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2018-192018-19911 Telecommunicator

Agricultural Science and Technology

Architectural Construction Technology

Automotive Technology

Caterpillar Dealer Service

Cisco Networking Specialist

Computed Tomography

Deconstruction

Dental Hygiene

Diesel Powered EquipmentTechnology (DPET)

Early Childhood Education

Emergency Medical Services (EMS)

General Motors Automotive ServiceEducation (GM ASEP)

Graphic Communications

Horticulture

Human Services

HVAC/R Technology

Industrial Electrical Technology

Interpreter Preparation (IPP)

Law Enforcement

Library Technical Assistant

Licensed Practical Nurse

Massage Therapist

Mechanical Engineering Technology

Mechatronics Technology

Medical Assistant

Medical Coder

Medical Laboratory Technician

Medical Office Administrative Assistant

Network Administrator

Nursing Assistant

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Office Occupations

Paralegal

Phlebotomy

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Radiographer

Registered Nurse

Respiratory Therapists

Surgical Technologist

Truck Driver Training – PDI

Web Systems

Welding

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9-1-1 Telecommunicator

1. Program Director: Michelle Weghorst • [email protected] • 309-690-7691

2. Educational Pathway:

Certificate of Occupational Credit 15 credit hours • 3 semesters to complete

3. Job Outlook: Employment of police, fire, and ambulance dispatchers is projected to decline 3 percent from 2014 to 2024. Consolidation of emergency communication centers, enabled by advances in technology, is expected to reduce the employment of dispatchers. Still, job prospects should be good because the stressful nature of the job results in many workers leaving this occupation.

4. Job Location: Police, fire, and ambulance dispatchers work in emergency communication centers called public safety answering points (PSAPs).

5. Earning potential for new hires: The median annual wage for police, fire, and ambulance dispatchers was $37,410 in May 2014.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the 9-1-1 Telecommunicator program:

Communication: Good oral communication skills are effective in dealing with a variety of situations and individuals.

Computers: Most emergency communication centers contain advanced technology in order to keep up with the growing pace of the field.

9-1-1 Telecommunicators need to be able to multi-task, remain calm in a variety of situations, and communicate with a variety of individuals.

Statistics from the US Department of Labor: http://www.bls.gov/ooh/office-and-administrative-support/police-fire-and-ambulance-dispatchers.htm

Information compiledby program instructors

This publication was funded pursuant to a grant from the Illinois Community

College Board and funded 100% throughthe Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical

Education Improvement Act of 2006.1

Agricultural Science and Technology

1. Program Director: Grant Grebner • [email protected] • 309-694-8443


Associate in Applied Science Degree

Agricultural Science and Technology, Agricultural Business Management • 66 credit hours (4 semesters plus 1 summer semester)Agricultural Science and Technology, Agronomy • 62 credit hours (4 semesters plus 1 summer semester)Agricultural Science and Technology, Animal Science • 62 credit hours (4 semesters plus 1 summer semester)Agricultural Science and Technology, Precision Agriculture • 62 credit hours (4 semesters plus 1 summer semester)

Certificate of Occupational Credit

Agricultural Business Management, Precision Agriculture • 27 credit hours (2 semesters plus 1summer semester)Agricultural Production • 27 credit hours (2 semesters plus 1 summer semester)

3. Job Outlook: A recent study conducted by Purdue University released by the United States Department of Agriculture states that there will be 57,900 jobs available annually in food, agriculture, renewable natural resources, and the environment between 2015 and 2020. There are expected to be only 35,400 graduates with expertise in these areas. The Bureau of Labor Statistics forecasts a 5% increase in employment opportunities between 2015 and 2020.

4. Job Location: Jobs in agriculture are plentiful in the Midwest, but all regions of the country specialize in production of food and fiber. Illinois remains one of the nation’s leading states in production of corn, soybeans, cattle and swine. The related industries of biotechnology and precision agriculture continue to grow throughout the region.

5. Earning potential for new hires: Because the type of work varies so much for someone involved in “agriculture,” so does the earning potential. Ranch hands earn an average of $20,090 annuallywhile someone employed as a marketing specialist can earn an annual salary of over $100,000.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the AG Business Management program:Agri-business professionals have a strong working knowledge of crops and/or livestock. They also have sound business, communication, and problem-solving abilities. The following course work may be helpful to prepare for a college-level program: Science, English/communication, math, business. Agriculture and/or horticulture classes are helpful if your high school provides those opportunities. Prior experience in animal or crop production is helpful but not required. Involvement in co-curricular activities such as 4-H and FFA may prove beneficial.

Information compiled by program instructors




1. Program Director: Tom McMorrow • [email protected] • 309-694-5403

2. Educational Pathway:Certificate of Occupational Credit 35 credit hours • 3 semesters to complete (summer)Associate of Applied Science degree 61 credit hours • 5 semesters to complete (summer)

3. Job Outlook: Job titles include architectural detailer, architectural drafter, estimator, planning technician, field inspector, sales representative, and laboratory technician. Many go on to careers in construction and project management and to self-employment with their own companies.

Employment of architectural and civil drafters is projected to decline 3 percent from 2014 to 2024. Although construction projects will likely result in some demand for architectural and civil drafters, other related occupations, such as architects and engineers, are using CAD and BIM more frequently.This will reduce the need for these types of drafters, compared with what would have been required without the use of these technologies by architects and engineers. Employment growth will vary by specialty.

Employment of cost estimators is projected to grow 9 percent from 2014 to 2024, faster than the average for all occupations. Overall job opportunities should be good as companies require accurate cost estimates to operate efficiently. A bachelor’s degree is generally required to become a cost estimator, although some highly experienced construction workers may qualify without a bachelor’s degree. A strong background in mathematics is essential.

4. Job Location: Most jobs are found in architectural and engineering firms and public services, as well as in the manufacturing and construction industries.

5. Earning potential for new hires: In May 2014, the median annual wages for drafters in the top industries in which they worked were: Construction $52,420; Architectural, engineering, and related services $51,530; manufacturing $51,400. The median annual wage for cost estimators was $60,050 in May 2014.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Architectural Construction program:Math, English, drafting, communication

Statistics from the US Department of Labor

Architectural Construction Technology



Education Improvement Act of 2006.3Information compiled by program instructors

1. Program Director: Todd Fortier • [email protected] • 309-694-8522


Associate in Applied Science Degree 67 credit hours • 5 semesters to complete

3. Job Outlook: Employment of automotive service technicians and mechanics is projected to grow 9 percent from 2012 to 2022, about as fast as the average for all occupations. Job opportunities forqualified job seekers should be very good. Automotive Technology has a student employment rateclose to 100% upon graduation from the program.

4. Job Location: The employers in central Illinois seek out interns and employees from the automotive technology program. The demand for interns and graduates outweighs the number of available students on average three times. Students are required to participate in a paid internship their last eight weeks of the program.

Interns have been placed as far away as California. The need for qualified automotive technicians is worldwide.

5. Earning potential for new hires: Automotive Technician salaries range from $16.86-$23.96 per hour*

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Automotive Technology Program:It is recommended students take English, math, and physical science related courses. Automotive, Ag Mechanics, Diesel, or Industrial Technology classes are helpful, but not required. Students are required to score appropriately on placement testing for enrollment in automotive technology courses.

