Workforce Programs
From Classroom to Career, IVCC Has Your Back!
Looking for a program that leads to a great job? Illinois Valley Community College has options. Whether you’re into technology, healthcare, trades, business, or something in between, there’s a path for you here!
Our programs are hands-on, career-driven, and designed with input from local employers, so you’re learning the skills that matter.
Not sure where to start? Browse below to explore our programs, discover new opportunities, and find the path that fits your goals.
Program Options:
- Certificates - Fast Track, Complete in 1 Year or Less!
- AAS - Two-Year Education, Associate's of Applied Science
- Skill Trades Certificate - Education Your Way
Explore!
IVCC Workforce Program Offerings

Accounting
Kirsten Kasperski
Program Coordinator
Office: A-325
815-224-0386
Kirsten_Kasperski@ivcc.edu

Automotive Technology
Art Koudelka
Program Coordinator
Office: Building J - E106
815-224-0220
Art_Koudelka@ivcc.edu

Computer Aided Engineering and Design
Dorene Data
Program Coordinator
Office: CTC 213D
815-224-0221
Dorene_Data@ivcc.edu

Computer Network Administration
Garrick Whitehead
Program Coordinator
Office: Building CTC 213F
815-224-0329
Garrick_Whitehead@ivcc.edu

Computer Numerical Control Operators (CNC)
Scott Fox
Program Coordinator
Office: CTC 213C
815-224-0261
Scott_Fox@ivcc.edu

Cybersecurity
Nancy McDonnell
Program Coordinator
815-224-0534
Nancy_McDonnell@ivcc.edu

Engineering Technology
Steve Gibson
Program Coordinator
Office: CTC 213A
815-224-0255
Steve_Gibson@ivcc.edu

Health Professions
Heather Seghi
Dean of Health Professions
Office: A-217
815-224-0481
Heather_Seghi@ivcc.edu

Help Desk
Nancy McDonnell
Program Coordinator
815-224-0534
Nancy_McDonnell@ivcc.edu

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
Scott Johnson
Program Coordinator
Office: CTC-210
815-224-0233
Scott_Johnson@ivcc.edu

Industrial Electrician
Greg Whightsil
Program Coordinator
Office: CTC 213B
815-224-0453
Greg_Whightsil@ivcc.edu

Industrial Maintenance
Steve Gibson
Program Coordinator
Office: CTC 213A
815-224-0255
Steve_Gibson@ivcc.edu

Machinist and Tool and Die Making
Scott Fox
Program Coordinator
Office: CTC 213C
815-224-0261
Scott_Fox@ivcc.edu

Manufacturing Technology
Scott Fox
Program Coordinator
Office: CTC 213C
815-224-0261
Scott_Fox@ivcc.edu

Office Professional
Michelle Story
Program Coordinator
Office: A 330
815-224-0441
Michelle_Story@ivcc.edu

Renewable Energy Technician
Steve Gibson
Program Coordinator
Office: CTC 213A
815-224-0255
Steve_Gibson@ivcc.edu
Truck Driver Training
Tom Nestler
Program Coordinator
Office: Building H 100
815-224-0266
Thomas_Nestler@ivcc.edu

Welding
Theresa Molln
Program Coordinator
Office: Building J-W 102
815-224-0630
Theresa_Molln@ivcc.edu