Manufacturing 101: Build Skills. Build Your Future.

Join Us at Oakton College – Skokie Campus!

Discover the world of manufacturing at an exciting in-person event hosted in Room A151. Whether you're new to the field or looking to sharpen your skills, this is your chance to jumpstart a career in one of today’s most in-demand industries. And it’s completely FREE!

Manufacturing 101: Build Skills. Build Your Future.
This hands-on, cohort-based training program offers industry-recognized certification and direct pathways to employment with select regional partners. Learn foundational skills, gain real-world insight, and get connected to real job opportunities in manufacturing.

Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your future!

Reserve Your Spot
Space is limited. Secure your place in the upcoming intake session by registering today.

Upcoming Intake Session

This is your gateway into the program.

During the intake session, participants will:

• Receive a full overview of the training experience
• Begin registration for both the NIWC-sponsored online training and the OSHA 10 certification
  
  About the Program
  
• 8-week sponsored online training Delivered through the Tooling SME platform, hosted by Daley College
• Pathway to Employment Participants who complete the program will be eligible for hiring consideration with local employers

• OSHA 10-Hour Certification In-person safety training aligned with industry standards
  
  
  What to Expect from the Program
  

• An OSHA 10 Certification + Earned credit for our Occupational Safety Course
• Eight-week schedule with sessions held twice per week
• Hybrid learning model: online coursework plus in-person certification
• Collaborative, cohort-based learning environment
• Support and guidance throughout your training and employment pathway
  
  Who Should Participate?

• Recent grads

•Career changers

• Adult learners and job seekers

Cofacilitated and Cosponsored by the Oakton College Educational Foundation and the Northern Illinois Workforce Coalition of Illinois Community Colleges.

The Northern Illinois Workforce Coalition (NIWC) of Illinois Community Colleges includes City Colleges of Chicago, College of DuPage, College of Lake County, Elgin Community College, Harper College, Joliet Junior College, Kankakee Community College, McHenry County College, Moraine Valley Community College, Morton College, Oakton Community College, Prairie State College, Triton College, and Waubonsee Community College.

Questions? Contact Itri Papanikolla