Lincoln Land Community College

Are you good with numbers? Accounting is a field where the management of numbers plays an important part in personal and business finances. In fact, sound accounting practices are vital for the success of a business. Businesses and organizations rely on accountants to ensure financial accuracy and efficiency of financial operations. LLCC’s accounting program is taught by faculty who are professional accountants themselves. Students can prepare to directly enter the workforce in basic accounting positions or transfer to a four-year university for a bachelor’s degree. LLCC’s accounting graduates are employed in such jobs as accounting managers, auditors, corporate accountants, fraud examiners and public accountants.

Enjoy the versatility of a business career! Students can work in a variety of positions including actuary, budget analyst, business owner, consulting, financial adviser or analyst, human resources, insurance sales and underwriting, marketing, management, project coordinator, purchasing, retail, sales, securities agent, statistician and many more. LLCC’s business programs are designed so students have the option to enter the workforce directly upon completion of a certificate or Associate in Applied Science degree or transfer to a four-year university after completing an Associate in Arts degree.

Enjoy the versatility of a business career! Students can work in a variety of positions including actuary, budget analyst, business owner, consulting, financial adviser or analyst, human resources, insurance sales and underwriting, marketing, management, project coordinator, purchasing, retail, sales, securities agent, statistician and many more. LLCC’s business programs are designed so students have the option to enter the workforce directly upon completion of a certificate or Associate in Applied Science degree or transfer to a four-year university after completing an Associate in Arts degree.

A person’s life depends on the emergency medical personnel’s quick response, decision-making ability and precise medical care delivered under extreme pressure. LLCC Emergency Medical Services prepares students to provide prehospital emergency medical care. Students train in LLCC’s state-of-the-art indoor ambulance simulator to master handling real-world situations. EMT, advanced EMT (AEMT) and paramedic courses have a clinical portion. Clinical time is done in and out of the hospital. Graduates must pass the examination process administered by National Registry to obtain their licensure and be able to practice as an AEMT.

A person’s life depends on the emergency medical personnel’s quick response, decision-making ability and precise medical care delivered under extreme pressure. Emergency Medical Responder students gain knowledge of Basic Life Support skills, enabling them to render emergency care to victims of sudden illness or injury and to prevent such situations from becoming life-threatening. Students train in LLCC’s state-of-the-art indoor ambulance simulator to master handling real-world situations. EMT, advanced EMT (AEMT) and paramedic courses have a clinical portion. Clinical time is done in and out of the hospital.

A person’s life depends on the emergency medical personnel’s quick response, decision-making ability and precise medical care delivered under extreme pressure. This program prepares students for careers providing pre-hospital emergency medical care by way of adherence to local, state and national standards of care and treatment protocols. Students train in LLCC’s state-of-the-art indoor ambulance simulator to master handling real-world situations. EMT, advanced EMT (AEMT) and paramedic courses have a clinical portion. Clinical time is done in and out of the hospital.

A person’s life depends on the emergency medical personnel’s quick response, decision-making ability and precise medical care delivered under extreme pressure. LLCC Emergency Medical Services prepares students to provide prehospital emergency medical care. Students train in LLCC’s state-of-the-art indoor ambulance simulator to master handling real-world situations. EMT, advanced EMT (AEMT) and paramedic courses have a clinical portion. Clinical time is done in and out of the hospital.

A person’s life depends on the emergency medical personnel’s quick response, decision-making ability and precise medical care delivered under extreme pressure. This certificate program prepares students for an occupation in the professional field of Emergency Medical Services, Paramedic. Students train in LLCC’s state-of-the-art indoor ambulance simulator to master handling real-world situations. EMT, advanced EMT (AEMT) and paramedic courses have a clinical portion. Clinical time is done in and out of the hospital.

Today’s firefighter service is an all-hazards affair, ranging from emergency medical response to structural collapse and water rescue. Firefighters must be able to thrive under pressure and be able to maintain a healthy physical fitness level to meet the demands of the job. LLCC Fire Science Technology provides students with proper skill training in several disciplines for safeguarding life and property utilizing hands-on experiences. Students also learn the safe management of hazardous materials and various rescue operations.

Today’s firefighter service is an all-hazards affair, ranging from emergency medical response to structural collapse and water rescue. Firefighters must be able to thrive under pressure and be able to maintain a healthy physical fitness level to meet the demands of the job. LLCC Fire Science Technology provides students with proper skill training in several disciplines for safeguarding life and property utilizing hands-on experiences. Students also learn the safe management of hazardous materials and various rescue operations. Prepares students to sit for the Basic Operations Fire Fighters certification exam through the Office of the State Fire Marshal.

