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Education & Training

Distance Learning/Online Classes

Get a degree from your living room.

If attending classes on a regular basis during the day or evening is simply not possible with your busy schedule, we have the solution. Using our distance learning system, you can take classes virtually wherever you want.

Frequently Asked Questions

Distance Learning is any instructional opportunity that reaches beyond the college campus by technology.

Technology-based courses require access to the appropriate technology students who can function in an independent study environment.

Though all courses are supervised by SCC faculty, the online student is seldom required to attend formal class meetings. The electronically delivered online learning courses are ideal opportunities for the self-motivated, independent learner, and the learner who is working and does not have a consistent schedule.

Your online classes are taught through KCTCS using Blackboard. You must log into Blackboard using the same login name and password that you use to access your KCTCS email and PeopleSoft accounts.

If you have problems with Blackboard, please email SCCOnlineLearning@kctcs.edu.

Complete the following tasks before you start class and perform these tasks regularly. Many technical issues can be resolved by these tasks:

  • Disable the popup blocker
  • Enable JavaScript and Java
  • Enable cookies
  • Clear cache
  • Delete cookies

You can search for these features based on your chosen browser; however, Firefox is the recommended browser for optimal performance.

There may be issues in submitting assignments and tests if other browsers are used. If the above actions do not resolve the issue, you may contact the associated software Technical Support listed below:

Email is an integral part of the distance learning process. You are responsible for checking your student email regularly. Be aware that some online instructors will communicate with you through your campus email while others may require that all class-related communication take place within the Blackboard course site. It is your responsibility to use the communication method required by your professor.

More than 1,100 courses are available for dozens of programs leading to a wide variety of degrees, diplomas, and certificates. You can also transfer credits to other institutions.

For more information, contact SCC Online Learning Support at SCCOnlineLearning@kctcs.edu.