* Bureau of Labor Statistics Based on Automotive Parts, Accessories, tire store, automotive repair, automotive dealer, and localgovernment (oes designation).





Automotive Technology

1. Program Director: Mark Matthews • [email protected] • 309-694-8521


Associate in Applied Science Degree 69 credit hours • 5 semesters to complete (2 years plus asummer semester)

3. Job Outlook: Employment outlook for Caterpillar dealer service technicians and other heavy vehiclediesel mechanics is projected to grow 12 percent from 2014 to 2024.*

4. Job Location: Caterpillar dealer service technicians work in countries throughout the world thatemploy diesel service technicians and heavy machinery mechanics. Workers are employed inindustries that include machinery, equipment, and supply merchant wholesalers, and also in theconstruction and mining industry. Although many service technicians work indoors in repair shops,some service technicians specialize in field service, where they travel to work sites to make repairsbecause it is often too expensive to transport heavy equipment to a shop.

5. Earning potential for new hires: The 2015 median pay for Diesel Service Technicians and Mechanicswas $21.40 per hour/$44,520 per year.*

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Caterpillar Dealer Service Technology Program:Mechanics, electronics, English, math, and physics

*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2016-17 Edition, Diesel Service Technicians and Mechanics http://www.bls.gov/ooh/installation-maintenance-and-repair/diesel-service-technicians-and-mechanics.htm





Caterpillar Dealer Service Technology





Cisco Networking Specialist

1. Program Director: Kevin Wells • [email protected] • 309-694-8867Kim Hawthorne • [email protected] • 309-694-5297



Cisco Network Associate 16 credit hours • 2 semesters to completeCisco Network Professional 15 credit hours • 2 semesters to complete


3. Job Outlook: This industry is growing. By 2020, 50 billion devices will be connected to the internet.With more devices, virtualization, increasing demands on networking and security, and increaseduse of cloud computing, companies will need technicians to support the technologies (Cisco, 2015).Network/Computer Systems Administrators, Telecommunications Equipment Installers/Repairersand Computer Support Network Specialists: jobs available 218,600-766,900 and growing 8-12% from 2014-2024.*

4. Job Location: Our students have successfully found jobs working in the heavy equipment industry,insurance, retail, healthcare, hospitality, education, telecommunications service providers, technologysupport companies, etc. Some have also become self-employed.

5. Earning potential for new hires: According to the Bureau of Labor in 2014 the national median payrange was $50,380-$75,790 per year. Education level: no degree to a bachelors (or AAS withprofessional certification). Professional certification is not required to work in this field; however,compensation is usually directly aligned to the successful completion of industry certificationsespecially for employment with an AAS degree. In central Illinois, average starting salaries for thisfield will run $40,000-$50,000 per year with a CCNA professional certification. With a CCNPprofessional certification and work experience in IT, salaries start in the $65,000-$75,000 range.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Cisco Networking Specialist program:Basic computer knowledge – It is helpful if students have a basic understanding of computer hardwareand software including the Windows operating system. Math – Basic math requirement. Communication –Good interpersonal skills will be helpful for working in collaborative situations.

*Bureau of Labor Statistics (http://www.bls.gov)

Computed Tomography

1. Program Director: April Tatham • [email protected] • 309-690-7530


Certificate of Occupational Credit 14 credit hours • 1 semester to complete after successful completionof an accredited program in: radiologic technology, nuclear medicine technology, and/or radiation therapy technology.

3. Job Outlook: Employment of radiologic technologists/CT technologists is projected to grow 9 percentfrom 2014 to 2024, faster than the average for all occupations. As the population grows older, therewill be an increase in medical conditions that require imaging as a tool for making diagnoses.*

4. Job Location: Computed Tomographers work in healthcare facilities, and more than half work in in hospitals.

5. Earning potential for new hires: The median annual wage for graduates of the program is$58,120-$64,070 annually.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Computed Tomography program:Minimum 2 years of algebra, 3 years of English, 1 year of biology, chemistry and/or physics to preparefor the Radiography program. After successful completion of an accredited program in radiography, nuclear medicine technology, and/or radiation therapy technology, one would be prepared for the Computed Tomography Certification.

*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor http://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare





1. Program Director: Thomas Wester • [email protected] • 309-694-5406


Certificate of Occupational Credit 7 credit hours • 1 semester to complete

3. Job Outlook: Employment of construction laborers and helpers is projected to grow 13 percent from2014 to 2024, faster than the average for all occupations.* Laborers and helpers work in all fieldsof construction, and demand for these workers will mirror the level of overall construction activity.In the area of deconstruction, students are exposed to OSHA and EPA training. Basic constructiontheory and practice are introduced including methods, materials, and tools. Students receive extensive training in the growing field of ‘green’ building dismantling, estimating, warehousing, and resale of salvaged building materials. Deconstruction training serves as an entry to many trades within the construction industry.

4. Job Location: Jobs are found with construction and remodeling companies, and businesses thatsalvage building materials and distribute and sell them for reuse.

5. Earning potential for new hires: Local entry-level pay is approximately $12/hr and the medianannual wage for construction laborers and helpers was $30,890 ($14.85/hr) in May 2015.*

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Deconstruction certificate: Construction,drafting, and anything that develops mechanical aptitude, communication, and math.

*http://www.bls.gov/ooh/construction-and-extraction/construction-laborers-and-helpers.htm





Deconstruction

Dental Hygiene





1. Program Director: Cathleen Korondi, CDA, RDH, EdD • [email protected] • 309-690-7530


Associate of Applied Science Degree 81.5 credit hours • 5 semesters to complete

3. Job Outlook: According to the US Department of Labor Statistics, employment of dental hygienists isprojected to grow 19 percent from 2014 to 2024, much faster than the average for all occupations.Ongoing research linking oral health to general health will continue to spur demand for preventivedental services, which are provided by dental hygienists.

4. Job Location: After graduation and successful completion of written and clinical board examinations,and applying for and receiving a license to practice dental hygiene, many dental hygienists areemployed in corporate-owned or private dental practices. Other employment opportunities includepublic health facilities such as local health departments and federally qualified health centers.

5. Earning potential for new hires: Varies from region to region. However recent graduates of theprogram earn an average $22.00-$25.00 per hour. In 2014, almost all dental hygienists worked indentists’ offices, and more than half worked part-time. Dental hygienists can be employed by multipledental offices and can work flexible hours, often filling in for hygienists as needed.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Dental Hygiene program: A dental hygienist works directly with the public as a member of the dental team, so one should enjoy workingwith people. One will need good manual dexterity skills, good communication skills and a sound understanding of biology, human anatomy, chemistry, and math.