Today’s firefighter service is an all-hazards affair, ranging from emergency medical response to structural collapse and water rescue. Firefighters must be able to thrive under pressure and be able to maintain a healthy physical fitness level to meet the demands of the job. LLCC Fire Science Technology provides students with proper skill training in several disciplines for safeguarding life and property utilizing hands-on experiences. Students also learn the safe management of hazardous materials and various rescue operations. This certificate is designed for students who wish to become certified as a Fire Apparatus Engineer through the Office of the State Fire Marshal.

Today’s firefighter service is an all-hazards affair, ranging from emergency medical response to structural collapse and water rescue. Firefighters must be able to thrive under pressure and be able to maintain a healthy physical fitness level to meet the demands of the job. LLCC Fire Science Technology provides students with proper skill training in several disciplines for safeguarding life and property utilizing hands-on experiences. Students also learn the safe management of hazardous materials and various rescue operations. This certificate is designed to prepare students to successfully complete the Fire Prevention Principles exam through the Office of the State Fire Marshal.

Today’s firefighter service is an all-hazards affair, ranging from emergency medical response to structural collapse and water rescue. Firefighters must be able to thrive under pressure and be able to maintain a healthy physical fitness level to meet the demands of the job. LLCC Fire Science Technology provides students with proper skill training in several disciplines for safeguarding life and property utilizing hands-on experiences. Students also learn the safe management of hazardous materials and various rescue operations.

Today’s firefighter service is an all-hazards affair, ranging from emergency medical response to structural collapse and water rescue. Firefighters must be able to thrive under pressure and be able to maintain a healthy physical fitness level to meet the demands of the job. LLCC Fire Science Technology provides students with proper skill training in several disciplines for safeguarding life and property utilizing hands-on experiences. Students also learn the safe management of hazardous materials and various rescue operations. This certificate is designed to prepare students to successfully complete the Fire Service Instructor I exam through the Office of the State Fire Marshal.

This certificate is designed to prepare students to successfully complete the Fire Instructor II exam through the Office of the State Fire Marshal.

Today’s firefighter service is an all-hazards affair, ranging from emergency medical response to structural collapse and water rescue. Firefighters must be able to thrive under pressure and be able to maintain a healthy physical fitness level to meet the demands of the job. LLCC Fire Science Technology provides students with proper skill training in several disciplines for safeguarding life and property utilizing hands-on experiences. Students also learn the safe management of hazardous materials and various rescue operations. The Fire Service Vehicle Operator Certificate of Completion reflects the successful student's mastery of the skills and knowledge attained in the academic course.

Today’s firefighter service is an all-hazards affair, ranging from emergency medical response to structural collapse and water rescue. Firefighters must be able to thrive under pressure and be able to maintain a healthy physical fitness level to meet the demands of the job. LLCC Fire Science Technology provides students with proper skill training in several disciplines for safeguarding life and property utilizing hands-on experiences. Students also learn the safe management of hazardous materials and various rescue operations. This certificate is designed to prepare students to take the Fire Tactics and Strategy I exam through the Office of the State Fire Marshal.

Today’s firefighter service is an all-hazards affair, ranging from emergency medical response to structural collapse and water rescue. Firefighters must be able to thrive under pressure and be able to maintain a healthy physical fitness level to meet the demands of the job. LLCC Fire Science Technology provides students with proper skill training in several disciplines for safeguarding life and property utilizing hands-on experiences. Students also learn the safe management of hazardous materials and various rescue operations.

Today’s firefighter service is an all-hazards affair, ranging from emergency medical response to structural collapse and water rescue. Firefighters must be able to thrive under pressure and be able to maintain a healthy physical fitness level to meet the demands of the job. LLCC Fire Science Technology provides students with proper skill training in several disciplines for safeguarding life and property utilizing hands-on experiences. Students also learn the safe management of hazardous materials and various rescue operations. This certificate prepares students to take the exam for the Technical Rescue Awareness certification through the Office of the State Fire Marshal.

Today’s firefighter service is an all-hazards affair, ranging from emergency medical response to structural collapse and water rescue. Firefighters must be able to thrive under pressure and be able to maintain a healthy physical fitness level to meet the demands of the job. LLCC Fire Science Technology provides students with proper skill training in several disciplines for safeguarding life and property utilizing hands-on experiences. Students also learn the safe management of hazardous materials and various rescue operations. This certificate prepares students to sit for the State of Illinois Vehicle/Machinery Operations Specialist certification examination through the Office of the State Fire Marshal.

The focus of this program is interdisciplinary to include the areas of social services, human services and corrections.
Classroom and field study are included with such agencies as county adult/juvenile probation, Community based youth/family services, Department of IL Human Services and IL Department of Corrections.
This program is intended for students desiring to enter the field as a non-professional or para-professional.
This applied science program of study must be taken in its entirety to meet degree requirements.

