Medical schools in Illinois: CNA classes in Des Plaines, nurse assistant program in Chicago area. Pharmacy tech certification, phlebotomy training, allied health care career school in Cook County IL.
Jethro Healthcare School: Situated in Des Plaines, a suburb northwest of Chicago, IL, Jethro Healthcare School is a nursing and healthcare training provider that offers a range of Certificate level allied health & nursing programs that include Pharmacy Technician, Phlebotomy Technician, Nurse Assistant (CNA), Patient Care, and more. Established in March 2004, most of our graduates have been successful in their new found career and student census continuously increase.
Illinois College is a private liberal arts college in Jacksonville, IL that offers a Bachelor Degree Program where students complete a series of general education requirements, then choose a major at the end of their sophomore year. At Illinois College, we offer more than 45 different majors, and the possibility of developing your own. We also offer 30 minors, and a Master of Arts in Education (M.A.Ed.) program, while and many students have more than one major or minor. Categories include Modern Languages, Music, Theatre, Education, Computer Science, and more.
Our 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio ensures comprehensive guidance for each student from our qualified mentors. A rich array of experiential learning opportunities including Study Abroad, student-faculty research, internships, and community service projects complement our rigorous academic programs.
Our graduates include past governors of Illinois, doctors, teachers, business persons, and people notable in their communities as caring family members. Illinois College is Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association.
Bachelor Degree Majors include:
- Art
- Communication
- English
- Modern Languages
- Music
- Theatre
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Education
- Economics, Finance, and Accounting
- Psychology
- Sociology, and more ...
Graduate Degree Program:
- Master of Arts in Education (M.A.Ed.)
National Personal Training Institute, Chicago area
Courses / Programs
Do you want an exciting and rewarding career as a health and fitness professional? Earning the Personal Fitness Training diploma offered by National Personal Training Institute (NPTI) will provide you with a nationally-recognized license enabling you to work throughout the United States. NPTI has 31 schools nationwide, including in Lisle IL, just west of Chicago.
NPTI in Lisle is approved by the Division of Private Business and Vocational Schools of the Illinois Board of Higher Education. We have the latest personal fitness training equipment, and you can be assured of getting the best training from qualified instructors, who are themselves professional Personal Fitness Trainers. Get into the best shape of your life while earning a first-class education!
Day, evening, and weekend class are available. We provide free nationwide job placement assistance for all our graduates, as well as free ongoing consultation with nutritionists and fitness experts. Financial assistance is offered to those who qualify.
Student Testimonial: "For me, NPTI had the right mix of science, theory, and practical application of exercise science and program design. Their instructors were great – they knew how to challenge me and help me grow. The value I received far exceeded the dollars and time I invested. My experience and what I learned at NPTI have been a vital part of my success in business and in life!"
- Pam, Chicago, IL
- Personal Fitness Training Diploma Program:
500-hour comprehensive program that can be completed in 6 months (5 hours a day, 4 days a week) or over the course of 1 year (8 hours every Saturday)
Training includes 300 hours of classroom instruction plus 200 hours supervised, hands-on gym time. You will also have a practical internship with 6 months of hands-on experience in a fitness facility with a personal trainer.
With campuses in Uptown Chicago, and Skokie IL, Northwestern Institute of Health and Technology (NWIHT) provde a wide-range of allied health care certificate training programs, including Nursing Assistant, Pharmacy Technican, Patient Care Technician and Practical Nursing. NWIHT helps you to take the first step into the growing fields of nursing and healthcare, with flexible day and evening programs suited to each student.
From its beginning, Northwestern Institute of Health & Technology’s educational and service focus had been geared towards the academic and practical improvement of its healthcare oriented student body. At its core, the graduation of competent, compassionate and professionally skilled healthcare individuals has been NWIHT’s driving force for more than a decade.
We are committed in building a dedicated, compassionate community creating camaraderie between individuals who grow within this school out of the values we all share. We embrace Professionalism, Integrity, Respect, and Teamwork in our personal and work interactions. Our shared values empower us to engage in ethical practices in our daily lives and to contribute to our common vision of an ethical society.
