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FAQs

  1. How do I register online? 
  2. I’ve forgotten my User Name and Password.
  3. Can you help me register online?
  4. Can I register in person?
  5. Minor Enrollment in Noncredit Courses
  6. I’m not sure what class to take. Can you help me?
  7. I can’t find the class (art, floral, jewelry, math, etc.) I'm looking for in the schedule?
  8. Where can I find my class schedule?
  9. How do I find out about noncredit Career Development Certificates?
  10. Are parking permits required to park on campus?
  11. How can I purchase a semester parking permit?
  12. Do I need a parking permit for college events on Friday night?
  13. How do I get my refund?

How do I register online?
Log on to myHancock using your username and password. For detailed instructions, view the How to Register video. College for Kids students must register in person in Bldg. S.

I’ve forgotten my User Name and Password.

Students will receive an email with their Student ID number starting with an H and their Student Username: Spike.Bulldog.   

Students can also send a text to 805-214-4655 with “HELP” or “AYUDA” and ask to receive your Student Username.  

Students can also come into our offices and either provide us with their Student ID number starting with an H or provide a Valid Identification to receive their username.  

Click on myHancock and select Find Username / Reset Password. 

To reset your password, you would input your username, and it will send you a one-time password (OTP) to your personal email. You also have the option, if it's set up in your account, to have OTP sent to your mobile Phone Number under “Alternative Option.”. Then follow the steps provided on the screen. 

Can you help me register online?

Yes, Community Education staff can assist you. Please visit the Community Ed office during opening hours. The staff can also assist with registration. Staff can help you log on to myHancock and help with the registration process.  

Call 1-805-922-6966 ext. 3209 or our Direct Line (805)- 347-7553. 

Can I register in person?
Students are encouraged to register online at any time; however, you can receive registration assistance in person at Community Education (bldg. S) from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday – Friday (hours are subject to change). College for Kids students must register in person in Bldg. S. 

Can minors enroll in Noncredit Courses?

Yes! Allan Hancock College welcomes students under the age of 18 to participate in noncredit courses under the following conditions:

  • Currently Enrolled in High School – Minors must complete the Special Admit/Concurrent Enrollment process, which includes signatures from a parent/guardian and the high school principal or designee. This requirement applies to both credit and noncredit courses.
  • High School Graduates Under 18 – Minors who have graduated from high school may enroll in noncredit courses without completing the concurrent enrollment process.
  • Students Age 18 or Older – No age-based restrictions apply.

These guidelines are based on California Education Code § 48800, § 78401, and California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office Legal Opinion 16-02.

I’m not sure what class to take. Can you help me?
Noncredit counselors can help you choose classes or develop a student educational plan.  Contact the office at 922-6966 ext. 3740 to set up an appointment. Walk-ins are available when a counselor is on duty. 

How do I look for classes that are offered in Community Education? 

To look up classes in Class Search 

  1. Select the term you want to view 
  2. Option 1: Browse by Course Subject.  

Option 2: On Search Criteria, look for “Credit or Community Ed Only.” You want to click on “Community Ed.” Then click "search"
This will show all the courses we offer. If you click on the course title, it will show you more information about the course. 

I can’t find the class I’m looking for in the schedule.

Approved noncredit categories list classes. See the find below to see where your class is located: 

  • Arts & Crafts – see Older Adults (OLDR) 
  • Basic Math – see Basic Skills (BASK) 
  • Business Skills Lab – see Vocational Ed (VOCE) 
  • Childcare Preparation- Early Childcare Studies (ECSN) or (ELDV) 
  • Citizenship Preparation- see Citizenship (CITZ) 
  • Computers & You – see Vocational Ed (VOCE) 
  • Cooking – see Home Economics (HOEC) 
  • English as a Second Language- see English Language Development (ELDN) 
  • Gardening & Landscaping - see Vocational Ed (VOCE) 
  • Jewelry Making & Repair - see Vocational Ed (OLDR) 
  • Needle Arts – see Home Economics (HOEC) 
  • Painting – see Older Adults (OLDR) 
  • GED Test Preparation – see Basic Skills (BASK) 
  • Reading, Writing & Math – see Basic Skills (BASK) 
  • Sewing/Quilting – see Home Economics (HOEC) 
  • Stress Management – see Health & Safety (HEAL) 
  • Tax Preparation (Only Offered in the Spring Semester) - see Vocational Ed (VOCE) 

Where can I find my class schedule?

myHancock: How to Find your Class Schedule 

  1. Log on to myHancock 
  2. Click on the box “Class Registration & Schedule” > Click Schedule/Fees/Deadlines > Select the Term the Submit. 

How do I find out about noncredit Career Development Certificates?
Contact a noncredit counselor in Bldg. S, Community Education, 922-6966, ext. 3740. Walk-ins are available when a counselor is on duty. 

Are parking permits required to park on campus?
Parking permits are required when classes are in session for all vehicles parked on the Santa Maria campus, South Campus, and at the Lompoc Valley Center between the hours of 8 a.m. and 10 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday. Students and visitors may park in white-lined stalls only.   

How can I purchase a semester parking permit?
Refer to Parking Permits for information on how to obtain one. For additional parking information, please see the Parking Regulations page. Daily permits can be purchased on campus for $2. Parking meters are located throughout the campus. 

Do I need a parking permit for college events on Friday night?
Parking permits are not required after 4 p.m. on Fridays. Permits are not required for weekend events/classes. 

How do I get my refund?
If you drop a fee-based class before the first class meeting, you are entitled to a refund. To obtain a refund, you must submit a Refund Request Form to Community Education. Go to the Refunds & Cancellations page to review the policy and to access the form.