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Lifelong Learning

From pottery to cooking and puppy training to beekeeping, our non-credit classes provide fun learning experiences.

Welcome to Joliet Junior College's Lifelong Learning Program!


Explore classes designed to provide a multitude of learning opportunities.

Students of all ages enroll in lifelong learning classes to enrich their minds, explore new talents and keep up with today's constantly changing technologies. Many enjoy the more relaxed atmosphere of non-credit classes as they focus on gaining a skill without the pressure of grades.

Classes are set during the day, evenings and Saturdays to accommodate the busy schedules of today's families. 

Community & Continuing Education Catalog

The best way to see all the lifelong learning classes that we offer is to read our catalog. The catalog is published three times a year. Printed copies are mailed directly to those on our mailing list. An interactive version is also available online. 

Want a printed catalog mailed to you?

Please fill out our catalog request form or call (815) 280-1555. You can also sign up to receive our email newsletter on the form.

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Registration for Spring 2025 classes opens Jan. 6!

Check out a sneak peek of our upcoming classes below. 

In-Person Lifelong Learning Classes

We offer in-person lifelong learning classes at campuses throughout the JJC district. Whether you enjoy crafting, want to learn about local Joliet history or need to train your puppy, we have a class for you! (Please note, not all topics are taught every semester. Please view the current digital catalog to see what classes are available.)

  • Creative Arts Classes

    Candle Making

    Light with Intention: Create Meaningful Candles for Self-Care (LLC 1033)
    Spring | Saturday, March 29 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Main Campus | $79

    REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 6.

    Ceramics

    Ceramic Creations Class (LLC 3460)
    Offered in partnership with Ceramic Creations, where the classes are located, 339 Theodore St., Joliet.

    Love is in the Air
    Spring T1 | Saturday, Feb. 22 | 4-6 p.m. | See Above | $49

    March into Spring
    Spring T2 | Saturday, March 22 | 4-6 p.m. | See Above | $49

    Flowers that Bloom 
    Spring T3 | Saturday, April 26 | 4-6 p.m. | See Above | $49

    Gnome Squad Reporting for Duty!
    Spring T4 | Saturday, May 3 | 4-6 p.m. | See Above | $49

    REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 6.

    Crafting

    Open Art Studio (LLC 3140)

    Exploring Watercolors
    Spring T1 | Mondays, Feb. 3-24 | 1-3 p.m. | Main Campus | $109
    (No class Fab. 17)

    Mixed Media & Painting 
    Spring T2 | Fridays, Feb. 7-21 | 10 a.m.-Noon | Main Campus | $109

    Macrame, Weaving & Crafts
    Spring T3 | Mondays, March 3-17 | 1-3 p.m. | Main Campus | $109

    Snowy Shelf Art (LLC 4792)
    Spring | Monday, Feb. 3 | 6-9 p.m. | Main Campus | $59

    Miniature Bookcase Creation (LLC 4791)
    Spring | Wednesday, March 12 | 6-9 p.m. | Main Campus | $52

    Wood Round Welcome Sign (LLC 1250)
    Spring | Thursday, May 1 | 6-9 p.m. | Main Campus | $59

    REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 6.

    Crochet

    Beginning Crochet (LLC 5795)
    Spring | Wednesday, Feb. 5 | 6-9 p.m. | Main Campus | $45

    Intermediate Crochet for the Kitchen (LLC 4802)
    Spring | Wednesday, Feb. 12 | 6-9 p.m. | Main Campus | $45

    Amigurumi Octopus (LLC 4790)
    Spring | Wednesday, Feb. 26 | 6-9 p.m. | Main Campus | $45

    REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 6.

    Floral Arranging

    Registration closes one week prior to the start of each class so there is enough time to order floral supplies. Offered in partnership with Bella Flora. 

    Valentine's Day Centerpiece (LLC 1946)
    Spring | Wednesday, Feb. 12 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Romeoville Campus | $99

    Elevate Your Grocery Store Bouquet (LLC 1945)
    Spring | Wednesday, March 12 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Romeoville Campus | $99

    Easter Centerpiece (LLC 1947)
    Spring | Wednesday, April 16 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Romeoville Campus | $99

    REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 6.

    Fused Glass

    Fused Glass suncatcher or Small Dish (LLC 4793)
    Spring | Tuesday, Jan. 28 | 6-9 p.m. | Main Campus | $89

    Fused Glass Square Nesting Dish (LLC 5960)
    Spring | Tuesday, March 4 | 6-9 p.m. | Main Campus 
    5-inch dish: $70; 8-inch dish: $90; 10-inch dish: $110; 12-inch dish: $120

    Spring Fower Candle Arch (LLC 1034)
    Spring | Tuesday, April 1 | 6-9 p.m. | Main Campus | $99

    REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 6.

