Carl Sandburg College
Associate degree
Accounting | |
The Accounting program is designed for the student who desires to prepare for employment in the accounting function of many different types of organizations. Manufacturing,distributions, marketing and sales, governmental, and nonprofit organizations all require competent accounting personnel to keep... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Associate degree
Administrative Office Professional | |
This Administrative Office Professional curriculum prepares students with the efficient skill level needed for administrative/executive work, including keyboarding, speed writing,office management, communications,computers and other office technology. Graduates are qualified for positions as administrative/executive... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Associate degree
Automotive Body Repair | |
There is a great need for properly trained auto body repair technicians. CSC auto body repair students have the opportunity to learn every aspect of this fast-paced trade. Basic topics include metal and plastic repair, as well as refinishing and panel replacement. In the advanced classes, students learn... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Associate degree
Automotive Technology | |
The Automotive Technology Program is designed to train the student for employment in Automotive dealerships,Automotive Technology Centers and independent service centers. Also, with some alterations, the student can transfer to a cooperative four-year university. The Automotive Technology curriculum... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Associate degree
Child Development | |
Graduates of Child Development program are prepared to work with children in nursery schools,child care centers, Head Start,and in after school child care programs. Satisfactory completion of the AAS curriculum provides the educational background required by the Illinois Department of Children and Family... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Associate degree
Computer Information Systems Specialist | |
This Computer Information Systems Specialist curriculum meets the specific skills and knowledge requirements of technical and professional jobs within the computer information systems field for an entry-level programmer in the mid-range and microcomputer environment. Courses in this curriculum provide... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Associate degree
Computer Information Systems Specialist
System Support | |
This Computer Information Systems Specialist curriculum is designed to prepare students for entry level employment positions that require them to be users and/or support users of microcomputers in a business or professional setting. All students will complete a core of courses, but then may select from... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Associate degree
Computer Networking Specialist | |
This Computer Networking Specialist curriculum is designed to prepare students for entry level employment positions that require them to support local and wide area network installations in a business or professional setting. All students will complete a core of courses that will provide a basic understanding... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Associate degree
Criminal Justice | |
A student completing this curriculum will be eligible for employment with various law enforcement, judiciary, and correctional agencies. Various positions in business and industrial security may also be available. A student with a criminal conviction will be admitted to the program, but may experience... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Associate degree
Dental Hygiene | |
The Dental Hygiene program prepares the student to work as a dental hygienist under the supervision of a licensed dentist in dental offices and other health agencies. The program in dental hygiene is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation [and has been granted the accreditation status of... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Associate degree
Electrical Control Technology | |
This two-year Associate in Applied Science degree program is designed to provide students with a general understanding of industrial electricity which can be useful in a wide variety of employment settings. By providing a generalized curricululm in industrial control, it is anticipated that program graduates... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Associate degree
Graphic Design Professional | |
The A.A.S. degree in Graphic Design prepares students for a career in graphic communications. Skills emphasized stress the ability to successfully design and produce a wide variety of materials using both IBM compatible and Macintosh computers. The development of a "portfolio" is required and created... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Associate degree
Industrial Technologies | |
This Industrial Technologies two-year Associate in Applied Science degree is designed to provide students with the basic skills to begin immediate employment in engineering activities such as drafting, layout, design,product and materials evaluation, and related activities. The technical components of... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Associate degree
Industrial Technologies
Manufacturer Process | |
This two-year Associate in Applied Science degree is a comprehensive program designed to develop a strong foundation for the understanding of manufacturing-related technologies. This curriculum prepares graduates for employment or advancement in industrial organizations as a machining operations specialist,... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Associate degree
Industrial Welding Technology | |
This Industrial Welding Technology program is designed to provide the graduate with skills needed to enter employment in local industry as an entry level welding supervisor for construction firms, agricultural enterprises, and heavy machine fabrication. |
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Carl Sandburg College
Associate degree
Marketing/Mid-Management | |
This Marketing/Mid-Management program is designed for the student who wants to prepare for a position in middle management in various kinds of organizations including retailing, wholesaling,manufacturing, health care, food service and governmental organizations. Satisfactory completion of this curriculum... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Associate degree
Mortuary Science | |
The Mortuary Science Program prepares students to work within the funeral service profession as funeral directors and embalmers.