Statistics from Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor http://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare

Diesel Powered Equipment Technology (DPET)





1. Program Director: Jeffrey Gardner • [email protected] • 309-694-5582



3. Job Outlook: Employment of diesel service technicians and mechanics is projected to grow 12%from 2014 to 2024, faster than the average for all occupations. Employment of farm equipmentmechanics and service technicians is expected to grow 5%.*

4. Job Location: Graduates of the program are employed by agricultural, construction, and heavy truckequipment dealers and manufacturers in the following job descriptions:

• Service Technicians

• Service Managers

• Service Specialists

• Corporate Territory Service Managers

• Engineering Test Technicians

• Technical Trainers/Educators

5. Earning potential for new hires: The median annual wage for heavy vehicle and mobile equipmentservices technicians was $47,120 in May 2015. The lowest 10% earned less than $29,360 and the highest 10% earned more than $69,840.**

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Diesel Powered Equipment Technology Program:

Agriculture/Mechanics, Algebra, Auto Mechanics, Communication/Speech, English, and Welding.

* Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor** Statistics from Bureau of Labor Statistics

Early Childhood Education

1. Program Director: Andrianna Smyrniotis • [email protected] • 309-694-5172


Certificate of Occupational Credit (Basic) 18 credit hours • 2 semesters to complete

Certificate of Occupational Credit (Advanced) 27 credit hours • 3 semesters to complete

Certificate of Occupational Credit (Infant-Toddler) 30 credit hours • 3 semesters to complete


3. Job Outlook: Employment of childcare workers and early childhood professionals is projected to grow 5 percent from 2014 to 2024, about as fast as the average for all occupations. Job opportunities for childcare workers and early childhood professionals are expected to be favorable. Currently (2016-2017) there is a serious shortage of qualified child care/early childhood professionals in central Illinois.

4. Job Location: Graduates of the Early Childhood Education Program can find jobs in various types of childcare settings including Public/Private School classrooms, Head Start, and Children’s Centers (independent, non profit, corporate, and Church-sponsored). Depending on their educational goals, graduates may be employed as early childhood classroom teachers (birth-age 5) or assistant teachers. Other organizations that employ ECE graduates include children’s museums and family service agencies.

5. Earning potential for new hires: The median hourly wage for directors and teachers was $12-$14/hr in fiscal year 2013 according to the Illinois Department of Human Services. There are possibilities foradvancement through further education and years of experience.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Child Development program:Child Development, Child Care Professionals, English, Math, Science, Social Studies; General knowledge of different subjects is helpful for teachers.

Statistics from the US Department of Labor: http://www.bls.gov/ooh/personal-care-and-service/childcare-workers.htm.





Emergency Medical Services (EMS)





1. Program Director: Michael E. Dant • [email protected] • 309-690-7530


Certificate of Occupational Credit (EMT) 8 credit hours • 1 semester to complete

Associate of Applied Science Degree 61 credit hours • 6 semesters to complete

3. Job Outlook: Employment of emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and paramedics is projected togrow 24 percent from 2014 to 2024, much faster than the average for all occupations.

4. Job Location: Ambulance services, fire departments, rescue squads, hospitals (as patient caretechnicians), private/corporate security, and casino EMS.

5. Earning potential for new hires: EMT/Paramedic (median): $31,700 per year/$15.24 per hour.*EMT wages tend to be somewhat lower than the median, while Paramedic is somewhat higher.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the EMS/Paramedic program:Anatomy and PhysiologyEnglish (writing skills)Communication/Speech

*The Bureau of Labor Statistics combines both EMT and Paramedic, and does not differentiate between the two.

General Motors Automotive Service Education – GM ASEP





1. Program Director: Trevor Imm • [email protected] • 309-694-5583



Students must meet qualifications and be sponsored by a dealership. Students are required tocomplete four internships at a sponsoring dealership/repair facility during the program. Requires adriver’s license with a good driving record. Must pass a drug test for employment. (Required fromemployer of internship.) The program is taught in eight-week sessions, alternating eight weeks atICC then eight weeks at internship. Students are paid while on internship. Students average 40hours per week during their internship.

3. Job Outlook: Employment of automotive service technicians and mechanics is projected to grow 9percent from 2012 to 2022, about as fast as the average for all occupations. Job opportunities forqualified jobseekers should be very good. GM ASEP has nearly 100% placement rate at the sponsoring dealerships upon graduation from the program.

4. Job/Internship Locations: Students can find employment at most GM dealerships or ACDelcoProfessional Service Centers. Placement for internships required to be at Chevrolet, Buick, GMC,or Cadillac dealers or at ACDelco Professional Service Centers as part of the program.

5. Earning potential for new hires: $12-$18 per hour at graduation. Potential earnings five yearsafter graduation: $18-$28 per hour.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the GM ASEP Program: English, math andscience related classes. Auto shop classes help as well but not required. We require the students tohave the appropriate placement scores for admission to the program. We also require a mechanicalreasoning test score of average or higher.

Statistics from Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor

Graphic Communications

1. Program Director: John Baggett • [email protected] • (309) 694-5147



Digital Publishing • 34 credit hours • 2 semesters to complete

iMedia • 15 credit hours • 2 semesters to complete

Printing • 14 credit hours • 2 semesters to complete

Digital Imaging • 9 credit hours • 2 semesters to complete

Page Layout • 9 credit hours • 2 semesters to complete


3. Job Outlook: The Graphic Communications industry includes all types of printing: books, magazines, posters, vehicle wraps, signage, decals, t-shirts, labels, packaging and 3D printed objects. The list keeps growing as the Graphic Communications industry finds new ways to use graphics technologies. We anticipate that 60,000 additional people will be needed each year through 2016, due to baby boomers retiring, along with changes in workflow, increasing production, and new technologies. The Bureau of Labor statistics projects the following through 2016: 5.6% growth in production jobs, 9.6% growth in supervisors and managers, 8.1% growth in job printers, and 14.2% growth in bindery workers. The industry will need drivers, bindery workers, sales and customer service people, computer operators, graphic artists, chemists, machinists, warehouse operators, mechanics, production supervisors, and all forms of management. Our occupation is stable and there is ample opportunity for career growth.

4. Job Location: Graphic communications jobs are located in every state, and in every type of community, from rural areas to the largest cities. We place many of our students in jobs before they graduate.

5. Earning potential for new hires: The average wage per hour for production/non-supervisory personnel is $16.65. Wages averaged $18.08 in the industry’s core lithographic offset segment. Other example salaries: Prepress $52,881, Webmaster/Designer $52,500, Estimator $44,544, Purchasing $53,429, Press(Conventional) $55,194

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Graphic Communications program:English, math, graphics, web design and photography are great classes to learn some of the important base skills need in Graphic Communications. The industry is looking for people that enjoy technology and have a good eye for detail. Being a talented artist is not required to find a great career in the Graphic Communications field.






Horticulture





1. Program Director: Corinne Brown • [email protected] • 309-694-8446


Certificate of Occupational Credit 28-30 credit hours • 3 semesters to complete

Associate of Applied Science Degree 62-64 credit hours • 5 semesters to complete

3. Job Outlook: Employment of grounds maintenance workers is projected to grow 6 percent from 2014to 2024, about as fast as the average for all occupations. More workers will be needed to keep upwith increasing demand for lawn care and landscaping services from large institutions and individualhomeowners. Job prospects should be very good. Planning and developing new commercial, industrial, and residential construction projects and redeveloping existing landscapes will drive employment growth. Competition for jobs in the largest and most prestigious landscape architecture firms is expected to be strong.

