Lincoln Land Community College has launched its new ‘Professional Development Institute,’ offering a range of training and continuing education courses for employers and working professionals across Central Illinois. The Professional Development Institute acts as LLCC’s center for workforce and professional learning, businesses and organizations with targeted training, and customized solutions aligned with our region’s employment demands.

The ‘PDI’ offers both in-person workshops and online classes, with programming designed to adapt to a changing world. Areas of focus include: leadership and management, technology and computer skills, workplace safety certifications, entrepreneurship and small business development, professional skills, and continuing education for health care and K-12 education professionals.

In addition to open-enrollment courses, the Professional Development Institute works directly with employers to create unique training plans geared towards their specific goals and challenges. Training can be delivered onsite, at LLCC locations, or online, allowing organizations to upskill employees without disrupting day-to-day operations.

To celebrate the launch, the Professional Development Institute is offering 50 percent off Spring Professional Development courses through January 30th using the code: EARLYBIRD. The discount is supported in part by a ‘Noncredit Strategies at Work’ grant from the Illinois Community College Board.

Courses available this Spring include CompTIA certifications, AI at Work, Power Automate Jumpstart, Supervision Essentials, Small Business Finance, Navigating Generational Differences in Today’s Workplace, among other offerings.

Find out more about Lincoln Land Community College’s ‘Professional Development Institute’ at www.llcc.edu.