Start at Lincoln Land Community College and transfer almost anywhere, or enter directly into the workforce. ÂÌñÉç offers training options through degree programs or industry certificates.
I saw that the WEI program listed a lot of different courses for certifications, and I was interested in the health care field. They offer extra tools, financial help, as well as childcare … and that’s what helped me along the way. Even though it’s a short-term class, it opens the door for what you want to do long term … it’s within reach. You just have to go out there and get it.
When I moved to Illinois, I was taking classes at ÂÌñÉç to get my Illinois certification. I also took an art class and ended up changing majors. The instructors were wonderful and became friends. Professor Thom Whalen became a mentor and really broadened my perception of the career opportunities and avenues in the art field.
I encourage students to try things and not be afraid. You learn more from fixing and diagnosing than getting it right the first time. It’s important to problem solve.
Going to Lincoln Land Community College, I found my calling in the respiratory care program and couldn’t be happier. As respiratory therapy students and future respiratory therapists, we play a huge role in the hospital and take part in the most adrenaline-filled and rewarding lifesaving experiences.
It’s exciting to begin something new and have the resources to learn and grow at ÂÌñÉç. What I look forward to most is a rewarding, hands-on and creative career that takes place in a natural environment.
We had the idea of bringing our OTA students into a school with underserved students who could benefit from what we offer. In every area, the children improved during the eight-week program, especially in social interactions and executive function.
Culinary is something you’ll want to learn from real industry leaders, not a video or cookbook. The instructors here have a ton of industry experience and teach you what they’ve learned.