At Harper College, we’re committed to supporting your professional journey; whether you're starting a new career, enhancing your current skill set, or seeking training opportunities for your business. Through the Strengthening Workforce Skills (SWS) program, eligible individuals can receive scholarship funding to access high-impact noncredit training.

You may qualify for SWS scholarship funding if you are: 

  • An adult (18 or older), particularly if you are underserved by current education or workforce systems
  • Unemployed or underemployed and seeking marketable skills for better employment opportunities
  • A member of an underrepresented group within your current or desired career field
  • A small business owner or employee looking to develop job-specific or technical skills
  • An incumbent worker, supported by your employer to receive advanced or specialized training
  • An employer, seeking customized training solutions to enhance your workforce

Apply for Scholarship Funding

Complete the SWS Scholarship Form to determine if you’re eligible for funding.

Available Training Areas

  • Business
  • Digital Skills and Technology
  • Healthcare
  • Manufacturing 
  • Career Development 

Contact Us 

If you have questions about the SWS scholarship or need assistance with the application, please contact us at sws@harpercollege.edu.

Program offerings and eligibility requirements are subject to change. Funding is provided by the Illinois Community College Board through the Noncredit Strategies at Work Grant.

Thank you for your interest.