The focus of this program is interdisciplinary to include the areas of social services, human services and corrections.
Classroom and field study are included with such agencies as county adult/juvenile probation, Community based youth/family services, Department of IL Human Services and IL Department of Corrections.
This program is intended for students desiring to enter the field as a non-professional or para-professional.
This applied science program of study must be taken in its entirety to meet degree requirements.

Providing early childhood education is important to children’s future well-being, and helping nurture the educational and behavioral development of young children can be a very rewarding profession. According to the National Education Association, children enrolled in quality early childhood programs show significant educational, social and emotional development, leading to an increased probability for success in school and life.

LLCC offers a variety of degrees and certificates to prepare students for careers working with young children. Students can prepare to enter the workforce directly or transfer to a senior university for a bachelor’s degree. The LLCC Child Development Center, located on the LLCC-Springfield campus, serves as a learning lab for students in the early childhood education program, and it has earned accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children, the world’s largest organization working on behalf of young children. The accreditation is the gold standard for early childhood programs across the country.

LLCC offers students the opportunity to focus solely on courses in welding while earning a certificate. Students get to train in state-of-the-art facilities available at the Springfield campus and at LLCC-Taylorville, and are taught by instructors who have worked in a variety of welding environments. Graduates from our program are currently working in the industries of car racing, construction, manufacturing, pipelines and others.

LLCC offers students the opportunity to focus solely on courses in welding while earning a certificate. This program is designed to provide skill development in currently used welding processes including flat and position welding. Students get to train in state-of-the-art facilities available at the Springfield campus and at LLCC-Taylorville, and are taught by instructors who have worked in a variety of welding environments. Graduates from our program are currently working in the industries of car racing, construction, manufacturing, pipelines and others.

LLCC offers students the opportunity to focus solely on courses in welding while earning a certificate. This program is designed to provide skill development in currently used welding processes including flat and position welding.
Additional skills may be obtained in brazing, soldering, cutting, layout and fabrication techniques. Activities including oxyacetylene, shielded arc and MIG/TIG welding, and cutting techniques are provided. Students get to train in state-of-the-art facilities available at the Springfield campus and at LLCC-Taylorville, and are taught by instructors who have worked in a variety of welding environments. Graduates from our program are currently working in the industries of car racing, construction, manufacturing, pipelines and others.

LLCC offers students the opportunity to focus solely on courses in welding while earning a certificate. This program is designed to provide skill development in currently used welding processes including flat and position welding. Students get to train in state-of-the-art facilities available at the Springfield campus and at LLCC-Taylorville, and are taught by instructors who have worked in a variety of welding environments. Graduates from our program are currently working in the industries of car racing, construction, manufacturing, pipelines and others.

This four-hour Scissor Lift Training/Certification is designed to train the Operator on: Equipment Characteristics, Pre-Operation Inspection, Fall Protection Requirements for Aerial Lifts, Observation, Written Test, and Hands-On Operation. All training follows the OSHA Standards under 1910.67 and 1926.453.

This course includes classroom instruction, driver observations and testing that will enhance your operator performance to reduce accidents. Each participant will perform the following requirements: successful passing of the written test, daily checklist requirements, work environment hazard recognition walk through, battery changing/charging, fueling operations and successful hands-on practical exercise.

This two day 10-hour Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) course is designed for anyone involved in the construction industry. This instructor led hazard recognition training is intended as an orientation to OSHA standards and covers safety and health hazards workers may face on construction work sites. The course places special emphasis on hazard identification, avoidance, control and prevention.

This program offers hands-on experience to provide practical experience in various facets of the construction trades including blueprint reading, carpentry, masonry, plumbing, wiring and more. Graduates of this program may work as construction labroers, construction supervisors/foremen, brick masons and construction carpenters.

The Illinois Department of Transportation has funded this program to expand the number of people in historically underrepresented populations who enter a highway construction career. This is an intensive program that addresses skills necessary for acceptance into a highway construction career: math for the trades, job readiness, and technical skills coursework. Students will leave the completed highway construction careers training with the following certifications: OSHA 10, Forklift, CPR/First Aid Training, Flagger, and Scissor lift. Students will have gained the opportunity to excel when applying for a new career with high-wage earning potential.

This program offers hands-on experience to provide practical experience in various facets of the construction trades including blueprint reading, carpentry, masonry, plumbing, wiring and more. Graduates of this program may work as construction labroers, construction supervisors/foremen, brick masons and construction carpenters.

