Fall 2025

Registration Tutorials

Below you will find some tips and tutorials to help you sign up for one of our Emeritus classes. We understand that navigating the online system can be challenging, so we've created these resources to help make the process smoother.

First things first:

You will need a class number.

To view all Emeritus classes go to the Fall Schedule (on this site)

For additonal help, contact the SDCCE Welcome Center.

If you struggle with registering for classes even after exploring these resources, you can go to: sdcce.edu and select "Welcome Center."

You will be assisted by a staff member

Getting Started: Some Registration Tips

Sometimes you might see a lot of different terms thrown around: permission numbers, access codes, class numbers, CRN numbers, registration, and enrollment. But what do all these different terms mean, and how do we know when to use what number?

Permission Numbers and Access Codes

When enrolling in a class with a waitlist, or if you are enrolling after the first day of classes have begun, you will need a "permission code" to register. Sometimes you may also see this referred to as an "access code." Permission codes and access codes are the same thing. They are different from the "class number." You will need to request one from the instructor in order to register after the start of classes or for a waitlisted class. Each student will need a separate permission number/access code from the instructor to register.

Class Numbers and CRN Numbers

Class numbers are different from permission numbers. Class numbers are sometimes referred to as CRN numbers. These are specific to each class, and they are what you will enter to indicate what class you would like to register for. In the example to the right, the class number/CRN number is 75031.

Registration and Enrollment

Registration and enrollment are also terms that are used interchangeably. Both terms mean that you are signing up for a class!

Registration for Returning Students

Please note that some of the tutorials below refer to previous semesters, but the process remains the same. Simply choose your current semester rather than "spring 2025" when you get to that step in the registration process.

Waitlists:

When enrolling, some classes may fill up. In these cases, you will be offered the option of joining a wait list. Look for the yellow triangle with "Wait list" next to it. You then need to click in the box to put yourself on the waitlist. Then continue in the process. You can find more detailed instructions about waitlists below.

Registration/Class Enrollment tutorial for returning students

Enroll for Spring 2025 (returning student).pdf

Enroll for Fall 2024 with permission number (returning student).pdf

Enrolling with a permission number

If you were on a waitlist, you may be sent a permission number (AKA access code) when the semester begins. At this point, you can enroll using this permission number. To the left is a document outlining the steps to do this.

Here are some additonal tutorials created by SDCCD that you might find useful:

Dropping a class

Waitlisting a class

Searching for a class in myportal.sdccd.edu

How to use CCC Apply (for new students and students who have not taken classes since Fall 2022)

Update your personal information on the portal

Registration for Brand New Students

Steps for the enrollment process:

If brand new,you will have to set up an account with CCCApply, which will provide a gateway into any of the California community college districts.

To do this, go to sdcce.edu and click on the icon for Apply. If you do not want to do this by yourself, click on "help online" or "campus near you" to find addresses of campuses.

After completing the process (above), you will return to the same spot (sdcce.edu>Apply) and Sign in. You will then create an account with SDCCD.

Below are more detailed instructions about creating your account with CCCApply.

CCC Apply

If you are a brand new student, you will need to register with a system called CCC Apply before being able to register for classes. You can find instructions below. To the right, you can also find some more detailed instructions if you are having trouble.

CE Application Job Aid 3.pdf

How to use CCCApply:

If you are brand new (or have not taken a class since Fall 2022), you will have to register with the new system, CCCApply. To do so:

Go to sdcce.edu and select "Apply online".

You will be setting up an OpenCCC account, which can then be used to enroll in any California State Community College.
Verify that you are legitimate by entering a phone number or email address. A code will be sent. Fill this in. and select "verify".
Enter contact information as requested.
For password, make sure and SAVE IT!
NEW: After you have begun to apply, you will be asked to verify your account with ID.me. This will take you away from the site to set it up. When you have completed this process, you will be sent back to your application. There is an option to decline this, but will require a trip to the college in person.
On the My Applications page, select "Start a new Application"
On the Welcome page, complete the term, educational goal and intended major or program (Emeritus). Click continue.
On the Profile page, fill in any previous names and mailing address (select the same as the Permanent address as signed in previously). Click continue
On the Education page, complete questions on education.
On Needs and Interests page, complete the questions.
On Demographic information, complete the questions (voluntary)
Submission (review, click on consent, under Submit check the two boxes, then click "submit my application").
Make sure and save (print) your confirmation. Click "Continue."
Answer the survey questions.
Check your email for further instructions. It may take up to 2 hours.

Below are screenshots which are part of this process

New: You will be asked to verify your identity with ID.me.

To complete the ID.me application, you generally need the following:

Personal Information:
- Full legal name
- Email address
- Phone number
Government-issued ID:
- A valid government-issued ID such as a driver’s license, passport, or state-issued ID. It needs to show your name and date of birth.
Proof of Address (if needed):
- A document such as a utility bill, lease agreement, or bank statement with your name and current address.
Selfie Verification:
- You may need to take a selfie using your smartphone or webcam. This is a security measure to verify that you are the person in your ID photos.
Additional Verification (if needed):
- In some cases, ID.me may ask for more documents or proof of your identity if the initial submission does not match or requires further verification.

You have an option to decline, but you will have to return in person to a campus to verify your identity.

Here are some additonal tutorials created by SDCCD that you might find useful:

Dropping a class

Waitlisting a class

Searching for a class in myportal.sdccd.edu

How to use CCC Apply (for new students and students who have not taken classes since Fall 2022)

Update your personal information on the portal

For Additional Help

If you are having trouble registering, you should email or call the campus where the class is taught. If you are not sure what campus a class is taught at, you can call any of the campuses below for help. Here are some of the email addresses and phone numbers for SDCCE:

Educational Cultural Complex (ECC): SDCCEECC@sdccd.edu -- 619-388-4956

Cesar Chavez Campus: SDCCECesarChavez@sdccd.edu -- 619-388-1910

North City Campus: SDCCENorthCity@sdccd.edu -- 619-388-1800

West City Campus: SDCCEWestCity@sdccd.edu -- 619-388-1873

Mid City Campus: SDCCEMidCity@sdccd.edu -- 619-388-4500

CE Mesa: SDCCEMesa@sdccd.edu -- 619-388-1950

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