SAU Tech Community Education

Southern Arkansas University Tech's Community Education Classes allow participants to renew their skills or learn something new. Courses provide a wide range of educational and lifelong learning opportunities taught by experts from the community. Whether you want to learn how to create a floral arrangement or a web page, play guitar or build one, get in shape, or help your dog shape up, Community Education courses offer convenient times and locations throughout the community.

We now offer online short-term courses through Ed2Go. Select a class to start today!

Short-term online courses
Career Training Online Courses

New Community Education Classes

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ACT Workshop is on July 7, 2025 in TE 100 from 9:00am - 12:00pm. There is a $30 fee (free to the first 60 high school students that register).

This three-hour workshop is a practical hands-on instruction session developed by Chad Cargill. It is designed for students who need a few extra points on their ACT to win scholarships and students who are a few points away from qualifying to get into college. This workshop contains practical information on what will be on the test and how to master the techniques that will help increase your ACT score. The workshop is not a practice test.

For more information call (870) 574-4521 or email ce@sautech.edu

Women's Self Defense Class

  • Date: June 1
  • Time: 9 am - 2 pm
  • Cost: $25
  • Location: Tribe Gym & Martial Arts
  • Instructors: Geoff Trisollini and Tiffany Simmons

The instructors of this class are deeply committed to empowering each participant with the knowledge and skills necessary to defend themselves effectively. Every session is a journey of growth and empowerment in a supportive and encouraging environment. Participants will learn fundamental techniques, situational awareness and assertiveness, and practical strategies that can be applied in real-life scenarios.

Note: This class may be canceled if the minimum enrollment number is unmet. Your spot is not saved until payment is made.

Community Education Registration Form

Kidz College 

Kidz College will be held June 17-20. The cost of each camp is $60.

  1. Rocket Skills n' Drills
    • This basketball camp is open to boys and girls. Learn the foundations of shooting and proper steps, stance, and more.
      • 8 am - 12 pm
      • Ages 7 - 14
  2. Painting with a Rocket Twist
    • Students will explore and experience the joy of painting and using different techniques. Each student will get to choose from two different canvas drawings and will have the gratification of painting them from a variety of colors while listening to music that'll make you move during the movement of their very own creation. On the last day of Kidz College, each student will have the opportunity to take their creation home as a keepsake.
      • 1 pm - 5 pm
      • Ages 8 & Up
  3. Kids in the Kitchen (KIK)
    • KIK encourages young people to eat healthier meals and snacks as a result of hands-on cooking experiences. Youth participants learn to prepare simple, healthy foods they can make for themselves and their family members. Each lesson includes kid-friendly handouts such as recipes and tips for how to use kitchen equipment safely.
      • 8 am - 12 pm
      • Ages 10 - 12
  4. Entrepreneurship Y.O.U. Workshop
    • This fun and interactive workshop will give participants the chance to learn the basics of entrepreneurship and create a business plan while learning about age-appropriate financial literacy, marketing, and goal setting. Participants will learn how to apply some skills they've learned in school.
      • 1 pm - 5 pm
      • Ages 8 - 13

The KIDZ College Scholarship will be awarded to qualifying students on a first come, first serve basis. It will pay for one camp ONLY. To qualify, the student’s household:

  1. Must be receiving SNAP/TEA/Medicaid
  2. Must attend Camden Fairview, Hampton, Harmony Grove, or Bearden School District.

Kidz College Registration Form & Media Release/Waiver

If you’re interested in teaching a non-credit Community Education course in a subject that you are an expert in or have a course in mind that you would like us to consider offering, send us a proposal!

 Community Education Course Proposal Form
Community Education Registration Form

Cancelling & Refunds

Individuals are responsible for canceling their registration if they cannot attend. The registration fee will not be refunded for nonattendance. Cancellations received before the first day of class will receive a 100% refund. No refunds, in whole or in part, will be given on or after the first day of class.

Extenuating circumstances will be addressed on a case-by-case basis. To request a refund, please get in touch with Community Education at 870-574-4476 or email ce@sautech.edu.