South Suburban American Job Center at Prairie State College

The South Suburban American Job Center at Prairie State College assists Cook County residents with grant-funded training and career opportunities that result in career paths and self-sufficiency. 

National Able

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National ABLEProgram Eligibility

Adult or dislocated worker programs that meet one or more of the following criteria and provide verification and other required documentation are eligible for services.

  • Unlikely to return to a prior industry or occupation
  • Laid off or terminated due to a plant closure or substantial layoff
  • Formerly self-employed but currently unemployed
  • A displaced homemaker
  • Currently receiving unemployment benefits
  • Currently employed but receiving wages below the low-income standard for WIA eligibility
  • Currently receiving SNAP or TANF benefits from the State of Illinois
 
In addition, the Center assists employers in developing the workforce and identifying qualified candidates to meet their employment needs.
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Services

Assistance is available to help you explore career options and develop a personalized plan to achieve your goals. Whether you need training, job placement, or community resources, support is available to guide you every step of the way.

Our Resource Room or Career Services Specialist can help you research different options and create a plan to meet your career goals.


Opportunities for training vouchers for WIOA-approved training programs of customer choice.
Visit https://www.illinoisworknet.com/Training/Pages/WIOATrainingProgramSearch.aspx  for a list of WIOA-approved training programs.

NOTE:  Individuals must be Workforce Investment Act (WIA) eligible in order to access these training programs.  Those who qualify to receive assistance will have their tuition, books, fees, and instructional materials paid up to the maximum amount allowed.


Through our connection to employers within Cook County, we offer you access to companies hiring now and looking to hire in the near future.


Materials and resources to promote the latest job market information, employment listings, Internet access, interactive tutorial software, job search, and job posting tools. All materials and resources are available and free of charge to the general public.


Our workshops cover topics such as career exploration, resume writing, interviewing and life skills, basic computer skills, financial literacy, and job retention.


The South Suburban American Job Center at Prairie State College can connect you to community resources for everything from child care to adult literacy programs.


Additional Information

To learn more about how the National Able Network can help you start your career path, apply on the National Able website or call 855-994-8300.
Location: ATOC 148
Contact: Phone: (708) 709-7975 | Fax: (708) 709-7985
Office Hours: M-F 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Resource Room Hours: M-F 8:30 a.m.- 4 p.m.