CTE at Kish

From Classroom to Career

Career and Technical Education (CTE) offers students the chance to earn a degree or certificate and immediately join the workforce. CTE courses teach job skills for high-paying trades and careers. Students can take affordable classes at Kish and start earning a living. With many programs to choose from, ranging from eight weeks to two years to complete, Kish provides training for the future. Programs offer opportunities for lifelong learning through pathways that build upon certificates and degrees. 

CTE Open House

Mark your calendars for the Kishwaukee College Career and Technical Education (CTE) Open House. Prospective students and families can meet with faculty, staff and current students while exploring Kish’s CTE programs and touring the College’s state-of-the-art labs and facilities.

• When: 5-7 pm Wednesday, Oct. 15
• Where: The Caukin Building. Enter through Door C1 or Door C23.
• Fun and Games: Enter a drawing for Kish swag
• What to expect: Join us for the Kishwaukee College CTE Open House to explore programs, tour state-of-the-art labs, and connect with faculty, staff, and students. Enjoy fun activities, enter a drawing for Kish swag, and get your questions answered by Kish College representatives.
  
  

Register for the CTE Open House

CTE Fast Facts:

• CTE careers are in demand. The United States has a projected 6.5 million deficit of skilled workers in infrastructure, health care, manufacturing and more, according to data from the Associate for Career & Technical Education (ACTE). 
• More than 70% of Kish CTE graduates find employment in a related field, earning a median wage of $26.83 per hour, according to the Kishwaukee Data Book. 
• Many Kish CTE graduates stay local, with about 60% finding jobs within the Kish district and more than 90% finding work in Illinois, according to a Kishwaukee Technical Graduate Survey. 
• Kish’s health-related CTE graduates boast a licensure pass rate higher than the state average, according to Dean Monitoring Reports.

Explore Kish CTE Programs

Kishwaukee College offers a wide range of Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs designed to prepare you for in-demand jobs. Whether you’re interested in healthcare, technology, trades, or business, Kish provides the skills and training to launch your career quickly and affordably.