Program Aims and Purposes ” The Mortuary Science program, as it prepares students to serve within the funeral service profession,adheres to the institutional commitment to... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Associate degree
Nursing | |
The Nursing program prepares students to function within the nursing roles of Manager of Care, Provider of Care, and Member within the Discipline of nursing in a variety of acute care and community-based agencies. Completion of the program provides the knowledge base for continued education and career... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Associate degree
Organizational Management and Supervision | |
This Organizational Management and Supervision program is designed for students who desire to develop management skills as a part of their career program. It is open to currently employed students as well as those desiring to develop initial skills for an entry-level position. The program allows for... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Associate degree
Radiologic Technology | |
The Radiologic Technology program prepares students to perform diagnostic x-ray examinations on patients in hospitals, clinics, doctors' offices, and other health related institutions. Graduates are eligible to apply to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists examination for certification... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Associate degree
Registered Respiratory Therapy | |
The advanced respiratory care curriculum is designed to provide students with the opportunity to learn the dynamic profession of respiratory care. Respiratory care is involved in the diagnosis, deterrence, and management of circumstances of disease and conditions that affect the pulmonary and cardiovascular... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Associate degree
Renewable Energy Technology | |
This Renewable Energy Technology curriculum is intended for persons who desire to become professional technicians qualified for immediate employment in the renewable energy and/or chemical processing environment. The technical components of the program prepare the graduate for employment as operating... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Associate degree
Surgical Technology | |
The surgical technologist,working closely with surgeons and registered nurses,functions as a member of the surgical team. Courses include the study of basic patient care practices, sterile technique,surgical anatomy, surgical procedures, working as a team, communication skills,ethical/legal aspects of... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Certificates/First-Professional Certificate
Cosmetology Teacher | |
This Cosmetology Teacher program is designed for the individual who is already a licensed cosmetologist in Illinois and who has two or more years of employment experience within the past five years. The program is approved by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. Persons who... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Certificates/First-Professional Certificate
Criminal Justice | |
A student completing this curriculum will be eligible for employment with various criminal justice agencies. Certain private positions, such as business and industrial security, may also be available. A student with a criminal conviction will be admitted to the program, but may experience difficulty... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Certificates/First-Professional Certificate
Diagnostic Medical Sonography | |
Diagnostic Medical Sonography is a modality that uses high frequency sound waves to produce images of organs and vascular structures within the body. Sonography is also used extensively in the evaluation of pregnancy and fetal development. Recent advancements in technology have led to increasing use... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Certificates/First-Professional Certificate
Magnetic Resonance Imaging | |
Magnetic Resonance Imaging is a special modality that utilizes computer technology in conjunction with magnetic fields and radiofrequency signals to obtain sectional images in any body plane. MRI's ability to distinguish differences in tissue composition has made it the modality of choice in imaging... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Certificates/First-Professional Certificate
Nail Technology | |
This Nail Technology program is designed to prepare individuals who want to receive training in all aspects of nail technology and become licensed nail technologists. This program is approved by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. Persons who satisfactorily complete this... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Certificates/First-Professional Certificate
Nuclear Medicine Technology | |
As one of the advanced certificate programs in diagnostic imaging, Nuclear Medicine employs the administration of small quantities of radiopharmaceuticals in order to evaluate the structure and function of an organ. This 12-month program prepares students to perform diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Certificates/First-Professional Certificate
Nursing Assistant/Aide | |
The Nursing Assistant/Aide program meets the Department of Public Health requirement for training to work in a long term care facility. Upon satisfactory completion of this course, the student must take a state required competency test to become certified and work as a nursing assistant. |
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Carl Sandburg College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Accounting | |
The Accounting program is designed for the student who desires to work as an assistant to an accountant or accounting professional. Persons who take positions as accounting assistants need competence in the theory and practice of areas such as accounts receivable, accounts payable,payroll, merchandise... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Automotive Customizing Street Rod/Street Machine | |
This Automotive Customizing Street Rod/Street Machine program is designed to show the student the correct methods in customizing an automobile. Although the skills taught would apply to a lot of newer automobiles, the program focuses on cars that are classified as street rods and street machines. The... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Basic Automotive Body Repair | |
This Basic Automotive Body Repair program is a condensed version of the AAS curriculum in Automotive Body Repair. It is intended primarily for students who are interested only in developing the more specialized knowledge and skills rather than to also include some elements of more general education.... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Computer Aided Drafting/ Design | |
This one-year Certificate in Computer Aided Drafting/Design is intended for persons who are currently employed or have previous experience in drafting. The classes use the current AutoCAD software which is 2D drafting and detailing. 3-D solid modeling,with the use of CAM software,enhances this certificate... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Cosmetology | |
