Harper College

Professional Skills

In today's competitive workplace, it's more important than ever to have strong professional skills. These skills can help you succeed in any job, regardless of your industry or experience level.

The Professional Skills training program at Harper College can help you develop the skills you need to succeed in the workplace. Our courses cover a wide range of skill development topics, including:

  • Communication
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Innovating strategically
  • Prioritizing equality
  • Leveraging technology

Whether you're a just entering the workforce or an experienced professional, the Professional Skills training program at Harper College can help you take your career to the next level. To get started, visit the How to Register page.

Professional Skills course descriptions

LBS8050 Professional Skills Intensive

This six-session course is designed to give you a well-rounded view of some of the professional skills needed in today's workforce. Topics include: Managing Time, Communicating Well, Prioritizing Equity, Leveraging Technology, Solving Problems, and Innovating Strategically. A digital badge will be awarded after successful completion.

LPM8002 Workplace Communication and Interpersonal Skills

Covers the skills needed to work effectively within a professional business and team environment. Understand team dynamics and how to resolve interpersonal conflict. Effective communication, business analysis, problem solving, and team development are covered. This course will strengthen your business professional skills.

Course schedule

To find open courses in Professional Skills, see the CPE Course Schedule page. To get started, visit the How to Register page.


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Funding opportunities

CPE works with the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and the Paths to College and Career grant to offer scholarships for people who are underemployed, unemployed, incarcerated, and previously incarcerated.

Contact us

For more information, contact Continuing Professional Education by email at cpe@harpercollege.edu or call 847.925.6340.



Last Updated: 6/9/26