Kaskaskia College

Accounting

The accounting certificate provides a foundation in accounting and business, and can be completed 100% online.

Accounting

The accounting curriculum provides students with a foundation for understanding business and the effective management of economic organizations. The AAS degree prepares students considering para-professional positions in industry, government, and not-for-profit organizations.

Administrative Office Basics

Administrative Office Basics is a short-term certificate program offered at Kaskaskia College.

Advanced Heating, Vent & AC

Enrollment in the Advanced Heating, Vent & AC Certificate is restricted to students who have successfully completed all 100-level HVAC coursework in the Heating, Vent & Air Conditioning Certificate.

Advanced Welder Level III

Advanced Welder Level III is a certificate program offered at Kaskaskia College.

Agriculture Business

An Agriculture Business Certificate embedded within the Agriculture Business AAS program preparing students for entry into the agri-business sector.

Agriculture Business

The Agriculture Business AAS degree is focused and specialized to prepare students for entry into the agriculture industry in various roles, with an intensive approach emphasizing management, accounting, commodities marketing, finance, and agriculture computer applications.

Agriculture Science

The Associate in Science Degree with an emphasis in Agricultural Science is designed for students planning to earn a Baccalaureate Degree from a four-year institution in preparation for a career in the Agriculture industry.

Agronomy & Environmental Science

An Agronomy & Environmental Science Certificate embedded within the Agronomy & Environmental Science AAS program.

Agronomy & Environmental Science

The Agronomy & Environmental Science AAS degree prepares students for entry into the agriculture industry as chemical or fertilizer applicators, agronomists, seed sales technicians, and in related roles, focusing on precision agriculture, soil sciences, and plant sciences.

Animal Science

An Animal Science Certificate embedded within the Animal Science AAS program.

Animal Science

The Animal Science AAS degree prepares students for entry into the agriculture industry as feed sales specialists, animal foods industry employees, animal health technicians, veterinarian assistants, and related roles.

Arch. & Eng. Drafting Technology

The Arch. & Eng. Drafting Technology certificate provides training in multiple drafting industries using Autodesk software.

Arch. & Eng. Drafting Technology

The Drafting Technology program includes extensive experience in Autodesk drawing software (AutoCAD, Inventor and Revit) used in Civil, Architectural, Electrical and Mechanical drafting industries.

Art

The Associate in Fine Arts (AFA) in Art offers instruction in four major categories: Studio, History, Criticism, and Aesthetics. Drawing, Painting, Ceramics, 2D Design, 3D Design and Graphic Design along with Art History and Art Appreciation are offered.

Art Education

The Associate in Fine Arts in Art Education is designed for students seeking courses in art history, art studio and PK-12 education, preparing them for a bachelor's degree in art education at a senior college or university.

Associate Degree Nursing

Students accepted into the Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program are introduced to the role of the Registered Nurse and provided instruction and clinical experiences preparing them to be successful on the Registered Nurse National Licensure Exam (NCLEX-RN).

AutoCAD

AutoCAD is a short-term certificate program offered at Kaskaskia College.

AutoCAD Civil

AutoCAD Civil is a short-term certificate program offered at Kaskaskia College.

Automotive Advanced Certificate

Automotive Advanced Certificate is a certificate program offered at Kaskaskia College.

Automotive Maintenance & Inspection

Automotive Maintenance & Inspection is a short-term certificate program offered at Kaskaskia College.

Automotive Parts Specialist

Automotive Parts Specialist is a certificate program offered at Kaskaskia College.

Automotive Tech Basic Certificate

Automotive Tech Basic Certificate is a certificate program offered at Kaskaskia College.

Automotive Technology

The Automotive Technology curriculum provides students with technical skills necessary to diagnose, test and repair today's sophisticated vehicles, and prepares them for the ASE certification exams and entry-level technician positions.

Basic Builder

Basic Builder is a certificate program offered at Kaskaskia College.

Basic Carpentry

Basic Carpentry is a certificate program offered at Kaskaskia College.

Basic Welding

This program prepares learners for entry-level welding work, including welding safety, cutting and brazing, blueprint reading, GMAW, SMAW, GTAW, and FCAW, aligning with AWS Sense Level I certification.

Better Builder

Better Builder is a certificate program offered at Kaskaskia College.

Biological Sciences

The Associate in Science Degree with a Biological Science emphasis is designed for students planning to earn a Baccalaureate Degree from a four-year institution in preparation for a career in Biology and related areas.

Business/Accounting

This curriculum leads to an Associate in Arts Degree designed for students pursuing a baccalaureate degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Business Economics, Finance, Information Systems, Management or Marketing.

Business Management

The Business Management Option is designed to help students develop the skills and knowledge necessary to be successful in supervisory and management positions, with courses in management, supervision and human resources. The degree can be completed with face-to-face or fully online classes.

