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University of Illinois Extension - Unity Community Center

Location Name
University of Illinois Extension - Unity Community Center
632 West Orlando Avenue, Normal, IL 61761
Offers resources on Commercial Agriculture that have been organized into several topical themes to help explore areas of interest. From educational curriculum units to websites devoted to deeply exploring a single topic area, the resource collection represents best practices based on both proven and emerging research and the work of professional education staff.
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Linn County Regional Center

Location Name
Linn County Regional Center
1770 Boyson Road, Hiawatha, IA 52233
Continuing education courses, including general interest classes, computer classes and pre-employment training programs.
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Jones County Regional Center

Location Name
Jones County Regional Center
220 Welter Drive, Monticello, IA 52310
Continuing education courses, including general interest classes, computer classes and pre-employment training programs.
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University of Illinois Extension - Livingston County Satellite Office

Location Name
University of Illinois Extension - Livingston County Satellite Office
1412 South Locust Street, Pontiac, IL 61764
Offers resources on Commercial Agriculture that have been organized into several topical themes to help explore areas of interest. From educational curriculum units to websites devoted to deeply exploring a single topic area, the resource collection represents best practices based on both proven and emerging research and the work of professional education staff.
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Iowa Western Community College Adult Learning Center

Location Name
Iowa Western Community College Adult Learning Center
2700 College Road, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Free short-term career training program for Iowa residents who are unemployed and underemployed needing gainful employment.

Financial assistance may include program tuition and books, required fees, materials and other services. The program provides resources to Iowa residents who would otherwise not be able to afford career training.

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Learning Center at Falls City

Location Name
Learning Center at Falls City
3200 Bill Schock Boulevard, Falls City, NE 68355

Offers credit and non-credit classes and workshops throughout the year. Some of the workshops include gardening and landscape instruction, cooking classes, computer literacy training programs, arts and crafts instructions and continuing education. 

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Southridge

Location Name
Southridge
1111 East Army Post Road, Suite 2004, Des Moines, IA 50315

Offers the following services:

- ESL (English as a Second Language) program for individuals who speak, read, and write best in a language other than English and wish to improve their English language skills. Courses range from entry-level English to college-prep English.

- HiSET and High School Completion Center, providing testing and preparation for high school equivalency.

- Adult Literacy program offering opportunities for adults to enhance literacy skills and refresh basics in reading, writing, and math. Classes are available at various locations in and around Des Moines in collaboration with local schools and organizations.

- Citizenship Education programs that prepare individuals to take the oath of U.S. citizenship and understand the rights and responsibilities of citizenship. These courses help immigrants gain knowledge of American culture, institutions, and ideals, as well as U.S. history, the Constitution, and the structure and functions of government.

- College (core) classes for DMACC's associate degree programs and non-credit classes for personal and professional development.

- Continuing Education classes offered at DMACC.

- Business consulting services.

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NIU Lifelong Learning Institute

Location Name
NIU Lifelong Learning Institute
148 North 3rd Street, Dekalb, IL 60115

Offers a member-directed group of retirement-age people who seek new learning experiences. Members, regardless of their education, continue to learn in an informal, flexible, and non-competitive environment with individual participation. Rekindling old interests and pursue new ones at a reasonable cost without being concerned about credits, grades, exams, or prerequisites. Information about upcoming courses can be found on the website.

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Northeast Iowa Community College - Calmar Campus

Location Name
Northeast Iowa Community College - Calmar Campus
1625 Hwy 150, Calmar, IA 52132

A comprehensive community college offering career and technical, transfer degrees, diplomas, and certificates designed to support a wide range of educational and career goals. The college serves recent high school graduates, adult learners, youth and individuals seeking to advance or change careers. NICC provides High School Equivalency (HSE) preparation/testing programs that help students build the knowledge and skills comparable to a high school education. The college also offers English as a Second Language (ESOL) programs to support non-native speakers in developing listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills necessary for success in academic, professional, and community settings. In addition, the college delivers workforce training, continuing education and short-term credential programs aligned with regional industry needs, helping students quickly gain in-demand skills and enter or advance in the workforce. 

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Learning Center at Plattsmouth

Location Name
Learning Center at Plattsmouth
537 Main Street, Plattsmouth, NE 68048

Offers credit and non-credit classes and workshops throughout the year. Some of the workshops include gardening and landscape instruction, cooking classes, computer literacy training programs, arts and crafts instructions and continuing education. 

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Iowa Valley Community College - Grinnell

Location Name
Iowa Valley Community College - Grinnell
123 6th Avenue West, Grinnell, IA 50112
Non-credit continuing education classes for career preparation and skills upgrading.
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Mind and Spirit Counseling Center

Location Name
Mind and Spirit Counseling Center
8553 Urbandale Avenue, Urbandale, IA 50322

Offers a Graduate Psychotherapy Training program for students completing graduate level programs in mental health related fields who are seeking an intensive psychotherapy training experience. This is a one to two-year clinical experience. Schedules and hours are determined subject to the needs of each student's academic program, personal needs and center needs and resources. 

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Northeast Iowa Community College - Oelwein Center

Location Name
Northeast Iowa Community College - Oelwein Center
1400 Technology Drive, Oelwein, IA 50662

A comprehensive community college offering career and technical, transfer degrees, diplomas, and certificates designed to support a wide range of educational and career goals. The college serves recent high school graduates, adult learners, youth and individuals seeking to advance or change careers. NICC provides High School Equivalency (HSE) preparation/testing programs that help students build the knowledge and skills comparable to a high school education. The college also offers English as a Second Language (ESOL) programs to support non-native speakers in developing listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills necessary for success in academic, professional, and community settings. In addition, the college delivers workforce training, continuing education and short-term credential programs aligned with regional industry needs, helping students quickly gain in-demand skills and enter or advance in the workforce. 