Where there is hot or cold weather, there is a need for heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration professionals. Individuals who like hands-on work and can tolerate extreme temperatures should consider a career in this high-demand field. LLCC’s HVACR professors have more than 50 years of combined professional experience. Students learn to install, repair and maintain HVACR equipment in our state-of-the-art lab. The nine-month certificate program prepares students to enter directly into the workforce.

You can prepare for an exciting and rewarding career in aviation mechanics in approximately 18 months! Airframe and powerplant (A&P) technicians maintain and troubleshoot the complex systems that an aircraft contains – turbine and piston engines, electrical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, sheet metal, communication, navigation, cooling exhaust and more. They help keep the world moving and travelers safe. LLCC’s program prepares students to take the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification exam for airframe and powerplant mechanics and, at the same time, they can work toward an associate in applied science degree. The program emphasizes hands-on experience with the repair and maintenance of modern engines and airframes.

You can prepare for an exciting and rewarding career in aviation mechanics in approximately 18 months! Airframe and powerplant (A&P) technicians maintain and troubleshoot the complex systems that an aircraft contains – turbine and piston engines, electrical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, sheet metal, communication, navigation, cooling exhaust and more. They help keep the world moving and travelers safe. LLCC’s program prepares students to take the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification exam for airframe and powerplant mechanics and, at the same time, they can work toward an associate in applied science degree. The program emphasizes hands-on experience with the repair and maintenance of modern engines and airframes.

You can prepare for an exciting and rewarding career in aviation mechanics in approximately 18 months! Airframe and powerplant (A&P) technicians maintain and troubleshoot the complex systems that an aircraft contains – turbine and piston engines, electrical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, sheet metal, communication, navigation, cooling exhaust and more. They help keep the world moving and travelers safe. LLCC’s program prepares students to take the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification exam for airframe and powerplant mechanics and, at the same time, they can work toward an associate in applied science degree. The program emphasizes hands-on experience with the repair and maintenance of modern engines and airframes.

Vehicles are becoming more and more complex with high-tech computer systems. Due to the intricacy of vehicles, qualified automotive technicians are highly valued by vehicle owners. This certificate program provides students with the technical knowledge and skills required of auto technicians who work on automotive heating and air conditioning. Students can train for a successful automotive technology career at LLCC in a state-of-the-art facility with the newest automotive technology equipment. Upon completion of LLCC’s program, students can find employment as auto, fleet, truck and bus mechanics and with automotive parts, accessories and tire businesses.

Vehicles are becoming more and more complex with high-tech computer systems. Due to the intricacy of vehicles, qualified automotive technicians are highly valued by vehicle owners. Students can train for a successful automotive technology career at LLCC in a state-of-the-art facility with the newest automotive technology equipment. Upon completion of LLCC’s program, students can find employment as auto, fleet, truck and bus mechanics and with automotive parts, accessories and tire businesses.

Vehicles are becoming more and more complex with high-tech computer systems. Due to the intricacy of vehicles, qualified automotive technicians are highly valued by vehicle owners. Students can train for a successful automotive technology career at LLCC in a state-of-the-art facility with the newest automotive technology equipment. Upon completion of LLCC’s program, students can find employment as auto, fleet, truck and bus mechanics and with automotive parts, accessories and tire businesses.

Vehicles are becoming more and more complex with high-tech computer systems. Due to the intricacy of vehicles, qualified automotive technicians are highly valued by vehicle owners. Students can train for a successful automotive technology career at LLCC in a state-of-the-art facility with the newest automotive technology equipment. Upon completion of LLCC’s program, students can find employment as auto, fleet, truck and bus mechanics and with automotive parts, accessories and tire businesses.

Vehicles are becoming more and more complex with high-tech computer systems. Due to the intricacy of vehicles, qualified automotive technicians are highly valued by vehicle owners. This certificate program provides students with the technical knowledge and skills required of auto technicians who work on automotive steering and alignment systems. Students can train for a successful automotive technology career at LLCC in a state-of-the-art facility with the newest automotive technology equipment. Upon completion of LLCC’s program, students can find employment as auto, fleet, truck and bus mechanics and with automotive parts, accessories and tire businesses.

Vehicles are becoming more and more complex with high-tech computer systems. Due to the intricacy of vehicles, qualified automotive technicians are highly valued by vehicle owners. Students can train for a successful automotive technology career at LLCC in a state-of-the-art facility with the newest automotive technology equipment. Upon completion of LLCC’s program, students can find employment as auto, fleet, truck and bus mechanics and with automotive parts, accessories and tire businesses.

LLCC Truck Driver Training program assists students in obtaining licensure in a four- to five-week period. This quick turn-around provides for enrollees to have a career with good wages, benefits and with a choice of local and over-the road positions.

