Course Information
New students must first enroll in the school online before registering for classes.
Please note that while new enrollment is currently open and being accepted, accounts will not be created until August 28th.
After completing online enrollment, there is a required 24-hour hold before class registration can begin.
Once the hold has passed, students may register for classes using the Course Request Form through PowerSchool.
Fall semester registration will open on August 31 and will remain open through September 11.
All registrations must be completed online through PowerSchool. Paper forms are no longer accepted. Students must complete their registration online before they can attend classes. If you need help with online registration, you may visit one of our locations during the designated days and times listed below. Brand new students are strongly encouraged to go in-person for all activities to get oriented to the program.
All unpaid balances must be paid in full prior to completing registration.
Please note that each class requires a minimum number of enrolled students. Classes with fewer than seven students may be canceled, combined, or moved to another location.
For in-person help with registration, please reference the designated days and times listed below per location.
| School | Registration Days | Registration Times | Location |
| Abbott Tech | (M,T,W,TH) | 5:00-7:00 p.m. | 21 Hayestown Ave., Danbury, CT 06811 |
| Bristol TEC | (M,T,W,TH) | 5:00-7:00 p.m. | 431 Minor St., Bristol, CT 06010 |
| Bullard-Havens Tech | (M,T,W,TH) | 5:00-7:30 p.m. | 500 Palisade Ave., Bridgeport, CT 06610 |
| Kaynor Tech | (M,T,W,TH) | 5:00-8:00 p.m. | 43 Tompkins St, Waterbury, CT 06708 |
| Norwich Tech | (M,T,TH) | 4:00-7:00 p.m. | 7 Mahan Dr., Norwich, CT 06360 |
| Prince Tech | (M,T,W,TH) | 5:00-7:00 p.m. | 401 Flatbush Ave., Hartford, CT 06106 |
| Whitney Tech | (M,T,W,TH) | 5:00-8:30 p.m. | 100 Fairview Ave., Hamden, CT 06514 |
If you are a registered apprentice with a valid state apprentice ID card listing your current employer and are taking a state apprentice program class:
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- Tuition: $325 per in-person course; $345 for online course*
- Non-refundable Registration and Technology Fee: $50
If you are a registered apprentice taking a course outside of your state apprentice program or are not a registered apprentice:
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- Tuition: $350 in-person course; $370 for online course*
- Non-refundable Registration and Technology Fee: $50
Certified bank checks or money orders are accepted. No personal checks, cash or credit cards will be accepted. Please make certified bank check or money orders payable to: Treasurer, State of Connecticut. Credit cards, debit cards, and electronic payment options such as Apple Pay are not accepted at this time. An invoice may be printed during registration, and a receipt will be provided once payment is received.
*A $20 Tech Tutor fee applies to online classes. The Tech Tutor provides onboarding for new students and emergency technology support during classes.
Students who wish to transfer credits from another program must submit an official transcript, a course syllabus, and documentation of theory hours.
All transfer credit materials should be sent to the Adult Education Supervisors for review and approval.
Apprenticeship Credit Review Process
The CTECS Comparative Analysis Committee meets once per semester to evaluate submissions for credit award requests. To ensure a smooth and timely evaluation, please follow the submission guidelines below.
How to Submit Your Request
All physical documentation must be dropped off at one of our seven CTECS Adult Learning centers located across the state.
- Find a Location: For a complete list of sites and contact information, please visit the CTECS Main Adult Education Contact Information.
- Important Note: Submitting incomplete documentation will delay your evaluation process.
Submission Checklist
To ensure an accurate review, please verify that your packet includes the following five items:
- Apprenticeship Classification: Clearly state the trade for which you are requesting credit (e.g., P-2, S-2, E-2, etc.).
- Official Transcripts: Include original transcripts for all relevant coursework.
- Course Outlines & Syllabi: Provide detailed documentation for every course being reviewed.
- Total Theory Hours: Document the total number of in-seat theory hours (Note: Lab hours are not eligible for credit).
- CODES/Instructional Materials: Series of Building Codes the courses were taught to (i.e. NEC, IPC, etc.…)
2026-27 Fall Adult Education Courses
The 2026-27 Fall semester will commence on September 21 and classes will run for 12 weeks. Transcripts from this semester are expected to be available the week of January 4th.
As a state agency, we observe all state holidays, which places our expected last week of classes during the week of December 21st.
Observed State Holidays this Semester (no classes):
- Labor Day: September 7th
(Closed for in-person registration assistance) - Columbus Day: October 12th
- Veterans Day: November 11th
- Thanksgiving Day: November 26th
Please note: This schedule is subject to change in the event of inclement weather or other unexpected school closures. All closures will be communicated through ParentSquare.
If you are completing your Related-Instruction hours for your license this semester, please contact the Adult Education Office at your CTECS Adult Ed “Home” School by November 30th.
Courses are generally required to have a minimum of 9 students per class. If a class does not meet this requirement, it may be subject to cancellation.
Students who are not payment-complaint by the due date will be dropped and will not be able to participate in coursework.
Course Descriptions
In-Person: In-person courses take place on campus, with students and instructors meeting face-to-face in a physical classroom.
Hybrid: Hybrid courses combine in-person and online learning.
Asynchronous: Asynchronous courses are fully online and do not require students to be online at the same time.
