Elgin Community College Workforce Development and Continuing Education

Elgin Community College Workforce Development and Continuing Education The Workforce Development Division at Elgin Community College is committed to breaking down barriers to education and career growth for all.

Save the Date! ECC's Fall Job Fair is Tuesday, October 20, from 9 am - 12 pm.The job fair is open to all community membe...
09/24/2026

Save the Date! ECC's Fall Job Fair is Tuesday, October 20, from 9 am - 12 pm.

The job fair is open to all community members seeking their next great role. No registration is needed - just stop by and be prepared to network with over 150 employers.

For employers - there are still a few tables left if you're itching to fill some job openings! Registration is FREE - learn more at elgin.edu/jobfair.

🌋 That's not toxic waste! It's a DIY lava lamp! 🌋Tonight at ECC, young innovators explored density, liquids, and chemica...
09/23/2026

🌋 That's not toxic waste! It's a DIY lava lamp! 🌋

Tonight at ECC, young innovators explored density, liquids, and chemical reactions while creating their own colorful lava lamps in our Make & Take STEM Workshop. The results were bubbly, mesmerizing, and absolutely amazing!

If your child loves building, experimenting, and discovering how things work, don't miss our upcoming STEM workshops. Classes are available for both ages 5-9 and ages 10-13:

✅ Slime Bubbles – October 6
✅ Balloon-Powered Cars – November 10
✅ Paper Circuit Greeting Cards – December 1
✅ Catapult Challenge – January 5

From launching cars and catapults to creating circuits and chemical reactions, these hands-on workshops make science, technology, engineering, and math exciting, creative, and fun.

Register today and spark a lifelong love of STEM!
🔗 https://selfservice.elgin.edu:8173/Student/InstantEnrollment/Search?Keyword=KIDS

SCHOOL'S OUT. FUN IS ON!Give your child a day packed with creativity, discovery, and hands-on learning at ECC's No Schoo...
09/23/2026

SCHOOL'S OUT. FUN IS ON!

Give your child a day packed with creativity, discovery, and hands-on learning at ECC's No School Discovery Days!

From building LEGO creations and experimenting in Weird Science Lab to painting masterpieces and exploring Mighty Machines, there's something for every young learner ages 5 to 15.

💲 Just $19 per class
🥪 Lunch Club bridges morning and afternoon for only $10
⏰ Morning and afternoon sessions available

Spots fill quickly!

👉 Register at Elgin.edu/cereg
Search: Kids
NOTE: Please use your student's first and last name when registering.

What's an Apprenticeship, you ask? Attend our Apprenticeship Expo on Friday, October 2, and learn all about them!Informa...
09/22/2026

What's an Apprenticeship, you ask? Attend our Apprenticeship Expo on Friday, October 2, and learn all about them!

Information Session for Employers: 7:30 - 8:30 am
Expo: 9 am - 12 pm

Employers are encouraged to register for the information session or to host a table in the expo hall.

Attendees do not need to pre-register! Just stop by the expo whenever you can to network with employers offering apprenticeships and other training programs and other partners with resources to help you achieve your training and career goals!

https://elgin.edu/about/workforce-development/apprenticeships-internships/

📣 We’re looking for instructors who are ready to share their expertise!We’re hiring noncredit instructors at Elgin Commu...
09/22/2026

📣 We’re looking for instructors who are ready to share their expertise!

We’re hiring noncredit instructors at Elgin Community College! Join us for a Noncredit Instructor Hiring Open House and learn how you can turn your expertise into an opportunity to teach and connect with our community.

📅 Tuesday, Sept. 29
⏰ 6–7 p.m. | Presentation begins at 6 p.m.
📍 Building E

We’re looking for instructors in areas including:

🦺 OSHA & workplace safety
⚡ Electrical
💻 Computers & technology
🖥️ Software
💃 Dance
🎨 Art
🧶 Knitting & crafts
🍳 Cooking
💪 Fitness
…and much, much more!

Whether you’re an industry professional, skilled hobbyist, or passionate expert, we’d love to meet you!

