Health Professions

Careers

Health professions offer career paths to meet the various needs of the patient.  There are a variety of programs with different educational and patient care levels. If you want to make a difference in someone’s life, try a health-related field. There are competitive salaries and endless job opportunities. 

IVCC has certificate options for students that would like to go to work quickly, for those that would like to get an Applied Associates degree, and even for those that would like to transfer to a four-year institution.  Some programs can be completed in a year or less, while others are complete within two years for full-time students.  For students that need quicker skill enhancement, the Business Training Center offers customized upskill training to individuals that would like to excel or move up in their career.  Explore our current offerings, and feel free to contact the Division of Health Professions for more information.

Credit-based programs;

leads to degree

CNA-Nursing Assisting Certificate

Certified Nurse Aid (CNA)  is a person who works under the direction and supervision of the nurse to provide basic care and comfort to the patient in a variety of healthcare settings.

Learn more about the Nursing Assistant Program Certificate Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Certificate Financial Assistance with the PATH Grant

For more information contact:

Christine Blaydes
CNA Program Coordinator
Office: B 318
815-224-0330 
christine_blaydes@ivcc.edu

Dental

Learn more about the Dental Assisting Programs Dental Assisting Associate in Applied Science Dental Assisting Certificate Basic Dental Office Management Certificate Advanced Dental Office Management Certificate

For more information contact:

HEATHER SEGHI
Program Coordinator
Office: G 104
815-224-0359 
HEATHER_SEGHI@IVCC.EDU

Emergency Medical Services

Are you interested in helping others?  Looking for ways to give back to your community?  The Emergency Medical Services Program is a way that you can do both.

Learn more about Emergency Medical Services Financial Assistance with the PATH Grant

For more information contact:

Nick Fish
Program Coordinator
Office: B 301
815-224-0267 
NICK_FISH@IVCC.EDU

Licensed Practical Nurse

A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works under the delegation of the Registered Nurse (RN).   LPN has a role with assessment and evaluation of patient responses to treatments in  a variety of healthcare settings. Their training allows them to care for the patient beyond basic care and comfort.

Learn more about Licensed Practical Nursing Certificate Practical Nursing (LPN) Certificate Financial Assistance with the PATH Grant

For more information contact:

ANN BRUCH
INTERIM DIRECTOR OF NURSING
OFFICE:  B-220
815-224-0320 
ANNA_BRUCH@IVCC.EDU

Medical Assistant

If you have a passion for helping people, enjoy multi-tasking and want a rewarding career, Medical Assisting might be a great option for you. As a Medical Assistant (MA), you'll build skills in direct patient care, administrative office skills and transferable skills that make you a valuable member of any healthcare team. MAs enjoy fast-paced, exciting work in various clinic and office settings across most areas of healthcare. No day will be the same and you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on patients.

Learn more about Medical Assistant Program Medical Assistant Certificate Financial Assistance with the PATH Grant

For more information contact:

Kaity Ritter
MA Program Coordinator
Office: B-308
815-224-0274
kaity_ritter@ivcc.edu

Phlebotomy

Learn more about Phlebotomy Certificate Phlebotomy Certificate Financial Assistance with the PATH Grant

For more information contact:

Mary Greve
Nursing Division
Phlebotomy Program Coordinator
Office:  a 214
815-224-0485 
MARY_GREVE@IVCC.EDU

Nursing (RN)

A Registered Nurse (RN) uses all aspects of the nursing process including assessment, nursing diagnoses, planning, implementation and evaluation. along with application of biological sciences to promote holistic care for patient well-being in a variety of healthcare settings. The RN supervises the care of the LPN and the CNA.

Learn more about Associate of Applied Science in Nursing Nursing (RN) Associate in Applied Science Nursing Transfer to 4-year school Financial Assistance with the PATH Grant

For more information contact:

Ann Bruch
Interim Director of Nursing
Office:  B-220
815-224-0320 
Anna_Bruch@ivcc.edu

LPN to RN Bridge for Advanced Placement

The LPN to RN completion program uses the LPN education and work experiences as a starting point where education is furthered in order to complete the RN Associate Degree in Nursing.

Advanced Placement Criteria Advanced Placement Request Form

 

    Non-credit based programs;

           Leads to certifications

Certified EKG Technician

Electrocardiograph (EKG) technicians administer tests to determine the cardiovascular health of patients. They are critical in today's healthcare environment, where timely access to accurate patient records is vital to the safety and treatment of patients.

Learn more about the Certified EKG Technician Course Financial Assistance with the PATH Grant

 

For more information contact:

lexis leiteritz
program manager
Office:  ctc-219d (located inside continuing ed.)
815-224-0490
LEXIS_LEITERITZ@IVCC.EDU

Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist

Electronic health record specialists are critical in today's healthcare environment, where access to correct patient records is essential to the treatment and safety of all patients. 

Learn more about the Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist Course Financial Assistance with the PATH Grant

 

For more information contact:

lexis leiteritz
program manager
Office:  ctc-219d (located inside continuing ed.)
815-224-0490
LEXIS_LEITERITZ@IVCC.EDU

Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA)

Medical administrative assistants are crucial in keeping healthcare offices running effectively and efficiently, and also play a vital role ensuring a positive patient experience.

Learn more about the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant Course Financial Assistance with the PATH Grant

 

For more information contact:

lexis leiteritz
program manager
Office:  ctc-219d (located inside continuing ed.)
815-224-0490
LEXIS_LEITERITZ@IVCC.EDU

Certified Physical Therapy Aide

Physical Therapy Aides are involved in the direct care of patients and work under the direction and supervision of physical therapists. They help patients who are recovering from injuries and illnesses to regain movement and manage pain.

Learn more about the Certified Physical Therapy Aide Course Financial Assistance with the PATH Grant

 

For more information contact:

lexis leiteritz
program manager
Office:  ctc-219d (located inside continuing ed.)
815-224-0490
LEXIS_LEITERITZ@IVCC.EDu

Certified Professional Medical Auditor

Medical Auditors are essential in a healthcare organization’s compliance plans. Their job is to identify errors and develop remedial action plans; to ensure payer guidelines, as well as federal and state regulations are met.

Learn more about the Certified Professional Medical Auditor Course Financial Assistance with the PATH Grant

 

For more information contact:

lexis leiteritz
program manager
Office:  ctc-219d (located inside continuing ed.)
815-224-0490
LEXIS_LEITERITZ@IVCC.EDu

Medical Billing and Coding

Medical Billers and Coders are healthcare professionals essential to the medical world.  They help bridge the gap between patients, insurance companies, and healthcare providers.

Learn more about the Medical Billing & Coding course Financial Assistance with the PATH Grant

 

For more information contact:

lexis leiteritz
program manager
Office:  ctc-219d (located inside continuing ed.)
815-224-0490
LEXIS_LEITERITZ@IVCC.EDU

Pharmacy Technician with Optional Externship

Pharmacy technicians assist pharmacists in dispensing prescription medication to customers and health professionals.

Learn more about the Pharmacy Technician with Optional Externship course Financial Assistance with the PATH Grant

For more information contact:

lexis leiteritz
program manager
Office:  ctc-219d (located inside continuing ed.)
815-224-0490
LEXIS_LEITERITZ@IVCC.EDU

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