In this course, participants will learn about early intervention strategies, instructional flexibility, differentiated instruction, and instructor support while at the same time coming to a better understanding about how to meet the needs of non-traditional students in order to implement better systems and pedagogical techniques to help them succeed and graduate in college. Participants will explore intervention strategies such as providing early remediation to reduce students anxieties, fears, and chances of dropping out. The course will also cover how instructors can deliver the necessary skills that can get non-traditional students into the workforce faster. Participants will also learn how to move away from traditional didactic instruction and instead facilitate student empowerment within the classroom. A key component of the course will focus on how instructors can create a strong personal connection with non-traditional students and be flexible to meet learners where they are.