    Music

    You Can Uke (LLC 5381)
    Spring | Saturday, March 8 | 9 a.m.-Noon | Main Campus
    Purchase ukulele: $119; Bring ukulele: $79

    Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People (LLC 4059)
    Spring | Saturday, April 26 | 9 a.m.-Noon | Webinar | $69

    Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People (LLC 4091)
    Spring | Saturday, April 26 | 1-3:30 p.m. | Webinar | $69

    REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 6.

    Pottery

    Pottery Open Studio Session (LLC 5097)
    Spring T1 | Saturdays, Feb. 1-May 3 | 10 a.m.-Noon | Main Campus | $269
    (No class April 19)
    Spring T2 | Mondays, Feb. 3-May 5 | 6-8 p.m. | Main Campus | $269
    (No class Feb. 17)

    Pottery for Beginners (LLC 4669)
    Spring | Saturdays, Feb. 8-April 12 | 8-10 a.m. | Main Campus | $199

    Beginning Wheel Throwing (LLC 5337)
    Spring | Saturdays, Feb. 8-March 29 | 10 a.m.-Noon | Main Campus | $275

    Advanced Wheel Throwing (LLC 5382)
    Spring | Saturdays, Feb. 8-March 29 | 10 a.m.-Noon | Main Campus | $275

    REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 6.

  • Culinary Classes

    All About That Dough

    Advanced Break Making (LLC 4160)
    Spring | Wednesday, April 30 & Thursday, May 1 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | City Center Campus | $119

    REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 6.

    Cheers!

    Wine classes are offered in partnership with Sabel Creek Winery, where the classes are located, 1876 Airport Road, Romeoville.

    Craft Beer & Football Favorites (LLC 5948)
    Spring | Monday, Feb. 3 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Romeoville Campus | $99

    Wine 101: Charcuterie & Wine Pairing (LLC 2080)
    Spring | Saturday, Feb. 8 | 3-5 p.m. | See Above | $49

    Wine 201: Wine Aromas & Analysis (LLC 2081)
    Spring | Saturday, March 22 | 3-5 p.m. | See Above | $49

    Winery Tour & Barrel Tasting (LLC 2082)
    Spring | Saturday, April 26 | 3-5 p.m. | See Above | $49

    Pub Crawl, Pub Food 1 (LLC 2800)
    Spring | Monday, April 28 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | City Center Campus | $99

    REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 6.

    Home Cooking

    SOUPer Bowl (LLC 2818)
    Spring | Monday, Feb. 3 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | City Center Campus | $99

    Big Easy Favorites 2 (LLC 3151)
    Spring | Monday, Feb. 24 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | City Center Campus | $99

    Crock Pot Meal Prep (LLC 3449)
    Spring | Monday, March 10 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | City Center Campus | $99

    Spring Charcuterie Board (LLC 3452)
    Spring | Saturday, April 5 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | City Center Campus | $99

    Essential Knife Skills (LLC 1510)
    Spring | Tuesday, April 22 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | City Center Campus | $69

    REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 6.

    International Flavors

    That's Italian (LLC 3446)
    Spring | Tuesday, Feb. 11 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | City Center Campus | $99

    Handmade Pasta from Scratch (LLC 5951)
    Spring | Monday, March 24 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | City Center Campus | $99

    Authentic Mexican Empanadas (LLC 2843)
    Spring | Wednesday, April 9 | 5-8 p.m. | City Center Campus | $99

    Vegan Cinco de Mayo (LLC 3448)
    Spring | Saturday, May 3 | 9 a.m.-Noon | City Center Campus | $99

    REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 6.

    Pastry & Desserts

    Oh, Crepe! (LLC 5952)
    Spring | Tuesday, Feb. 4 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | City Center Campus | $79

    Heart-Shaped French Macarons (LLC 3014)
    Spring | Saturday, Feb. 8 | 9 a.m.-Noon | City Center Campus | $99

    Feel the Love for Chocolate (LLC 2845)
    Spring | Saturday, Feb. 1 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | City Center Campus | $99

    Frostings & Fillings (LLC 2801)
    Spring | Saturday, Feb. 22 | 9 a.m.-Noon | City Center Campus | $99

    Spring Flowers and Bunnies Cookie Platter (LLC 2841)
    Spring | Wednesday, March 26 | 5-8 p.m. | Romeoville Campus | $79

    Pucker Up Lemon Desserts (LLC 3443)
    Spring | Wednesday, April 16 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | City Center Campus | $99

    Easter Tres Leches Cake (LLC 2837)
    Spring | Thursday, April 17 | 5-8 p.m. | City Center Campus | $99

    Mother's Day Cupcake Bouquet (LLC 2817)
    Spring | Thursday, May 8 | 5-8 p.m. | Romeoville Campus | $79

    REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 6.

