From Harold Washington College to your new fulfilling career.

Get an education that will set you up for a successful career in an in-demand field through Harold Washington College’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs.

CTE programs help students build real-world skills for careers in high-demand fields. Earning a certificate can increase your earning potential.

Our CTE programs offer courses during the day and evening, as well as in-person and online, to fit your schedule. You can get help paying for your education with scholarships from programs like Fresh Start, Future Ready, and Star Scholars.

Find your future in one of our CTE program offerings:

Students enrolled in these programs will earn a basic or advanced certificate. Moving on to earn an associate degree is optional.

icon-arrow Child Development Get the theory and real-world skills you need to teach young children and help them succeed. Learn how kids grow and develop socially, emotionally, and physically so you can create safe and caring spaces in your community. 
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icon-arrow Music Technology Become an expert in music technology and work with artists or businesses to create amazing projects. This program can lead to jobs with musicians, recording studios, video game companies, radio stations, and more. 
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icon-arrow Information Technology Prepare for a variety of careers in tech by studying in programs like cybersecurity, web development, software development, digital marketing, and more.
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