Adult Career Pathways

Paraprofessional Educator

Manufacturing

Health Career Pathways

Registration is closed.

Check back July for registration.

Classes begin in August and September.

Paraprofessional Educator Bridge

Students testing at grade levels 4-8 can take the Bridge class and learn what it takes to be a Teacher’s Aide in a school setting. Language, reading, math and digital skills are taught while building a foundation for success.  Students learn educational vocabulary and classroom concepts, while exploring career options in education. Students will set personal and professional goals and gain job readiness skills.  Students will earn an Employment 101 certificate.

Location: Forest View Educational Center, 2121 S. Goebbert Rd., Arlington Heights

Classes (14 weeks): Tuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m.-12 noon

To determine if you qualify or for more information, contact Julie Frost at 847-718-7876 or Julie.Frost@d214.org

Educator Paraprofessional ICAPS Course 

This comprehensive course prepares students for careers as paraprofessionals in school settings. Through a combination of academic instruction, practical training, and real-world preparation, students explore key topics such as effective teaching strategies, child development, classroom management, and educational technology. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on learning, including resume and interview preparation, licensing guidance, and WorkKeys practice. Special focus is placed on supporting diverse learners, understanding the history of education, and managing student behavior with trauma-informed strategies. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the knowledge, skills, and resources needed to thrive as paraprofessionals in today’s schools.

Location: Forest View Educational Center, 2121 S. Goebbert Rd., Arlington Heights

Classes (12 weeks): Tuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m.-12 noon 

To determine if you qualify or for more information, contact Julie Frost at 847-718-7876 or Julie.Frost@d214.org


Manufacturing Career Pathways

The Manufacturing Career Pathway has two entry points. Placement will be determined by a reading test and a math test. Students needing more help in these areas will start with the Bridge to Manufacturing class and work on reading and math skills in the manufacturing curriculum so they can learn content at the same time. In addition, students will study with an online software program for Manufacturing. This class is offered online and students will be expected to study at least six hours per week for this 13-week online course. 

Manufacturing Career Bridge (online)

Students will study the Statewide Manufacturing Curriculum and increase reading and math skills while using manufacturing vocabulary and contexts. This bridge will lead to enrolling in a credential program with us or in a post-secondary school.

To determine if you qualify or for more information contact Julie Frost at 847-718-7876 or email Julie.Frost@d214.org.

Students who successfully complete this one-semester class will be invited to join the Manufacturing Career Pathway Credential Class. 

Manufacturing Career Pathway, I-CAPS 2

The Manufacturing Career Pathway Credential Class will continue to strengthen reading and math skills and prepare students to take three NIMS Credential tests for entry-level positions in Quality Control (Measurements, Materials, and Safety, MMS) and Computer Numeric Control (CNC) in lathe and mill Operations. Students will study from books and in labs to prepare for these tests with the help of a teacher experienced in manufacturing, while studying reading, writing, math, resume building, soft skills and interview skills with an Adult Ed support teacher. Classes will run three nights per week.  Students will be able to take the Credential Tests at the end of the 16-week semester and be ready to look for a job. Adult learners will be able to qualify for the numerous open positions in the local manufacturing industry and increase their earning power. 

Location: Wheeling High School and Zoom

Classes: (16 weeks):Three evenings from 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM.

To determine if you qualify or for more information contact Julie Frost at 847-718-7876 or email Julie.Frost@d214.org.

Health Career Bridge (online)

Students will study the State Healthcare Curriculum and increase reading and math skills while using health vocabulary and contexts. This bridge will lead to enrolling in a certificate program in a post-secondary school.

To determine if you qualify or for more information contact Julie Frost at 847-718-7876 or email Julie.Frost@d214.org.

For more information about our Adult Career Pathways program, click below to complete our interest form.

Interest Form

ADA ACCOMMODATIONS

It is the policy of Community Education to provide reasonable accommodations on an individualized basis to students who have disabilities that may affect their ability to participate in class activities or to meet class requirements. Students with disabilities can contact Julie Frost at 847-718-7876 or julie.frost@d214.org to discuss their need for accommodations

Our Partners

  • District 214 Education Foundation

  • Northwest Suburban College

  • District 214 Wheeling High School

  • Symbol Training Institute

  • Eastern Illinois University

  • Tisora Group (manufacturing placement agency)

  • GCAMP - Golden Corridor Advanced Manufacturing Partnership

  • TMA - Technology and Manufacturing Association

  • District 211 Adult Education Program

  • Village of Wheeling

  • Harper College

  • Wheeling/Prospect Heights Chamber of Commerce

  • Illinois WorkNet/American Job Center

Funding for this program is provided through Illinois Community College Board.

Approximately 84% ($68,326) of the Career Pathways Bridge and I-CAPS/IET Programs is paid with federal funds.