Adaptation and innovation are crucial in today's challenging economy. College of DuPage stays a step ahead of the curve by regularly introducing new programs in emerging industries and professions that are experiencing rapid growth and providing training in new skills for existing career areas.
COD continues to monitor national, state and local employment trends to ensure that you receive the most valuable and up-to-date learning opportunities.
Aviation Management
The Aviation Management Associate in Applied Science degree program prepares students for a variety of careers in aviation including pilot, air traffic controller, aircraft dispatcher, airline administrator, airport manager, airfield operation specialist or aircraft cargo handling supervisor.
For more information about this program, contact a Aviation Management faculty member or program advisor.
Creative Writing Certificate
The Creative Writing Certificate is a program concentration that seeks to expose learners to a variety of creative writing genres, including poetry, creative nonfiction, drama, fiction, and screenwriting. Four tracks are offered in the program:
- Poetry Writing
- Fiction Writing
- Creative Nonfiction Writing
- Screenwriting
For students in each track, Introduction to Creative Writing is required, followed by one genre writing course, one literature/theater course in the chosen track, one program elective and one capstone course (Writing for Publication or Literary Journal).
For more information about this program, contact an English faculty member or program advisor.
Data Analytics Certificate
The Data Analytics Certificate prepares students for entry-level data analysis, setup and usage of business intelligence and data analysis solutions. The certificate provides a foundation for future training in data science and big data analysis.
For more information about this program, contact a Computer and Information Science faculty member or program advisor.
Digital and Social Media Marketing Certificate
The Digital and Social Media Marketing Certificate provides students the foundational understanding of developing a digital marketing strategy. Students will be able to optimize a company's digital marketing efforts through SEO, digital content creation, analysis of digital metrics, develop email campaigns and learn best website practices. Students will have the opportunity to earn related industry certifications.
For more information about this program, contact a Business faculty member or program advisor.
Entry Level Automotive Service Technology Certificate
The Entry Level Automotive Service Technology Certificate is designed to prepare students for an entry-level career in the automotive field. Students will learn foundational knowledge and skills in order to diagnose, service and maintain today's sophisticated vehicles. Upon successful completion of the program students will be prepared to take several of the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Tests. The Automotive Service Technology Program is accredited by the Automotive Service Excellence Education Foundation (ASEEF).
For more information about this program, contact an Automotive Services Technology faculty member or program advisor.
Healthcare Office Assistant Certificate
A student in the Health Care Office Assistant Certificate program will learn appointment scheduling, front office tasks, basic accounting, basic insurance coding and legal and ethical responsibilities as they pertain to administrative office in health care settings.
For more information about this program, contact a Medical Assistant faculty member or program advisor.
Internet of Things (IoT) Proficiency Certificate
The Internet of Things (IoT) Proficiency Certificate is designed for students who have already earned an associates or baccalaureate degree in a technical field and/or are employed in the technical industry. The certificate prepares students to design and develop applications using Internet connected single-board computers and sensor devices.
For more information about this program, contact a Computer and Information Science faculty member or program advisor.
Project Hire Ed Apprenticeship Certificate
The Project Hire Ed Apprenticeship Certificate program will allow students an opportunity to pursue multiple apprenticeship opportunities. Students will gain exposure to multiple career paths in multiple industries. Students will complete program requirements and then select 6 courses from the emphasis tracks. Students may work with a faculty member to develop a custom emphasis track.
For more information about this program, contact Project Hire Ed.
Python Language Proficiency Certificate
The Python Language Proficiency Certificate provides students with core competencies in the use of the Python Programming Language. Students are required to complete coursework that includes basic and advanced concepts in Python language programming, computer information systems, data structure application, Python standard library applications, Data science and programming logic and design.
For more information about this program, contact a Computer and Information Science faculty member or program advisor.
Recovery Support Specialist Certificate
The Recovery Support Specialist Certificate trains students to become Certified Recovery Support Specialists (CRSS) or Certified Peer Recovery Specialists (CPRS) in Illinois. The training meets certification standards for education and practical experience hours, and it prepares students to enter the professional field of recovery support. Students seeking this credential should have personal experience with addiction or mental health recovery.
Web Development Associate in Applied Science Degree
The Web Development Associate in Applied Science degree is designed for students who wish to enter into the web development market or already working as a web developer in the industry. This degree prepares students to design and develop websites using the popular web development technologies of the day.
For more information about this program, contact a Computer and Information Science faculty member or program advisor.
For general information about any of the College's new degrees and certificates, contact Admissions and Outreach at (630) 942-2626.