Continuing Education & Career Services

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Kankakee Community College, Lifelong Learning Institute. Curiosity never retires! Classes for active people ages 50 and better. Register Now!
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Training

Computer
Skills

Get the skills to use your digital devices effectively at work and home. Many classes offer preparation for Microsoft Office Specialist certification exams.
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Digital Marketing Professional Certification

With this dual certification in digital marketing, students will be prepared to create a cohesive, effective, online marketing strategy.
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Professional
Development

We offer up-to-date topics for a wide range of careers. Many classes offer professional development/certification units. Learn from nationally-known experts so you stay current without the hassle of big city travel and parking charges!
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Personal
Enrichment

Here’s where you can develop a hobby, meet people with similar interests, and explore the latest trends. You’ll have a good time!
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Lifelong Learning
Institute

If you are age 50 or better, you’ll find stimulating intellectual and cultural pursuits in Lifelong Learning Institute classes. Courses are affordable, high-quality, and take place in an environment that fosters participation.
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Career
Workshops

Job seekers can find courses related to resumes, job search, interviewing and more.
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Driver Improvement
Program

This National Safety Council Defensive Driving Course (DDC-4) offers participants the opportunity to keep minor traffic violations off their driving records. Some insurance companies offer premium discounts to those who complete a DDC-4 course.
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Highway
Construction

This tuition-free, 12-week program is designed to provide qualified individuals with training in highway construction careers.
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KCC is a lovely place. (It’s) so clean and staff is so cheerful and helpful! My instructor for this course was very warm, sincere and encouraging, as well as knowledgeable and empowering to the students.

 - Ruth Kamen RN

KCC's campus is always a great place for training and workshops. Clean, comfortable, peaceful. Thanks for everything you provide for the community.

 - Matt Hedding-Hess

Become an Instructor

Continuing Education instructors provide excellent teaching and learning opportunities for the community. KCC’s Continuing Education & Career Services Office continues to search for competent instructors wanting to teach short-term professional seminars and community education workshops, day or evening and on-campus or virtual.

You can make a difference in helping fulfill the lifelong learning needs of our community.

Do you have a special skill or talent that you would like to share with the community?

If you have an area of expertise and a true dedication and love for teaching, please complete the form and submit it. If your course is determined to fit our current needs, we will contact you to discuss the next steps in hiring you and scheduling the class.

Mary Posing
Assistant Dean

815-802-8202
Email

Debra Hoyer-Denson
Director

815-802-8204
Email

Cesar Avalos
Career Services Coordinator

815-802-8222
Email

Erica Billington
Coordinator

815-802-8206
Email