Unlock the power of AI in your daily work with this beginner-friendly, hands-on workshop designed for non-technical professionals. Learn how AI can streamline tasks, improve decision-making, and enhance team collaboration. Through practical exercises and real-world examples, you'll gain experience using popular AI tools and uncover how they can transform productivity in your workplace.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, LLCC-Medical District Room 118

Artificial intelligence (AI) can accelerate productivity, but it doesn't replace sound judgment. This workshop helps professionals sharpen their critical thinking skills while working with AI tools. Participants will learn how to question outputs, spot potential bias, and combine human expertise with AI insights to make smarter, more ethical decisions.
Tuesday, April 7, 2026, LLCC-Medical District Room 202
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, LLCC-Litchfield Room A100

Prepare students for life beyond the classroom. This full-day, hands-on workshop helps grades 6-12 educators transform existing lessons into authentic, career-connected projects that build both academic mastery and essential employability skills. Participants will explore how to integrate the Illinois PaCE and Essential Employability Skills frameworks, develop rubrics that measure collaboration and professionalism, and create meaningful assessments that mirror real workplace expectations. By the end of the day, educators will leave with a ready-to-implement project and the tools to make learning more engaging, relevant, and future-focused. CPDUs: 4.5 hours
Monday, May 4, 2026, LLCC-Medical District Room 202

Take your AI skills to the next level with this hands-on workshop designed for professionals with some experience with AI tools. Discover the art and science of crafting effective prompts to unlock the full potential of AI-powered systems like ChatGPT and CoPilot. Through guided exercises and real-world applications, you'll learn to structure clear, precise prompts and explore advanced techniques to tackle complex tasks. Gain the skills to troubleshoot outputs, optimize results, and leverage AI to enhance productivity in your workplace. Leave empowered to use AI as a powerful ally in solving business challenges.
Wednesday, March 18, 2026, LLCC-Medical District Room 118

This workshop helps participants understand, communicate with, and engage a multigenerational workforce. Through dynamic discussions, role-play scenarios, and practical exercises, attendees will explore generational traits, communication preferences, and values to foster inclusive and productive workplace relationships. Participants will identify and challenge age-based assumptions, practice inclusive communication strategies, and build action plans to enhance intergenerational collaboration. The session concludes with a focus on leveraging diverse strengths, fostering trust, and promoting mentorship across generations.
Tuesday, February 17, 2026, LLCC-Medical District Room 202
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, LLCC-Litchfield Room A100

Learn how to confidently read and use your financial statements to make smarter business decisions. This self-paced online course gives you 8 weeks of access from the time you start. You'll gain practical skills to interpret your Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow statements-and turn that data into strategy. Ideal for small business owners, freelancers, and entrepreneurs who want to better manage cash flow, control costs, and plan for growth.
February 2, 2026 to March 29, 2026
March 30, 2026 to May 24, 2026

This self-paced course equips current and aspiring supervisors with essential skills for effectively managing employees and teams. Participants will learn practical strategies for hiring, performance management, motivation, engagement, conflict resolution, and workplace safety.
February 2, 2026 to March 29, 2026
March 30, 2026 to May 24, 2026

Are you ready to launch or grow your own business? This self-paced, online course gives you the tools, strategies, and confidence to succeed as an entrepreneur while preparing you to pass the nationally recognized Entrepreneurship and Small Enterprise Skills (ESESS) Certification Exam.Over 15 weeks of flexible, on-demand access, you'll strengthen the skills every entrepreneur needs: business planning, marketing, finance, operations, and legal essentials. You'll also gain access to practice questions and resources that make test prep straightforward and effective.By the end, you'll not only be prepared for the exam, but you'll be equipped with practical knowledge to apply directly to your business journey. The course fee includes one exam voucher, so you can earn your ESESS credential and show investors, partners, and customers that you're serious about success.
December 1, 2025 to March 16, 2026
December 15, 2025 to March 30, 2026
January 12, 2026 to April 27, 2026