EOA & VRE Frequently Asked Questions

Basic Information About the Education for Older Adults & Vocational Re-Entry Programs

The School of Continuing Education’s Education for Older Adults (EOA) and Vocational Re-Entry (VRE) programs offer classes that allow you to gain a new skill or build on an existing one, from home gardening to computer skills and brain health. Below are some of the more common questions we receive about the program.

 

  • What is the Education for Older Adults (EOA) Program?
    The Education for Older Adults Program provides noncredit instruction as a part of the Mt. San Antonio School of Continuing Education. The Education for Older Adults Program began in 1982 with just a few classes. Over the past four decades the program has grown to serve thousands of students at over 30 off-campus locations and online. 
  • Where is the EOA/VRE office located?
    The administrative office of the Education for Older Adults Program and Vocational Re-Entry programs is located on the Mt. SAC campus in Building 40, Room 138. Classes are held both on- and off-campus throughout the community, and online.
  • Where can I take classes?

    Classes are offered at Mt. SAC, in the surrounding community, and online.

    Course Modality refers to how a class is delivered by the instructor. 

    Face-to-Face Learning takes place at a physical location at specific days/times.

    Synchronous Learning is online learning that happens in real time. This means that you, your classmates, and your instructor interact in a Zoom call through Canvas at a specific time.

    Asynchronous Learning is online learning that happens both in real time and on your schedule. All asynchronous classes have a weekly live video call. In addition to the video call, you are responsible for doing some work independently. You will be required to read, watch videos, participate in online discussion forums, or complete assignments outside of the scheduled video call time. You have the ability to access and satisfy these requirements within a flexible time frame.

  • Who takes EOA and VRE classes?

    EOA and VRE classes are designed to meet the educational needs of older adults age 55+; however, students of all ages can take these classes.

  • Who teaches the EOA and VRE classes?

    There are over 40 faculty members in the Education for Older Adults and Vocational Re-Entry programs. To ensure the best quality of education, all instructors are highly qualified and meet the minimum qualifications required by Title 5 of California Education Code.  Due to their academic specialization, many faculty have backgrounds in gerontology.

  • When do classes begin?

    Classes are offered in four regular terms a year:

    • Fall (August through December)
    • Winter (January through February)
    • Spring (February through June)
    • Summer (June through mid-August)

    Specific start dates for each term can be found on individual class pages, which you can access from the EOA/VRE landing page.

  • Where can I get a schedule?

    Class schedules are available free of charge at the College. Class schedules for each term can be found on individual class pages, which you can access from the EOA/VRE landing page.

  • Where can I send a suggestion for a new class?

    Please mail or e-mail your suggestions to the EOA office:
    1100 North Grand Ave., Walnut, CA 91789
    eoa@mtsac.edu

  • If I enroll in a class, does this make me a college student?

    Yes, you are an official college student by enrolling in any Education for Older Adults and/or Vocational Re-Entry class.

  • How can I donate to the Education for Older Adults (EOA) Program? 

    Your tax deductible contributions to the Education for Older Adults Program Fund, sponsored by the Mt. San Antonio College Foundation, contribute to the growth and expansion of EOA. For more information on how to donate funds or goods, please call The Foundation Office at (909) 274-4215.

  • What should I do if I have a question about EOA/VRE or the class schedule that is not answered here?

    We’re here to help! Contact the office at 909-274-4192 or send us an email at eoa@mtsac.edu. We can answer any questions you may have.