ICAPS Support Program

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Integrated Career & Academic Preparation System Program Benefits

• A clear pathway of courses that leads to a vocational certificate.
• Free academic support, including personalized one-on-one advising.
• Free loaner textbooks.
• Free career navigation classes.
• A dedicated student support specialist who provides job search assistance, including résumé and interview skills development.
• The advantage of taking classes with the same group of peers throughout the program.

Who Can Participate?

ICAPS is open to all students, especially those who are:

• Daytime students.
• Looking to complete a vocational certificate quickly to earn a family-sustaining wage.
• Pursuing an Associate of Applied Science degree in one of the ICAPS career pathways.
• Able to commit to completing the program in one year or less. 

ICAPS Career Pathways

Integrated Career & Academic Preparation System students will complete a Basic Vocational Specialist (BVS) certificate in the program of their choice in less than one year.

One Semester Programs

• Dental Office Aide
• Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (EMT-B)
• Residential HVAC Service Technician
• Sterile Processing and Distribution

Two Semester Programs

• Basic Nurse Assistant (BNA) Training Program*
• Phlebotomy*
• Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Operator
• Industrial Maintenance (IST)
• Welding

Additional stackable certifications leading to an Associate of Applied Science Degree are available in most program areas for students who wish to continue their studies.

*The BNA/Phlebotomy programs require two semesters of coursework and a three-week clinical after the coursework is completed.

Upon earning a basic vocational specialist certificate through ICAPS, students may choose to enter the workforce and/or continue to pursue additional certificates or an associate degree. For more information, contact a student support specialist at 847-214-7390 or stop by B120, Student Success Center, to schedule an appointment.