  • History Classes

    History of Chicago Retail Giants (LLC 3473)
    Spring | Thursday, Feb. 20 | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Romeoville Campus | $39

    Sci-Fi and the Cold War (LLC 3475)
    Spring | Monday, March 3 | 5-6:30 p.m. | Romeoville Campus | $39

    The Crusades (LLC 3476)
    Spring | Monday, March 31 | 5-6:30 p.m. | Romeoville Campus | $39

    Prairie Avenue: The 'Sunny Street that Held the Sifted Few' (LLC 3474)
    Spring | Monday, April 21 | 5-6:30 p.m. | Romeoville Campus | $39

    The Early History of Illinois (LLC 3477)
    Spring | Thursday, May 1 | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Romeoville Campus | $39

    REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 6.

  • Home & Garden Classes

    Beekeeping

    Beginning Beekeeping I (LLC 5228)
    Spring | See Below | 8 a.m.-Noon | Weitendorf | $139
    Class meets Saturdays, March 8, March 22, March 29, April 19 and May 3.

    REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 6.

  • Language Classes

    Sign Language

    Applications of Sign Language: Level One, Section A (LLC 1060)
    Spring | Mondays, Feb. 3-April 14 | 7-7:55 p.m. | Romeoville Campus | $159
    (No class Feb. 17)

    Spanish

    Spanish Basics (LLC 2125)
    Spring | Mondays, March 3-April 7 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Main Campus | $159

    REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 6.

  • Personal Finance & Retirement Classes

    Personal Finance

    World of Investments (LLC 2723)
    Spring T1 | Thursday, Feb. 27 | 6-8 p.m. | Romeoville Campus | $39
    Spring T2 | Wednesday, March 26 | 6-8 p.m. | Main Campus | $39

    Understanding Life Insurance (LLC 3398)
    Spring | Wednesday, March 19 | 6-8 p.m. | Main Campus | $39

    Understanding Auto and Home Insurance (LLC 2040)
    Spring | Tuesday, April 1 | 6-8 p.m. | Main Campus | $39

    Keep More of What You Earn (LLC 3397)
    Spring | Thursday, April 17 | 6-8 p.m. | Main Campus | $39

    Retirement

    Retirement Planning Today (LLC 5212)
    Spring | Tuesday, Feb. 18 & 25 | 6-8:30 p.m. | Main Campus | $39

    Plan Ahead: Retirement is on the Horizon (LLC 2724)
    Spring | Tuesday, March 4 | 6:30-9 p.m. | Webinar | $39

    REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 6.

  • Personal Safety Classes

    Illinois Concealed Carry

    In order to apply for an Illinois concealed carry permit, students must successfully complete both the N.R.A. Basic Pistol Course (8 hours) and the Illinois Concealed Carry Permit Training Course (8 hours) for a total of 16 hours. Classroom sessions will be held at JJC. 

    In order to successfully complete the Illinois concealed carry training course, students must pass a live fire test at the range. Participants do not need to own a pistol; several types will be provided for use. Training laser pistols and targets are used to teach proper grip, stance and sighting. The live fire range training will be held at Rink’s Gun and Sport, 14363 Archer Ave., Lockport. Students will be responsible for paying the range fee to Rink’s. In order to accommodate schedules, the range time will be scheduled individually with the instructor. 

    Instructors are approved by the Illinois State Police to conduct Illinois Concealed Carry firearms training. Students are solely responsible for completing the application process through the Illinois State Police; however, the instructor will provide an ID picture and assistance with any application question. Additional range time can be schedule. For more information and to complete registration requirements, call (815) 280-1555. 

    DO NOT BRING A FIREARM OR AMMUNITION TO THE COLLEGE.
     

    N.R.A. Basic Pistol (LLC 4850)
    Spring T1 | Saturdays, Feb. 15 & 22 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Main Campus | $110
    Spring T2 | Saturdays, March 22 & April 5 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Main Campus | $110

    Illinois Concealed Carry (LLC 4851)
    Spring T1 | Saturdays, March 1 & 8 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Main Campus | $110
    Spring T2 | Saturdays, Ma3 & 10 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Main Campus | $110

    Illinois Concealed Carry Renewal Training (LLC 5552)
    Spring T1 | Saturday, Feb. 8 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Main Campus | $75
    Spring T2 | Saturday, March 1 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Main Campus | $75
    Spring T3 | Saturday, April 26 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Main Campus | $75

    REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 6.

