Harper College
Learning and Career Center

Learning and Career Center in Prospect Heights

Learning and Career Center exterior

Parking Lot Construction and LCC Visitor Hours

LCC staff are working remotely on Friday, August 21.

August 24 is the first day of Fall semester classes. LCC will start regular building open hours:

Monday to Thursday, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Need more help? Contact LCC staff by phone and email at 847.925.6001 and LCC@harpercollege.edu

Careers. Convenience. Community.

Career certificate programs, Paths to College and Career skill-building courses, and foundational Adult Education courses (FREE High School Equivalency and English language) are hosted at our Prospect Heights location, the LCC.

Jump start your career with short programs that give you hands-on experience. Classes are offered during the day and evening. Scholarships and other financial aid options are available. LCC students can take advantage of lab computers, library, food pantry, a lactation/quiet space, Kids Care, and more.

All classes are held at the Learning and Career Center in Prospect Heights. Easily accessible from Prospect Heights, Wheeling and surrounding areas.

Free special services

  • Hawks Care at LCC offers students referrals to Harper and community resources, the Snack Shack, and food pantry. Ask at the LCC Reception desk for "Hawks Care Help."
  • Tax-Aide offers students and the community free, IRS-certified tax preparation February to April through the AARP Foundation (no age or income restrictions).
  • Immigration Legal Assistance is available once a month in partnership with North Suburban Legal Aid. Language support available on request in Spanish, Russian, Korean, Pashto, Farsi, and more.
  • Kids Care offers FREE child care and enrichment activities onsite while parents are in class—restrictions apply.

Coursework at LCC

  • Paths scholarship funds help underemployed adults explore careers and pursue noncredit coursework in health care, business, IT, manufacturing, and supply chain
  • The Guided Basic Skills Lab includes self-paced basic skills software with onsite support
  • Credit for Prior Learning resources help returning learners with exam costs and other assessment fees including foreign credential evaluations
  • Visit Paths to College and Career to learn more.

Learn basic supply chain logistics or career growth in areas such as warehouse operations, transportation, material handling and order fulfillment.

Advance in the lodging industry and participate in front desk activities, sales and supervision.

Learn basic care skills for patient well-being in health care facilities.

  • $18.75 hourly average in Cook County*
  • Includes 40-hour supervised clinical experience
  • View CNA program (pdf)

Take free foundational English classes during the day or the evening to fit your busy schedule.

Attend free High School Equivalency courses evenings and work to obtain your HSE diploma.

Questions?

Free application code? We can help.

Ready to apply?

For personalized assistance, call 847.925.6001 or email LCC@harpercollege.edu.

Contact us

Learning and Career Center in Prospect Heights
1375 South Wolf Road, Prospect Heights, IL 60070
Phone: 847.925.6001
LCC@harpercollege.edu
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Temporary Hours During Construction

See top of page for special service hours during LCC parking lot construction.

* Earnings statistics from O'Net and the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Last Updated: 8/21/26