4. Job Location: Graduates of our program are now employed by landscape companies, lawn carecompanies, golf courses, nurseries, and flower and foliage plant businesses in the Peoria area andnationwide. Many of our graduates have moved into management positions as well.

5. Earning potential for new hires: On average a career in horticulture pays about $37,000 annually,with certain professions paying significantly higher, such as research and development. In IllinoisLandscape Architects make an average of $27.00 per hour, which is around $56,000 annually.Landscaping and groundskeeping workers generally earn $13.00-$20.00 per hour.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Horticulture Program:

• Environmental Science• Business• Biology• Chemistry• Drafting/Technical Drawing• Agriculture/Horticulture• Algebra/Geometry• Accounting• Computer Assisted Drafting (CAD)

Statistics from the US Department of Labor: http://www.bls.gov/ooh/building-and-grounds-cleaning/grounds-maintenance-workers.htm

Human Services





1. Program Director: Angela Carey • [email protected] • (309) 690-6871



3. Job Outlook: Although many positions within the field of human services require advanced degrees,some entry-level positions in the helping professions take into consideration the completion of a 2-year human services degree when making hiring decisions for various positions.

4. Job Location: Agencies offering a variety of positions working with numerous populations in the human services field have hired graduates from this program. Several local Peoria agencies, such asthe Center for Prevention of Abuse, Children’s Home, and Human Service Center provide internship opportunities that sometimes lead to job prospects.

5. Earning Potential for New Hires: Entry-level positions in the field of human services typically offer $9-$12 per hour.

6. Recommended High School Courses for the Human Services Program: English and math classesare helpful in completing the general education requirements of this program. Psychology is also a subject that provides helpful preparation.


HVAC/R Technology

1. Program Director: Brian Weaver • [email protected] • 309-694-8566

2. Educational Pathway: There are three certificates that must be completed to obtain the HVAC/RTechnology Associate of Applied Science degree


HVAC Residential Installer • 16 credit hours • 1 semester to complete*

HVAC Technician • 27 credit hours • 2 semesters to complete*

Commercial Refrigeration Technician • 28 credit hours • 2 semesters to complete*

Associate of Applied Science Degree 70-71 credit hours • 5 semesters to complete

Note: * is for the day program. Evening program will take twice as long to complete certificates.

3. Job Outlook: Employment of heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installersis projected to grow 21 percent from 2012 to 2022, faster than the average for all occupations. Candidates familiar with computers and electronics and those with good troubleshooting skills will have the best job opportunities as employers continue to have difficulty finding qualified techniciansto work on complex new systems.

4. Job Location: HVAC/R technicians work in residential homes, schools, hospitals, office buildings,restaurants, or factories.

5. Earning potential for new hires with no previous experience:

• HVAC Residential Installers: $10-$12 per hour

• HVAC Technicians: $12-$15 per hour

• Commercial Refrigeration Technicians: $12-$15 per hour

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the HVAC/R Technology program:

Communication: Good oral and written communication skills are required for interaction with customers.

Geometry/Algebra: Must be able to make measurements with ruler, and perform basic algebra such as determine area, volume, cubic feet per minute, cubic feet per hour, etc.

Statistics from Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Laborhttp://www.bls.gov/ooh/installation-maintenance-and-repair/hearing-arie-conditioning-and-refrigeration-mechanics-and-installers.htm





Industrial Electrical Technology





1. Program Director: Steve Flinn • [email protected] • 309-694-5526


Associate of Applied Science Degree 66 semester hours • 4 semesters to complete

3. Job Outlook: Overall employment of engineering technicians is expected to grow by two percent from 2016 to 2026. Competitive pressures will force companies to improve and update manufacturing facilities and product designs.* Electrical and electronics engineering technicians help engineers design and develop computers, communications equipment, medical monitoring devices, navigational equipment, and other electrical and electronic equipment. They often work in product evaluation and testing, and use measuring and diagnostic devices to adjust, test, and repair equipment. They are also involved in the manufacture and deployment of equipment for automation. Electrical and electronics engineering technicians work closely with electrical engineers.

4. Job Location: Electrical and electronics engineering technicians work primarily in manufacturing settings, engineering services, the federal government, research-and-development laboratories, food and beverage production facilities, medical research and production facilities, chemical and grain processing facilities, and the utilities industry.

5. Earning potential for new hires: The median annual wage for electrical and electronics engineering technicians was $63,660 in May 2017

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Electronics Technology Program: Math and technology courses are especially helpful. Communication courses, both written and verbal, are also very important for the electronics technician to be successful.

* http://www.careercornerstone.org** http://www.bls.gov

Interpreter Preparation (IPP)





1. Program Director: Sue Sanders • [email protected] • 309-694-8287

2. IPP Educational Pathway:



3. Job Outlook: Employment of interpreters and translators is projected to grow 46 percent from 2012to 2022, much faster than the average for all occupations. Employment growth will be driven byincreasing globalization and by large increases in the number of non-English-speaking people in theUnited States. Job prospects should be best for those who have professional certification.

4. Job Location: Depending upon certification, many new interpreters tend to work in K-12 educationalsettings as employees of either the district or a special education cooperative.

5. Earning potential for new interpreters: Professional certification is required to work in Illinois. Newinterpreters generally earn $15-$20 per hour.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for IPP:English: Excellent grasp of the structure and content of the English language is needed for effective interpretation.

Communication: Good interpersonal skills that are effective in a variety of settings and cultures.

Interpreters need a broad knowledge about life in general.

Statistic from the US Department of Labor: http://www.bls.gov/ooh/media-and-communication/interpreters-and-translators.htm

Law Enforcement









3. Job Outlook: Employment of police and detectives is projected to grow 4 percent from 2014 to 2024,slower than the average for all occupations. The continued desire for public safety is expected to leadto new openings for officers, although demand may vary by location.

4. Job Location: Police officers and detectives can work at the local and state level of the government,as well as the federal level of law enforcement. They can work for the city or county at the local level,as well as for a variety of state and federal agencies.

5. Earning potential for new hires: The median annual wage for police and detectives was $58,630 inMay 2014.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Law Enforcement program:Communications: Both written and oral communications are essential for a variety of reasons. Written reports, court testimony, and interpersonal skills are needed daily.Foreign Language: Knowledge of a foreign language is an asset in many agencies and geographical regions.

An officer or detective needs to be in good physical shape, able to work in a variety of diverse cultures and settings, and be a diligent and ethical worker.

Statistics from the US Department of Labor: http://www.bls.gov/ooh/protective-service/police-and-detectives.htm

1. Program Director: Jessica Bastian • [email protected] • 309-690-6961


Certificate of Occupational Credit 27 to 30 credit hours • 4 semesters to complete

Associate of Applied Science Degree 60 to 62 credit hours • 4 semesters to complete

3. Job Outlook: Library Technical Assistants (LTAs) are an integral part of any library team. LTAs assistlibrarians in the daily operations of a library. Many people are unaware that working in a libraryrequires technical training in library operations. The Library Technical Assistant program at IllinoisCentral College provides students with the training they need to become a valuable addition to anylibrary staff.

The mission of the Library Technical Assistant Program is to prepare students for employment invarious types of libraries and to provide the foundational education in library services and informationstudies. LTA graduates possess basic skills in: collection development, cataloging, media technology,technology troubleshooting, reference, and patron services to serve libraries and information centers.

