CAREER RESOURCES

Below are some reputable sources for online learning opportunities including individual classes, certifications and degrees. Be cautious when signing up, as even those advertised as free may link to paid programs - or paid certification/credentialing options.

ALYSON
A great source for 100% FREE online courses and credentials
​https://alison.com/

CLASS CENTRAL
An online portal for all types of online learning opportunities - both free and paid.
https://www.classcentral.com/

GCF LEARN FREE
100% free, online courses in Microsoft Office, Basic Internet, Gmail, Google Docs, etc.
​Offered in English, Spanish, Portugese and other languages.
https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/

MOOC (Massive Open Online Courses)
Combination of free & paid educational offerings 
​http://mooc.org/

EDX
Source of quality online courses, many offered by well-known universities
https://www.edx.org/

HARVARDX
100% Free Harvard classes! Certificates are available for a fee.
https://www.edx.org/school/harvardx

DUOLINGO
Free language classes that are actually fun!
https://www.duolingo.com/

INTERNET POLYGOT
Free language learning - to and from multiple languages!
https://www.internetpolyglot.com/

MISCELLANEOUS FREE COURSES IN OTHER LANGUAGES
https://www.classcentral.com/report/new-courses-october-2018/

CORPORATIONS WITH INCLUSIVE HIRING POLICIES
https://www.dioceseofjoliet.org/siteimages/peace/documents/Jail_and_Prison_Ministry/List_of_Felon_Friendly_Employers.pdf