Business Marketing

The Business Marketing Option helps students attain the skills and knowledge required to be successful in supervisory and management positions in the marketing field, with courses in retail management and merchandising, advertising, and personal selling. The degree can be completed face-to-face or fully online.

Carpentry Occupations

The Carpentry Occupations Program allows students to understand and explore the many facets of work in the carpentry profession, from safety and materials through construction of footings, foundations, floors, walls, roofs, ceilings and finish work, and construction operations and scheduling.

Chemistry

The Associate of Science Degree with a Chemistry emphasis is designed for students planning to earn a Baccalaureate Degree from a four-year institution in preparation for a career in Chemistry and related areas.

Cisco Engineering

Cisco Engineering is a certificate program offered at Kaskaskia College.

Communication

The Associate in Arts Degree with an emphasis in Communication is designed for students planning to earn a Baccalaureate Degree from a four-year institution.

Computed Tomography

The Computed Tomography certificate courses are offered online every fall and spring semester, providing training in CT cross sectional anatomy, image procedures, physics and instrumentation, and clinicals.

Computer Science

This curriculum leads to an Associate in Arts Degree designed for students pursuing a baccalaureate degree in various areas of computer science.

Construction Estimating

The Construction Estimating Certificate provides students with the skills and knowledge needed to pursue a career in construction cost estimation, focusing on estimating, cost accounting, and labor relations.

Construction Project Management

The Construction Project Management program prepares students for careers overseeing residential and commercial construction projects from planning through completion, with a foundation in construction materials, methods, estimating, scheduling, and project documentation.

Construction Scheduling

The Construction Scheduling Certificate provides students with the fundamental skills needed to develop, manage, and maintain construction project schedules, emphasizing scheduling techniques, safety compliance, and modern construction technologies.

Correctional Professionals

The Correctional Professionals Certificate is designed for individuals seeking careers in offender rehabilitation, institutional casework, and correctional treatment strategies, offering a multidisciplinary approach integrating sociology, criminal justice, and social science.

Cosmetology

The Cosmetology Certificate is an 11-month program covering the art and science of beautifying the nails, skin and hair.

Cosmetology

Cosmetology is the art and science of beautifying and improving the nails, skin and hair. The study of work ethics, varied chemical services and small business is also part of the curriculum, with hands-on training in a full-service salon.

Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice Certificate is the first step in the program's educational continuum and can be taken concurrently with the AAS degree.

Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice Program prepares students for a career with local, county, state or federal law enforcement agencies, correctional institutions, and other criminal justice agencies, and also prepares students for transfer to a university.

Cyber Defense

The Cyber Defense AAS degree provides courses in security, ethical hacking, information assurance, forensics, and cyber defense and counter measures.

Dairy Science

A Dairy Science Certificate embedded within the Dairy Science AAS program.

Dairy Science

The Dairy Science AAS degree prepares students for entry into the agriculture industry as dairy feed sales specialists, dairy foods industry employees, milk inspectors, dairy reproduction specialists, dairy herd managers, and related roles.

Dental Assisting

The Dental Assisting certificate provides classroom, lab and clinical instruction in all aspects of Dentistry, and graduates are eligible to sit for the Dental Assisting National Board exam.

Dental Assisting

Dental Assisting prepares the student to assist the dentist during patient treatment procedures. Classroom, lab and clinical instruction provide a broad background in all aspects of Dentistry, including expanded functions for dental assistants.

Diagnostic Medical Sonography

The Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program is a 3.5 semester occupational program which prepares students for entry-level employment, including classroom work and clinical education in physics, abdomen and ob/gyn. Applicants must have graduated from a two-year allied health program or hold a bachelor's degree.

Digital Marketing & Advertising

The Digital Marketing and Advertising certificate can be completed with a combination of face-to-face and online classes.

Early Childhood Education (AAS Degree)

Students completing the two-year early childhood program enter the profession assuming responsibility for the care and education of young children in settings such as child care centers, preschools, and family day care homes. The coursework can be completed 100% online with some in-person requirements.

Early Childhood Education (Associate in Arts)

The Associate in Arts Degree with a focus in early childhood education allows those who want to pursue a bachelor's degree and teaching license to begin, completing general and foundational education coursework for transfer to a college of education.

Early Childhood Small Business

This certificate is geared toward individuals interested in learning more about opening an in-home daycare, providing them with the additional skills necessary to run a small, in-home business.

ECE Level 2

The ECE Level 2 certificate coursework can be completed 100% online with some in-person requirements.

ECE Level 3

The ECE Level 3 certificate coursework can be completed 100% online with some in-person requirements.

Elementary Education

The Associate in Arts Degree with a focus in elementary education allows those who want to pursue a degree in elementary education and a teaching license to begin.

Emergency Medical Technician

This program provides the basic knowledge and skills necessary for individuals to obtain certification from the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), which can lead to Illinois licensure as an EMT.