According to the U.S. Labor Department, library technical assistant careers are expected to grow ata rate of 12 percent by 2022 due to libraries using these workers to take over some of the dutiesof librarians.

4. Job Location: Trained LTAs are needed in school, public, academic, and special libraries.

5. Earning potential for new hires: Professional certification is not required to work in Illinois. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, median pay for LTAs in 2014 was $13.18 per hour.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the LTA Program:Communication: Good interpersonal skills that are effective in a variety of settings and culturesTechnology/Computer Science: Familiarity with technology or the desire and ability to learn

Statistics from the US Department of Labor

Library Technical Assistant





1. Program Director: Jim Davis, Interim • [email protected] • 309-690-7530


Certificate of Occupational Credit 42 credit hours • 3 semesters to complete (1 calendar year)

3. Job Outlook: Employment of licensed practical nurses is projected to grow 16 percent from 2014to 2024, much faster than the average for all occupations. As the baby-boom population ages, theoverall need for healthcare services is expected to increase. LPNs will be needed in residential carefacilities and in home health environments to care for older patients.

4. Job Location: Licensed practical nurses work in many settings, including nursing homes, extendedcare facilities, hospitals, physicians’ offices, correctional facilities, and private homes.

5. Earning potential for new hires: The median annual wage for licensed practical nurses was $43,170in May 2015.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Licensed Practical Nurse program:3 years of English, 1 year of biology, 2 years of mathematics including 1 year of algebra.


Licensed Practical Nurse





1. Program Director: Becky Saban • [email protected] • 309-690-7530



3. Job Outlook: Employment of massage therapists is projected to grow 22 percent from 2014 to 2024,much faster than the average for all occupations. Continued growth in the demand for massageservices will lead to new openings for massage therapists.

4. Job Location: Massage therapists may work in a variety of settings, including medical offices orclinics, chiropractic or physical therapy offices, hospitals, private practice, wellness centers, healthclubs, fitness centers, spas, resorts, beauty salons, and cruise ships. Some work as contractemployees for health practitioners. More than two-thirds of massage therapists are self-employed.

5. Earning potential for new hires: A professional license is required to work in Illinois. Earnings vary with work situation, size of clientele, and experience. In Illinois, the median annual wage for massagetherapists is $37,460. Self-employed therapists typically charge $40.00-$75.00 per hour. Therapistsworking as contract employees typically earn 40-80 percent of the massage fees.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Massage Therapist program:Communication: Good interpersonal skills are effective in a variety of settings and cultures.

Medical Terminology: Understanding of the root words used in the medical field.

Anatomy and Physiology: A solid grasp of the anatomical structures and functions of the humanbody, as well as the disease processes.


Massage Therapist





1. Program Director: Kevin Thomas • [email protected] • 309-694-8447



Computer Aided Mechanical Drafting • 25 credit hours • 2 semesters to complete


3. Job Outlook: Employment of mechanical engineering technicians is projected to grow 2 percent from2014 to 2024, slower than the average for all occupations. Nevertheless, there should be opportunitiesfor those who can master new software and technology, as well as traditional manual skills. Employmentof Mechanical Engineering Technicians in engineering services is projected to grow 12 percent from2014 to 2024. Illinois is one of the top five states with the highest employment level in this occupation.*

4. Job Location: Employment can be found in large and small industries in the area, including Caterpillar,Komatsu, Ameren, and Getz Fire. Students also find employment with a number of engineering designfirms in the area including Belcan, Geometric Engineering, AeroTEK Engineering, Tech Staffing, andE-serve engineering. The number of companies that utilize computer-aided design is too long to list,but this technology will continue to grow and develop. It will also get a large boost in the near future with the advent and proliferation of 3D printing.**

5. Earning potential for new hires: The median annual wage for Mechanical Engineering Technicianswas $53,910 in May 2015. In Illinois the annual mean wage was $55,420, or $26.64 an hour. Students have been securing employment in the area during the summer between freshman and sophomore year with a starting salary of $12-$14/hour, and working as much as 60 hours per week, with 20 hours of overtime.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Mechanical Engineering Technology Program:Project Lead the Way engineering classes, CAD courses, math, especially geometry.

* http://www.bls.gov/ooh/architecture-and-engineering/mechanical-engineering-technicians.htm** http://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes173027.htm#st

Mechanical Engineering Technology





1. Program Director: Steve Flinn • [email protected] • 309-694-5526


Certificate of Occupational Credit 27 semester hours • 3 semesters to complete

Associate of Applied Science Degree 62 semester hours • 4 semesters to complete

3. Job Outlook: Overall employment of engineering technicians is expected to grow by 5 percent between 2008 and 2018. Competitive pressures will force companies to improve and update manufacturing facilities and product designs.* Electro-mechanical technicians combine knowledge of mechanical technology with knowledge of electrical and electronic circuits. They operate, test, and maintain unmanned, automated, robotic, or electromechanical equipment.**

The Mechatronics Technician program responds to a new and emerging career that trains technicianswith “multi-craft” skills to work on robotic and “intelligent” equipment ranging from ATM machines to multi-million dollar manufacturing cells. The skills taught include electrical, mechanical, and computer technologies.***

4. Job Location: Electro-mechanical technicians work closely with electrical and mechanical engineers.They work in many industrial environments, including energy, plastics, computer, and communicationsequipment manufacturing, and aerospace.

5. Earning potential for new hires: Median wage is $53,340 per year, or $25.65 per hour.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Mechatronics Technology Program: Math and technology courses are especially helpful. Communication courses, both written and verbal,are also very important for the electronics technician to be successful.

* http://www.careercornerstone.org** http://www.bls.gov*** http://www.nationalstem.org

Mechatronics Technology





1. Program Director: Cydney Condit • [email protected] • 309-690-7530


Certificate of Occupational Credit 32 credit hours • 10 months

3. Job Outlook: Employment of medical assistants is projected to grow 23 percent from 2014-2024,much faster than the average for all occupations as the health services industry expands due totechnological advances in medicine, and a growing and aging population.

Employment growth is driven by an increase in the number of group practices, clinics, and otherhealth care facilities that need a high proportion of support personnel, particularly the flexible medicalassistant that can handle both administrative and clinical duties.

4. Job Location: Medical assistants held about 591,300 jobs in 2014, primarily working in physicians’offices, outpatient clinics, and other healthcare facilities such as chiropractors, ophthalmologists, andpodiatrists. Other job locations for medical assistants are public and private educational services,state and local government agencies, medical and diagnostic laboratories, and nursing care facilities.

5. Earning potential for new hires: Average hourly wages and salary vary according to years ofexperience and credentials. According to the AAMA 2015 Medical Assisting Compensationand Benefits Report, full-time medical assistants holding a current CMA (AAMA) certification earnan average of $15.77 per hour or an average annual salary of $30,186. Employers prefer to hireexperienced workers or certified applicants who have passed a national exam, indicating they meetcertain standards of competence.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Medical Assistant program:1 year of algebra, 3 years of English, communications, health, biology, keyboarding, computer applications.


