Health Professions
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Health 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.
Health Professions Programs
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
Christine Blaydes
Christine Blaydes
CNA Program Coordinator
Office: B 318
815-224-0330
christine_blaydes@ivcc.edu
Dental Assisting
Unlock Your Smile-Infused Future: Dive into a rewarding career, sculpting confident
smiles and mastering the art of dental care. Your journey to a brighter, healthier
tomorrow starts here
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
Morgan Myre
Morgan Myre
Interim Program Coordinator
Office: G-104
815-224-0359
Morgan_Myre@ivcc.edu
Dental Hygiene
The dental hygienist is a highly skilled primary care oral health professional with
the knowledge and skills to recognize, prevent and treat oral diseases and conditions.
Learn more about the Dental Hygiene Program
Dental Hygiene Associate in Applied Science
Lyndsey Beetz
Lyndsey Beetz
Program Coordinator
Office: G-104
815-224-0632
Lyndsey_beetz@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
Nick Fish
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
Sue SMith
Sue SMith
DIRECTOR OF NURSING
OFFICE: A-214b
815-224-0489
Sue_Smith@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
Kaity Ritter
Kaity Ritter
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
Mary Greve
Mary Greve
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
Sue Smith
Sue Smith
Director of Nursing
Office: A-214b
815-224-0489
Sue_Smith@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.
LPN-to-RN Bridge Program FAQs & Application Process
Advanced Placement Criteria
LPN-RN Bridge Application
Advanced Placement Request Form
Career Training Programs
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
lexis leiteritz
lexis leiteritz
program manager
Office: ctc-219d (located inside continuing ed.)
815-224-0490
LEXIS_LEITERITZ@IVCC.EDU
Sterile Processing Technician
Sterile Processing Technicians (SPT), also known as Central Service Technicians, play
a critical role in preventing infection by sterilizing, cleaning, processing, assembling,
storing, and distributing medical supplies.
Learn more about the Sterile Processing Course
Financial Assistance with the PATH Grant
lexis leiteritz
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
lexis leiteritz
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
lexis leiteritz
lexis leiteritz
program manager
Office: ctc-219d (located inside continuing ed.)
815-224-0490
LEXIS_LEITERITZ@IVCC.EDU
Patient Care Technician
Patient care technicians play an important role in patients' lives. With healthcare
demand at an all-time high, you can be the professional providing this vital care.
This online patient care course will help you gain the skills needed to work with
patients in various healthcare facilities.
Learn more about the Patient Care Technician Course
Financial Assistance with the PATH Grant
lexis leiteritz
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
lexis leiteritz
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
lexis leiteritz
lexis leiteritz
program manager
Office: ctc-219d (located inside continuing ed.)
815-224-0490
LEXIS_LEITERITZ@IVCC.EDU
Patient Access Representative
Patient representatives act as liaisons between healthcare professionals and patients
to improve the patient's experience within the healthcare system. They also have the
skills to support both front and back-office staff, which helps prevent gaps in care,
administration, and financial activities, allowing them to be one of the top jobs
in healthcare administration.
Learn more about the Patient Access Representative Course
Financial Assistance with the PATH Grant
lexis leiteritz
lexis leiteritz
program manager
Office: ctc-219d (located inside continuing ed.)
815-224-0490
LEXIS_LEITERITZ@IVCC.EDU