LLCC Truck Driver Training program assists students in obtaining licensure in a four- to five-week period. This quick turn-around provides for enrollees to have a career with good wages, benefits and with a choice of local and over-the road positions.

Students can train for a trucking career with LLCC’s Truck Driver Training program, which combines both classroom and a hands-on approach to obtaining a class A commercial driver’s license with all endorsements. Classes are taught by professionals who have years of teaching experience as well as over-the-road driving experience. Students can complete the program in four weeks (day) or six weeks (night). Upon completion, students have the basic skills to become a safe, professional, commercial driver and secure an entry-level position in the trucking industry.

Training and clinical experience for a career as a registered professional nurse (RN). Do you like helping others? Are you detail-oriented, emotionally strong and a good communicator? If so, explore a career in nursing! Nursing offers a variety of opportunities, such as specializing by type of patient, health condition or work environment. LLCC Associate Degree Nursing prepares students to fulfill the duties of a registered professional nurse (RN). The program includes a combination of classroom, lab and clinical components. Graduates of the ADN program are eligible to take the NCLEX-RN examination, which is the national licensing examination for RNs. With a consistent student pass rate of approximately 90 percent or greater, you can feel confident that our program will prepare you to successfully complete this examination.

Becoming a licensed practical nurse (LPN) is a career that offers many opportunities to pursue different paths and advancement options. LPNs generally work under the supervision of registered nurses and care for the ill, injured, convalescent and disabled. Lincoln Land Community College’s practical nurse program includes classroom, lab and clinical experience to prepare students to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurse (NCLEX-PN).

Certified nursing assistants (CNAs) can have a major impact on the care that patients receive. CNAs assist patients with basic healthcare needs or daily living activities and help them maintain their dignity during illness or injury. LLCC’s basic nurse assistant program includes classroom, lab and clinical experience. Classes are held on the main campus in Springfield and at LLCC-Beardstown, LLCC-Jacksonville, LLCC-Litchfield and LLCC-Taylorville. Students who successfully complete the program, are eligible to take the required Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) nurse aide competency exam. LLCC CNAs are employed in nursing homes, hospitals and home health settings.

The medical assistant bridge program grants qualified certified nursing assistants the opportunity to enter the medical assistant field. The accelerated curriculum provides students the knowledge and skills needed to function in the role of a medical assistant. 

Ensuring sterile medical equipment for patient health and infection control. In 16 weeks you can receive the needed training to sit for an exam to become a central sterile service technician, who plays a vital role in hospital and ambulatory surgery centers. For patient health and infection control, medical professionals need sterile and functioning surgical instruments. Central sterile service technicians are responsible for the decontamination, preparation, packaging, sterilization and storage, handling and distribution of reusable surgical instrumentation and sterile medical supplies. LLCC’s program includes a combination of classroom instruction and laboratory experience. Classes are offered in fall and spring semesters.

The Surgical Technology program is designed for students who are looking to pursue a career as a Certified Surgical Technologist. The program is two years long and upon completion the students earn their Associates Degree in Applied Science in Surgical Technology. National certification as a surgical technologist requires graduates to pass the examination administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting to become a Certified Surgical Technologist. This national examination is offered as part of the completion of the program. The first two semesters of the program consist of didactic and lab work in our mock operating room. The last three semesters consist of didactic and over 950 hours of clinical learning experiences. Certified Surgical Technologist are in high demand and career opportunities include working in hospital operating rooms, delivery rooms, ambulatory care centers, physician offices and central sterilizing departments. A number are also employed as instructors and directors of surgical technology programs.

Are you a certified surgical technologist (CST) looking to enhance your certification? LLCC’s transition program is designed for students who are currently a CST and are interested in getting their associate of applied science (AAS) degree in surgical technology. Obtaining the associate degree creates other career advancement opportunities, which can lead to increased achievement, compensation and personal satisfaction.

Dental assistants greatly increase the efficiency of the dentist in delivery of quality oral health care. Their main responsibility is to assist with and provide direct patient care alongside dentists and dental hygienists.

A diagnostic medical sonographer is a highly skilled professional who provides patient care services. The sonographer uses specialized sonographic equipment to create images of structures within the human body. Sonographers have direct patient contact and may provide this service in a variety of medical settings where the physician is responsible for the use of and interpretation of appropriate procedures. LLCC’s program prepares students to secure their American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography credentials and entry-level work in the abdomen and obstetrics/gynecology specialty areas. Vascular instruction is also included in the coursework.

