Is it worth enrolling in a local public college for programming? I think its a 2-3 year course but would it have good bridges to actually getting experience and emplpyed in software?

Might have to do it part time but id still be into getting out of my current job which i cant see myself lasting long-term in. I need something with more latitude and definitely better pay, prospects. Im at a dead end and nughtmare i cant wake up from if i stand still any longer