Parkland College's Main Campus in Champaign offers a comprehensive array of associate degrees, certificates, and transfer programs designed to prepare students for careers or further education. The college emphasizes hands-on learning and flexible scheduling to accommodate diverse student needs.
- Arts and Sciences: Programs include Associate of Arts (AA) for transfer to four-year universities, covering humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. Courses in English literature, history, psychology, biology, and mathematics form the core, enabling seamless transfer to bachelor's programs.
- Business and Technology: The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Business Administration covers accounting, management, marketing, and entrepreneurship. Students learn practical skills in financial analysis, business law, and computer applications, with options for certificates in office management and small business operations.
- Health Professions: Rigorous programs like Nursing (ADN), Medical Assisting, and Dental Hygiene prepare students for healthcare roles. The nursing curriculum includes anatomy, pharmacology, patient care simulations, and clinical rotations at local hospitals, ensuring graduates meet licensure requirements.
- Industrial Technologies: Hands-on training in Automotive Technology, Welding, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, and HVAC. Courses focus on diagnostics, fabrication techniques, CAD software, and safety protocols, with state-of-the-art labs simulating industry environments.
- Information Technology: Degrees in Computer Networking, Cybersecurity, and Web Development teach programming (Java, Python), network administration, ethical hacking, and database management. Certifications like CompTIA A+ and Cisco CCNA are integrated into the curriculum.
- Agriculture and Veterinary: Specialized programs in Agricultural Production, Animal Science, and Veterinary Technology address crop management, livestock care, and animal health procedures, including lab work with live animals and farm simulations.
- Education and Human Services: Associate degrees in Early Childhood Education and Human Services include child development, curriculum planning, counseling techniques, and field experiences in local schools and agencies.
- Public Safety: Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Fire Science, and Criminal Justice programs offer training in first aid, firefighting tactics, law enforcement procedures, and crisis intervention, with partnerships for real-world internships.
Additionally, the campus provides continuing education, workforce development, and online/hybrid options across all fields. With small class sizes and dedicated faculty, students receive personalized support. The curriculum evolves with industry trends, incorporating sustainability, diversity, and digital literacy. Over 100 programs ensure pathways to employment or transfer, with high success rates in job placement and university admission. This holistic approach fosters critical thinking, technical proficiency, and lifelong learning skills essential for modern careers.
