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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.
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.)
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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 | $79REGISTRATION 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 | $49March into Spring
Spring T2 | Saturday, March 22 | 4-6 p.m. | See Above | $49Flowers that Bloom
Spring T3 | Saturday, April 26 | 4-6 p.m. | See Above | $49Gnome Squad Reporting for Duty!
Spring T4 | Saturday, May 3 | 4-6 p.m. | See Above | $49REGISTRATION 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 | $109Macrame, Weaving & Crafts
Spring T3 | Mondays, March 3-17 | 1-3 p.m. | Main Campus | $109Snowy Shelf Art (LLC 4792)
Spring | Monday, Feb. 3 | 6-9 p.m. | Main Campus | $59Miniature Bookcase Creation (LLC 4791)
Spring | Wednesday, March 12 | 6-9 p.m. | Main Campus | $52Wood Round Welcome Sign (LLC 1250)
Spring | Thursday, May 1 | 6-9 p.m. | Main Campus | $59REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 6.
Crochet
Beginning Crochet (LLC 5795)
Spring | Wednesday, Feb. 5 | 6-9 p.m. | Main Campus | $45Intermediate Crochet for the Kitchen (LLC 4802)
Spring | Wednesday, Feb. 12 | 6-9 p.m. | Main Campus | $45Amigurumi Octopus (LLC 4790)
Spring | Wednesday, Feb. 26 | 6-9 p.m. | Main Campus | $45REGISTRATION 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 | $99Elevate Your Grocery Store Bouquet (LLC 1945)
Spring | Wednesday, March 12 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Romeoville Campus | $99Easter Centerpiece (LLC 1947)
Spring | Wednesday, April 16 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Romeoville Campus | $99REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 6.
Fused Glass
Fused Glass suncatcher or Small Dish (LLC 4793)
Spring | Tuesday, Jan. 28 | 6-9 p.m. | Main Campus | $89Fused 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: $120Spring Fower Candle Arch (LLC 1034)
Spring | Tuesday, April 1 | 6-9 p.m. | Main Campus | $99REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 6.
Music
You Can Uke (LLC 5381)
Spring | Saturday, March 8 | 9 a.m.-Noon | Main Campus
Purchase ukulele: $119; Bring ukulele: $79Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People (LLC 4059)
Spring | Saturday, April 26 | 9 a.m.-Noon | Webinar | $69Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People (LLC 4091)
Spring | Saturday, April 26 | 1-3:30 p.m. | Webinar | $69REGISTRATION 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 | $199Beginning Wheel Throwing (LLC 5337)
Spring | Saturdays, Feb. 8-March 29 | 10 a.m.-Noon | Main Campus | $275Advanced Wheel Throwing (LLC 5382)
Spring | Saturdays, Feb. 8-March 29 | 10 a.m.-Noon | Main Campus | $275REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 6.
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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 | $119REGISTRATION 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 | $99Wine 101: Charcuterie & Wine Pairing (LLC 2080)
Spring | Saturday, Feb. 8 | 3-5 p.m. | See Above | $49Wine 201: Wine Aromas & Analysis (LLC 2081)
Spring | Saturday, March 22 | 3-5 p.m. | See Above | $49Winery Tour & Barrel Tasting (LLC 2082)
Spring | Saturday, April 26 | 3-5 p.m. | See Above | $49Pub Crawl, Pub Food 1 (LLC 2800)
Spring | Monday, April 28 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | City Center Campus | $99REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 6.
Home Cooking
SOUPer Bowl (LLC 2818)
Spring | Monday, Feb. 3 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | City Center Campus | $99Big Easy Favorites 2 (LLC 3151)
Spring | Monday, Feb. 24 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | City Center Campus | $99Crock Pot Meal Prep (LLC 3449)
Spring | Monday, March 10 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | City Center Campus | $99Spring Charcuterie Board (LLC 3452)
Spring | Saturday, April 5 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | City Center Campus | $99Essential Knife Skills (LLC 1510)
Spring | Tuesday, April 22 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | City Center Campus | $69REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 6.