This Cosmetology program is designed to prepare individuals to become entry-level licensed cosmetologists in the state of Illinois. The program is approved by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation and satisfies that agency's requirement of 1,500 hours of instruction. Persons... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Emergency Medical Technician | |
The Emergency Medical Technician program at Carl Sandburg College is designed to prepare the graduate to administer care to the sick and injured in emergency situations. Graduates are employed primarily by ambulance companies, fire departments, and in the clinical setting. Upon successful completion... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Engine Performance | |
The Engine Performance certificate program is tailored for the student interested in designing and building high performance engines. This certificate is ideal for a person interested in becoming employed in the motor sport field or the weekend racing enthusiast. This program should not be taken as preparation... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Graphic Design Specialist | |
This curriculum prepares students with the skills needed for employment in a graphic design business or in an office which uses graphic design equipment. The coursework covers hardware, software,and graphics enhancements as well as the skills needed for elementary layout and design work. Graduates of... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Limited Radiography | |
The Limited Radiography program prepares students to perform basic x-ray examinations on patients in doctors'offices and clinic settings. Program graduates will be eligible to apply to take the Illinois Emergency Management Agency, Division of Nuclear Safety, or Iowa Department of Public Health examinations... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Machine Tool | |
This one-year Machine Tool Certificate program provides the student an opportunity to develop knowledge and skills in machine tool procedures and to learn the basic theories related to machining standards. This Certificate prepares the students for employment or advancement in industrial organizations... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Medical Assisting | |
This Medical Assisting program prepares students to perform administrative,clinical, and laboratory duties in a variety of health care settings. As one of the fastest growing health care occupations, medical assistants are most commonly employed in medical offices and clinics. Their responsibilities... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Numerical Control | |
This one-year Numerical Control Certificate program provides students an opportunity to learn the knowledge and basic skills associated with programming and operating numerical controlled machines. The program incorporates the basic theories related to numerical control standards.This Certificate prepares... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Practical Nursing | |
This one-year certificate is designed to prepare Practical Nurses to function under the direction of a licensed professional in an ever changing health care environment in a variety of health care settings. The graduate will receive a certificate from the College and is eligible to apply to write the... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Small Business Management | |
The Small Business Management certificate is designed for students wishing to start their own business in an entrepreneurial environment. This certificate will provide students with an introduction to business organization and operations. It will also provide students with the knowledge and insight necessary... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Therapeutic Massage | |
This Therapeutic Massage program is designed to prepare individuals to become licensed massage therapists in the state of Illinois. Graduates will be eligible to apply to take the national certification examination offered by the NCBTMB. Job opportunities in therapeutic massage are rising as a result... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Welding | |
This one-year Welding Certificate program is designed to provide students a hands-on welding certificate that emphasizes training and the mastery of welding techniques. Students will specialize in ARC, MIG, or TIG welding. This welding program emphasizes welding skill proficiency. The students will be... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Administrative Office Assistant | |
This Administrative Office Assistant curriculum prepares students with the skills needed for office work, including keyboarding, speedwriting,records management,communications, computers and other office technology. Graduates are qualified for entry-level positions in a business where a wide variety... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Computed Tomography | |
Computed Tomography is an imaging modality that combines the use of x-rays and computer technology. Cross-sectional images of the body are produced by an x-ray beam and array of detectors that encircle the patient. These images can be reconstructed in multiple planes to display anatomical structures... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Human Services Assistant | |
This Human Services Assistant certificate is designed to provide individuals with the necessary background and skill needed to care for the mentally and physically challenged, drug and alcohol abusers, as well as individuals with other abuse problems.This certificate can also provide needed in-service... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Legal Office Assistant | |
This Legal Office Assistant curriculum prepares students with the skills needed for legal office work, including keyboarding, speed writing, word processing, machine transcription, communications, and specialized legal courses. Graduates are qualified for positions as an assistant in a legal or governmental... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Medical Administrative Specialist | |
This Medical Administrative Specialist curriculum prepares students with the skills needed for medical office work,including keyboarding,speed writing, word processing,medical terminology,medical coding, medical machine transcription, and communication skills. Graduates are qualified for office positions... |
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Carl Sandburg College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Microcomputer Applications Specialist | |
This Microcomputer Applications Specialist program of study is designed to serve students who want to learn how to work with microcomputers because they are common to the career field that they have chosen. It is also a good choice for persons who are already employed and need to develop or upgrade skills... |
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