Social Science and Education
Certificate Programs
Nanny
Child Care Provider
This program prepares the student for the care of children in a live-out or live-in family-oriented setting. In addition to developing the skills and knowledge needed to provide for the child's physical, intellectual, emotional and social well-being, the nanny will acquire basic home management skills. Emphasis is also given to interpersonal relationships since the nanny is often considered a member of the family.
Paraprofessional Education - Teacher Aide
This program is designed to provide students with the knowledge base and practical skills necessary for assisting with children and teachers in a public school setting. The certificate option is the first year of the two-year Associate in Applied Science Degree in Paraprofessional Education. Students are encouraged to check with their local school district on specific college education requirements needed in the field of Paraprofessional Education.
Water Plant Operator
The Public Health courses at
Lake Land College each lead to an eight hour certificate as
a Water Plant Operator (916) or Waste Water Operator (917).
The classes are all lecture/laboratory classes with instructor
prepared examinations including a final exam.
Waste Water Operator
The Public Health courses at
Lake Land College each lead to an eight hour certificate as
a Water Plant Operator (916) or Waste Water Operator (917).
The classes are all lecture/laboratory classes with instructor
prepared examinations including a final exam.
Associate Degree
Early Childhood Care and Education
The Early Childhood Care and Education program provides the academic background and practical experience necessary to operate a private day care home and teach or direct in child care facilities. Additional employment opportunities include nursery schools, Head Start programs, and teacher's aide in primary grades. The program is especially suited to individuals who enjoy working and teaching young children and to those having a caring and patient personality.
Child & Family
Services
The Child and Family Services program provides
the academic background and practical experience necessary
to fulfill a career working with the child and family sector.
The program is especially suited to individuals who enjoy
working with young children and the family component and those
having a caring and patient personality. In addition, this
two year associate degree is transferable to Eastern Illinois
University in the area of Family and Consumer Science.
Human
Services
The Human Services program is designed
to prepare students with skills to work in a variety of settings
such as homes for the developmentally disabled, psychosocial programs, special education schools,
state agencies, correctional centers, social
service areas of hospitals and mental health facilities. Classroom
training an field experience prepare graduates of the Human
Services program to provide greatly needed services to people
who require assistance.
Paraprofessional Education - Teacher Aide
This program is designed to provide students with the knowledge base and practical skills necessary for assisting teachers in a public school setting. This degree is suited for individuals who desire a career working with children in an educational learning environment. In response to the No Child Left Behind Act , this degree in Paraprofessional Education meets the recommended curriculum outlined by the Illinois State Board of Education.
Transfer Curricula
Charles Jarrell
B.S., M.A. Division Chair,
Social Science and Education
(217) 234-5331
Office: NE 028
cjarrell@lakeland.cc.il.us