Medical Assistant





1. Program Coordinator: Kristine Cormany • [email protected] • 309-690-7530



3. Job Outlook: Employment of health information technicians is projected to grow 15 percent from2014 to 2024, much faster than the average for all occupations. The demand for health servicesis expected to increase as the population ages.

4. Job Location: Medical coders work in hospitals, physicians’ offices, nursing homes, medical offices,insurance companies, billing offices, and governmental agencies.

5. Earning potential for new hires: Entry-level positions typically start around $12-$14 per hour.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Medical Coder program:3 years of English, 2 years of typing, 1 year of science.


Medical Coder





1. Program Director: Vincent Strow • [email protected] • 309-690-7530


Associate in Applied Science Degree 65 to 69 credit hours • 5 semesters to complete

• Can further complete Bachelors in Science degree as Medical Laboratory Scientist

3. Job Outlook: Employment of medical laboratory professionals is projected to grow 14 percentfrom 2014 to 2024, much faster than the average for all occupations. An increase in the aging population is expected to lead to a greater need to diagnose medical conditions, such as cancer or type 2 diabetes, through laboratory procedures. Prenatal testing for various types of genetic conditionsalso is increasingly common. Medical laboratory professionals will be in demand to use and maintain the equipment needed for diagnosis and treatment.

4. Job Location: Medical laboratory technologists held about 164,800 jobs in 2014. The industries thatemployed the most medical laboratory professionals in 2014 were as follows:

Hospitals: state, local, and private. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58%Medical and diagnostic laboratories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17%Offices of physicians . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8%Colleges, universities, and professional schools: state, local, and private . . . . . . . . . 5%

5. Earning potential for new hires: The national median annual wage was $38,970 in May 2015.Locally, the median is $43,985. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $25,890 ($33,330 locally),and the highest 10 percent earned more than $60,810 ($54,641 locally). Most medical laboratoryprofessionals work full time. Professionals who work in facilities that are always open, such ashospitals and some independent laboratories, may work evening, weekend, or overnight hours.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Medical Laboratory Technician program:4 years English/communications, 2 years Algebra, 1 year geometry, 1 year biological science, 1 year chemistry


Medical Laboratory Technician





1. Program Director: Cydney Condit • [email protected] • 309-690-7530



This program is for those who want to work in a medical office but are not interested in the “hands-on”aspect of the medical assistant career.

3. Job Outlook: Employment of administrative assistants is projected to grow 3 percent from 2014-2024,slower than the average for all occupations. Job openings will result from the need to replace workerswho leave the occupation. Administrative assistant positions in medical offices do have a somewhathigher turn-over rate than traditional office settings.

4. Job Location: Medical office administrative assistants primarily work in physicians’ offices, outpatientclinics, and other healthcare facilities such as chiropractors, ophthalmologists, and podiatristsperforming clerical duties such as organizing files, scheduling appointments, greeting patients, andsupporting other staff administratively.

5. Earning potential for new hires: Average hourly wages and salary vary according to experience and one’s training. Employers prefer to hire applicants who have gone through formal training due tothe learning opportunities the training program offers, including the practicum course where studentsget a semester of hands-on experience in administrative medical office duties. The MOAA average wage begins around $10-$12 per hour.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Medical Office Administrative Assistant program:1 year of algebra, 3 years of English, communications, health, biology, keyboarding, computer applications.


Medical Office Administrative Assistant





1. Program Director: Paulette Sibrel • [email protected] • 309-694-8436



Associate in Applied Science 65 credit hours • 4 semesters to complete

3. Job Outlook: The projected change of employment for Network and Computer Systems Administratorsis slightly above average at 8% from 2014 to 2024. Positions in the technology sector are expectedto grow by 31% during this same period, which bodes well for students studying in this area.* TheUnited States Department of Labor notes that information technology is proliferating into nearly everyaspect of modern life.** With this occurring, we will see an increased demand for a workforce tosupport it.

4. Location: According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the top five states with employment forworkers with this specialization are: California, Texas, New York, Virginia, and Florida. While the Stateof Illinois falls within the top ten states offering employment in this area, the major employment areaswithin the state are in the Chicago, Rock Island, and St. Louis greater metropolitan areas. In the Greater Peoria area, former students have found positions with State Farm Insurance, Caterpillar Inc.,Peoria Public Schools, Pekin District 108, CEFCU, and Pearl Technologies.

5. Earning potential for new hires: Nationally wages vary widely by location. Technology-centric areas will offer higher starting salaries than rural areas. Wages for those in the tenth percentile start at$47,460 a year, while those that fall in the median percentile start at $77,810 a year. Within theState of Illinois, those in the lowest percentile earn an average yearly salary of $51,170.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Network Administrator program:Communication – Increased communication skills allow students to better articulate their questionsas well as work with their peers more effectively. Computer or Instructional Technology – any coursethat gives students an introduction to the various skills or professions available within the technologysector are extremely helpful.

* Occupational Outlook Handbook** United States Department of Labor

Network Administrator





1. Program Director: Lari LaBello • [email protected] • 309-690-7530


Certificate of Occupational Credit 6 credit hours • 1 semester to complete

3. Job Outlook: There are numerous job opportunities for CNAs in the greater Peoria area. The mean hourly wage nationally $12.62. Peoria’s mean hourly wage is slightly lower.

4. Job Location: Opportunities are available in long-term care, home health, hospitals, and the military.

5. Earning potential for new hires: Earning potential is most enticing when including shift differentialsand holiday pay. Most CNAs in the Peoria area will make $10.00-$12.00 per hour. The greatest benefitto becoming a CNA is that it serves as a stepping stone for other jobs in health careers.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Nursing Assistant program:Students should take all the math, science, and college prep courses they can. The requirements to enroll in the Nursing Assistant program are 44 or higher on the Accuplacer reading test and being 16 years of age.


Nursing Assistant





1. Program Director: Jennifer Haines • [email protected] • 309-690-7530


Associate in Applied Science Degree 66 to 71 credit hours • 5 semesters to complete (2 years)

Occupational therapy assistants need an associate degree from an accredited occupational therapyassistant program. Once program requirements are successfully met, graduates will be eligible to take the National Board Exam for Certification in Occupational Therapy. In most states, occupational therapy assistants must be licensed. The certified occupational therapy assistant collaborates with the supervising occupational therapist to provide the use of occupations (everyday life activities) with individuals and/or groups across the life span. These occupations include ADLs (activities of daily living), IADLS (instrumental activities of daily living), education, work, rest, sleep, play, and social participation. You may work with an individual following an injury or illness, such as a stroke, to regaintheir strength and independence. The OTA may work with a student with motor or sensory impairment so that they can be more successful in the school setting. As an occupational therapy assistant you will be expected to assist the supervising OT with assessment, intervention, review of outcomes, and completion of written and verbal reports.

3. Job Outlook: Employment of occupational therapy assistants is projected to grow 40 percent from 2014 to 2024, much faster than the average for all occupations. Occupational therapy will continue to be an important part of treatment for children and adults with various illnesses and disabilities. Demand for occupational therapy services is expected to increase in response to the health care needs of an older population and individuals with chronic conditions, such as diabetes, mental illness and obesity.

