Student Resources

North Orange Continuing Education (NOCE) offers a wide-ranging suite of student support services designed to help learners succeed academically, professionally, and personally. These include counseling, academic tutoring, the ARISE Lab, a Career Skills and Resource Lab, Disability Support Services, ESL assistance, and access to essentials like a food pantry, clothing closet, and scholarships. Through personalized advising, skill-building workshops, and essential resources, NOCE empowers students to plan their educational journey, overcome challenges, and advance toward their goals

Academic Counseling

Academic counselors help students get the most out of their education. 

  • Educational planning
  • Support with transition to college and career
  • Goal setting
  • Referral to NOCE or community resources

In-person, virtual, or phone appointments are available at (714) 808-4682 or noce.edu/counseling.

Academic Tutoring and Learning Centers

Tutoring in all academic subject areas; small group and one-on-one support; in-person and online tutoring. NOCE offers free academic tutoring through the Basic Skills Learning Center at Anaheim and Cypress. Students can visit for in-person support or schedule a session online.
For hours and details, visit noce.edu/tutoring.

ARISE Lab

Academics, Relationships, Independence, Self-advocacy, Emotional-health (ARISE) is a lab for educational support and wellness for neurodiverse learners. Open to all NOCE students. Visit noce.edu/arise.

Aspire Attire Lounge

Do you have an upcoming interview? Are you starting a new job and need an upgraded professional look? NOCE can help!
NOCE students can make an appointment at the Aspire Attire Lounge at the Anaheim Campus to select a career-ready outfit to prepare them for the workplace.  

  • Get professional clothes
  • Get workplace-ready
  • Free for any NOCE students
  • Clothing such as shirts, blouses, blazers, suits, pants, and skirts are available in various sizes for men and women. In addition, a limited number of accessories are also available, including shoes, briefcases/work bags, scarves, and jewelry.  

To schedule an appointment for the NOCE Aspire Attire Lounge, contact the Career Skills and Resource Lab:

CTE Book Loan Program

Career Technical Education (CTE) students can checkout books to utilize throughout the semester. Books will be loaned on a first-come, first-served basis. Contact the CTE Program anytime in the semester to inquire about the book loan process.
Contact (714) 808-4815 or careers@noce.edu.

ESL Student Support Centers

ESL Program students can get technology support, tutoring, and more at the ESL Learning Centers online or on campus.
For hours and instructor information, visit noce.edu/ESL/LC.

Food Pantry

NOCE provides students with non-perishable food, fresh produce, and resource information at the Anaheim Campus Food Pantry, with weekly food distribution. Appointments are required. Additional pantries also available at Cypress College and Fullerton College. Visit noce.edu/foodpantry.

Grads to Be

Services for undocumented students include assistance with legal aid, mental health resources, and guidance for transitioning to college.
More info at noce.edu/grads2be.

LGBTQIA+ Resources

At NOCE, we are committed to creating safe and inclusive environments for all students, including those who are LGBTQIA+.  For more details and resources, visit noce.edu/lgbtq.

Rising Scholars Program

This program provides support to our formerly incarcerated and justice-impacted students through education. Our purpose is to foster a network of support for students as they transition into the college environment and to build strong pathways for the achievement of their academic and career goals.
More info at noce.edu/rising-scholars.

Student E-mail 

All students enrolled in a non-credit course are automatically setup with an email account.
NOCE students have an e-mail to use for:

  • Getting all school updates and news
  • Logging into loaner laptops
  • Communicating with teachers
  • Connecting to campus WiFi
  • Accessing computer labs
  • and more...

Visit noce.edu/student-email.

Student Technology Support Services

Student Technology Support Service (STSS) provides technical assistance to students for laptop loan program, hotspot, student e-mails, and campus WiFi. Devices are available only to students who are enrolled in an online or hybrid class and have a recent Student Educational Plan (SEP).
For more info call (714) 808-4706, email StudentTechSupport@noce.edu or visit noce.edu/tech-support.

Student Wellness Resources

NOCE supports students on their journey to enhance their wellbeing through mental health resource assistance. Visit noce.edu/wellness for more information including support, workshops, and resources.

Transition to College

Develop a plan and seek resources to successfully transfer to college or university.
Visit noce.edu/acct.