Paths to College and Career: Free Career Exploration and Intensive Training

Career exploration and free, intensive training in business communications, math, digital literacy, and essential professional skills.

You have so many opportunities ahead of you, and Harper College is a great place to start. Through the Paths to College and Career program, you can think about your future in a new way, explore career fields, and take advantage of intensive training in:

English grammar and workplace communication
Math
Digital literacy
Essential professional skills

Most training programs are FREE to you, and additional scholarships are available when you are ready to take the next step.

Late Fall 2022 Courses and Training

November

Career Exploration (CPE)
- Nov. 7-Dec. 9 at the Learning and Career Center (LCC)
  First week is online only
  Following weeks, Tuesdays 5-7pm at LCC
  Free Chromebook provided
- Nov. 7-Dec. 9 at Partners for Our Communities (POC)
  Fridays 2-4pm at POC
  Free Chromebook provided
Healthcare Provider CPR (CE)
Nov. 15, 8:30am-12:30pm, LCC
Introduction to Importing & Exporting (CPE)
Mon, Nov. 21-Dec. 12, 6-7:45pm, Harper Campus in Palatine
OSHA Safety Training (CE)
Professional Skills Intensive (CPE)
Mon/Wed, Nov. 14-Dec. 5, 6-9pm (no class Nov. 23), LCC
Supply Chain Specialist Digital Badge (CE)
Includes the following:
- Supply Chain Management Basics, Nov. 15, 1-4pm, LCC
- Distribution and Warehouse Essentials, Nov. 29, 1-4pm, LCC
- Manufacturing Overview and Trends, Dec. 6, 1-4pm, LCC

December

Healthcare Provider CPR (CE)
Dec. 9, 8:30am-12:30pm, LCC
OSHA Safety Training (CE)

Guided Skills Tutoring at the Learning and Career Center (LCC)
The Guided Basic Skills Tutoring Lab is a free individualized, self-paced basic skills tutoring using educational software. A teacher is available to help you get started and provide additional support.

Basic computer skills: Introduction to Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook using NorthStar Digital Literacy software
Basic academic skills: Math, reading, and writing using Essential Education software
Start any Tuesdays (9am to Noon or 5 to 8pm) or Thursdays (5 to 8pm) at the Prospect Heights Learning and Career Center

Contact:

Omar Sanchez at so31296@harpercollege.edu or 847.925.6782.

Information and offerings are subject to change. This program is made possible by the Illinois Community College Board's Innovative Bridge and Transition Grant.