John A Logan College

The curriculum prepares students for employment as line mechanics, diagnostic technicians, and industrial maintenance personnel, as well as shop managers, company technicians, factory representatives, or teachers.

Upon completion of the CNC Machine Certificate program, a student may find employment as a machine tool operator/programmer, CNC machinist, lather operator, mill operator, or a general machinist. This program provides the student with an opportunity to start as a higher level in the work force with quick advancement within a company possible.

This two-year program is designed to provide a thorough understanding of DC/AC fundamentals, solid state electronics, digital electronics, microprocessor operations, and industrial electronics. Upon completion of this program, the student will be awarded an associate degree in electronics technology. For students entering the program with prior education or on-the-job experience, it is possible to test out of the basic courses.

Industrial Maintenance Engineering technicians solve technical problems in research and development, manufacturing, sales, construction, inspection, and maintenance. In manufacturing, the Industrial Maintenance Engineering technician many assist engineers and scientists, especially in research and development. Duties many include quality control, inspecting products and processes, conducting tests, repairing and maintaining of industrial equipment or collecting data.

This degree is for students that want to work in a computer forensics environment with electronic devices that may hold evidence that could be used in a court of law. The extent of the analyses could be as simple as a personal computer or as complex as a main server for a large corporation. Preparation for COMPTIA certifications can be obtained through this degree. Graduates will be qualified for careers in computer forensics in federal, state and local agencies, law enforcement organizations, and in the private sector.

The Criminal Justice A. A. S. degree program meets the objectives of students considering careers in policing, the courts, corrections, juvenile justice, and private security, as well as preparing students for transfer and maximizing articulation with baccalaureate programs in Administration of Justice, Criminal Justice, Police Science, etc.

The Criminal Justice A. A. S. degree program meets the objectives of students considering careers in policing, the courts, corrections, juvenile justice, and private security, as well as preparing students for transfer and maximizing articulation with baccalaureate programs in Administration of Justice, Criminal Justice, Police Science, etc.

Graduates of this two-year Early Childhood Education Program will be trained to provide education and care for children in public and private child care settings to include the following: maintaining a safe and healthy learning environment; providing experiences to promote physical, intellectual, social/emotional, and language/literacy development; using positive guidance/discipline strategies; establishing positive and productive relationships with families; and operating a well-run program for children that adheres to legal requirements and a professional code of ethics.

Graduates of the program will be eligible to sit for the Illinois Department of Public Health, EMT-Paramedic (EMT-P) licensing exam which is required for paramedic licensure in the state of Illinois. Licensed paramedics have employment opportunities in hospitals, ambulance services, fire departments, colleges and within various governmental programs.

Graduates of the program are qualified to take the State Certification Examination which is required for paramedic licensure in the state of Illinois. Licensed paramedics have employment opportunities in hospitals, ambulance services, fire departments, colleges and within various governmental programs.

This degree is for students that want to work in a computer forensics environment with electronic devices that may hold evidence that could be used in a court of law. The extent of the analyses could be as simple as a personal computer or as complex as a main server for a large corporation. Preparation for COMPTIA certifications can be obtained through this degree. Graduates will be qualified for careers in computer forensics in federal, state and local agencies, law enforcement organizations, and in the private sector.

Upon successful completion of this program, students will have the minimum skills necessary to maintain an existing small business information system; perform the duties necessary to enter, store, retrieve, transfer, update, and maintain computerized information; and possess the required technical knowledge to ensure the proper care of equipment and software.

This degree is for students that want to work in a small to medium size business environment with routers, firewalls, and VPN’s managing develop security policies and design networks while keeping data secure. Preparation for COMPTIA, Net+, A+, CCENT and CCNA certifications can be obtained through this degree. Graduates will be qualified for careers in cybersecurity and information assurance in federal, state and local agencies, and the private sector.

Upon successful completion of this program, students will have the minimum skills necessary to maintain an existing small business information system; perform the duties necessary to enter, store, retrieve, transfer, update, and maintain computerized information; and possess the required technical knowledge to ensure the proper care of equipment and software.

This degree is for students that want to work in a computer environment and work with the computer applications as well as administer a network. This degree will concentrate more on computer applications and networking than on business office practices. Preparation for MOS certifications can be obtained through this degree. This degree will also capstone to SIU through Information Systems Technologies and Health Care Management.

Upon successful completion of this certificate, the student will be prepared to design, repair, and maintain a computer system as well as troubleshoot and administer a network.

Computer Support Specialists, Network/Computer System Administrator, Computer Specialist. This degree is being taught in conjunction with the Electronics department. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to build, repair, and troubleshoot a computer and be able to design, troubleshoot and administer a network. This degree will capstone to SIU through Information Systems Technologies.

Upon successful completion of this program, students will have the minimum skills necessary to maintain an existing small business information system; perform the duties necessary to enter, store, retrieve, transfer, update, and maintain computerized information; and possess the required technical knowledge to ensure the proper care of equipment and software.

Upon successful completion of this certificate, the student will be prepared to design, repair, and maintain a computer system as well as troubleshoot and administer a network.

Computer Support Specialists, Network/Computer System Administrator, Computer Specialist. This degree is being taught in conjunction with the Electronics department. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to build, repair, and troubleshoot a computer and be able to design, troubleshoot and administer a network. This degree will capstone to SIU through Information Systems Technologies.

