Parkland College
Selected Programs at Parkland College
Explore programs at Parkland College. This list is curated by SkillPointe to match skills-based industries and careers that don't require a four-year degree.
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AV Technician
Communication: Media Communications Concentration, A.A.
The Media Communication concentration provides the foundation for further study in mass communication related to areas such as advertising, public...
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Communication: Media Production Certificate
This certificate program is designed for students interested in media, music, computers, and the arts. It prepares students for entry-level positions...
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Communication: Photography, A.A.S.
The Photography program prepares students for employment as studio photographers, photographer assistants, lab/print specialists, freelance...
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Broadcast Engineer
Communication: Broadcast Technology, A.A.S.
The Broadcast Technology Program prepares students for careers in radio and television engineering and technical support. Students prepare for...
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Graphic Designer
Graphic Design: Digital Illustration Certificate
This certificate program is ideal for students who enjoy drawing and art creation using traditional media, but would like to add digital tools to...
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Print Production Certificate
The Print Production certificate program prepares students for entry-level positions that require in-depth knowledge of graphic arts software...
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Visual Communication Design, A.A.S.
This degree is recommended for students interested in producing creative visual communication for print and web. Course work includes 45 hours of...
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Technical Writer
Communication: Public and Professional Communication Concentration, A.A.
The Public and Professional Communication concentration provides a foundation for continued study in effective communication strategies and research...
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Architectural Drafter
Digital Media, A.A.S.
The Digital Media program equips students with the skills necessary for the design of computer-generated applications and media. Areas include 3D...
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Carpenter
Construction: Basic Construction Skills Certificate
The 18-19 semester credit hour certificate program equips students with beginning hands-on skills needed for entry-level jobs in the construction...
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Construction: Building Construction and Repair Certificate
The 30-31 semester credit hour certificate program equips students with basic hands-on construction skills and broader technical knowledge for...
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HVAC Technician
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning, A.A.S.
The HVAC program prepares graduates for entry-level positions troubleshooting and repairing heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration...
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HVAC Instillation Technician Certificate
The HVAC Installation Technician program prepares graduates for entry-level positions as installers of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning...
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HVAC Service Technician I Certificate
The HVAC Service Technician I program prepares graduates for entry-level positions troubleshooting and repairing heating, ventilation, and air...
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Welder
Industrial Technology: Industrial Welding Certificate
The Industrial Welding Certificate prepares graduates for entry level work as welders in industry. This program is designed to cover the necessary...
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Industrial Technology: Welding, A.A.S.
The Industrial Technology program prepares high school students and community college students for careers in welding manufacturing. The program...
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Diesel Mechanic
Diesel Power Equipment Technology, A.A.S.
Diesel Technology provides a hands-on
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Power Generation Technician
Diesel Power Equipment Technology, A.A.S.
Diesel Technology provides a hands-on
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Cardiovascular Technician
Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certificate
The Advanced Cardiac Life Support certificate provides advanced training for the student who plans to work in the critical care area of cardiac life...
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Applied Electrocardiography Certificate
The Applied Electrocardiography certificate provides training for the student who plans to work in an office that provides care to patients with...
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Dysrhythmia (EKG) Certificate
The Dysrhythmia (EKG) Certification certificate provides advanced cardiac strip interpretation training for the student who plans to work in a cardiac...
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Certified Nursing Assistant
Nurse Assistant Certificate
Train to become an entry-level caregiver. In this role, you will observe patient conditions, report changes to the nursing staff, assist patients...
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Dental Hygienist
Dental Hygiene, A.A.S.
The Dental Hygiene Program prepares students to become part of the dental health team. The dental hygienist is responsible for providing such services...
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Laboratory Technician
Medical Laboratory Technology Certificate
The Medical Laboratory Technology Program is a sequence of courses and clinical practicum experiences that prepares students for technician positions...
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MRI Technician
Radiologic Technology: Magnetic Resonance Imaging Certificate
The Magnetic Resonance Imaging Certificate Program offers advanced training for radiologic technologists. Upon completion of the certificate...
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Medical Assistant
Medical Assisting Career Advancement Certificate
The Medical Assisting career advancement certificate program prepares students who are currently working in the medical assisting field. The courses...
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Medical Assisting Certificate
The Medical Assisting program prepares students to act as a liaison between the physician and the patient. Medical assistants are skilled healthcare...
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Nurse - LPN / LVN
Nursing, A.A.S.
The Associate Degree Nursing Program prepares the student to practice nursing at a beginning level, such as a staff nurse position in health care...
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Practical Nursing Certificate
The Practical Nursing Certificate Program prepares students for employment in patient centers and hospitals. Graduates are eligible to take the...
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Occupational Therapy Assistant
Occupational Therapy Assistant, A.A.S.
The Occupational Therapy Assistant Program prepares the student to practice occupational therapy at the assistant level. OT assistants work with...
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Radiology Technician
Radiologic Technology, A.A.S.
The Radiologic Technology Program prepares students to take the national examination for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). The...
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Radiologic Technology, Computer Tomography Certificate
Our two year radiologic technology degree program prepares you to take diagnostic images using the latest in X-ray and digital technology in local...