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Learning Center at Nebraska City

Location Name
Learning Center at Nebraska City
1406 Central Avenue, Nebraska City, NE 68410

Offers credit and non-credit classes and workshops throughout the year. Some of the workshops include gardening and landscape instruction, cooking classes, computer literacy training programs, arts and crafts instructions and continuing education. 

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Northeast Iowa Community College - Waukon Center

Location Name
Northeast Iowa Community College - Waukon Center
1220 3rd Avenue NW, Suite 102, Waukon, IA 52172

A comprehensive community college offering career and technical, transfer degrees, diplomas, and certificates designed to support a wide range of educational and career goals. The college serves recent high school graduates, adult learners, youth and individuals seeking to advance or change careers. NICC provides High School Equivalency (HSE) preparation/testing programs that help students build the knowledge and skills comparable to a high school education. The college also offers English as a Second Language (ESOL) programs to support non-native speakers in developing listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills necessary for success in academic, professional, and community settings. In addition, the college delivers workforce training, continuing education and short-term credential programs aligned with regional industry needs, helping students quickly gain in-demand skills and enter or advance in the workforce. 

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Northeast Iowa Community College - Peosta Campus

Location Name
Northeast Iowa Community College - Peosta Campus
8342 Nicc Drive, Peosta, IA 52068

A comprehensive community college offering career and technical, transfer degrees, diplomas, and certificates designed to support a wide range of educational and career goals. The college serves recent high school graduates, adult learners, youth and individuals seeking to advance or change careers. NICC provides High School Equivalency (HSE) preparation/testing programs that help students build the knowledge and skills comparable to a high school education. The college also offers English as a Second Language (ESOL) programs to support non-native speakers in developing listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills necessary for success in academic, professional, and community settings. In addition, the college delivers workforce training, continuing education and short-term credential programs aligned with regional industry needs, helping students quickly gain in-demand skills and enter or advance in the workforce. 

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Dubuque Center

Location Name
Dubuque Center
700 Main Street, Dubuque, IA 52001

A comprehensive community college offering career and technical, transfer degrees, diplomas, and certificates designed to support a wide range of educational and career goals. The college serves recent high school graduates, adult learners, youth and individuals seeking to advance or change careers. NICC provides High School Equivalency (HSE) preparation/testing programs that help students build the knowledge and skills comparable to a high school education. The college also offers English as a Second Language (ESOL) programs to support non-native speakers in developing listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills necessary for success in academic, professional, and community settings. In addition, the college delivers workforce training, continuing education and short-term credential programs aligned with regional industry needs, helping students quickly gain in-demand skills and enter or advance in the workforce. 

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Kirkwood Regional Center at the University of Iowa

Location Name
Kirkwood Regional Center at the University of Iowa
2301 Oakdale Boulevard, Coralville, IA 52241
Continuing education courses, including general interest classes, computer classes and pre-employment training programs.
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Williamson County Programs on Aging

Location Name
Williamson County Programs on Aging
1201 Weaver Road, Herrin, IL 62948

Provides recreational activities, including:

  • Bingo
  • Games
  • Crafts
  • Television
  • Visiting
  • Reading
Other programs for older adults include:
  • Educational opportunities in conjunction with John A. Logan College
  • Two computers for internet usage and email
  • On-site painting class
  • Rules of the Road and Defensive Driving classes
  • Low impact stretching and exercise classes for those with arthritis

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Iowa Valley Education and Training Center

Location Name
Iowa Valley Education and Training Center
206 East Church Street, Marshalltown, IA 50158
Non-credit continuing education classes for career preparation and skills upgrading.
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Learning Center at York

Location Name
Learning Center at York
401 North Lincoln Avenue, York, NE 68467

Offers credit and non-credit classes and workshops throughout the year. Some of the workshops include gardening and landscape instruction, cooking classes, computer literacy training programs, arts and crafts instructions and continuing education. 

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Learning Center at Hebron

Location Name
Learning Center at Hebron
610 Jefferson Avenue, Hebron, NE 68370

Offers credit and non-credit classes and workshops throughout the year. Some of the workshops include gardening and landscape instruction, cooking classes, computer literacy training programs, arts and crafts instructions and continuing education. 

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Des Moines Public Schools

Location Name
Des Moines Public Schools
2100 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA 50321
Offers a variety of classes available to students and adults. Subjects covered include: art, swimming, home and garden, writing/journalism, food & nutrition, cooking, health & fitness, music, parenting, finance, do it yourself, sports, etc. Online classes are also available. Class schedules are available online and at all public library locations. Classes are held at local schools.
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Learning Center at Wahoo

Location Name
Learning Center at Wahoo
536 North Broadway, Wahoo, NE 68066

Offers credit and non-credit classes and workshops throughout the year. Some of the workshops include gardening and landscape instruction, cooking classes, computer literacy training programs, arts and crafts instructions and continuing education. 

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Iowa County Center

Location Name
Iowa County Center
200 West Street, Williamsburg, IA 52361
Continuing education courses, including general interest classes, computer classes and pre-employment training programs.
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