4. Job Location: Occupational therapy assistants work in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, skilled nursingfacilities, out-patient facilities, schools, community-based health agencies, behavioral health programs,and home health agencies. Occupational therapy assistants spend a great deal of time setting up assistive technology, adapting the environment, and/or assessing and treating clients, patients, or students to increase safety and independence in the home, community, school, and work settings.

5. Earning potential for new hires: Locally, beginning occupational therapy assistants earn approximately$16 to $20 per hour. Depending on the facility and market demand, the occupational therapy assistant can potentially be provided with continuing education opportunities and mentorship to help meet state licensure requirements.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Occupational Therapy Assistant program:3 years of English, 2 years of science, 2 years of mathematics, and 1 year of art. English, verbal and non-verbal communications skills are necessary for effective written and oral communication with interprofessionalteam members and during client and caregiver education and instruction.

Statistics from Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, http://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare

Occupational Therapy Assistant





1. Program Director: Dorothy Dean • [email protected] • 309-694-5316



Clerk Typist • 25 credit hours • 2 semesters to complete

Customer Service Professional • 31-32 credit hours • 3 semesters to complete

Office and Information Processing Management • 42 semester hours • 3 semesters to complete


Office Professional • 60 credit hours • 4 semesters to complete

3. Job Outlook: Employment of office and administrative support occupations is projected to grow 2 percent from 2014 to 2024, which will result in about 466,500 new jobs.*

4. Job Location: All types of non-profit and for-profit businesses (from the sole proprietorship to themultinational organization) require office staff to support operations as well as communicate withcustomers, suppliers, and other employees.

5. Earning potential for new hires: The median annual wage for office and administrative supportoccupations was $32,520 in May 2014.*

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Office Occupations programs:keyboarding, mathematics, and English.

*http://www.bis.gov/ooh/office-and-adminstrative-support/home.htm

Office Occupations









3. Job Outlook: Employment of paralegals and legal assistants is projected to grow 8 percent from 2014to 2024, about as fast as the average for all occupations. This occupation attracts many applicants, and competition for jobs will be strong. Experienced, formally trained paralegals with strong computer and database management skills should have the best job prospects.*

4. Job Location: Paralegals and legal assistants are found in all types of organizations, but most workfor law firms, corporate legal departments, and government agencies. They usually work full time, andsome may have to work more than 40 hours a week to meet deadlines.

5. Earning potential for new hires: The median annual wage for paralegals and legal assistants was$48,350 in May 2014.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Paralegal program:English: Excellent grasp of the structure and content of the English language is needed for effectivewriting in the area of law.Communication: Good interpersonal skills that are effective in a variety of settings and cultures areneeded to work in the area of law.Computers: Good computer knowledge is needed to run the various software products now utilized inthe field.

Paralegals need to be able to multi-task, meet a variety of deadlines, and be extremely ethical intheir work.

*Statistics from the US Department of Labor: http://www.bls.gov/ooh/legal/paralegals-and-legal-assistants.htm.

Paralegal





1. Program Director: Vincent Strow • [email protected] • 309-690-7530


Certificate of Occupational Credit 9-12 credit hours • 1 semester to complete

3. Job Outlook: Employment of phlebotomists is projected to grow 25 percent from 2014 to 2024, muchfaster than the average for all occupations. Hospitals, diagnostic laboratories, blood donor centers,and other locations will need phlebotomists to perform blood collection.

4. Job Location: Phlebotomists work mainly in hospitals, medical and diagnostic laboratories, blooddonor centers, and doctors’ offices. Phlebotomists who collect blood donations sometimes travel todifferent offices and sites in order to set up mobile donation centers.

5. Earning potential for new hires: The median annual wage for phlebotomists was $31,630 in May2015. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $22,850, and the highest 10 percent earned morethan $45,190. Most phlebotomists work full time. Some phlebotomists, particularly those who workin hospitals and labs, may need to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Phlebotomy program:High school biology with a “C” or better.


Phlebotomy





1. Program Director: Julie Feeny • [email protected] • 309-690-7530


Associate of Applied Science Degree Credit hours: 66

Length to complete • 4 semesters and 1 summer session (5 semesters to complete – beginsin a summer semester). This program is not designed to transfer into the doctoral-level physicaltherapist program.

3. Job Outlook:

General Role/Functions: The PTA assists the physical therapists in providing physical therapytreatments and procedures. Physical therapists are expected to increasingly use PTAs, particularlyin long-term care environments, in order to reduce the cost of physical therapy services.

Licensure/Certification Requirements: All states require PTAs to be licensed or certified and requiregraduation from an accredited PTA program and passing the National Physical Therapy Exam for thePTA. This exam is administered by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (www.fsbpt.org).Some states also require that applicants pass additional state-administered exams and undergo acriminal background check or other requirements.

Employment Outlook: Employment of physical therapist assistants is projected to grow 40 percentfrom 2014 to 2024, much faster than the average for all occupations. Demand for physical therapyservices is expected to increase in response to the healthcare needs of an older population andindividuals with chronic conditions, such as diabetes and obesity.

4. Job Location: PTAs are employed in a variety of settings including but not limited to hospitals(inpatient), outpatient clinics (such as sports medicine), long-term care facilities, school systems(K-12), and home care.

5. Earning potential for new hires: Locally, the average pay per hour is $17-$18 (based on 2015graduates). Wages tend to be higher in larger metropolitan areas (i.e. Chicago-area) and can behigher in other markets depending on the need and demand.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for PTA Program: Anatomy and physiology(human biology), and math (algebra). English and communication skills are necessary for effective written and oral communication.


Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)





1. Program Director: April Tatham • [email protected] • 309-690-7530


Associate in Applied Science Degree 67.5 credit hours • 6 semesters to complete (2 calendar years)

3. Job Outlook: Employment of radiologic technologists/radiographers is projected to grow 9 percent from 2014 to 2024, faster than the average for all occupations. As the population grows older, there will be an increase in medical conditions that require imaging as a tool for making diagnoses.

4. Job Location: Radiographers work in healthcare facilities, and more than half work in hospitals.

5. Earning potential for new hires: The median annual wage for radiologic technologists was $58,120in May 2015.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Radiographer program: At least 2 yearsof algebra, 3 years of English, 1 year of biology, chemistry and/or physics.

Statistics from Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, http://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare

Radiographer





1. Program Director: Jim Davis, Interim • [email protected] • 309-690-7530


Associate in Applied Science Degree 71 credit hours • 4 semesters to complete (2 years)

Licensed graduates qualify for entry-level positions as a staff nurse. However, employers – particularlythose in hospitals – may require one to obtain a bachelor’s degree within 2-3 years. There are manyRN to BSN completion programs that one could pursue.

3. Job Outlook: Employment of registered nurses is projected to grow 16 percent from 2014 to 2024,much faster than the average for all occupations. Growth will occur for a number of reasons, includingan increased emphasis on preventive care, growing rates of chronic conditions, such as diabetes andobesity, and demand for healthcare services from the baby-boom population, as they live longer andmore active lives.

4. Job Location: Registered nurses work in hospitals, physicians’ offices, home healthcare services,and nursing care facilities. Others work in correctional facilities, schools, or serve in the military.