Certificate training programs in nursing & healthcare
Practical Nursing (LPN) Program
Modules include:
- Fundamentals of Nursing
- Pharmacology and Medical Administration
- Mental Health Nursing
- Pediatric Nursing
- Obstetric Nursing
- Medical Surgical
Other programs include:
- Basic Nursing Assistant
- EKG Technician
- Patient Care Technician
- Pharmacy Technician
- Phlebotomy Technician
- Medical Billing and Coding Technician
- Physical Therapy Aide
Located in the Park Ridge area, just north of downtown Chicago, the Career Training Center Of Chicago (CTCC) offers a Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program that provides students with the comprehensive theory and clinical training needed to acquire the knowledge and skills to meet the Illinois Department of Public Health requirements for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs). We provide a 5-week course, but with perfect attendance, you can finish in as little as 4 weeks, as the training is fast-paced to ensure the earliest graduation possible.
If you want a rewarding career in healthcare, contacting the Career Training Center Of Chicago is your first step. This program is designed for those seeking Certification and employment as a Nursing Assistant, and the objective of the program is to train you to meet the required skills to safely function as a CNA. Upon successful completion of the program, you will be awarded the Certificate of Completion and will be eligible to sit for the Illinois State Certification Examination.
- First step to Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) qualification
- Comprehensive theory
- Clinical training
- Skills required for Illinois State Certification Examination
- Fast-paced training
- Early graduation
- Healthcare employment opportunities
Knox College in Galesburg IL (200 miles from Chicago), is a four-year co-educational private liberal arts college offering undergraduate degree programs at Bachelor degree level. Course categories include Business, Classics, Medicine, Nursing, Optometry, and more. The whole idea behind a Knox education is to provide you with the knowledge, skills, and capacity for independent thought and inquiry you need to thrive in any professional endeavor.
More than 60 percent enter graduate school within five years of graduation, while others enter law and medical schools. Knox numbers among its alumni a White House Chief of Staff, a foreign correspondent for CNN, New York Times and the Wall Street Journal, and the former CEO of Gillette as well as teachers, business leaders, Peace Corps volunteers, and countless other professionals.
With a campus population that includes students from 48 states and 51 countries, members of the Knox community are actively challenged to broaden their points of view. We are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association.
Accredited Online, Distance Learning & Live Training.
Based in Baltimore MD, Behavioral Health & Leadership Dynamics (BHLD) provides organizational training, management training, individual & executive coaching services to professionals, supervisors, managers, senior personnel, executive directors, board members, and CEOs.
Our certification programs are taught onsite and online to individuals & corporations in Illinois, and across the U.S.
Aligned with best practices in the field of coaching and human services, BHLD life coaching and leadership training programs are highly-regarded by governmental agencies, the private sector, and the healthcare community.
Distance education offers a flexible & convenient way to learn, and allows you to schedule your study around your work & family life.
BHLD’s coach training is accredited by the Centers for Credentialing and Education (CCE).
In addition, BHLD is approved as an authorized sponsor of continuing education by the following organizations: National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC); American Psychological Association (APA); and the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB).
Endorsement: “I want to commend you on the excellent coaching you’ve provided to several of our up-and-coming executives.
Since working with you, all have shown visible improvement in the key areas identified for development and each has attributed this growth to the coaching sessions with you."
- Peter Emmons, President of Structure Group Inc.
Fast-Track Certification Programs for Individuals:
CEUs available for some professionals
- Life/Spiritual Mentor
- Life Coach
- Master Life Coach
- Health & Wellness Practitioner
- Corporate Life Coach
- "Start Your Business" - Online Course as a Add-on to the certification programs
Fast-Track Corporate Training for Businesses & Organizations:
- Corporate Life Coach
- Leadership Coach
- Executive Coach
- Organizational Consultant
We also provide Continuing Education for coaches, professional counselors, psychologists & social workers.