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Joliet Junior College's home for non-credit, continuing education programs. For the general public, CCS offers a variety of open enrollment seminars.

Corporate and Community Services is dedicated to helping people succeed, both in the general public and in the business community. On-site training for businesses includes programs to improve worker productivity and safety, supervisory training, and industrial maintenance. The Illinois Small Business Development Center, part of a statewide network of small-business resource providers, advises entr

epreneurs on starting and growing a business. Some are designed to prepare people for new careers in trucking, medical billing and
coding, sleep technology, and more. Lifelong learning programs include seminars in drawing, painting, cooking, and photography, to name a few. Kids College
offers many learning opportunities for children ages 3 to 15+, and includes courses in cartooning, Robolab, AutoCAD and more.

09/09/2026

🏛️📚 What can the history of one university tell us about the history of Chicago and the world? Founded in 1890 in Chicago’s Hyde Park neighborhood, the University of Chicago has grown into one of the world’s leading research universities. But its story goes far beyond academics.

In this upcoming seminar, explore the university’s early beginnings, the legacy of the Old University of Chicago and the vision of John D. Rockefeller, who famously called it “the best investment I ever made.”

If you enjoy history, Chicago or simply discovering the stories behind iconic institutions, this class offers a fascinating look at a university that has made a lasting impact far beyond its Hyde Park campus.

𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗴𝗼 𝗛𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 (𝗟𝗟𝗖 𝟰𝟯𝟬𝟵) is Thursday, Sept. 17 at JJC's Romeoville Campus.

Easy online registration 👉 https://www.enrole.com/jjc/jsp/course.jsp?categoryId=48FBCF8&courseId=LLC.4309

09/09/2026

🎂✨ Ready to take your cake decorating skills to the next level?

If you’ve ever wanted to learn how decorators get those smooth finishes, beautiful buttercream roses and perfectly polished drips, this culinary class is for you!

In this workshop taught by professional baker Rosy Gallegos, you’ll work with pre-baked cakes while learning how to make silky, balanced buttercream from scratch. You’ll practice classic piping techniques, delicate borders and elegant decorative details that can transform a simple cake into something that looks straight out of a bakery. 🧁🌹

𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗜𝘁 𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹: 𝗖𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗱𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘀 (𝗟𝗟𝗖 𝟮𝟴𝟵𝟲) is Wednesday, Sept. 16 at JJC's City Center Campus. 𝘌𝘴𝘵𝘢 𝘤𝘭𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘦𝘴 𝘦𝘯 𝘐𝘯𝘨𝘭𝘦́𝘴 𝘺 𝘌𝘴𝘱𝘢𝘯̃𝘰𝘭!

Easy online registration 👉 https://www.enrole.com/jjc/jsp/course.jsp?categoryId=48E4210&courseId=LLC.2896

09/08/2026

🧶✨ Ready to turn a little yarn into something amazing? Discover the relaxing and creative world of crochet in this crochet class for beginners!

You’ll learn the chain and single crochet stitches while making your own rope chain scarf and yarn needle holder. It’s a great way to build confidence with a hook and yarn while creating something you can actually use! 💕🧵

Grab your yarn, pick up a hook and let your crochet dreams begin! 🧶💫

𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗽 𝗗𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘀: 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘁 (𝗟𝗟𝗖 𝟮𝟴𝟳𝟬) is Wednesday, Sept. 16 at JJC's Main Campus.

Easy online registration 👉 https://www.enrole.com/jjc/jsp/course.jsp?categoryId=48DB188&courseId=LLC.3762

09/08/2026

Retirement isn’t what it used to be. We’re living longer, spending more years in retirement and facing new financial realities that require thoughtful planning. This workshop is designed to help you understand today’s retirement landscape and take control of your future. By examining wealth, spending, interest rates and time, you’ll gain the clarity and confidence needed to plan for the retirement you deserve.

𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 (𝗟𝗟𝗖 𝟮𝟳𝟮𝟴) is Tuesday, Sept. 15 at JJC's Main Campus.

Easy online registration 👉 https://www.enrole.com/jjc/jsp/course.jsp?categoryId=A602A9F8&courseId=LLC.2728

09/08/2026

The "ber months" are here, which means it's okay to start thinking about the holidays! 🎅🎄❄️☃️🎁🦌

Add a touch of handmade magic to your holiday decor by joining this workshop where you'll explore a variety of colors, shapes and designs to craft two unique pieces that reflect your personal style and holiday spirit.

Offered in partnership with CoGoGlass, 𝗙𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗚𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗢𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 (𝗟𝗟𝗖 𝟰𝟲𝟳𝟭) is offered twice this month at JJC's Main Campus. Take both sessions and create four different ornaments!

🧅 Tuesday, Sept. 15 from 6-9 p.m.
🧅 Thursday, Sept. 24 from 6-9 p.m.

