Pursuing Technical & Professional Careers

Students may choose to pursue technical or professional careers by enrolling in an education program that may be shorter or more focused than the traditional college path. Examples of these careers follow but are not limited to this list.

Cosmetology
Certified Nursing Assistant
Welding
Automotive Service Technician
Cyber Security Specialists

COD Degrees and certificates

College of DuPage offers Certificate and Degree programs for students interested in several career areas. Click to view COD's Degree and Certificate programs for more information.

Trade Unions

CISCO (Construction Industry Service Corporation) is a non-profit, labor management organization that serves union building trades and union contractors.

CISCO'S APPRENTICESHIP GUIDE provides information on each trade including a contact person, basic requirements and how to apply.