Opportunities in health care careers are growing rapidly. Don’t miss your chance to climb aboard an exciting profession by attending free information sessions at Oakton Community College’s Des Plaines campus, 1600 East Golf Road.
Start your journey toward becoming the next Florence Nightingale at a nursing session at 2 p.m., Tuesday, December 3, in Room 1610. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment for registered nurses is expected to increase by more than 13 percent from 2013 to 2018, faster than the average for all occupations – due in part to technological advances in patient care.
Also, begin your voyage toward a two-year degree in radiologic technology when the College hosts a seminar on Wednesday, December 4, at 5 p.m., in Room 1605. Through Oakton’s program, students learn how to produce radiographic images of the human body for use in diagnosing medical conditions. The program is a partnership between the College and the St. Francis School of Radiography in Evanston.
Radiologic technicians are in demand! The Occupational Outlook Handbook reports that employment in this field is expected to rise by more than 22 percent by 2020. Growth in the profession will be driven by an increase in the need for diagnostic imaging for a rising aging population. Qualified radiologic technologists are needed in hospitals, clinics, physicians’ offices, industry, and public health.
Faculty will be on hand to discuss course requirements and industry trends at both information sessions.
Spaces are limited. To reserve a spot, visit www.oakton.edu/healthcareers or call (847) 635-1700.
