Free Classes
Music
Oct 21 - Dec 09 | W | 17:30 - 20:30
This section of Hawaiian Music Performance provides an inclusive environment for community members and non-students to develop instrumental and vocal performance skills with Hawaiian repertoire. The eight-week course covers fundamental basic music theory, individual and group performance, and is open to performers and aspiring performers of all levels. The session concludes with a group performance.
Oct 22 - Dec 10 | R | 17:30 - 20:30
College Chorus provides an inclusive environment for community members and non-students to develop choral singing skills. The eight-week course covers fundamental vocal techniques, basic music theory, and ensemble performance, and is open to singers of all levels. The session concludes with a group performance.
Carpentry
TRAD6929 - Free Basic Carpentry
Sept 14 - 07 | M-F | 8:00 - 16:30
Sept 21 - 25 | M-F | 8:00 - 16:30
Sept 28 - Oct 02 | M-F | 8:00 - 16:30
Oct 05 - 09 | M-F | 8:00 - 16:30
Oct 12 - 16 | M-F | 8:00 - 16:30
Oct 19 - 23 | M-F | 8:00 - 16:30
Oct 26 - 30 | M-F | 8:00 - 16:30
Learn to build a hale pāpaʻi, 8' X 12' storage shed. Also learn framing, roffing siding, painting and more... This course is developed specifically for community members who are interested in volunteering for Habitat for Humanity in their future projects in rebuilding of Lahaina homes. In this 5-day training, students will learn Basic Carpentry, Basic Electrical and Basic Plumbing.
TRAD6000 - Carpenter Pre-Apprenticeship
Jun 15 - Aug 07 | M-F | 7:30 - 16:30
This 8-week, intensive, hands-on pre-apprenticeship program serves as a direct pathway to becoming a registered apprentice with the Hawaii Carpenters Apprenticeship Program. Training will start with instruction in carpentry fundamentals and basic tool use, construction math, basic print reading, metal framing, concrete formwork and drywall, and culminate with a 2-week paid internship at an active construction site. Upon successful completion of this pre-apprenticeship program, students will be granted direct entry to any one of the three registered apprenticeship programs administered by the Hawaii Carpenters Apprenticeship & Training Fund (HCATF).
The pre-apprenticeship program is divided into two parts:
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Part 1: 6-week Related-Trade Instruction (Jun 15 - Jul 24)
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Part 2: 2-week Internship (Jul 27 - Aug 7)
Painter
TBA
Monday: Introduction to Painting Tools & Surface Preparation Proper use of basic hand tools: putty knife, caulking gun, brushes, rollers (6”/9”) Introduction to spray pump and spray gun Surface preparation: putty application and caulking (8 hours) Cleaning and maintaining tools
Tuesday: Surface Inspection & Priming Checking surfaces for caulking shrinkage and putty application Masking windows, floors, and other surfaces Priming surfaces using brushes, rollers, and spray pumps (8 hours)
Wednesday: Painting Techniques & Application Applying primer and paint to designated surfaces (8 hours) Hands-on practice with brushes, rollers, and spray pumps
Thursday: Detail Work & Trim Painting Painting trims around windows, corners, and door entryways (8 hours)
Friday: Final Inspection, Touch-Ups & Cleanup Reviewing painted areas for full coverage and making touch-ups Maintenance of spray pumps and spray guns Cleaning work areas, demasking windows and floors Course Objectives:
Explore Sustainability
Are you passionate about creating a more sustainable future for Hawai‘i and beyond?
Whether you’re interested in earning your Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree or simply want to learn what sustainability is all about, experience hands-on, practical learning that explores how the environment, economy, development, culture, and community are all interconnected.
We’re excited to announce that in Spring 2026, the following SSM courses will be offered with tuition assistance:
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SSM 101 – Sustainability in a Changing World
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SSM 201 – Sustainable Building Design
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SSM 202 –Sustainable Island Communities
These courses explore real-world sustainability challenges and solutions—from renewable energy and waste reduction to community resilience and policy innovation.
