Degree Completion Time: Short-Term Training (Less than 9 months)

Illinois Works’ free Pre-Apprenticeship program prepares students to transition into a Department of Labor registered apprenticeship in the trades. The training covers positions in multiple trades, including: Carpenters, Electricians, Sheet Metal Workers, Plumbers & Steamfitters, Laborers, Bricklayers, Glaziers, Roofers, and Operators. The program offers classroom instruction, wrap-around services, student support services, stipends, and industry recognized certifications (MC3, OSHA, First Aid/CPR).

The Industrial Job Skills Training program helps students develop a strong understanding of basic manufacturing, job readiness and Essential Skills, math, CNC machining, welding, safety and OSHA training. Graduates receive certifications like Tooling U’s Certified Manufacturing Manufacturing Associate, OSHA 10, First Aid/CPR, Forklift, Craning and Rigging.

Richland's Construction Training program prepares students with basic knowledge in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, roofing, and more. Coursework covers math skills, OSHA, hand & power tool safety & usage, blueprint reading, and forklift, scissor lift & telescopic boom lift operation. Students also receive EnRich's trauma-informed resilience-focused training - which includes help with writing resumes and proper interview techniques.

Richland provides advanced courses for compliance with OSHA regulation as well as general safety and health courses to meet safety awareness and new hire orientation needs. Richland is not an OTI Education Center, but serves as a host training organization for the National Safety Education Center (NSEC).

It’s easy to obtain a Class A (Tractor Trailer) or B (Straight Truck) CDL through Richland Community College’s Truck Driver Training Program. On top of offering Class A & B CDL training, Richland also offers refresher programs and customized training for trucking companies.