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Career OutlooksResearching the growth, salary range and skill set required for a specific career choice is a good way to determine if this is the career for you. The following information is compiled from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics at www.bls.gov.

Practical NurseCheck out the PN program at LLC: www.lakeland.cc.il.us/models_new/catalog_model.cfm?major=Practical Nursing

PNs provide basic nursing care like monitoring patients’ health and administering care. PNs work under the direction of a registered nurse or doctor in various settings including nursing homes, extended care facilities, hospitals, doctors’ offices and private homes. Most PNs find full-time work. In 2010, the national median pay for an PN was $40,380 per year or $19.42 an hour. The job outlook for PN positions is expected to

grow at 22 percent until 2020, which is considered higher than average job growth. If you’re patient, friendly and enjoy helping others, this is a good career for you! At LLC, there are special admissions requirements for this program of study. For more information, call Nicole Zeller at (217) 234-5452 or email her at nzeller@lakeland.cc.il.us.

Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC) Mechanics and Installers

Check out the HVAC program at LLC: www.lakeland.cc.il.us/models_new/catalog_model.cfm?major=Heating, Venting, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration

HVAC technicians work on heating, ventilation, cooling and refrigeration systems that control the air quality in many types of buildings including private residences, schools, hospitals,

office buildings and factories. Most HVAC technicians find full-time work. The national median pay for an HVAC technician in 2010 was $42,530 annually or $20.45 per hour. The job outlook for positions in the HVAC field is expected to grow 34 percent until 2020, which is considered much faster than average job growth. If you are detail oriented and enjoy working with your hands and specialized tools, this career is for you! For more information, contact Kris Kersey at (217) 234-5304 or kkersey@lakeland.cc.il.us.

Surveying and Mapping Technicians Check out LLC’s Intro to Geographic Information Systems program at www.lakeland.cc.il.us/models_new/catalog_model.cfm?major=GIS - Intro to Geographic Information Systems

Surveying and mapping technicians help surveyors and cartog-raphers in collecting data and making maps of the earth’s sur-face. These technicians visit various sites to take measurements of the land and use geographic data to create maps. Common

projects for these technicians include highway or construction site planning. The national median pay for a Surveying and Mapping Technician was $37,900 in 2010 or $18.22 an hour. The job outlook for positions like these is expected to grow 16 percent until 2020, an average job growth rate. If you like to be outside or enjoy studying the earth’s formation and elevation, this would be a great job for you! For more information contact Tonia Timlin at (217) 234-5309 or ttimlin@lakeland.cc.il.us.

One year to a New CareerStatistics show that on average, adults change jobs 10 times throughout their lives…what are you destined to do next?Lake Land College offers more than 50 technical programs that are designed to move students from college into the workforce in a relatively short period of time. Students who complete their program and demonstrate a well defined level of proficiency will be awarded a technical certificate. Technical certificate programs are available in most of the occupational areas for which the college offers an associate degree. Programs range from medical coding and nursing to electronics, computers and renewable energy.

Highlights of Technical Programs at Lake Land• Certificate programs are

three semesters or less, moving students through the coursework in no more than a year’s time;

• Faculty assist students in securing hands-on experiences in the workforce through internships, practicums and SOEs or specialized occupational experiences;

• Students can tag on a year-long technical program to another degree whether it’s an associate degree or multiple certificate programs, which can give students a broader skill set when looking for a job.

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One year to a New Career Professional Truck Driver

Check out LLC’s Commercial Drivers Training program at www.lakeland.cc.il.us/cbi/cdl/index.cfm.

Professional heavy truck drivers transport goods from one location to another and are usually long-haul driv-ers who operate trucks with a capacity of at least 26,001 pounds per gross vehicle weight. Drivers generally cover intercity routes or routes that can span several states.