Vascular ultrasound uses high frequency sound waves to scan blood vessels (visceral and peripheral) within the human body. Vascular sonographers obtain information about the health of blood vessels and the velocity and quality of blood flow to assist reading physicians, vascular surgeons and/or interventionalists in the diagnosis and treatment of vascular disease. Sonographers have direct patient contact and may provide this service in a variety of medical settings. LLCC’s program is designed for currently registered, working general or cardiac sonographers who wish to expand their knowledge and skill set to include vascular technology in preparation for board examination.

The program prepares students to work with clinical coordinators or practice administrators. As a Clinical Medical Assistant you will be involved in the comprehensive medical billing and setup of patients for medical facilities. You will also be involved in the practice and management of a medical office in areas such as receptionist duties, telephone techniques, appointment scheduling, verbal and written communications, medical and non-medical record management. You will learn basic patient setup for triage care and perform routine administrative and clinical tasks to keep the offices of physicians and other health practitioners run smoothly.

Medical coding is one of the fastest growing professions in the current job market. Medical coders convert health diagnoses, procedures, medical services and equipment into universal medical codes and make sure they are applied correctly for medical billing purposes. LLCC Medical Coding includes CPT and ICD-10 coding along with human anatomy and physiology, medical insurance billing and an internship. Upon completion of the program, students may choose to receive professional certification in the medical coding field. Graduates of our program work in physician’s offices and hospitals, while others are self-employed.

Recording and study of the electrical activity of the brain and nervous system pathways. Are you interested in caring for patients, from infants to the elderly, and providing key information in diagnosing various brain disorders? LLCC’s unique NDT program puts you on the path to a good-paying and rewarding career. With a nearly 100 percent job placement record, most graduates have job offers before completing the 21-month program. LLCC’s program, one of just 23 in the country, is located at HSHS St. John’s Hospital, which provides access to direct contact with patients, hospital equipment and facilities. Program graduates have the skills to succeed in the workforce as an ND technologist in a hospital lab, clinic, research facility and physicians’ offices.

Consider a career in a rapidly-growing and rewarding allied health profession! Occupational therapy assistants help people develop or recover skills needed for daily living and working. They help injured or ill patients do therapeutic activities and teach patients with permanent disabilities how to use specialized equipment. LLCC’s occupational therapy assistant (OTA) degree program prepares students to perform these and related tasks under the direction and supervision of an occupational therapist. LLCC OTA graduates are working as occupational therapy assistants in hospitals, outpatient clinics, nursing homes, schools and home health settings. Graduates of the program are eligible to sit for the national certification examination for the occupational therapy assistant administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). Following successful completion of this exam, the individual will be a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).

Pharmacy technicians are entry-level personnel that work in many different pharmacy settings within the health care industry. They assist the pharmacist as the right-hand person in many different pharmacy practice settings. One of the main duties of a pharmacy technician are to enter patient data and information into the computer system to process prescriptions. They are also responsible for dispensing commercially available medication, compounding specialty orders, and/or preparing intravenous medications.

The phlebotomy training course designed to prepare students for entry level competencies as phlebotomists. Phlebotomists are skilled health care professionals who have been trained to handle and process blood and other specimens for laboratory analysis using venipuncture and micro collection techniques. Upon completion of the course, students will be prepared to work as a phlebotomist and be eligible to take the ASCP certification exam.

Health care professionals who perform radiography and provide patient care are called radiographers. They create radiographic images that are used to diagnose a wide range of pathologies and injuries. Most patients coming to a hospital or clinic will have an x-ray procedure of some kind to assist in the diagnosis of their problem. Radiographers work with patients as young as newborns and as old as centenarians. They must enjoy working with people of all ages and backgrounds who arrive with injuries or diseases that require swift and accurate diagnosis. This program prepares students for an occupation in the professional field of medical radiography (X-ray technology). Students are involved in approximately 1,500 contact hours of clinical experience during the two-year program. National certification as a radiographer requires graduates to pass the examination administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. In addition, many states, including Illinois, require graduates to hold a license to practice medical radiography.

LLCC’s 21-month program puts you on the path to an exciting career as a respiratory therapist, providing diagnostic and therapeutic care to patients of all ages. Bedside, in the emergency room or in an ambulance, respiratory therapy practitioners are vital members of the lifesaving team. With a nearly 100 percent job placement record, most graduates have job offers before completing the 21-month program. LLCC’s program is located at HSHS St. John’s Hospital, providing access to direct patient contact, hospital equipment and facilities. Program graduates have the skills to succeed in the workforce in hospitals, medical transport companies, home health, physicians’ offices and sleep labs.

With pet ownership on the rise, the need for skilled veterinary assistants is in great demand. Veterinary assistants work directly with Veterinarians and veterinarian technicians in private practice, hospitals and clinics, animal shelters, animal control facilities, pet stores and kennels.

