Highway Construction Careers Training Program (HCCTP)

The Fall 2025 semester begins on September 8th. The application deadline is July 18th. All student applications after July 18th will be considered for Spring 2026.

In collaboration with the Federal Highway Administration, the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) initiated a Highway Construction Careers Training Program (HCCTP) in late 2009, in an effort to increase access to highway construction jobs for minorities, women and disadvantaged individuals.

Shawnee Community College is offering the HCCTP program at the Alexander County Extension Center. The HCCTP program is 12 weeks long, and each training session consists of 450 hours of both classroom and hands-on instruction. 

Students selected into the program will also receive a stipend to assist with living expenses during the course of the program. Successful candidates must be at least 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or GED, possess a valid driver’s license, and consent to drug screening. 

Have you already been accepted into the HCCTP?

 No, I need to complete an Application for Consideration

Yes, I need to complete the Continuing Education Application Form

Do you have a Project Request for the HCCTP?

 Request a Project