The College for Kids program will run from June 30th through July 25th, 2025, and is designed to provide an engaging, educational experience for children and young adults. The convenient schedule offers a wide range of courses that challenge young minds while allowing families to enjoy a more flexible summer routine.

“We’re thrilled to offer this program again to our community,” said Gervaise Edwards, Program Manager for C3. “College for Kids not only helps prevent summer learning loss, but it also gives children a fun and supportive environment to explore new interests, meet new friends, and gain confidence.”

All courses are taught by certified instructors who bring creativity, energy, and educational expertise to the classroom. Classes cover a variety of topics including arts and crafts, STEM, writing, technology, math, and more.

Enrollment is open now, and classes fill up quickly. Parents and guardians are encouraged to register early to secure a spot.

For more information or to enroll your child, please visit College for Kids [https://www.ssc.edu/non-credit-offerings/department-of-continuing-corporate-and-community-education-c3/continuing-education/college-for-kids/] or contact the Continuing Education Department at (708) 596-2000, ext. 5723 or email gedwards@ssc.edu.

About South Suburban College:
South Suburban College is a public, comprehensive community college in South Holland, Illinois, dedicated to serving the diverse educational and cultural needs of the region. SSC provides a wide array of academic, career, and continuing education programs designed to support student success and community enrichment. Learn more at https://www.ssc.edu/.

PHOTO: South Suburban College Logo

Children entering grades 2 through 12 are invited to join this exciting program. Participants will have the opportunity to explore a variety of subjects, including reading, study skills, grammar and writing, math, Spanish, arts & crafts, and game creation. Each session is designed to enhance your child’s learning by reviewing and introducing new course materials.

All instructors are certified teachers dedicated to contributing to your child’s academic and personal growth. To ensure quality education, most classes require a minimum enrollment of five students and have a maximum limit. Enrollment is on a “first-come, first-served” basis, and students are encouraged to register at least one week before the start of classes.

“Children in this program have the opportunity to learn in a variety of academic arenas. It will help keep their educational tools sharp during the summer months when school is not in session,” said Gervaise Edwards, Manager of C3. “This experience can lead participants to have better, brighter futures.”

The College for Kids program will be held at SSC’s Main Campus located at 15800 S. State St., South Holland, IL 60473. For more information or to enroll a child in the College for Kids program, please contact the C3 department at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2231, or ext. 5723. Check us out online at College for Kids.

PHOTO: South Suburban College: College for Kids Outdoor Fun.

South Suburban College extends an invitation to passionate educators to join its team for College for Kids, commencing on Monday, June 24, 2024, and concluding on Thursday, July 25, 2024. Please note, classes will not be held on Tuesday, July 4, 2024, due to the campus closure for the holiday.

“Participation in this program offers children a diverse range of academic pursuits, ensuring that their educational skills remain sharp throughout the summer break,” stated Gervaise Edwards, Manager of C3. “This experience serves as a catalyst for shaping brighter futures for our young participants.”

For further details, please reach out to Gervaise Edwards, Manager of the C3 Department, at (708) 596-2000, ext. 5723. The program will take place at SSC’s Main Campus, located at 15800 S. State St., South Holland, IL 60473. Please visit www.ssc.edu for a comprehensive listing of non-credit classes.

PHOTO: The South Suburban College Main Campus in South Holland, Illinois.

The materials covered in the sessions do not repeat but enhance your child’s learning method of reviewing and introducing new course materials. All of our instructors are certified teachers who are looking forward to adding to your child’s development. Most classes require a minimum of five students, and some courses have a maximum limit. All registration is on a “first-come, first serve” basis. We ask that students enroll at least one week before the start of class.

“Children in this program have the opportunity to learn in a variety of academic arenas. It will help keep their educational tools sharp during the summer months when school is not in session,” said Gervaise Edwards, Manager of C3. “This experience can lead participants to have better, brighter futures.”

SSC’s Main Campus will offer this program at 15800 S. State St., South Holland, IL 60473. Contact the C3 department at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2231, or ext. 5723 for more information or to enroll a child in College for Kids. Visit ssc.edu for a complete listing of non-credit classes for youth and adults.

The American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider CPR course will run on Tuesday, March 14, Saturday, March 18, and Tuesday, March 28, at various times. The course has an age requirement of 18 and older and prepares healthcare professionals to perform high-quality CPR for victims of all ages. This course is designed for individuals who must take a healthcare provider course for employment or as a prerequisite for Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and BLS instructor courses. The cost of the course is $89.