👉 RSVP today: https://tinyurl.com/yhu8zdh
❓ Questions? Email [email protected]

Gain practical tools to recognize distress, respond with confidence, and build a healthier, more resilient workplace. 🧠J...
09/18/2026

Gain practical tools to recognize distress, respond with confidence, and build a healthier, more resilient workplace. 🧠

Join us for Mental Health in Practice: A Professional Summit
📅 Tuesday, October 6 | 9 a.m.–2 p.m.

🎤 Keynote: The Brain Under Pressure: Why Communication Fails First
Plus practical breakout sessions focused on recognizing, supporting, and building mental well-being at work.

✨ Walk away with evidence-informed strategies you can apply immediately.

Professional development credentialing is available for firefighters, HR professionals, and teachers.

💲 $79*

*FREE with grant funding for those who qualify. Limited availability. Email [email protected] to check your eligibility.

❤️ Make an Impact in Healthcare—One Heartbeat at a TimeEKG Technicians play an important role in patient care by perform...
09/17/2026

❤️ Make an Impact in Healthcare—One Heartbeat at a Time

EKG Technicians play an important role in patient care by performing tests that help detect heart conditions. This class is ideal for Medical Assistants, Patient Care Technicians, EMTs, nursing students, and other healthcare professionals looking to earn additional credentials.

Our 60-hour EKG Technician program prepares you for the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified EKG Technician (CET) exam while giving you practical, hands-on skills.

📅 Upcoming Classes
• Sept. 16–Nov. 23 | Mon/Wed | 6–9 p.m.
• Sept. 26–Dec. 19 | Sat. | 8:30 a.m.–2 p.m.
• Oct. 8–Dec. 17 | Tue/Thu | 8:30–11:30 a.m.

💲 $1,499* — Textbook + one exam voucher included

*This course may be FREE with grant funding for those who qualify. Limited availability. Check your eligibility by emailing [email protected].

👉 Register: https://selfservice.elgin.edu:8173/Student/InstantEnrollment/Search?Keyword=WFD-301

🎨✨ Create Your Own Colorful Canvas! ✨🎨Looking for a fun and relaxing way to express your creativity? Join us for a hands...
09/16/2026

🎨✨ Create Your Own Colorful Canvas! ✨🎨
Looking for a fun and relaxing way to express your creativity? Join us for a hands-on painting experience where you’ll follow step-by-step guidance to create a beautiful seasonal canvas you’ll be proud to display! No experience needed—just bring your creativity!

📅 Monday | Sept. 21
⏰ 6:30 – 9:30 pm
📍 Course Code: CED-467-301

🔥 Grab your spot and enjoy an evening of creativity, connection, and fun!

👉 Register now: https://selfservice.elgin.edu:8173/Student/InstantEnrollment/Search?Keyword=CED-467🎨✨

💊 You May Qualify to Take ECC's Pharmacy Technician Program for FREE!💊 Thanks to grant funding, eligible students can en...
09/15/2026

💊 You May Qualify to Take ECC's Pharmacy Technician Program for FREE!💊

Thanks to grant funding, eligible students can enroll in our Pharmacy Technician program at no cost. Email [email protected] today to check your eligibility.

Gain the skills needed to: ✔ Dispense medications safely ✔ Maintain pharmacy records ✔ Support pharmacists and patients ✔ Prepare for the PTCB Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam

📈 With strong job demand and projected growth exceeding 11%, now is a great time to enter the field.

📅 Classes start in September.

💲 Regular tuition: $999 (includes textbook and exam voucher)

🔗 Register: https://selfservice.elgin.edu:8173/Student/InstantEnrollment/Search?Keyword=WFD-300

🍂 Create, craft and celebrate fall—for just $5! 🍂Kids can create their own colorful fall-inspired Stained Glass Leaves a...
09/14/2026

🍂 Create, craft and celebrate fall—for just $5! 🍂

Kids can create their own colorful fall-inspired Stained Glass Leaves at our new $5 Craft Night.

🎨 Friday, Sept. 18
💲 Only $5

Ages 5–9: 5:30–6:30 p.m.
KCC-110-300
Ages 10–13: 6:30–7:30 p.m.
KCC-111-300

Perfect for a fun fall evening of creativity!

👉 Register at elgin.edu/cereg
Search “Kids” to find the class.

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