Designed by the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC), an industry-led, nationally recognized, training, assessment and certification organization, this program focuses on the core technical competencies needed by incumbent and entry-level production workers in industrial, manufacturing and other technically intensive fields.

Primarily designed for students seeking the AES degree for pursuit of civil, industrial, or mechanical engineering.
To complete the AES in two years, the calculus sequence (starting with MAT 131) should begin in the first semester. Students unprepared for MAT 131 should consider completing MAT 113 and MAT 120 during the summer term preceding their first fall semester at LLCC.
Students are strongly encouraged to investigate the specific course requirements for their particular transfer school of choice to ensure strong alignment with their course selections at LLCC.
Since completion of the AES degree does not complete the Illinois General Education core curriculum, students may need to complete the general education requirements of the school to which they transfer.

This program focuses on the foundational understanding and effective utilization of safety regulations in general industry with emphasis on lock-out-tag-out and workplace systems operations. Topics include basic blueprint interpretation, including electrical wiring diagrams and symbols; electricity voltage, amperage, resistance and power; mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic power; industry safety practices; and the systematic approach to troubleshooting utilizing blueprints, schematics, documentation and logical thinking.

Electricity is an integral part of our everyday lives — from home wiring to industrial equipment. At LLCC, students gain practical hands-on experience in the maintenance of both residential and commercial electrical systems. Program courses cover AC and DC circuits, AC industrial controls, electronic devices, industrial wiring, circuits and mechatronics. Students are prepared to enter the workforce in electrical and electronics repair, commercial and industrial equipment maintenance/repair, semiconductor processing or an electrician apprenticeship.

Electricity is an integral part of our everyday lives — from home wiring to industrial equipment. At LLCC, students gain practical hands-on experience in the maintenance of both residential and commercial electrical systems. Program courses cover AC and DC circuits, AC industrial controls, electronic devices, industrial wiring, circuits and mechatronics. Students are prepared to enter the workforce in electrical and electronics repair, commercial and industrial equipment maintenance/repair, semiconductor processing or an electrician apprenticeship.

Electricity is an integral part of our everyday lives — from home wiring to industrial equipment. At LLCC, students gain practical hands-on experience in the maintenance of both residential and commercial electrical systems. Program courses cover AC and DC circuits, AC industrial controls, electronic devices, industrial wiring, circuits and mechatronics. Students are prepared to enter the workforce in electrical and electronics repair, commercial and industrial equipment maintenance/repair, semiconductor processing or an electrician apprenticeship.

Electricity is an integral part of our everyday lives — from home wiring to industrial equipment. At LLCC, students gain practical hands-on experience in the maintenance of both residential and commercial electrical systems. Program courses cover AC and DC circuits, AC industrial controls, electronic devices, industrial wiring, circuits and mechatronics. Students are prepared to enter the workforce in electrical and electronics repair, commercial and industrial equipment maintenance/repair, semiconductor processing or an electrician apprenticeship.

This program focuses on maintenance, repair and reliability enhancement of commercial or industrial machinery in buildings, plants or factory settings. Maintenance technologists are skilled in vibration analysis, electrical troubleshooting, drive system repair and hydraulic/pneumatic system troubleshooting and repair. General maintenance mechanics may troubleshoot and repair HVAC systems, electrical control systems and/or complete preventive maintenance on many types of machinery. This program incorporates basic welding skills.

Primarily designed for students seeking the AES degree for pursuit of civil, industrial, or mechanical engineering.
To complete the AES in two years, the calculus sequence (starting with MAT 131) should begin in the first semester. Students unprepared for MAT 131 should consider completing MAT 113 and MAT 120 during the summer term preceding their first fall semester at LLCC.
Students are strongly encouraged to investigate the specific course requirements for their particular transfer school of choice to ensure strong alignment with their course selections at LLCC.
Since completion of the AES degree does not complete the Illinois General Education core curriculum, students may need to complete the general education requirements of the school to which they transfer.

Mechatronics is an integrated skill set which includes intermediate and advanced industrial electricity, fluid power, mechanical, control, and computer knowledge and application. Training includes programmable logic controllers (PLCs), automation and robotics.

This is based on version 7 CISCO. This certificate of study must be taken in its entirety to meet requirements.

This certificate is meant to provide students a general introduction to computer science with the opportunity to pursue intermediate focus on one of the following sub fields: programming, general networking, database programming, CISCO networking, computer science preparation, and security.

This degree is meant to provide students a broad background in coursework over computer systems with moderate coverage over programming, networking and cybersecurity. It also includes an emphasis on developing good written and oral communication skills and basic mathematical development necessary for computer science activities.

