can accumulate college credits prior to entering college.

Credits earned through the Dual Credit program can be transferred to other Idaho colleges and universities. Colleges and universities outside the state of Idaho and private institutions within the state are not bound by the same credit transfer policy; therefore, it is the student’s responsibility to check other institution's transfer policies before registering for dual credit coursework. Consult our Strong Start Guide for more information about transfer and other FAQs about Dual Credit. 

Dual credit courses help high school students transition from high school to college more seamlessly. Students learn what it takes to be successful with college-level course work while still in their familiar high school surroundings. They also experience college advising and a closer connection with college representatives. When a student matriculates into a college system, they will have already acquired the confidence to be successful. In addition, dual credit courses enable high schools to offer students more options than are available in a regular high school curriculum. Dual Credit students also pay a reduced per-credit rate for dual credit course tuition, resulting in significant college tuition savings.

For more information, please speak with a high school counselor, visit the Dual Credit webpage, or contact:

Stephen Crumrine | Executive Director, Dual Credit
Phone: 208.562.3172 | Email: stephencrumrine@cwi.edu

Dual Credit 
Phone: 208.562.3371 | Email: dualcredit@cwi.edu

CTE Dual Credit

CTE Dual Credit (TDC) allows current high school students to earn college and high school credit in certain career-technical fields. Students learn technical skills that can lead to better-paying jobs, provide a head start toward a college degree, and open the door to exciting career opportunities.

Credits earned through the CTE Dual Credit program may transfer to other colleges and universities. Colleges and universities within and outside of the State of Idaho are not bound by the same credit transfer policy; therefore, it is the student’s responsibility to check institutional transfer policies before registering for CTE Dual Credit coursework.

For more information about earning college credit through CTE Dual Credit, ask your high school counselor or career-technical teacher, or contact a CWI Transition Coordinator:

Oster Hernandez | Senior Transition Coordinator
Phone: 208.562.2355 | Email: osterhernandez@cwi.edu

Workforce Development

Boost your knowledge, boost your potential. Workforce Development (WD) offers you the opportunity to quickly gain the skills needed to obtain employment and apprenticeship training, retain skills for new opportunities, and advance your career.

Take as many classes as you want in our short-term, credit-free offerings with no applications, no transcripts, and no hassle. Just sign up and watch your career take off.

Classes are held at a variety of locations throughout southwest Idaho and are taught by knowledgeable professionals with years of experience in their respective fields.

Healthcare and Emergency Services

  • Allied Health Professions
  • Assistance with Medications
  • Dietary Manager
  • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
  • Medical Coding and Billing
  • Nursing Assistant (CNA)
  • Pharmacy Technician
  • Phlebotomy

Trades, Manufacturing, and Construction

  • CET Exam Prep
  • Computer Drafting
  • Construction Site Erosion
  • Electrical Apprenticeship and Upgrade
  • Flagging for Traffic Control
  • HVAC Apprenticeship and Upgrade
  • Plumbing Apprenticeship and Upgrade
  • Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
  • Robotics
  • Welding

Technology and Business Solutions

  • Amazon Web Services (AWS)
  • Business and Finance
  • Computer Literacy and Keyboarding
  • Leadership, Management, and Supervision
  • Microsoft Office Series
  • QuickBooks Pro

For questions regarding Workforce Development programs, contact us at: Phone: 208.562.2700 | Email: wd@cwi.edu