Short-Term Career Training

Start a new career path or obtain the necessary certifications to advance your chosen profession. Elgin Community College has an expanding catalog of in-person and online short-term, high-value career training programs in health care, coding, information technology, and more. Imagine where your career could be in six months or less!

Health Care Certifications

Train for an in-demand career on the front lines of improving people's health and well-being. You may be eligible for free tuition and other support services through grant support. Certifications include Pharmacy Technician, EKG Technician, Medical Administrative Assistant, and Medical Billing and Coding.

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Information Technology Certifications

Train for an in-demand career in cutting-edge technology, including hardware, software, network support, coding, and database development. Some programs may be offered online through third-party vendors.

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In-Demand Certifications and Skills

Build your knowledge and skill base and open up new career paths and opportunities for advancement. Certifications and classes available include forklift and OSHA safety, real estate broker and home inspection, safe food handling, Adobe and Microsoft applications, and Spanish for the workplace.

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Looking for online career training? Accelerate your career at home and at your pace!

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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