Labor Education Programs at LER

Bachelor of Arts in Labor Studies

The National Labor College (NLC) Bachelor of Arts Degree in Labor Studies is a degree completion program that results in a Bachelor of Arts in Labor Studies. It is designed for working union members and staff. We are working in partnership with the NLC to offer this program in Illinois. As with all BA programs, you will need to complete the equivalent of four years of college or 120 credit hours. These hours can be accomplished through a combination of previous college classes, current college classes, and life experience credit for such things as apprenticeships, military or specialized training. The program requires that you complete at least 30 hours of Labor Studies classes while enrolled through the NLC.

Online credit classes offered through LEP (see our Online Courses) can be transferred to the NLC. These online classes are offered on a full semester basis and in a compressed 8-week basis. Credits earned through these online classes will be accepted by the NLC towards the required number for graduation. Students will have to enroll with the NLC and submit all transcripts to them for consideration. If you need electives to complete 120 hours, those can also be taken through us, or through accredited community college.

The NLC was awarded accreditation by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education on March 3, 2004.

Bachelor of Arts in Labor Studies Brochure