The Dental Assisting Program prepares students to become highly competent individuals possessing the skills and knowledge necessary for performing the many tasks required to provide quality dental care. As a member of the dental health team, the dental assistant is responsible for providing such services as assisting the dentist with operative and surgical procedures, manipulating of dental materials, taking radiographs, providing oral health instructions, and performing office management skills. Classroom theory, laboratory practice, and clinical training on campus and in the dental office are included in this certificate program.
Graduates will be eligible to sit for the Dental Assisting National Board Exam, and successful candidates may use the title “Certified Dental Assistant (CDA).” Certification is highly recommended and mandatory in some states.

This is a two-year program leading to an Associate in Applied Science degree. The Medical Administrative Assistant Program prepares students for office support positions in a doctor’s office, clinic, hospital, or other health care-related organizations. Besides exposure to executive secretarial courses, participants gain experience with computer applications, medical terminology, CPR, medical office procedures, and The Medical Manager ©.

This certificate program is a concentrated program of study in medical assisting designed to train individuals to become multi-skilled professionals in an ambulatory healthcare setting. Medical assistants are allied health professionals who function as a member of a health care delivery team and perform routine, yet essential, administrative and clinical procedures.
Graduates are eligible to sit for the following certification exams: • Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)
• NationalCertifiedMedicalAssistant(NCMA)

The Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) is employed in clinical laboratories of hospitals, clinics, physician’s offices, and other health care facilities performing varied laboratory procedures and diagnostic tests. Laboratory tests are performed on body fluids such as blood, which is obtained by the technician through venipuncture. The MLT works as a bench technician under the direct supervision of a physician and/or medical technologist in the areas of blood banking, clinical chemistry, hematology, microbiology, urinalysis, coagulation, and immunology. The MLT is an integral part of the health care team focused on providing optimum patient care. The Medical Laboratory Technology (two-year) Associate Degree Program is offered through the Southern Illinois Collegiate Common Market (SICCM) and is a cooperative program with John A. Logan College, and Shawnee Community College.

This course is designed for students interested in
becoming nursing assistant. Students receive training that will enable them to work in hospitals, long-term care facilities, or other health care facilities. A criminal background check is completed as a part of the program. This program is approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health.

The OTA courses have both lecture and hands-on laboratory components. Portions of the lecture section of some OTA courses are web-based. During the program, students will develop entry-level competencies necessary to provide services to persons of all ages who have functional loss due to physical, neurological, social/emotional, cognitive, or developmental disabilities.

The Practical Nursing Program is designed to provide an individual with the knowledge and skills to function as a safe and effective member of the health care team in the role of the practical nurse. Classroom theory, laboratory practice, and clinical experience are included in this three-semester certificate program. This program is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and approved by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulations, and the ICCB. The accreditation and approval of these agencies allow a graduate of the program to do the following:
1. Write the CAT-NCLEX-PN Examination. (This is the licensing examination that a graduate of any nursing program must pass in order to be employed as a practical nurse.)
2. Be employed as a practical nurse in any health care setting of choice, including state and federal institutions.
3. Be employed in any state in the nation.

The Practical Nursing Program is designed to provide an individual with the knowledge and skills to function as a safe and effective member of the health care team in the role of the practical nurse. Classroom theory, laboratory practice, and clinical experience are included in this three-semester certificate program. This program is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and approved by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulations, and the ICCB. The accreditation and approval of these agencies allow a graduate of the program to do the following:
1. Write the CAT-NCLEX-PN Examination. (This is the licensing examination that a graduate of any nursing program must pass in order to be employed as a practical nurse.)
2. Be employed as a practical nurse in any health care setting of choice, including state and federal institutions.
3. Be employed in any state in the nation.

The Surgical Technology Certificate is a one-year program offered at the community colleges through the Southern Illinois Collegiate Common Market (SICCM) and is a cooperative program with John A. Logan College and Shawnee Community College. This program is designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to practice as certified surgical technologists. Students successfully completing the program will be fully qualified for jobs as scrub surgical technologists and circulating surgical technologists in hospitals, surgical centers, clinics, and physicians’ offices. Graduates of the accredited Surgical Technology program will sit for the National Certifying Exam for Surgical Technologists. The exam will be scheduled at the student’s home campus. It is administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA), which is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA). Successful completion of this exam confers the title of Certified Surgical Technologist (CST).

design, updating their existing skills, or having an interest in artistic expression. This program is ideal for dislocated or incumbent workers who wish to concentrate their education toward graphics design related classes.

The program will prepare graduates to enter the profession of Graphic Design in print shops, magazine companies, newspaper companies, television stations and other related industries. The needs for each company varies, but graphic designer’s responsibilities may include the creation of graphics, photography, animation, page setup, layout, logo design, and web page design. The program is geared toward students desiring a career in graphics design, dislocated workers and incumbent workers desiring to upgrade their existing skills, as well as students with interest in artistic expression.

This program prepares students for careers in the heating and air conditioning industry. The curriculum provides theory as well as sufficient laboratory experience to prepare graduates for immediate employment. Students will be trained for competency in installing, operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining all types of environmental control equipment. The graduate will receive a Certificate of Achievement.

This program prepares students for careers in the heating and air conditioning industry. The curriculum provides theory as well as sufficient laboratory experience to prepare graduates for immediate employment. Students will be trained for competency in installing, operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining all types of environmental control equipment. The graduate will receive an AAS degree.

Upon successful completion of the Welding Technology Certificate, the student will have the opportunity to enter the workforce as a welding technician. The program will prepare graduates for entry into union trades positions including boilermakers, plumbers & pipefitters, structural steel workers, rail car repair and general maintenance; small and medium job shops.

Upon successful completion of the AAS degree, the student will have the opportunity to enter the workforce as a welding technician. The program will prepare graduates for entry into union trades positions including boilermakers, plumbers & pipefitters, structural steel workers, rail car repair and general maintenance; small and medium job shops.