Engineering

The Associate in Engineering Science (AES) degree is designed to provide the first two years of study toward a bachelor's degree in engineering at a four-year college or university, developed in cooperation with several transfer institutions.

English

The Associate in Arts Degree with an English emphasis is designed for students planning to earn a Baccalaureate Degree from a four-year institution.

Entrepreneurship

This certificate is designed to provide entrepreneurs with the basic skills needed to launch a successful business venture, and can be completed completely online.

Excel Specialist - Microcertificate

Excel Specialist - Microcertificate is a short-term certificate program offered at Kaskaskia College.

Finish Carpentry

Finish Carpentry is a short-term certificate program offered at Kaskaskia College.

Fitter Fabricator

Fitter Fabricator is a certificate program offered at Kaskaskia College.

General Studies

The Associate in General Studies degree is designed for students whose educational objectives are generally not accommodated by one of the traditional programs of study and who seek a flexible program tailored to their individual interests and objectives.

Geospatial Essentials

The Geospatial Essentials Certificate provides knowledge and skills in working with GIS software and spatial data as preparation for a career in the field, including a geospatial internship experience.

Geospatial Essentials for Drafting

Geospatial Essentials for Drafting is a certificate program offered at Kaskaskia College.

Geospatial Technology

The Geospatial Technology certificate provides knowledge and skills in working with GIS software and spatial data, including cartographic design, spatial analysis, and remote sensing.

Health

The Associate of Science Degree with a Health Science emphasis is designed for students planning to earn a Baccalaureate Degree from a four-year institution in preparation for a career in Health and related areas.

Health Information Technology

The Health Information Technology (HIT) degree is a four semester program preparing students for entry-level employment in the Health Information Management Field. The program is taught online and includes a Professional Practicum Experience.

Heating, Vent & Air Conditioning

The HVAC certificate provides training to install, service and repair residential and commercial air conditioning, refrigeration and heating systems.

Heating, Vent & Air Conditioning

The Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Program prepares students to install, service and repair residential and commercial air conditioning, refrigeration and heating systems, with emphasis on electrical controls, blueprint reading, sheet metal construction, and equipment installation.

History

This curriculum leads to an Associate in Arts Degree designed for students pursuing a baccalaureate degree in various areas of history.

Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Technology

Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Technology is a short-term certificate program offered at Kaskaskia College.

Industrial Automation

Industrial Automation is a certificate program offered at Kaskaskia College.

Industrial Electricity

Industrial Electricity is a certificate program offered at Kaskaskia College.

Industrial Management

The Industrial Management degree is designed to provide a solid background in manufacturing as well as hands-on technical training in advanced industrial areas such as robotics, programmable control, and computer numerical control (CNC), combined with business management and supervision.

Industrial Technology

The Industrial Technology Certificate combines practical experience with technical knowledge in electronics, industrial wiring, motors and drives, PLCs, hydraulics and pneumatics, and welding.

Industrial Technology

The Industrial Technology Degree focuses on three areas: Electronic and Process Control, Hydraulics and Pneumatics, and Welding, combining practical experience with technical knowledge for technician careers.

Infant-Toddler Level 2

The Infant-Toddler Level 2 certificate coursework can be completed 100% online with some in-person requirements.

Infant-Toddler Level 3

The Infant-Toddler Level 3 certificate coursework can be completed 100% online with some in-person requirements.

Information Security Analysis

The Information Security Analysis AAS degree provides courses in security, networking, forensics, information assurance, and risk analysis and management.

Intermediate Welder Level II

Intermediate Welder Level II is a certificate program offered at Kaskaskia College.

Introductory Welder Level I

Introductory Welder Level I is a certificate program offered at Kaskaskia College.

Inventor-Mechanical

Inventor-Mechanical is a short-term certificate program offered at Kaskaskia College.

Legal Office Personnel

Legal Office Personnel is a certificate program offered at Kaskaskia College.

Light Diesel Technology

Light Diesel Technology is a certificate program offered at Kaskaskia College.

Manufacturing Technology

The Manufacturing Technology certificate allows students to explore career pathways in manufacturing, acquiring knowledge and skills in workplace safety, quality and production, manufacturing processes and basic maintenance fundamentals.

Mathematics

The Associate in Science Degree suggested curriculum is typical of that required by many universities for Mathematics majors and for industries that hire mathematicians.

Medical Billing and Coding

The Medical Billing and Coding certificate can be completed 100% online, providing training in medical terminology, medical records, insurance procedures, and coding.

Medical Office Assistant

The Medical Office Assistant AAS degree prepares students to enter the workforce in a medical office setting as medical office personnel and administrative support personnel.

Medical Office Personnel

Medical Office Personnel is a certificate program offered at Kaskaskia College.