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Radiologic Technology: Magnetic Resonance Imaging Certificate
The Magnetic Resonance Imaging Certificate Program offers advanced training for radiologic technologists. Upon completion of the certificate...
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Respiratory Therapist
Respiratory Care, A.A.S.
The Respiratory Care Program prepares students to enter into the practice of respiratory therapy. A Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) will assist in...
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Surgical Technologist
Surgical Technology, A.A.S.
The Surgical Technology Associate Degree Program prepares students with the technical expertise necessary to perform as vital members of the surgical...
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Vet Technician
Veterinary Technology, A.A.S.
Veterinary technicians assist the veterinarian in clinical laboratory testing, X-ray procedures, pharmacy duties, anesthesia and surgery support...
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Chef and Head Cook
Hospitality Industry: Culinary Arts Management, A.A.S.
The newest degree, Culinary Arts Management, helps students prepare for culinary jobs, specifically preparing for positions such as kitchen manager.
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Hospitality Industry: Foodservice Certificate
The hospitality industry is the largest in the world, with a high demand for skilled employees. Parkland's Hospitality programs' excellent reputation...
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Hospitality Industry: Restaurant Management, A.A.S.
Restaurant management involves aspects of public relations, inventory, dealing with staff, customer service, etc. Managers need to ensure that the...
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Database Administrator
Data Systems and Development: Database Foundation Certificate
Focuses on database applications; completion of certificate can be applied to the A.A.S. in Data Systems and Development.
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Network and Computer Systems Administrator
Network Administration and Support, A.A.S.
Network system administrators and support technicians design, install, test, support, and evaluate an organization's internal and/or external network...
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Software Developer
Data Systems and Development: Web Development Certificate
Focuses on web development skills; completion of certificate can be applied to the A.A.S. in Data Systems and Development.
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Digital Media: 3D Software Development Certificate
This certificate program equips students with software development and programming skills to work in threedimensional graphics software and...
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General Programming, A.A.S.
Builds foundational programming skills; completion of certificate can be applied to the A.A.S. in Data Systems and Development.
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Industrial Machinery Mechanic
Industrial Technology: Industrial Maintenance/Automation, A.A.S.
The Industrial Technology program prepares high school students and community college students for careers in manufacturing machinery maintenance and...
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Industrial Technology: Machinery Maintenance Certificate
The Machinery Maintenance Certificate prepares graduates for entry-level work in industrial or machinery maintenance.
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Machinist
Industrial Technology: Machine Tools, A.A.S.
The Industrial Technology program prepares high school students and community college students for careers in manufacturing of machine tools. The...
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Criminal Investigator
Forensic Science, A.S.
The science behind criminal investigation is more challenging and satisfying than popular media portrays. To provide reliable evidence that is...
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EMTs and Paramedics
Emergency Medical Services: Emergency Medical Tech Certificate
The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) course prepares the student to provide pre-hospital assessment and care for patients of all ages with a variety...
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Emergency Medical Services: Paramedic Certificate
The EMS-Paramedic Certificate Program prepares students to practice as an advanced EMS provider with opportunities for increased responsibility. The...
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Emergency Medical Services: Paramedic, A.A.S.
The EMS-Paramedic A.A.S. Program prepares students to practice as an advanced EMS provider with opportunities for increased responsibility. Students...
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Firefighter
Basic Operations Firefighter I Certificate
The Fire Service Technology Certificate prepares the student to become a Firefighter I.
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Fire Officer I Certificate
This Fire Service Technology Certificate Program prepares the student to function as a Fire Officer I.
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Fire Services Technology, A.A.S.
The program is designed to provide the student with the training and education required of a fire service professional.
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Police Officer
Criminal Justice, A.A.S.
The Criminal Justice Program prepares students for employment in industry or government positions such as municipal, county, and state police agencies...
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Auto Body Technician
Automotive Collision Repair Technician Certificate
The Automotive Collision Repair Technician Certificate Program prepares graduates with basic skills for use in a collision repair facility.
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Automotive Collision Repair Technician, A.A.S.
The Automotive Collision Repair Technician Program prepares graduates to work in a collision repair facility.
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Auto Mechanic
Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair Certificate
The Automotive Service Certificate Program prepares graduates with basic skills for use in mass merchandiser/service centers. The content of this...
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Automotive Technician Certificate
The Automotive Technician Certificate Program prepares graduates to be entry-level technicians in an automotive dealership or service center.
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Automotive Technology, A.A.S.
The Automotive Technology Program prepares graduates for entry-level employment in the automotive industry. The Automotive Technician Program is...
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Automotive Technology: Motorsport Concentration, A.A.S.
The Automotive Motorsport Program prepares graduates to qualify for entry level motorsport industry assembly, fabrication, and team member positions...
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Automotive Technology: Technician Concentration, A.A.S.
The Automotive Technician Program prepares graduates for entry-level employment in automotive dealerships and independent service centers in technical...
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Address
2400 W Bradley Ave
Champaign, IL 61821-1899
Champaign, IL 61821-1899
Phone number
217-351-2200