5. Earning potential for new hires: The median annual wage for registered nurses was $67,490 inMay 2015.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Registered Nurse program: 4 yearsof English, 1 year of biology, 2 years of mathematics including 1 year of algebra, 1 year of chemistry.

Statistics from Bureau of Labor Statistics, US Dept. of Laborhttp://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/registered-nurses.htm

Registered Nurse





1. Program Director: Kelly Crawford-Jones • [email protected] • 309-690-7530



3. Job Outlook: Excellent! We employ all our graduates locally. Employment of respiratory therapists is projected to grow 12 percent from 2014 to 2024, faster than the average for all occupations.

4. Job Location: Hospitals, sleep labs, pulmonary function labs, home care agencies, pulmonaryphysicians’ offices

5. Earning potential for new hires: The median Illinois salary is $54,980.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Respiratory Therapist Program:Anatomy and physiology, algebra,* chemistry,* and physics.


*Required for admission

Respiratory Therapist





1. Program Director: Bill Hammer CST, M.Ed, FAST • [email protected] • 309-690-7530




3. Job Outlook: Employment of surgical technologists is projected to grow 15 percent from 2014 to2024, much faster than the average for all occupations. Advances in medical technology have madesurgery safer, and more operations are being done to treat a variety of illnesses and injuries.

4. Job Location: Surgical technologists held about 99,800 jobs in 2014. About 70 percent of surgicaltechnologists worked in hospitals in 2014. Some work in outpatient care centers or in offices ofphysicians who perform outpatient surgery. Most surgical technologists work full time. Surgicaltechnologists employed in hospitals may work or be on call during nights, weekends, and holidays.They may also be required to work shifts lasting longer than 8 hours.

5. Earning potential for new hires: The median annual wage for surgical technologists was $44,330 in May 2015.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Surgical Technologist program: 4 yearsEnglish/communications; 2 years of mathematics; 3 years biological science.


Surgical Technologist





1. Program Director: Connie Smith • [email protected] • 309-694-8555

2. Educational Pathway: Earn the Professional Development Institute Certificate for 160 Hour TruckDriver Training • 7 credit hours. Students must complete 160 hours of training which takes 4 weeksto complete in full-time day classes or 8 weeks to complete in part-time night classes. Successfulstudents obtain their class “A” license and have entry-level professional truck driving skills.

3. Job Outlook: Employment of truck drivers is projected to grow 5% to 8% annually with an expected 404,000 new jobs by 2024. Over the road truck driving positions are the most plentiful with local jobs being somewhat harder to find. Job prospects are very good. Trucking company recruiters come to visit our CDL training classes every week to tout the advantages of working for their company.

4. Job Location: Our graduates find employment all over the United States. One of the benefits of working in the trucking industry is that the truck driver does not have to live where the trucking company is located. Many of the trucking companies dispatch the driver from their home which makes job markets in other localities available to the students without having to move. The class “A” license will allow the student to drive class A trucks (semi-trucks, commercial busses, and vehicles that weigh over 26,000 pounds), class B vehicles (straight trucks, school busses), and class C vehicles (small box trucks). Endorsements such as hazardous materials, tanker, people, and the twic card (homelandsecurity) can also help the student gain employment but are not required.

5. Earning potential for new hires: On average an over-the-road driver will make at least $40,000and up to $63,000 annually. Local driving jobs usually pay by the hour and range from $12 to$25 per hour. Experienced drivers can make much more with some reaching in the $90,000 rangefor sales routes and long distance hauling. Most large companies have major medical, dental, andprescription drug plans, 401K plans, paid time off, and life insurance.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Truck Driver Training Program:Be able to read, write, and speak English; valid Illinois drivers license, certified birth certificate (onewith embossed county seal) or valid passport; and be able to pass DOT physical and drug screen.While a high school diploma or GED is not required, good math, writing, and reading skills are beneficialto the professional truck driver. A good driving record is very helpful. ICC recommends you get yourMotor Vehicle Report (MVR) from the secretary of state’s office (DMV). If your driving record hasinfractions or you have felonies, we can work with you to see if you would be readily employable.

Statistics from O-Net online, Bureau of Labor Statistics, 53-3032.00 - Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers. 2014-2024 employmentprojections. Projected growth represents the estimated change in total employment over the projected period (2014-2024). Projected jobopenings represent opening due to growth and replacement.

Truck Driver Training – PDI





1. Program Director: Shari Tripp • [email protected] • 309-694-5402

ICC is a Web Professional Certified Academy

2. Educational Pathways:


Web Designer • 27 credit hours • 3 semesters to complete

Web Developer • 30 credit hours • 3 semesters to complete

Webmaster • 40 credit hours • 3 semesters to complete

eCommerce • 33 credit hours • 3 semesters to complete

Rich Internet Application Developer • 33 credit hours • 4 semesters to complete

Associate of Applied Science Degree 69 credit hours • 6 semesters to complete (includingsummer classes)

3. Job Outlook: Employment of web developers is projected to grow 20 percent from 2012 to 2022,faster than the average for all occupations. Demand will be driven by the growing popularity of mobiledevices and ecommerce.*

4. Job Location: Depending on certificate or degree, many find employment in local agencies or small to medium businesses. A number have gone on to jobs in larger cities.

5. Earning potential for new hires: The median annual wage for web developers was $62,500 in May2012. New hires generally earn $20-$30 per hour.**

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for CMWEB Programs:

English – strong written communication skills are necessaryCommunication – strong verbal communication skills are necessaryMath – solid analytical skills are necessary (particularly for web developers)Graphic arts – solid design fundamentals are helpful for web designers

*Statistics from the US Department of Labor: http://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/web-developers.htm

**Source: US Department of Labor: http://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/web-developers.htm

Web Systems





1. Program Director: Curt Rippey • [email protected] • 309-694-8448

2. Educational Pathways:


Welding Specialist • 27 credit hours • 2 semesters to complete

Welding Operator • 12 credit hours • 1 semester to complete

Production Welder • 7 credit hours • 1 semester to complete


Welding Technologist • 61 credit hours • 4 semesters to complete

3. Job Outlook: ICC skilled welders have a variety of local companies they can choose to work for. Mig welding and blueprint reading account for approximately 80% of local jobs. The normal hiring pattern for this industry will see an ebb and flow demand for welders very similar to the construction industry. When the Peoria area economy is in a down cycle, the best job opportunities for welders can be found in Texas, the coasts, and working on oil pipelines.

4. Job Location: Our students get jobs at several companies in the Peoria area: Caterpillar, Parsons,MATCO, Morton Industries, and through the Boilermakers and Steamfitters Union to name a few.These companies know the skill levels of ICC students and trust our educational training standards.

5. Earning potential for new hires: The pay will range from $14 an hour at the smaller shops to $31 asan apprentice. Welding is included in the skill set for carpenters, ironworkers and electricians.

6. Recommended high school courses to prepare for the Welding program: Students who like towork with their hands can benefit from any high school industrial arts and woodworking classes. Basic math dealing with fractions, decimals and measuring is critical. More technical math will be required for2-year and 4-year degrees. Attendance and motivation to learn and work are the most important.

Statistics from the United States Department of Laborhttps1.gov/ooh/production/welders-cutters-solderers-and-brazers.ht

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