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Moving Ahead After Overcoming Obstacles
Elgin Community College helped graduate Andrew Pratt overcome obstacles and pursue his dream of becoming an animator.
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Short Summer Sessions
Accelerated summer classes at ECC left Ronak more time to work his part-time job and have fun with friends.
Moving Ahead After Overcoming Obstacles
Elgin Community College helped graduate Andrew Pratt overcome obstacles and pursue his dream of becoming an animator.
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Short Summer Sessions
Accelerated summer classes at ECC left Ronak more time to work his part-time job and have fun with friends.
Moving Ahead After Overcoming Obstacles
Elgin Community College helped graduate Andrew Pratt overcome obstacles and pursue his dream of becoming an animator.
Short Summer Sessions
Accelerated summer classes at ECC left Ronak more time to work his part-time job and have fun with friends.
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Short Summer Sessions
Accelerated summer classes at ECC left Ronak more time to work his part-time job and have fun with friends.
A caring community where you belong.
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Commitment to Quality
Our dedication to maintaining top-notch standards shines through every facet of our programs and cutting-edge facilities in Elgin. Get ready for an educational experience that's as authentic as it gets, where you’ll learn from teachers who’ve worked in the field and care about your success. Use the link below to visit our nursing lab using our virtual tour.
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Phlebotomy Training
Phlebotomists are trained healthcare professionals responsible for safely and accurately collecting blood samples from patients used for various diagnostic purposes. We use needles, collection tubes, and other materials) that are identical to those used in clinical environments, making you more prepared for your clinical. Students are expected to use their skills in the laboratory to aid in the diagnostic process by successfully obtaining adequate specimens. Use the link below to visit our on-campus lab using our virtual tour.
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True-to-Life Sterile Processing OR Training
Description: Elgin Community College offers hands-on Sterile Processing and Distribution (SPD) training, combining lab, classroom, and clinical experiences. The program covers essential skills like cleaning, assembly, packaging, tray building, and sterilization methods for surgical instruments. Students gain practical expertise, exemplified by the image of a student in proper SPD PPE manually cleaning surgical instruments in the lab's decontamination area. Use the link below to visit our sterile processing lab using our virtual tour.
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See Yourself in the Ophthalmic Lab
Each health professions program at ECC boasts a dedicated campus lab space, such as our meticulously crafted ophthalmic lab. These spaces are thoughtfully designed to mirror the real healthcare environment associated with each profession, adding an exciting touch to the learning experience. Use the link below to visit our ophthalmic lab using our virtual tour.
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Scrubbed in the Surgical Tech Lab
Explore surgical procedures firsthand at Elgin Community College's Operating Room lab. Our surgical technology training offers hands-on learning in the lab and clinical experience in a hospital's operating room. Gain practical expertise in sterile technique, infection control, perioperative pharmacology, and the role of a surgical technologist. Witness a mock laparoscopic procedure, navigating under dimmed lights with digital monitors displaying each step. Use the link below to visit our surgical technology lab using our virtual tour.
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Assist in a Medical Office
Discover the ins and outs of working in a medical office, where you'll learn about scheduling, keeping records, handling bills, and other important tasks to manage the office efficiently. Additionally, you'll receive first aid and CPR training, ensuring you're ready to respond in emergencies. This program covers everything from day-to-day office responsibilities to being well-prepared for unexpected situations. Use the link below to visit our medical assisting lab using our virtual tour.
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Dental Clinic Simulator
ECC's facilities help you hone your skills and work with real patients under supervision in our dental clinic. You'll participate in chairside assistance simulations, learning how to assist dentists during dental procedures. This involves handling instruments, managing patient comfort, and maintaining a sterile environment. Use the link below to visit our dental assisting lab using our virtual tour.
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Massage Sessions with Instructor Input
You'll apply learned massage techniques to clients through supervised clinical practice sessions. This setting allows for integrating theoretical knowledge into practical application while receiving instructor feedback. Use the link below to visit our massage clinic using our virtual tour.
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Physical Therapy Tools
Complementing classroom instruction, hands-on sessions focus on applied anatomy and biomechanics. These activities involve examining musculoskeletal structures through models, charts, and practical demonstrations to enhance understanding.
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Radiography Processing on Campus
Participate in hands-on activities focusing on image processing techniques and quality control. Learn to assess the quality of radiographic images and understand digital image processing steps. These practical exercises provide essential skills for ensuring accuracy in radiography. Use the link below to visit our radiography lab using our virtual tour.