Short-Term Career Training
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Accelerate your career. Imagine where your career could be in six months or less!
Elgin Community College offers a variety of in-person and online short-term career training programs. These programs help you start a new career or gain certifications to advance in your field, with options in healthcare, coding, IT, and more.
Take the First Step Toward Your Future
Not sure which career path is right for you? Join one of our upcoming Workforce Information Sessions to explore your options for training and funding, ask questions, and get clear next steps.
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Course Offerings
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Health Care Certifications
Train for a rewarding career in health care, a field that continues to grow and is in high demand. At ECC, you can earn certifications in various fields, including Pharmacy Technician, EKG Technician, Medical Administrative Assistant, and Medical Billing and Coding. Many students qualify for free tuition and extra support services through available grant funding. This helps reduce financial barriers, allowing students to focus on their education.
Information Technology Certifications
In today’s tech-driven world, IT skills are in high demand. ECC offers certifications in various areas, including hardware, software, network support, coding, and database development. Some programs may be offered online through third-party vendors.
In-Demand Certifications and Skills
ECC’s training programs also cover a wide range of skills in demand across various industries. Build skills in forklift operation, OSHA safety, real estate, home inspection, food handling, Adobe, Microsoft, and Spanish. With these certifications, you can open new career paths or advance in your current role.
Looking for online career training? Accelerate your career at home and at your pace!
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Elgin Community College has partnered with ed2go to offer dozens of online training and certification options. Prepare for employment in some of today's most in-demand careers with comprehensive, affordable, and self-paced online programs. Many result in industry-recognized credentials and may even include test vouchers.
Popular courses include:
- Entrepreneurship
- Human Resources and Payroll
- Professional Bookkeeping
- Full Stack Software Developer
- Certified Professional Life Coach
- Corporate Event Planning
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