International Flavors
That's Italian (LLC 3446)
Spring | Tuesday, Feb. 11 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | City Center Campus | $99Handmade Pasta from Scratch (LLC 5951)
Spring | Monday, March 24 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | City Center Campus | $99Authentic Mexican Empanadas (LLC 2843)
Spring | Wednesday, April 9 | 5-8 p.m. | City Center Campus | $99Vegan Cinco de Mayo (LLC 3448)
Spring | Saturday, May 3 | 9 a.m.-Noon | City Center Campus | $99REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 6.
Pastry & Desserts
Oh, Crepe! (LLC 5952)
Spring | Tuesday, Feb. 4 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | City Center Campus | $79Heart-Shaped French Macarons (LLC 3014)
Spring | Saturday, Feb. 8 | 9 a.m.-Noon | City Center Campus | $99Feel the Love for Chocolate (LLC 2845)
Spring | Saturday, Feb. 1 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | City Center Campus | $99Frostings & Fillings (LLC 2801)
Spring | Saturday, Feb. 22 | 9 a.m.-Noon | City Center Campus | $99Spring Flowers and Bunnies Cookie Platter (LLC 2841)
Spring | Wednesday, March 26 | 5-8 p.m. | Romeoville Campus | $79Pucker Up Lemon Desserts (LLC 3443)
Spring | Wednesday, April 16 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | City Center Campus | $99Easter Tres Leches Cake (LLC 2837)
Spring | Thursday, April 17 | 5-8 p.m. | City Center Campus | $99Mother's Day Cupcake Bouquet (LLC 2817)
Spring | Thursday, May 8 | 5-8 p.m. | Romeoville Campus | $79REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 6.
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History Classes
History of Chicago Retail Giants (LLC 3473)
Spring | Thursday, Feb. 20 | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Romeoville Campus | $39Sci-Fi and the Cold War (LLC 3475)
Spring | Monday, March 3 | 5-6:30 p.m. | Romeoville Campus | $39The Crusades (LLC 3476)
Spring | Monday, March 31 | 5-6:30 p.m. | Romeoville Campus | $39Prairie Avenue: The 'Sunny Street that Held the Sifted Few' (LLC 3474)
Spring | Monday, April 21 | 5-6:30 p.m. | Romeoville Campus | $39The Early History of Illinois (LLC 3477)
Spring | Thursday, May 1 | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Romeoville Campus | $39REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 6.
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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.
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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 | $159REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 6.
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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 | $39Understanding Life Insurance (LLC 3398)
Spring | Wednesday, March 19 | 6-8 p.m. | Main Campus | $39Understanding Auto and Home Insurance (LLC 2040)
Spring | Tuesday, April 1 | 6-8 p.m. | Main Campus | $39Keep More of What You Earn (LLC 3397)
Spring | Thursday, April 17 | 6-8 p.m. | Main Campus | $39Retirement
Retirement Planning Today (LLC 5212)
Spring | Tuesday, Feb. 18 & 25 | 6-8:30 p.m. | Main Campus | $39Plan Ahead: Retirement is on the Horizon (LLC 2724)
Spring | Tuesday, March 4 | 6:30-9 p.m. | Webinar | $39REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 6.
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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 | $110Illinois 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 | $110Illinois 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 | $75REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 6.
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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.
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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 | $69Spring Scents Make & Take (LLC 3349)
Spring | Monday, March 24 | 6:45-8:15 p.m. | Sage Bodywork & Wellness | $29DIY Spa Night (LLC 3623)
Spring | Friday, April 4 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Sage Bodywork & Wellness | $29Pathways to Improved Memory (LLC 4193)
Spring | Thursday, April 10 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Romeoville Campus | $35Is It Time to Declutter? (LLC 4094)
Spring | Thursday, May 1 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Romeoville Campus | $35Mental 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 | FreeREGISTRATION 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
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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.
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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.
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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.
Topics include:
◾ Communication
◾ Creative Arts
◾ Gardening
◾ Genealogy
◾ Health & Wellness
◾ Home Computers & Technology
◾ Language
◾ Nutrition
◾ Parenting
◾ Personal Finance
◾ Photography
◾ Reading & Writing
◾ Test Prep
