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Essential Applications of AI Certificate
This new certificate will teach you how to harness the transformative power of AI. Complete it in a year or less and innovate in your current field or pivot to a career in tech!
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Cardiac Sonography A.A.S. Degree
Learn how to operate the tools that will help doctors make lifesaving diagnoses for cardiac patients. Focused on heart health, this in-demand occupation has a median annual salary of more than $83,000 in Illinois.
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Radiography A.A.S. Degree
Learn how to operate advanced technologies like X-rays, PET Scans and MRIs with this specialized degree program that offers grads a chance to make a median annual salary of more than $64,000 in Illinois.
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Surgical Technology A.A.S. Degree
Learn how to set up surgical environments, maintain sterility, and manage equipment and supplies as part of a surgical team. This in-demand occupation has a median annual salary of more than $51,000 in Illinois.
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Explore Oakton's degrees and certificates by zeroing in on your area of interest. Our programs include nine subject areas across numerous careers and fields. Once you are enrolled, work with an Oakton academic advisor to build an academic plan that aligns your career goals and guides your educational investment.
View Programs View Areas of InterestComputer and Information Technology
Technology is at the heart of the world’s most exciting innovations. Here, you’ll gain top-tier skills as you hone problem-solving abilities for a career in computer and information technology.
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Explore the world around you and apply the lessons of history to today’s problems. Through Oakton’s education programs, you’ll learn to help the next generation of students prepare for their future.
Learn MoreHealth Careers and Nursing
Your options for a career in health care may include nursing—or may extend into other important areas. Consider your options for high-demand health fields that emphasize information technology, billing and coding, laboratory work and more.
Learn MoreHumanities and Languages
As technology becomes more intricately woven into our interactions, the study of humanities and languages is more important than ever. At Oakton, you’ll gain the ability to make important connections and add meaning to human relationships.
Learn MorePublic and Professional Business Services
Become a first responder or study for a career in finance, law or business at Oakton. Enter the workforce well-prepared and confident to serve your community in an essential field.
Learn MoreScience, Technology, Engineering and Math
Future jobs—including many that don’t yet exist—will come from the STEM disciplines. Explore your love for the sciences and develop in-demand skills that can be applied to numerous career fields.
Learn MoreFine, Performing and Applied Arts
Art has always been central to the human experience. Whether you’re pursuing meaning through beauty or enhancing the value of a new product through graphic design, Oakton is your training ground.
Learn MoreManufacturing, Facilities and Automotive
Skilled technicians are in high demand. If you love work that combines problem-solving with hands-on experiences, Oakton’s manufacturing, facilities and automotive programs will train you for a rewarding career.
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Get the latest news and information on a wide range of Oakton programs, events and initiatives.
Oakton Secures Grant to Enhance Equity and Leadership in STEM
Oakton College, in collaboration with Northeastern Illinois University (NIU) and Chicago State University (CSU), has secured a $500,000 National Science Foundation grant to launch a transformative three-year initiative promoting equity and leadership in STEM education.
Oakton Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Engaging Events
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Oakton College proudly announces a pair of events celebrating the rich culture, history and contributions of the Latino/a/x communities.
Oakton Announces 2024 Distinguished Alumni Awardees
Oakton College invites the community to celebrate its four newest Distinguished Alumni on Sept. 12 at 6 p.m. at the Des Plaines campus,1600 E. Golf Road.
Oakton Unveils New Learning Commons: A Modern Hub for Student Success and Community Engagement
Oakton College is proud to announce the opening of the Ray Hartstein Campus Learning Commons, 7701 Lincoln Ave., Skokie, a cutting-edge facility designed to support student success through collaboration, innovation and integrated academic services.
Oakton Seeks Students and Community Members for Auditions
Embrace the opportunity to grow and connect with fellow performing artists at Oakton College. Sign up for auditions and become part of the vibrant performing arts community, which includes musical concerts, stage plays and more.
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