Career Programs & Certifications
ETHS offers a wide range of career-focused programs and certifications designed to help students explore their interests, gain hands-on experience, and prepare for life after high school. These programs align with Illinois Career Pathways and enable students to develop real-world skills, earn industry-recognized credentials, and explore potential career paths—giving them a head start for college, apprenticeships, or the workforce.
Many programs also offer opportunities to earn industry-recognized certifications or dual credit with Oakton College, helping students gain credentials and college credit while still in high school.
| Industry-Recognized Certifications by Course | |
|---|---|
|
Industry Recognized Certification |
ETHS Course |
| Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Certified Nursing Assistant Training |
| Pharmacy Technician | Practicum: Health Sciences (Pharmacy Technician option) |
| Gateways to Opportunity Level 1 Early Care and Education (ECE) | Advanced Child Development |
| Serv Safe Food Handler | 2 Culinary (A or B) |
| Serv Safe Food Manager | 3 Culinary (A or B) |
| OSHA 10-Hour Safety | Geometry in Construction |
| Automotive Service Excellence Student Certification (Brakes) | 2 Automotive Technology |
| Various IT Certifications | Info Tech Internship |