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ICAPS Career Pathways

ICAPS Career Pathways

Are you looking for a quick and clear pathway to a career in manufacturing or health care?

The ICAPS program offers academic and career support for students pursuing a vocational certificate in a year or less. It helps students enter the workforce with a strong starting salary.

How Do Students Benefit from ICAPS?

• Have one ECC staff member to guide you through your studies from beginning to end.
• Have a set class schedule, providing a clear pathway to program completion.
• Receive guidance and extra support in the college classroom.
• Attend classes with the same group of peers throughout the program.
• Get textbooks loaned to you for your classes.
• Gain employability skills and receive assistance with resume, interviewing, job search, and experiential learning opportunities, including apprenticeships and internships.
• Receive assistance in how to fund your education through financial aid, grants, scholarships, and other college assistance programs.
• Graduate with a certificate in 2 semesters or less and start your career.

Who Can Participate?

• Anyone looking to complete a vocational certificate quickly to earn a family-sustaining wage.
• Anyone pursuing a certificate in an ICAPS area of study.

Students who may especially benefit from participating in ICAPS include the following:

• Students who may benefit from extra support.
• Former or current adult education students.
• HSE graduates
• Students whose first language is not English

Which Programs Are Supported By ICAPS?

One Semester Programs

• Basic Nurse Assistant (BNA) Training Program
• Dental Office Aide
• Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (EMT-B)
• Phlebotomy
• Residential HVAC Systems - Heating, Vent, A/C, and Refrigeration
• Sterile Processing

Two Semester Programs

• Automation, Robotics, and Maintenance Technology (ARM)
• Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Operator
• Welding

Additional stackable certifications are available in most program areas for students who wish to continue their studies. Staff will guide you to your next steps.

After earning a certificate through the ICAPS program, students can enter the workforce or pursue additional certificates or an associate degree.