The AHA’S Heart Saver Total First Aid CPR Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) course includes student training supplies, a workbook, and a digital certification. The course runs Tuesday, March 14, and Tuesday, March 28, at various times. The course trains participants to provide first aid, CPR, and how to use an AED in a safe, timely, and effective manner. The comprehensive curriculum is designed to meet licensing requirements for Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) and other regulatory agencies. The course is for individuals with limited medical training who need a course completion card for employment or those who want to prep for an emergency in any setting. The cost of the course is $99.

Registration for the non-credit courses is strongly suggested. Classes are held at SSC’s Oak Forest Campus, 16333 S. Kilbourn Ave., Oak Forest, IL 60452. For more information, please contact the C3 office at 708-596-2000, ext. 2231.

“Non-credit classes at South Suburban College help the community achieve success by motivating both the mind and body to learn something new,” said Gervaise Edwards, Manager of C3 at SSC.

With a wide assortment of online and in-person class times, course lengths and subject matter, students have the flexibility to incorporate classes into their busy schedules. Some of the upcoming courses available include, but are not limited to:

• Art (such as Paint Thursday Fun Night)
• Dancing (such as Stepping)
• How to Host a Successful Podcast
• Real Estate Principles
• IL CCL Training Firearms
• Computers for Late Bloomers
• Cyber Safety and Understanding
• Balloon for Profit
• Food Service Certification
• Spanish I – Conversational
• Beginner’s Guide to Getting Published

Non-credit classes begin all semester long, with a majority of the aforementioned courses starting in September. For more information, or to register for non-credit classes at SSC, please contact the C3 Department at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2231, or visit www.ssc.edu. The South Suburban College Main Campus is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois.

This program will begin on Tuesday, June 28, 2022 and conclude on Thursday, July 28, 2022. Classes will not be offered on Monday, July 4, 2022, as campus will be closed for the holiday.

Applicants must be 18 years of age or older and should be familiar with educating children in grades K-12. While teaching credentials are preferred, experience educating in a school setting is sufficient to apply for these paid positions. This program will explore reading, study skills, grammar and essays, math (including pre-algebra, algebra and geometry), foreign language (such as Spanish), and art.

“Teachers in the College for Kids program have a direct opportunity to positively impact the youth of our community through education,” said Gervaise Edwards, Manager of C3. “If teaching is your calling and the future is your concern, this opportunity is right for you. Teachers in this program influence, inspire and mentor our local children to have better, brighter futures.”

Call Gervaise Edwards at (708) 596-2000 ext. 5723 for more information or to apply to teach in this program. College for Kids will be offered on SSC’s Main Campus, located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois.

The HCCTP has been offered at SSC since 2014. Completers of the 12-week program are equipped with various skills that can lead to employment in the trades with high income potential. Career opportunities for those who complete the program include but are not limited to: iron worker, electrician, pipefitter, carpenter, laborer and equipment operator.

A goal of the SSC HCCTP is to increase the number of minorities, women and disadvantaged individuals working in Illinois highway construction. The HCCTP is funded through a partnership with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), thus allowing the program to be free. While enrolled, students will be paid a stipend for each full hour of training completed.

The program will begin on April 4, 2022 and will run daily, Monday through Friday, between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Applicants must be 18 years of age or older, have a high school diploma or GED, an interest in working in the trades, and successfully pass a drug screening (including THC). They are also required to provide a valid driver’s license.

For more information, or to register, visit www.ssc.edu/hcctp or call (708) 596-2000, ext. 3219. All orientation and assessment testing will be held at SSC’s Oak Forest Center, located at 16333 South Kilbourn Avenue, Oak Forest, Illinois. Temperature checks, masks and social distancing are required on campus. Para información en Español, llame (708) 210-5740.

The Illinois Department of Transportation and the participating community colleges do not guarantee employment upon trainees’ graduation from the Highway Construction Careers Training Program.

With the wide variety of online and in-person class times, course lengths and subject matter, students have the flexibility of fitting school around a busy schedule. Some of the programs available include but are not limited to:

• Computers for Seniors
• Computer Viruses
• Art
• Introduction to Photography
• Expunge/Seal a Criminal Record
• IL CCL Firearms Train Renewal
• Conversational Spanish I
• OSHA Safety
• Event planning

Classes are starting throughout February. For more information about SSC’s non-credit classes or to register, please contact Continuing, Corporate, and Community Education (C3) at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2231, or visit www.ssc.edu. SSC is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois.

With the wide variety of start dates, class times, course lengths and offerings, students have the flexibility of fitting school around a busy schedule. Some of the programs available include but are not limited to:

• Food Service Sanitation
• Introduction to Photography
• DUI and the Law
• Conversational Spanish I
• Computer Viruses
• Real Estate Principles

Classes are starting September 13th and later. For more information about SSC’s non-credit classes or to register, please contact the Office of Continuing Education at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2231, or visit www.ssc.edu. SSC is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois.