Guides and Tools
Illinois workNet offers resources, online guides, and tools to help you prepare for the workforce and achieve training and employment goals:
Community Colleges
Illinois is home to 48 community colleges that offer affordable and transferable courses and programs throughout the state. These colleges provide a wide range of options for individuals seeking short-term continuing education and retraining, short- and long-term Career and Technical Education certificate programs focused on high-demand jobs, and Associate Degrees that prepare students for careers or for transferring to Bachelor's Degree programs.
Other Training Programs
Start by searching for training programs near you including the WIOA Approved Training Program Search and the Public and Private Training Program Search.
Read Illinois workNet's article about Adult Education Programs to learn more.
Illinois workNet gives you powerful tools to help you qualify for a job or advance in your career. Use these tools to learn about different types of degree programs, certification programs, and micro-credential programs.
Apprenticeships
Apprentices earn an income while learning new skills and launching a career. Apprenticeship programs combine on-the-job training with classroom instruction. Training may occur at a job site, local community college, trade school, or even online, depending on the occupation, such as manufacturing, construction, healthcare, IT, education, or hospitality. Visit Apprenticeship Illinois to learn about opportunities in your area.
Employer-Based Training
Employer-based training programs help businesses upskill employees, prevent layoffs, stay current with technology, enhance competitiveness, improve productivity, and retain valued staff. Click on the flyer below to learn more: