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Community Education
Grow Curious—Keep Learning!
Try something new! Or take something you already love to a new level. At OCC, you can find affordable and fun classes for lifelong learning. You’ll work with expert instructors and meet neighbors from across Oakland County.
Follow That Spark
Learning brings joy and confidence. These non-credit courses are open doors for you to enrich your life and the lives of those around you.
Stove & Table
Unleash your inner chef or bring your hosting game up a notch with hands-on classes for every skill level in our state-of-the-art culinary facility.
Cooking Classes
Craft & Know-How
“Threading the needle” means one thing in the sewing room and another on third down. Learn the skills of hand, mind and socializing that enrich your life.
Enrichment Classes
Safety & Licensure
Real life has moments where preparation and in-person practice make all the difference. Earn the licensure or certification you need to stay sharp.
Safety Classes
Especially for Youth & Families
If there are younger humans in your orbit, consider one of these courses. Some are designed for the whole family, while others are geared to children or teens. When we say lifelong learning, we mean it.
Camps & ClassesSeniors Receive a 20% Discount
If you are 60 years of age or better, you qualify for a 20% discount on all in-person Community Education classes. Simply enter the code OCC60 at registration. Date of birth is required during registration and will be verified to confirm eligibility. Participants who apply the discount code without meeting the age requirement will be invoiced for the remaining course balance.
The discount does not apply to personal development courses offered through Ed2Go.
What Students Are Saying
"Educational evening filled with great, insightful information and tons of laughs. Definitely recommend!" Culinary-Charcuterie Course
"Halie and Mara work well with each covered their main skills with Grantwriting that made it easier to learn and understand. I came in knowing a little but now I am confident in what I’ve been taught." Grantwriting Course
"Clear direct instructions that immediately puts you at ease in a way that you cannot find in a standard CPL class." CPL Course
From Our Instructors
"The workshop was engaging and high energy, resulting in rave reviews.
And very importantly, the parking garage was close, well-lit, and busy so I felt safe going to my car after (even better that it was free).
This was a first time visit to the OCC campus for both myself and Stephanie, and we were both very impressed and happy that the experience as successful for us, the attendees, and OCC."
Elizabeth Ann Atkins, Two Sisters Writing & Publishing
"I am truly excited to be teaching the Fundamentals of Sewing for Beginners course and to share my passion for sewing with the students. It brings me great joy to help others build confidence, spark creativity, and develop practical skills they can continue to use and enjoy."
Denise Watson, Sewd Fashion Studio
Learn Career Skills Online
Learn the skills you need for a new role or to take industry certification exams in a range of fields. Open enrollment and effective instruction keep you in the growth lane.Explore OCC’s Ed2Go catalog
What would you like to learn? Let us know!
We love to learn, too. Tell us what you'd love to see offered at OCC for lifelong learning.
Contact Information
We're here to help.
If you need help, our Program Coordinators are ready to assist you with your questions.
Office of Community Education
27055 Orchard Lake Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (248) 522-3548 or (248) 522-3464