Oakton to launch new certificate programs this fall

Discover your Oakton Experience by registering for fall semester classes at Oakton Community College. Whether you’re just starting college or looking to increase your career skills, Oakton’s high-quality academic programs will put you on a path to success.

Oakton is introducing new certificate programs this fall including the Production Technician Certificate, Programmable Controllers (PLC/PAC) Technician Certificate and Cannabis Transportation, Logistics and Supply Chain Management Certificate. Classes start Aug. 24 and students can register online.

The Production Technician Certificate (nine semester credit hours) offers credentials for entry-level manufacturing production workers. The PLC/PAC Technician Certificate (15 semester credit hours) trains students for challenging yet highly rewarding opportunities in the modern automation/mechatronics field. The Cannabis Transportation, Logistics and Supply Chain Management Certificate (14 semester credit hours) prepares transporters to apply state laws and regulations to securely transport and track cannabis.

Need even more incentive to take classes this fall at Oakton? All online classes will be offered at the in-district tuition rate to all students regardless of residence. Due to COVID-19, most fall classes will be offered online. Some lab courses will take place on campus with increased social distancing and safety precautions.

New students can apply at www.oakton.edu/admission, or contact the Office of Admission at admission@oakton.edu or 847-635-1835 for more information.