Explore Exciting New Career Opportunities at John A. Logan College

The Alongi Du Quoin Extension Center in Perry County focuses on targeted programs in nursing, general education, and developmental studies, providing essential healthcare training and foundational academics in a dedicated facility with smart classrooms, computer labs, and a nursing lab unique to this site. It serves as a vital access point for rural students pursuing health careers and basic college readiness.

• General Education: Transferable courses in English composition, college algebra, biology, and history.
• Nursing Programs: Practical Nursing Certificate and support for Registered Nursing pathway with clinical simulations in the on-site nursing lab.
• Developmental Education: Remedial math, reading, and writing to prepare for college-level work.
• Continuing Education: Professional development, workforce skills, and community workshops.
• GED Preparation: Dedicated classroom for high school equivalency in all subjects.
• Computer and Testing Lab: Courses in basic computing and proctored exams/study space.

With extended hours and facilities like five smart classrooms and a break room, the center emphasizes nursing and adult education to meet regional healthcare demands and educational barriers in Du Quoin and surrounding areas.

The Main Campus in Carterville is the central educational hub of John A. Logan College, offering a broad spectrum of associate degrees, certificates, and transfer programs tailored to prepare students for universities or direct workforce entry. It features specialized facilities like vocational buildings, science labs, nursing simulation areas, and a convocation center, focusing on comprehensive academic and technical training across multiple disciplines specific to this location.

• Transfer Degrees: Associate in Arts (AA) for liberal arts; Associate in Science (AS) for STEM fields including biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics; Associate in Engineering Science (AES); Associate in Fine Arts (AFA) in art, music, theater; Associate in Arts in Teaching (AAT).
• Business and Technology: Accounting AAS, Administrative Assistant AAS, Business AAS, Computer Networking, Graphic Design.
• Health Sciences: Registered Nursing AAS, Practical Nursing Certificate, Adult Cardiac Diagnostic Medical Sonography AAS, Radiography AAS, Emergency Medical Technician.
• Industrial and Manufacturing: Automotive Technology AAS, Welding Technology, Manufacturing Skills Certificate, HVAC, Industrial Maintenance.
• Agriculture: Agriculture AAS, focusing on production and natural resources.
• Public Safety: Criminal Justice AA, Fire Science Certificate.
• Humanities and Social Sciences: English, History, Psychology, Sociology courses supporting transfer.

The campus also hosts the National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense, offering cybersecurity programs, alongside continuing education and workforce development in advanced manufacturing and IT.

The West Frankfort Extension Center specializes in accessible community education, general studies, and foundational skills development for local residents in Franklin County, emphasizing adult basic education, GED preparation, and continuing education courses not available at the main campus. Housed in a convenient plaza location, it caters to working adults and families with flexible scheduling and community-focused programming.

• General Education: Core courses in English, mathematics, social sciences, and humanities for transfer or personal enrichment.
• Liberal Arts: Introductory classes in history, psychology, and communications.
• Adult Basic Education: Literacy, numeracy, and life skills training.
• GED Preparation: Comprehensive program covering all test subjects including science, social studies, math, and language arts.
• Computer Skills: Basic to intermediate computer literacy, Microsoft Office, and digital essentials.
• Continuing Education: Non-credit workshops in professional development, hobbies, and community interests.
• Children's Classes: Youth enrichment programs in arts, STEM, and recreation.

This center supports workforce readiness through skill-building for employment and parenting, addressing local needs in southern Illinois with small class sizes and supportive environment for lifelong learning.