Music

The Associate in Fine Arts (AFA) in Music is designed to prepare students for transfer to a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree program at a senior college or university, with a foundation in music theory, music history, and applied music performance skills.

Music Education

The Associate in Fine Arts - Music Education degree is designed for students pursuing a Bachelor of Music Education Degree (BME) at a senior college or university.

Network Administration

The Network Administration AAS Degree offers courses designed for students interested in careers in Network Design, Network Implementation, and Network Administration. This degree requires an internship.

Network Security Administration

Network Security Administration is a certificate program offered at Kaskaskia College.

Nurse Assistant

This program prepares students to take the Illinois Department of Public Health Certified Nurse Assistant exam. CNAs work in a variety of healthcare settings delivering basic nursing care.

Office Assistant

The Office Assistant AAS degree prepares students to enter the workforce in an office setting as office managers and administrative support personnel.

Office Technologies

The Office Technologies certificate prepares students to enter the workforce in an office setting with skills in document processing, computer applications, records management, and business communication.

Paramedicine

The Paramedicine certificate provides courses in Emergency Medical Services theory and practicum preparing students for the NREMT Paramedic Certification Exams.

Paramedicine

Students accepted into the Paramedicine (PARM) program are introduced to the role of the Paramedic and provided instruction preparing them to be successful on the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians Paramedic Certification Exams (NREMT).

Paraprofessional Educator

The Paraprofessional Educator curriculum provides knowledge and experiences required of the paraprofessional educator (teacher aide), who provides classroom and clerical assistance to elementary and secondary teachers.

Philosophy

This curriculum leads to an Associate in Arts Degree designed for students pursuing a baccalaureate degree in Philosophy.

Physical Therapist Assistant

The Physical Therapist Assistant program follows a Hybrid Curriculum Model requiring five semesters of study with a short summer session of clinical work, producing entry-level physical therapist assistants for the labor market.

Political Science

The Associate in Arts Degree with a Political Science emphasis is designed for students planning to earn a Baccalaureate Degree from a four-year institution.

Practical Nursing

Students accepted into the Practical Nursing program are introduced to the role of the Practical Nurse and provided instruction and clinical experiences preparing them to be successful on the Licensed Practical Nurse National Licensure Exam (NCLEX-PN). The PN curriculum is a three semester program.

Precision Agriculture

The Precision Agriculture Certificate equips students with foundational knowledge and technical skills in precision agriculture, including the use of computer-based tools, navigation satellite systems, agricultural mapping software, and unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

Private Security

The Private Security Certificate introduces the student to the background and current status of private security, focusing on physical security protection, perimeter and access control, and legal and administrative responsibilities.

Psychology

This curriculum leads to an Associate in Arts Degree designed for students pursuing a Baccalaureate Degree in Psychology.

Radiologic Technology

The radiology curriculum provides comprehensive educational opportunities that enable the graduate to become an entry level Radiographer, developing a sense of obligation to become a contributing member of the profession.

Resident/Commercial Electrical Tech

The Resident/Commercial Electrical Technician degree program provides students with knowledge, skills, and hands-on experience for residential, commercial, and light industrial applications, including wiring, grounding/bonding, low-voltage wiring, troubleshooting, and building system controllers.

Respiratory Therapy

The Associate Degree Respiratory Therapy Program provides five semesters of instruction in respiratory theory, biological and behavioral sciences and humanities, with clinical assignments in various hospitals and skilled care facilities.

Revit-Architectural

Revit-Architectural is a short-term certificate program offered at Kaskaskia College.

Secondary Education

The Associate in Arts Degree with a focus in Secondary Education allows those who want to pursue a degree in secondary education and a teaching licensure to begin.

Small Business Accounting

The Small Business Accounting certificate provides accounting skills for small business, and can be completed 100% online.

Social Work

This curriculum leads to an Associate in Arts Degree designed for students pursuing a Baccalaureate Degree in social work, providing background in behavioral science and general studies.

Sociology

This curriculum leads to an Associate in Arts Degree designed for students pursuing a Baccalaureate Degree in Sociology.

Special Education, or Physical Education

The Associate in Arts Degree with a focus in Special Education, or Physical Education allows those who want to pursue a bachelor's degree and teaching licensure to begin.

Supervisory Management

The Supervisory Management certificate can be completed all online or with a combination of face-to-face classes.

Theatre

The Associate in Fine Arts - Theatre degree is designed to prepare students for transfer to a Bachelor of Fine Arts theatre degree program at a senior college or university.

Welding Technology

The Welding Technology Program allows students to explore the many avenues available for work in the skill of welding, learning the three main arc processes (shielded metal arc, gas metal arc and gas tungsten arc) for structural plate and pipe welding, and preparing for the metal fabrication trades.

Word Specialist - Microcertificate

Word Specialist - Microcertificate is a short-term certificate program offered at Kaskaskia College.