This certificate is meant to provide students a general introduction to computer science with the opportunity to pursue intermediate focus on one of the following sub fields: programming, general networking, database programming, CISCO networking, computer science preparation, and security.

This degree is meant to provide students a broad background in coursework over computer systems with moderate coverage over programming, networking and cybersecurity. It also includes an emphasis on developing good written and oral communication skills and basic mathematical development necessary for computer science activities.

This program is designed for students pursuing a career in the field of interactive multimedia technology. The Digital App Design and Development Certificate provides students with the skills to design, develop and deploy digital media for business training, information dissemination, education and entertainment.

This program is designed for students pursuing a career in the field of interactive multimedia technology.
The Digital Web Design and Development Certificate provides students with the skills to design, develop and deploy digital media for business training, information dissemination, education and entertainment.

Students seeking a computer science education play a vital role in this technology. They code software that streamlines business processes and enhances customer service; create and maintain computer networks for businesses; develop big data systems that contribute to informed decision making; and implement cyber-security protections that prevent unwanted data intrusions. This degree will prepare students for transfer to a four-year university.

This certificate is meant to provide students a general introduction to computer science with the opportunity to pursue intermediate focus on one of the following sub fields: programming, general networking, database programming, CISCO networking, computer science preparation, and security.

This certificate is meant to provide students a general introduction to computer science with the opportunity to pursue intermediate focus on one of the following sub fields: programming, general networking, database programming, CISCO networking, computer science preparation, and security.

This degree is meant to provide students a broad background in coursework over computer systems with moderate coverage over programming, networking and cybersecurity. It also includes an emphasis on developing good written and oral communication skills and basic mathematical development necessary for computer science activities.

This certificate program provides technical skills necessary to prepare students for a job in the computer networking or security area. Students seeking retraining rather than initial employment should complete this certificate. This certificate of study must be taken in its entirety to meet requirements. This credential is also offered in a Competency-Based Education (CBE) format. CBE allows a student to earn credit for existing knowledge in the subject which typically reduces the time necessary to complete the credential.

Students seeking a computer science education play a vital role in this technology. They code software that streamlines business processes and enhances customer service; create and maintain computer networks for businesses; develop big data systems that contribute to informed decision making; and implement cyber-security protections that prevent unwanted data intrusions. This degree will prepare students for transfer to a four-year university.

This certificate provides computer science coursework necessary to train an employee to serve as a help desk support professional.

This Associate in Applied Science prepares individuals for entry level positions such as line cook and station chef and some supervisory positions, with coursework in financial management, leadership, and customer service. In addition, there is a heavy emphasis on food preparation including classes on quantity food production, garde manger, American, regional and international cuisines, and baking. Both classroom and real-world applications are used with hands-on training in our state-of-the-art facility through operating our student-ran café and an internship. General education classes are also included in this program.

This Culinary Manager Certificate of Achievement prepares individuals for entry level positions such as line cook and station chef and some supervisory positions, with coursework in financial management, leadership, and customer service. In addition, there is a heavy emphasis on food preparation including classes on quantity food production, garde manger, American regional and international, and baking. Both classroom and real-world applications are used with hands-on training in our state-of-the-art facility through operating our student-ran café.

A value-added local food product is something grown or raised by a farmer and then increased in value through labor and creativity. This program gives students a chance to learn about a blend of local food issues, culinary preparations and business skills in a hands-on learning environment in an intimate setting. Included are courses for anyone who is an aspiring food business owner, chef in training, foodies, farmers, current culinary students, food service managers, grocers and anyone wanting to prepare value-added local food products for personal use of the marketplace.

This program is designed to train students in the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of electrical power lines.Students will receive hands-on experience and will be required to climb power poles. This applied science program of study must be taken in its entirety to meet degree requirements.

Line workers are powering communities by maintaining and repairing distribution lines and equipment. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career that involves working in all types of weather conditions and risks, consider a career as an electrical lineman. Electrical linemen install or repair cables or wires used in electrical power or other distribution systems, which can include working on overhead power lines or underground electrical systems. LLCC’s electrical distribution lineman program prepares students for a lineman apprenticeship with electrical cooperatives, investor-owned utilities, municipalities, cable companies and private contractors.

Utilize your artistic talent and work with current technology in the creative field of graphic design! Carefully crafted visual elements can communicate messages via print or electronic media to inform or allure audiences. LLCC students are taught by faculty who are successful artists themselves. Students learn tools and techniques used in the industry, concepts based on the design environment and the application of design software so they can meet the challenges and demands of a constantly evolving job market. Our graduates leave prepared to work for an organization developing designs for ad campaigns; brand identity; books, magazines and newspapers; marketing materials; packaging; promotional displays; websites; video games; and more.