Integrated Career and Academic Preparation System (ICAPS)

The Integrated Career and Academic Preparation System (ICAPS) is a free program for qualified students, including high school graduates, designed to help you prepare for high-demand careers with great salaries. The program provides opportunities to earn college credits, gain valuable skills, and receive job placement assistance to kickstart your professional journey. With limited class sizes to ensure personalized attention, ICAPS offers a supportive pathway to a brighter future. Additionally, it includes programs for new advanced adult English Language Arts (ELA) learners, helping improve language skills while earning credentials. Inquire today to secure your spot and start exploring new career possibilities.

Programs

These programs provide hands-on training and industry-recognized credentials to prepare students for in-demand healthcare careers.

Certified Nursing Assistant

The Certified Nursing Assistant Training Program (CNATP) prepares students for employment as entry-level certified nurse assistants (CNA) through a combination of classroom and clinical education. The program emphasizes basic nursing assistant skills and related knowledge and can be completed in one semester.

• One-semester commitment required to earn 6 college credits
• In-person instruction, offered during daytime hours
• Includes ELA/HSE support course
• Upon completion, graduates will have credentials to work in a hospital or medical facility

Central Sterile Processing Distribution Technician Certificate

Central Sterile Processing Distribution Technicians are responsible for performing and participating in the decontamination, cleaning, sterilization, assembling, packaging, scanning, storage and distribution of reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.

• Two-semester commitment required to earn 12 college credits
• Practicum in a medical facility during the second semester
• Includes ELA/HSE support course
• Upon completion, graduates will have credentials to work in a hospital or medical facility 

Pharmacy Technician

Central Sterile Processing Distribution Technicians are responsible for performing and participating in the decontamination, cleaning, sterilization, assembling, packaging, scanning, storage, and distribution of reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.

• Two-semester commitment required to earn 12 college credits
• Practicum in a medical facility during the second semester
• Includes ELA/HSE support course
• Upon completion, graduates will have credentials to work in a hospital or medical facility

Eligibility Requirements

• Enrolled in an Adult Education Course
• Near completion of GED or have a high school diploma/equivalency
• English skills at High Intermediate or Advanced
• Eligible for employment in the United States
• Ready to work on receipt of certification

Inquiry Today

A new career path can be just around the corner. Class sizes are limited, so inquire today!

ICAPS programs are only offered to students who meet the qualifications for enrollment. For additional information, contact Ruta Jonusaitis at jonusait@cod.edu.

Contact Information

A new career path can be just around the corner. Class sizes are limited, so inquire today! 

A new career path can be just around the corner. Class sizes are limited, so inquire today! 

Ruta Jonusaitis

Workforce Development and Transitions Coordinator / ADA / ICAPS

Phone
(630) 942-3796

Email
jonusait@cod.edu

Christine Kelly

Student Success Coach

Phone
(630) 942-3193

Email
kellyc10@cod.edu

Stevens Amendment

Approximately 37 percent of the Illinois Adult Education and Literacy Program cost at COD is federally funded under Title II, Adult Education and Family Literacy of the Workforce Investment Act of 1998.