Harper College is closed Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth National Freedom Day.

Harper College
Learning and Career Center

Learning and Career Center in Prospect Heights

Learning and Career Center exterior

Construction and Summer Hours at the LCC

The LCC has parking lot and building renovations this summer.

Current building hours

  • Monday–Thursday: 8 a.m.–10 p.m.
  • Friday: 8 a.m.–Noon

Starting June 29 LCC staff will help visitors from the Harper Mobile Unit bus at the Piper Lane entrance:

  • Monday and Tuesday: 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
  • Wednesday: 8 a.m.–7 p.m.
  • No visitor service July 13–19

Staff will still answer phone calls and emails Monday through Friday at 847.925.6001 and LCC@harpercollege.edu

Careers. Convenience. Community.

Career certificate programs, Paths to College and Career skill-building courses, and foundational Adult Education courses (FREE High School Equivalency and English language) are hosted at our Prospect Heights location, the LCC.

Jump start your career with short programs that give you hands-on experience. Classes are offered during the day and evening. Scholarships and other financial aid options are available. LCC students can take advantage of lab computers, library, food pantry, a lactation/quiet space, Kids Care, and more.

All classes are held at the Learning and Career Center in Prospect Heights. Easily accessible from Prospect Heights, Wheeling and surrounding areas.

Free special services

  • Hawks Care at LCC offers students referrals to Harper and community resources, the Snack Shack, and food pantry. Ask at the LCC Reception desk for "Hawks Care Help."
  • Tax-Aide offers students and the community free, IRS-certified tax preparation February to April through the AARP Foundation (no age or income restrictions).
  • Immigration Legal Assistance is available once a month in partnership with North Suburban Legal Aid. Language support available on request in Spanish, Russian, Korean, Pashto, Farsi, and more.
  • Kids Care offers FREE child care and enrichment activities onsite while parents are in class—restrictions apply.

Coursework at LCC

  • Paths scholarship funds help underemployed adults explore careers and pursue noncredit coursework in health care, business, IT, manufacturing, and supply chain
  • The Guided Basic Skills Lab includes self-paced basic skills software with onsite support
  • Credit for Prior Learning resources help returning learners with exam costs and other assessment fees including foreign credential evaluations
  • Visit Paths to College and Career to learn more.

Learn basic supply chain logistics or career growth in areas such as warehouse operations, transportation, material handling and order fulfillment.

Advance in the lodging industry and participate in front desk activities, sales and supervision.

Learn basic care skills for patient well-being in health care facilities.

  • $18.75 hourly average in Cook County*
  • Includes 40-hour supervised clinical experience
  • View CNA program (pdf)

Take free foundational English classes during the day or the evening to fit your busy schedule.

Attend free High School Equivalency courses evenings and work to obtain your HSE diploma.

Questions?

Free application code? We can help.

Ready to apply?

For personalized assistance, call 847.925.6212 or email LCC@harpercollege.edu.

Contact us

Learning and Career Center in Prospect Heights
1375 South Wolf Road, Prospect Heights, IL 60070
Phone: 847.925.6001
LCC@harpercollege.edu
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Regular building hours

Monday through Thursday: 8 a.m.–10 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m.–noon during summer
We are closed on weekends and holidays. Monday to Thursday hours are shorter between semesters.

* Earnings statistics from O'Net and the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Last Updated: 6/18/26