Most professional truck drivers find full-time work. The national median pay for a professional truck driver in 2010 was $37,770 annually or $18.16 an hour. The job outlook for positions in this field is projected to grow 21 percent until 2020, which is considered higher than average job growth. Becoming a professional truck driver is a major lifestyle choice because these workers can be away from home for days or weeks at a time. But, if you like to travel and see the country, this is the job for you! For more information, contact the Center for Business and Industry at (217) 235-1282.

Massage TherapistCheck out LLC’s Massage Therapy program at www.lakeland.cc.il.us/models_new/catalog_model.cfm?major=Massage Therapy.

Massage Therapists treat clients by using touch to manipulate muscles and soft tissue in order to relieve pain, rehabilitate in-juries, reduce stress and increase relaxation. Massage therapists work in a variety of settings including private doctors’ offices or

at physical therapy offices, spas, hospitals, fitness centers and resorts or hotels. The national median pay for a massage therapist in 2010 was $34,900 annually or $16.78 an hour. The job outlook for positions in this field is projected to grow 20 percent until 2020, which is considered higher than average job growth. If you are a hands-on person who enjoys helping others heal and relax, this job is for you. At Lake Land, there are two options for the massage therapy program – Option One and Option Two. Option Two is a three-semester-long program designed to get students trained and certified in a year’s time. Option One extends the program over two years, for five semesters and is best suited for students who are not available for day-time classes. For more information contact Martha Mioux at (217) 540-3551 or mmioux@ lakeland.cc.il.us.

Not sure what you want to do or what career suits your personality the best? There are many resources to help you! Check out www.careercruising.com. At this Web site, you can take a Career Matchmaker assessment which will ask you a series of questions and based on your personal responses, match you to career options best for you. Already know your skill set and personality? Check out http://bls.gov/ooh/ to review the Occupational Outlook Handbook where you can explore career options based on salary, job growth and training needs.

Don’t forget Career Services at Lake Land! Whether it’s help writing a resume, practicing interview questions or finding a career choice for you, Career Services does it all! Contact them at careerservices@lakeland.cc.il.us or (217) 234-5288. Visit their Web site at www.lakeland.cc.il.us/careerservices/index.cfm.

Lake Land College offers the following technical certificates that aim to move students into a new career in less than one year.

1. Agriculture Power Technology 2. Agriculture Business 3. Crop Production 4. Horticulture 5. Livestock Production 6. Basic Nurse Assisting Program* 7. Emergency Medical Services* 8. Practical Nursing 9. Massage Therapy (Option 2) 10. Accounting 11. Computer Applications Specialist* 12. Cosmetology 13. Cosmetology – Nail Technology* 14. Cosmetology Teacher 15. E-Commerce Marketing 16. Entrepreneurship – Small Business Ownership* 17. Esthetics 18. Information Technology –

Computer Applications 19. Information Technology –

Computer Game Development 20. Information Technology –

Digital Media Specialist 21. Information Technology –

Network Administration 22. Information Technology – Programming 23. Information Technology – Web Technology 24. Management* 25. Marketing 26. Medical Transcriptionist 27. Office Assistant/Receptionist 28. Office Technology Skills – General* 29. Office Technology Skills – Medical* 30. Office Technology Skills – MOS* 31. Professional Sales 32. Broadcast Announcing 33. Radio Broadcasting 34. TV Field/Studio Production* 35. GIS – Intro to Geographic

Information Systems 36. Nanny Child Care Provider 37. Paraprofessional Education – Teacher Aide 38. Waste Water Operator* 39. Water Plant Operator* 40. Advanced Automation

and Control Technology 41. Automotive Mechanic 42. Commercial Driver Training* 43. Computer Technician 44. Computer Troubleshooting* 45. Computer-Aided Drafting 46. Electronic Communication Technician 47. Heating, Venting, Air Conditioning

and Refrigeration 48. Industrial Maintenance 49. Programmable Logic Controllers 50. Renewable Energy 51. Renewable Energy Management 52. Residential Wiring* 53. Sustainable Energy 54. Welding Technology

* Indicates Federal Title IV financial aid or the Illinois Monetary Program grant does not apply for this program because it requires less than 16 hours for completion, or less than one semester.

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