Prairie State College offers a wide variety of non-credit courses, seminars, and workshops. It's all part of our commitment to serve the community by providing educational, informational, cultural, and recreational activities that appeal to special interests. Students may learn vocational skills, enhance their personal growth, or explore vocational pursuits.
Adult Education
Prairie State College offers adult education classes free of charge to eligible individuals
in need of basic education, preparation for the Illinois high school equivalency exam,
English language proficiency, or one-on-one tutoring. Classes are available morning
and evenings in the Adult Training and Outreach Center (ATOC). Learn more.
Career Training
Interested in finding a job but don't have a lot of time to spare? Enroll in a Prairie
State College non-credit, career-focused class and learn the skills to get a job in
less than a year. Gain practical skills and knowledge to prepare for work in high-demand
occupations. Learn more.
Conference Center
Host your next successful meeting or event at the Conference Center. We support your
event goals with offering flexible room arrangements, audio visual equipment and catering.
Our professional staff will assist you with creating a memorable experience for your
attendees. Se hablá Español. Learn more.
Construction Business Development Center (CBDC)
Participants will receive comprehensive, customized business development assistance
to build financial understanding and business plans for increased stability and growth
in the transportation-related construction industry. Services are customized to the
assessed strengths, challenges and needs of participating firms. This includes education,
guidance and feedback on general business and construction-specific operations, including
strategic planning and assistance with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT)
pre-qualification application. Programs are either self-paced (you determine how quickly
you complete a program) or cohortbased. Cohort programs offer a group setting that
invites a collaborative learning environment. Learn more.
Continuing Education (CEUs)
On campus, online and onsite courses for professionals seeking to obtain education
in their current field in order to meet their state license renewal requirements.
Prairie State College is an approved provider of continuing education units through
a number of professional associations, including the Illinois Department of Financial
and Professional regulation. Learn more.
Corporate Training
Invest in your employees through innovative training solutions that: increase efficiency,
enhance operations, and improve your bottom line. The Corporate Education and Training
Department is committed to lifelong learning by offering results-oriented training
for your workforce needs. We offer powerful and valuable solutions through customized
programs that are delivered to your company facilities or on our campus. Corporate
Education supports a multitude of industries including: business, healthcare, manufacturing/trades,
and non-profit organizations. Our training is customized to meet your needs. Learn more.
Personal Enrichment
Our Personal Enrichment classes will exercise both your mind and body. Learn more.
Tuition Assistance
If you require financial assistance for a non-credit career training program, there
are several options available to you based on eligibility. While non-credit certificate
programs are not eligible for federal financial aid, please review some of the programs
below that may bridge the funding gap for those pursuing short-term certifications.
Although it may take some time to apply for job training funds, you are encouraged
to take advantage of these opportunities. Learn more.
Non-Credit Courses and Programs
Students can register for non-credit courses online or in person. Another option is to complete the registration form available online
or in the back of the printed non-credit course schedule. Students also can register
for non-credit courses in person at the Matteson Area Center, located at 4821 Southwick
Drive in Matteson, or in the Enrollment Services Office on the PSC main campus. Learn more.
