Welcome to the Southwest Education Center (SWEC)
Located in Tinley Park, SWEC offers a convenient and supportive space for learning.
Schedule an in-person tour to see our modern classrooms and dedicated study areas that provide the perfect environment for success.
Whether you're just getting started or continuing your education, our friendly staff are here to help with admissions, financial aid, placement testing and class registration.
A wide variety of courses are available right here 鈥 close to home and convenient for your schedule.
Have questions or ready to register?
Call (708) 974-5400 or fill out the form below to connect with our team. We're here to help you take the next step this semester!
Explore Classes
To explore classes that are offered at the Tinley Park location, select "Education Center - Tinley Park" under location and then select "Term" for the semester you would like to view.
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Neighborhood Students
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- Academic planning
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- Computers, scanners and pay-to-print for students and community members
- Counseling
- Financial Aid
- Make-up exams
- MVConnect and Canvas assistance
- Payments (credit card)
- Placement testing
- Quiet Study Room
- Registration
- Student IDs
- Vending machines
Hours
Monday - Thursday: 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: Closed
The Southwest Education Center closes early when classes aren't in session. Call (708) 974-5400 to confirm building hours.
Location
Phone: (708) 974-5400
Directions
The Southwest Education Center in Tinley Park is Moraine Valley's first LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certified building with many sustainable features.
SWEC's 鈥済reen鈥 features include:
- Energy-saving geothermal system, which extracts power from heat stored in the earth to make heating and cooling more environmentally friendly and will reduce overall energy consumption
- Water-efficient landscaping, vegetative bio-swales and porous paving materials to lessen water waste
- Daylighting, sun harvesting and lighting controls to reduce the need for artificial lighting
To learn more about the building鈥檚 sustainability听features, check out our听informational flyer.
Placement Testing
Please call (708) 974-5400 to schedule an appointment to test.听Visit the Testing Center for more details on placement testing.
Testing Center Policies
鈥 A current Moraine Valley photo ID is required to test.
鈥 No food, drinks, or personal items are allowed in the testing center. (Lockers are available for student use.)
鈥 All electronic devices must be turned off. Scratch paper and SWEC-issued calculators may be used if indicated by the instructor.
Questions? Please call (708) 974-5400.
State of Illinois听High听School Diploma/Adult Basic Education instructors help students prepare for the State of Illinois听High听School听Diploma, formerly known as听High听School听Equivalency Certificate test. Completing the State of Illinois听High听School Diploma test allows students to achieve personal fulfillment, continue their education, and advance in the workforce.
The English as a Second Language (ESL) program is designed to help individuals speak, read, and write the English Language. We have programs for beginners, intermediate, and advanced speakers.
The State of Illinois High听School Diploma and ESL classes are free and offered at the Southwest Education Center in Tinley Park.
Click here for more information on State of Illinois听High听School Diploma and ESL registration and testing.
Moraine Valley student IDs can be obtained on site at SWEC. A photo ID is required (driver鈥檚 license, high school ID, passport, etc.).
Contact Us
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For more information, contact us via this form or by phone at (708) 974-5400.
