TRAINING CENTER
DEVELOPMENT CENTER
TRAINING CENTER
Courses, Programs & Trainings
Intended for healthcare professionals who provide healthcare to patients in a wide variety of settings, including in-hospital and out-of-hospital settings. Students are taught CPR skills for victims of all ages, ventilation with a barrier device, a bag-mask device, and oxygen, use of an AED, and relief of FBAO.
Cost per student is $75.
September 25 - 26 @ 8:00AM - 6:00PM
Southern Illinois Equine Sale Barn, 2755 Goreville Rd, Goreville, IL
This intensive 2-day course provides foundational knowledge and practical skills necessary for performing artificial insemination (AI) in cattle. Through lecture-based learning and hands-on practice with reproductive tracts and live cattle, students will gain the confidence and competence to implement AI in a herd setting.
Tuition for this course is fully covered by a grant.
The 15 seat capacity for this course has been filled. You may still register for this course to be added to our waitlist.
October 17, 2025 @ 8:00AM - 4:00PM
Union County Extension Center
This 8-hour in-person workshop is designed to provide a practical, step-by-step overview of the grant writing process for individuals and organizations seeking funding opportunities. Participants will learn how to identify potential grant sources, understand funder expectations, and develop compelling proposals that align with their organization’s mission and objectives.
Topics will include writing effective narratives, setting clear goals and measurable outcomes, creating realistic budgets, and understanding post-award responsibilities. The session will include interactive exercises, real-world examples, and helpful templates that participants can immediately apply to future grant submissions.
Cost per student is $49.
Who Should Attend:
- Small business owners and entrepreneurs
- Nonprofit staff, board members, and volunteers
- Local government officials and department leaders
- Community and faith-based organization representatives
- Economic development and workforce development professionals
November 18, 2025 @ 8:00AM - 4:00PM
Union County Extension Center, Anna, IL
Cost per student is $99.
This course is a study of the principles involved in maintaining sanitary standards to protect the consumer from food-borne illness in food service establishments.
One main objective is to enable the student to pass the National Serv Safe Exam.
Cost per student is $70.
In collaboration with the Federal Highway Administration, the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) initiated a Highway Construction Careers Training Program (HCCTP) in late 2009, in an effort to increase access to highway construction jobs for minorities, women and disadvantaged individuals.
The Illinois Small Business Development Center provides assistance to small businesses with start-up, expansion, business and marketing plan assistance, accessing financing opportunities, and a variety of seminars and workshops.
Contacts
Melissa Luttenbacher
Director of Workforce Development
618-634-3241
melissal@shawneecc.edu
Mackenzie Scherer
Small Business Development Center Coordinator
618-634-3364
mackenzies@shawneecc.edu
Cheryl Cummins
Workforce Training Specialist
618-634-3211
cherylc@shawneecc.edu
Shawnee Community College is a licensed Continuing Education (CEU)/Continuing Professional Development (CPDU) sponsor. Please contact us about opportunities to receive CEUs for continuing education training offered by the college in a variety of professions.