Take your first step toward a sustainable future—learn, engage, and be part of the change!
Blueprint Reading
This class introduces the fundamental principles of pictorial and architectural drawing and blueprint reading. Focuses on the use of mechanical drawing instruments and freehand sketching to make shop drawings and develop interpretation and visualization techniques as they refer to detailed artistic renderings and construction drawings, and concepts essential to related fields of carpentry, architecture, engineering, and graphic arts.
Electrical Technology Journey Worker Electrician
TRAD8910 Journey Worker Electrician Program
Jan 20 - Dec 02 | TW | 17:30-20:30
The Journey Worker Electrician program provides participants with the academic coursework required by Hawaii Revised Statute HRS 448E for journey worker electrical apprentices. The journey worker program is scheduled Jan-Dec and scheduled conveniently in the evenings for working participants. Participants gain foundational skills in electrical safety, as well as applied math, AC/DC theory, motors and motor control, NEC, and transformers. Program includes Winter Holiday, Spring, and Summer Breaks TBA. This program fulfills Requirements of HRS 448E, 80 hour maintenance electrician and 240 hour electrical journey worker academic coursework requirements. Class size is limited.
In order to be eligible to sit for the EJ licensing exam with DCCA, participants must submit proof of completion of their academic coursework, along with at least 1 year (2,000 hours) of work experience for the maintenance electrician license and 5 years (10,000 hours) of work experience for the journey worker license. Participants will gain foundational skills in electrical safety as well as the required subjects in AC/DC theory, motors and motor control, NEC, and transformers. Upon successful completion of program students will be given a Certificate for submission to the DCCA.
Early Childhood Education
Join our Early Childhood Education Program as a degree or certificate seeking ECED major this fall. You can receive FREE tuition and textbooks for all of your required courses in Fall 2025 & Spring 2026!
We may offer free childcare during evening in-person classes for kids 3+. Indicate your interest in the application!
Hoapili Teacher Pathways Program
Fashion Incubator Series
This dynamic program offers an immersive experience in both industrial sewing and fashion product development. Participants will gain hands-on expertise in operating and maintaining industrial sewing machines and steam irons, and mastering essential sewing techniques. Delve into the intricacies of mass production with a focus on efficient fabric layout, cutting, and garment construction. Explore the journey from fashion concept to market-ready product, including target market analysis, strategic sales planning, and optimizing manufacturing processes. Additionally, uncover the complexities of clothing production through sourcing, sampling, and logistics, while completing a production tech pack. This comprehensive training provides a robust foundation for a thriving career in the fashion and garment industries.
Nursing
Interested in applying to the CNA to PN Bridge program? With support from SB 119 and ACT 74, UHMC is excited to be able to offer tuition assistance for students needing to complete pre-requisite courses to apply to the PN program or proposed BSN Program. To be eligible for this assistance, you must meet the following requirements:
1. UH Maui College is your home campus OR
2. If your home campus is not UHMC, only prerequisite courses taken through UH Maui College are eligible for funding.
Medical Assisting Program
This Medical Assisting program is designed for the working health professional to become a certified Medical Assistant and improve their skills and critical thinking in the clinical setting. The text will be Pearson's Comprehensive Medical Assisting, 5th edition, quizzes will be done asynchronously and online. In addition to the didactic training, 720 hours of clinical experience is required to qualify for the certification exam. Applicants will need to be employed in the clinical setting as a patient care or nursing assistant throughout the program.
Intro to Aquaponics & Aquaculture Workshop
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Learn the basics of aquaponics and hydroponics in this *FREE* training including water quality, types of systems, fish care, plant selection, and system components for backyard systems and farm operations. Participants will learn gain hands-on experience in this workshop for aquaponics and hydroponics production systems to produce food for home or small-scale commercial use with instructor Dr. Javier Mollinedo.