Oakton College’s Human Services Certificate turns your passion for helping others into a meaningful career. This program is perfect for those ready to start or advance in the growing social and human services field. Whether returning to school to upskill or starting fresh, our flexible program helps you meet your goals while preparing for in-demand careers.
In 34 credit hours, you’ll gain the hands-on skills needed to work with individuals, families, and communities. You’ll train in counseling and crisis intervention, motivational interviewing, group counseling, and case management. You’ll learn how to navigate ethical challenges while supporting people with mental health issues, trauma, and addiction. The program includes observation hours and practical experience, giving you real-world preparation for entry-level positions in social services.
Oakton’s human services certificate programs provide a solid foundation for employment or further education.
Oakton is located in the northwest Chicago suburbs and offers small class sizes, flexible scheduling, and a supportive learning environment. Our Human Services Certificate program makes balancing school with your other commitments easy while preparing for a career that changes lives.
Enrolling at Oakton College can save you thousands of dollars and help you earn more over the course of your career. Our tuition is among the lowest in the region, and we offer many ways to bring your costs down even more.
99 percent of Oakton students graduate without debt.
To help you get there, you can apply for a scholarship, which you don’t have to pay back. We award $12 million in scholarships annually. Financial Aid includes grants, loans, and other forms of financial assistance that can reduce your costs of attending college.
We offer payment options that give you control over how you pay. Pay all at once or spread your payments over the course of the semester.
Learn more about your options for paying for your education
Bakahia Madison, LCPC
Chair and Professor
M.A. Roosevelt University
Psy.D. Illinois School of Professional Psychology
bmadison@oakton.edu
847.635.1845
Office: 2727, Des Plaines
Meet our part time faculty:
Anthony Bertram, LCSW, CADC, CODP
Lecturer
B.C.J. Marian University
M.S.W. Loyola University, Chicago
abertram@oakton.edu
847.635.1910
Office: B206, Skokie
Richard Lyon, M.A., LCPC, CADC, CAMS-II
Lecturer
B.A. Wheaton College
M.A. Wheaton College
rlyon@oakton.edu
847.635.1910
Office: B206, Skokie
Carolyn Ransom-Champion, Ed.D, CADC
Lecturer
B.A. National-Louis University
Ed.D, Argosy University, Chicago
cchampion@oakton.edu
847.635.1910
Office: B206, Skokie
Cathy Willis
Lecturer
B.A. National-Louis University
M.A. Northeastern Illinois University
cwillis@oakton.edu
847.635.1910
Office: B206, Skokie
