Since 1972, the colleges of the DCCCD have offered distance learning courses and programs. Over the years, these programs have evolved to embrace emerging technologies and expanded to meet increasing student demand. About 14,000 students enroll in distance education courses in the colleges of the DCCCD each year.

Making distance learning options convenient and accessible to students is part of the college mission. In a rapidly changing local, national and world community, the college is committed to delivering flexible, accessible, affordable and quality-driven education.

Distance learning is a collaborative effort of all seven of the DCCCD colleges, each accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The program draws its strength from its faculty and the breadth of courses - from technical to baccalaureate-transfer classes - offered by the college. Faculty members teach distance learning courses through the R. Jan LeCroy Center and through the college location. Faculty ensures the continued success of distance learning courses by facilitating vigorous student interaction via multiple technologies.