Developmental Education

Aimed at building life skills, Reach Out courses help students develop independence and self-advocacy abilities. Topics covered include living independently, communication skills, current events, managing money, nutrition and health, decision making and goal setting.

Basic Civics

This class focuses on the basic concepts associated with local, state and federal governments. Students learn about legislative processes and the importance of being active participants in our democracy.

Mondays and Wednesdays, June 29 to July 29
1 to 2:30 p.m.
LEISR-0070-060, $199
On campus in Glen Ellyn

Career Exploration

This class explores the differences between a job, an occupation and a career. Students have the opportunity to define their vocational interests, identify their skills and develop a realistic view of their goals.

Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 30 to August 4 (No class July 2)
9 to 10:30 a.m.
LEISR-0070-105, $199
On campus in Glen Ellyn

Daily Communication

This course reviews basic concepts of communication. Students participate in role-playing activities to help develop the positive verbal and non-verbal skills and confidence needed to speak to others. Topics include beginning and ending a conversation, asking pertinent questions and appropriately participating in a conversation.

Mondays and Wednesdays, June 29 to July 29
9 to 10:30 a.m.
LEISR-0070-015, $199
On campus in Glen Ellyn

NEW COURSE—check it out! Design Your Own Greeting Cards 

This class will give students the opportunity to use different mediums to create greeting cards that they can package and take home for use or gifts. Necessary materials will be provided in class.

Mondays and Wednesdays, July 6 to Aug. 5
11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
LEISR-0070-110, $219
On campus in Glen Ellyn

Everyday Math

This class teaches students how to apply basic math skills to situations everyone encounters on a daily basis. Concepts covered are related to money, time, recipes and more.

Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 25  to July 30 (no class on July 2)
11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
LEISR-0070-075, $199
On campus in Glen Ellyn

NEW COURSE—check it out!  Improving Vocabulary II 

This follow-up to Improving Vocabulary I will focus on improving vocabulary through a different set of targeted activities. Students will describe how items are alike and different based on their function, category, attributes and combinations. We will also complete exercises reinforcing synonyms/antonyms. 

Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 30 to August 4 (No class July 2)
1 to 2:30 p.m.
LEISR-0070-086, $199
On campus in Glen Ellyn

Introduction to Improv

This one-day, two-hour workshop helps students explore acting as a fun and creative outlet and develop skills that boost confidence.

Friday, June 12
9 to 11 a.m.
LEISR-0070-035, $59
McAninch Arts Center (MAC), Room 188

Introductory American Sign Language

This engaging course is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of American Sign Language (ASL). Through interactive lessons, hands-on activities, and real-life scenarios, students will develop basic communication skills in ASL.

Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 25 to July 30 (No class on July 2)
1 to 2:30 p.m.
LEISR-0070-068, $199
On campus in Glen Ellyn

Living on Your Own

This course is divided into three main sections. First, explore the steps needed to choose a place to live. Second, explore finances and learn about utilities, rent and banking. Third, explore the steps involved in furnishing a home.

Tuesday and Thursday, July 30 to Aug. 4 (No class  July 2)
11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
LEISR-0070-025, $199
On campus in Glen Ellyn

Personal Awareness

This course is divided into two sections. The first five sessions explore personal values, goals and the development of emotional management skills. The remainder of the course covers personal safety and includes topics such as staying safe in public and at home, internet safety, identity theft and making healthy decisions.

Mondays and Wednesdays, June 29 to July 29 
11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
LEISR-0070-020, $199
On campus in Glen Ellyn

Vocational Skills courses are developmental-level, non-credit courses designed to develop workplace skills that can lead to competitive, entry-level employment and enhance everyday living skills. Most courses meet two days a week, two hours a day for eight weeks on campus in Glen Ellyn.

Students are integrated into the COD campus life by being supported through the student services that are afforded to all COD students.

Computer Skills I 

This class introduces computer technology and word processing. Instruction includes an overview of the basic parts of a computer, how to create and edit documents for business, and how to use the internet and email. Prerequisite: Keyboard Skills I or previous keyboard experience.

Mondays and Wednesdays, June 1 to July 22 (no class July 13 and 15)
Noon to 1:50 p.m.
VOCSK-0021-001, $259
On campus in Glen Ellyn

Keyboarding Skills I

Learn computer keyboard and typing basics, including touch-typing alphabetic and special characters.

Mondays and Wednesdays, June 1 to July 22 (no class July 13 and 15)
9 to 10:50 a.m.
VOCSK-0020-001, $259
On campus in Glen Ellyn