Easy online registration 👉 https://www.enrole.com/jjc/jsp/course.jsp?categoryId=48DB188&courseId=LLC.4671

09/03/2026

🍳 Is your teen ready to become more confident in the kitchen?

Between busy schedules and takeout, many teens don’t get much experience preparing meals on their own. This Kids College culinary class gives ages 12-16 a chance to build those everyday kitchen skills in a fun, hands-on environment!

Over four weeks, teens will learn how to:
🥗 Prepare healthy meals
🥨 Make fresh snacks
🌎 Explore flavors from around the world
🎉 Create fun party foods
🔪 Practice practical cooking skills and kitchen techniques
💪 Build the confidence to try new recipes on their own

It’s a great way to help your teen become more comfortable and independent in the kitchen, whether they’re starting from scratch or already enjoy cooking. And who knows? You might even get dinner out of the deal! 😉🍴

𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗸 & 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 (𝗟𝗟𝗖 𝟮𝟴𝟳𝟭) begins Tuesday, Sept. 15 at JJC's City Center Campus.

Easy online registration 👉 https://www.enrole.com/jjc/jsp/course.jsp?categoryId=3601A80&courseId=LLC.2871

09/03/2026

Ready to grow your financial confidence? 💲📈 Whether you’re just starting out or looking to sharpen your skills, this engaging and interactive seminar will give you the insights, strategies and tools you need to make smarter investment choices.

𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 (𝗟𝗟𝗖 𝟮𝟳𝟮𝟯) is being offered twice this fall:

✅ Tuesday, Sept. 15 at JJC's Main Campus
✅ Thursday, Nov. 19 at JJC's Morris Education Center

Easy online registration 👉 https://www.enrole.com/jjc/jsp/course.jsp?categoryId=A602A9F8&courseId=LLC.2723

09/02/2026

🍳 Ready to take your cooking skills to the next level? 👩‍🍳

If you’re someone who doesn’t just want to follow a recipe but wants to understand how to cook, build confidence in the kitchen and develop skills you can use again and again, this culinary class is for you!

This fun, flavorful 4-week culinary series gives you the chance to really dig in and expand your cooking skills. Each week features a new theme, new techniques and delicious recipes you’ll be excited to recreate at home. This is a class where you’ll learn by doing and taste the results!

𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻, 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 & 𝗧𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲 (𝗟𝗟𝗖 𝟮𝟴𝟳𝟬) begins Monday, Sept. 14 at JJC's City Center Campus.

Easy online registration 👉 https://www.enrole.com/jjc/jsp/course.jsp?categoryId=48E4210&courseId=LLC.2870

09/01/2026

🔭✨ Young astronomers can blast off into the world of space and science with this Kids College class inside the Trackman Planetarium at JJC! 🚀🌙

For ages 6-10, kids will discover how telescopes and optics help scientists explore the universe, including:

🌟 Learn how light, lenses and magnification work
🔭 Explore real examples like the Hubble and James Webb Space Telescopes
🪐 Experience immersive planetarium programming
🧪 Take part in fun, hands-on experiments
🌙 Build and take home their own binocular scope set for moon and stargazing adventures!

From the classroom to the cosmos, this is a chance for curious kids to learn, explore and look at the night sky in a whole new way. 🌌

𝗦𝗰𝗼𝗽𝗲 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗞𝗶𝗱𝘀 (𝗟𝗟𝗖 𝟭𝟯𝟲𝟳) is Monday, Sept. 14 at JJC's Main Campus.

Easy online registration 👉 https://www.enrole.com/jjc/jsp/course.jsp?categoryId=A5FC6868&courseId=LLC.1367

09/01/2026

⚾ Looking for a side hustle? Step up to the plate! ⚾Turn your love of baseball into extra income with our new Career Exploration class at JJC!

This hands-on training prepares you to umpire youth, high school and amateur baseball games. You’ll learn the rules, proper plate and base mechanics, game management and how to handle real-game situations with confidence and professionalism.

💰 The best part? Complete the training and you can potentially earn back your tuition in as little as 5 games! Even better, students will have access to opportunities to umpire games during and after the course through established partnerships with local leagues and assigners.

Whether you’re looking for a flexible side hustle, a way to stay connected to the game or a new opportunity to earn extra money, this could be your next move.

𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗨𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 (𝗠𝗚𝗧 𝟲𝟱𝟮𝟬) begins Monday, Sept. 14 at JJC's Romeoville Campus.

Easy online registration 👉 https://www.enrole.com/jjc/jsp/course.jsp?categoryId=49B6170&courseId=MGT.6520

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1215 Houbolt Road
Joliet, IL
60431

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+18152801555

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http://www.jjc.edu/continuinged

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