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Sandburg provides trainings, workshops, educational day trips, and other offerings to inspire learning that enriches lives both professionally and personally at both our Galesburg and Carthage locations. Offerings are designed to attract everyone with a desire to learn, regardless of previous academic experience or career path. The following services promote lifelong learning from children to adults. Current course schedules can be viewed on the Sandburg website under Academics or by visiting https://www.sandburg.edu/academics/workforce-community-ed/index.html.
Workforce Development
Workforce Development serves the business and industrial community throughout the Sandburg district by providing non-credit offerings, workshops, on-site training programs, and customized trainings. Workforce staff will assist businesses in analyzing their needs and will work to arrange appropriate college services.
Trainings may be held at Sandburg’s main campus or 518 Collective, in Galesburg, or at the company’s location depending on their needs. Workforce Development trainings are also available through the Carthage campus.
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Community Education
Community Education offerings are held at various locations throughout the district and include non-credit, general interest workshops for personal growth and enjoyment. Sessions may be offered in areas such as history, art, computers, gardening, crafts, cooking, fitness and more. In addition, Sandburg offers educational day trips that provide individuals with a chance to explore interesting topics and visit unique places. Offerings are designed for various age and interest groups. Suggestions and ideas are always encouraged and can be shared by contacting the Galesburg’s Director of workforce development and community education, by phone at 309.341.5341 or by e-mail at myates@sandburg.edu, or the Executive Director of the Carthage Campus at 217.357.3129, ext. 7247.
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Youth programs
Sandburg offers short-term camps and programs for youth that challenge students and inspire learning in a fun environment. Participants learn about various professional fields through hands-on activities, field trips, guest speakers and more. Past offerings include programs designed to give youth an opportunity to explore professional careers in health care, manufacturing, criminal justice, and computer science. In addition to career exploration and enrichment offerings, young athletes have gained firsthand instruction from Sandburg coaches and players at sports camps for cross country, basketball, volleyball, softball, and soccer. Summer programs are held at the campuses in Galesburg and Carthage as well as at various community locations.
Become a Community Facilitator
We’re seeking passionate facilitators for new personal enrichment and workforce development programming. Whether you want to share a skill or teach a craft, we’re interested in your unique ideas.
What we offer:
- One-time workshops/series
- Flexible teaching schedule
- Opportunity to make a difference in lifelong learning and career training
Interested in teaching with us? Send your course proposals today and join our team in creating a vibrant learning environment!
For more information contact:
Director of Workforce Development and Community Education
2400 Tom L Wilson Blvd
Galesburg, IL 61401
309.341.5341
myates@sandburg.edu
Or
Executive Director of the Carthage Campus
305 Sandburg Drive
Carthage, IL 62321
217.357.3129, ext. 7247
jpospeschil@sandburg.edu
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