  • Pet Training Classes

    AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Class (LLC 5503)
    Spring | Wednesdays, Feb. 12-April 16 | 6-7 p.m. | Weitendorf Campus | $199
    (No class March 5 & 19)

    AKC Canine Good Citizen Class (LLC 3620)
    Spring | Wednesdays, Feb. 12-April 16 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Weitendorf Campus | $229
    (No class March 5 & 19)

    Please Note: These classes are not appropriate for dogs with aggressive behavior problems. Dogs deemed overly aggressive toward other dogs or humans will be dismissed from the course without refund.

    REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 6.

  • Wellness Classes

    Living Your Best Life

    Please Note: Sage Bodywork & Wellness is located at 10 Fairlane Dr., Suite 103, Joliet.

    Couple's Care (LLC 3124)
    Spring | Friday, Feb. 7 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Sage Bodywork & Wellness | $55
    Registration for two people is included in the class cost.

    Take Control of Your Time (LLC 5070)
    Spring | Wednesdays, March 12 & 19 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Main Campus | $69

    Spring Scents Make & Take (LLC 3349)
    Spring | Monday, March 24 | 6:45-8:15 p.m. | Sage Bodywork & Wellness | $29

    DIY Spa Night (LLC 3623)
    Spring | Friday, April 4 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Sage Bodywork & Wellness | $29

    Pathways to Improved Memory (LLC 4193)
    Spring | Thursday, April 10 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Romeoville Campus | $35

    Is It Time to Declutter? (LLC 4094)
    Spring | Thursday, May 1 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Romeoville Campus | $35

    Mental Health

    You Are Not Alone
    Spring T1 | Wednesday, Jan. 15 | 6-7 p.m. | Main Campus | Free
    Spring T2 | Wednesday, Feb. 19 | 6-7 p.m. | Romeoville Campus | Free
    Spring T3 | Wednesday, March 19 | 6-7 p.m. | City Center Campus | Free
    Spring T4 | Wednesday, April 16 | 6-7 p.m. | Main Campus | Free

    REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 6.

Class Registration

We've updated our online registration process, and easy registration is now available any time of day and even on weekends! To register for a class from our digital catalog, simply click on the class title. You will be taken to a registration form. Fill it out with your information and select the class(es) you would like to take. Submit the form and provide payment on the following page. (No more credit card processing fees!) If you experience any problems, give us a call at (815) 280-1555 to speak with one of our registration specialists. We would be happy to assist you.

How to Register for Classes

  • By Phone

    Register for Class By Phone

    • Call (815) 280-1555.
    • Our registration specialists would be happy to assist you during office hours.
    • Our office is open Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. If you call when our office is closed or we are unable to answer the phone, please leave a message. We will return your call as soon as possible.

  • Online

    Register for Lifelong Learning Classes Online

    Here are some tips and trick for registering online:

    Follow the links through our interactive digital catalog
    • Each class in our digital catalog is linked to a registration form.
    • Just click on the class title to be taken to the correct form.

     

    All classes are registered through Dynamic Forms
    • When you click on the link in the catalog, you will be taken directly to the registration page.
    • Fill out the form and click 'Submit Form.'
    • Complete payment information on the following page.

     

    Need help with online registration?
    • Please call our office at (815) 280-1555. We would be happy to assist you.

Online Lifelong Learning Classes

Looking for an online option? We know that not everyone has the flexibility to join us on campus. Fortunately, we have online options available in a variety of subjects.

  • ed2go

    We have partnered with ed2go to provide the majority of our online lifelong learning classes. The classes are offered as instructor-led or self-paced. Choose the option that best fits your learning style and availability.

    GET STARTED WITH ed2go

    Topics include:

    ◾ Communication
    ◾ Creative Arts
    ◾ Gardening
    ◾ Genealogy
    ◾ Health & Wellness
    ◾ Home Computers & Technology
    ◾ Language
    ◾ Nutrition
    ◾ Parenting
    ◾ Personal Finance
    ◾ Photography
    ◾ Reading & Writing
    ◾ Test Prep

COVID-19 Update

In the event of important deadlines or class dates changing due to COVID-19, please visit our COVID FAQ page for the most up-to-date information.

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Joliet Junior College reserves the right to photograph or film program participants. Photos and recordings are for college use only and may be used in college publicity materials and social media. Please notify programming staff if you do not wish to be photographed or filmed.

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