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Use one of the search options below to find education and training programs offered by public community colleges and universities, and private colleges and universities to include: technical and vocational schools; trade schools; art and design schools, and more.  When choosing a training program, review the job market for that career, also known as labor market informationLink opens in a new window. To find Illinois occupations with the most openings each year click here.External link opens in a new window

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  • Rabbis
    Clergy provide spiritual leadership.
  • Radiation Protection Engineers
    Nuclear engineers design and operate nuclear power plants. They also conduct research on nuclear energy.
  • Radiation Protection Technicians
    Hazardous materials workers remove and dispose of harmful materials.
  • Radiation Therapists
    Radiation therapists use beams of radiation to treat tumors.
  • Radio Announcers
    Announcers entertain and inform audiences on radio, TV, or in person at public events.
  • Radio Dispatchers
    Dispatchers coordinate the movement of workers and motor vehicles.
  • Radio Mechanics
    Communications equipment mechanics set up and maintain equipment that transmits signals to carry information.
  • Radiographers
    Radiologic technologists use special equipment to create images of internal organs, tissues, and bones.
  • Radiologic Technologists
    Radiologic technologists use special equipment to create images of internal organs, tissues, and bones.
  • Radiologists (Emerging)
    Radiologists are doctors who interpret x-rays and other medical images.
  • Rafting Guides
    Recreation guides organize and conduct hunting, fishing, rafting, or similar trips in scenic and wilderness areas.
  • Rail Yard Engineers
    Locomotive engineers run trains that carry cargo and passengers.
  • Rail Yard Engineers - Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators
    Railroad brake, signal, and switch operators take care of railroad tracks and equipment. They put rail cars together for the transport of passengers and freight.
  • Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators
    Railroad brake, signal, and switch operators take care of railroad tracks and equipment. They put rail cars together for the transport of passengers and freight.
  • Railroad Conductors
    Conductors coordinate and supervise rail travel of passengers and freight. Yardmasters move trains in yards and see that they come and go safely with the right cars attached.
  • Railroad Engineers
    Locomotive engineers run trains that carry cargo and passengers.
  • Railroad Inspectors
    Transportation inspectors enforce safety rules that protect people and cargo. They inspect equipment and services and investigate accidents.
  • Ranch Workers
    Farm and ranch workers help raise crops and livestock for market.
  • Ranchers
    Farmers and farm managers raise crops and livestock for market.
  • Range Managers
    Conservation scientists manage, develop, and help protect soil and rangelands.
  • Rate Clerks
    Billing clerks keep records, calculate charges, and maintain files of payments made for goods and services.
  • Reading Specialists
    Special education teachers work with children and youth who have a variety of disabilities.
  • Real Estate Agents
    Real estate agents help clients buy, sell, or lease land or property.
  • Real Estate Appraisers
    Appraisers and assessors estimate the value of items such as buildings, art, or antiques.
  • Real Estate Asset Managers
    Property managers take care of the daily operation of properties. Some find, buy, and develop property.
  • Realtors
    Real estate agents help clients buy, sell, or lease land or property.
  • Receiving Clerks
    Shipping and receiving clerks keep records, prepare shipments, and accept deliveries of goods.
  • Receptionists
    Receptionists greet visitors and determine whom they need to see or where they need to go.
  • Record Clerks
    File clerks classify, store, find, and update information.
  • Recording Artists
    Singers perform songs on stage and in recording studios.
  • Recreation Attendants
    Recreation attendants keep things running smoothly at places where people go to have fun.
  • Recreation Guides
    Recreation guides organize and conduct hunting, fishing, rafting, or similar trips in scenic and wilderness areas.
  • Recreation Workers
    Recreation workers organize and lead leisure activities.
  • Recreational Therapists
    Recreational therapists plan and carry out treatments and activities for patients.
  • Recreational Vehicle Mechanics
    Bus and truck mechanics maintain and repair diesel engines.
  • Recruiters, Sports
    Coaches teach and motivate players in individual and team sports. Scouts seek out top athletes for a team or sport.
  • Recruitment Specialists
    Employment recruiters search for and screen promising job applicants.
  • Referees
    Umpires and referees observe players and regulate the play of sports events.
  • Refinery Workers
    Gas and oil plant operators control the refining process for crude oil or natural gas.
  • Refinishers
    Furniture finishers sand, stain, and finish new or repaired furniture.
  • Refrigeration Mechanics
    Heating and cooling system mechanics install and repair heating, air-conditioning, and refrigeration systems.
  • Refuse and Recyclables Collectors
    Trash collectors collect garbage and transport it to dumps or landfills.
  • Regional Planners
    Urban and regional planners conduct studies and develop proposals. They plan for the overall growth and improvement of urban, suburban, and rural areas.
  • Registered Nurses
    Registered nurses care for patients who are ill or injured.
  • Registrars
    College and university administrators manage the business affairs and student services of colleges.
  • Rehabilitation Assistants
    Physical therapist assistants help patients regain physical function after illness or injury.
  • Rehabilitation Counselors
    Rehabilitation counselors help people manage mental and physical disabilities. They help patients live as independently as possible.
  • Rehabilitation Services Administrators
    Health services administrators plan and direct the delivery of health care.
  • Reinforcing Iron and Rebar Workers
    Structural metal workers make and install steel frameworks used in buildings and other structures.
  • Remedial Education Instructors
    Adult and vocational education teachers teach basic education, self-improvement courses, or occupational training skills.
  • Renewable Energy Engineers (Emerging)
    Renewable energy engineers develop, promote, and implement sustainable energy technologies.
  • Rental Managers
    Property managers take care of the daily operation of properties. Some find, buy, and develop property.
  • Repairer Helpers
    Mechanic and repairer helpers help experienced mechanics with less skilled tasks.
  • Repairers, Farm Equipment
    Farm equipment mechanics make sure that farm machinery operates correctly.
  • Repairers, Motorcycle
    Motorcycle mechanics maintain and repair motorcycles. They also work on all-terrain vehicles, motor scooters, and mopeds.
  • Reporters
    News reporters write and report news stories for newspaper, radio, or television.
  • Research Analysts, Computer Operations
    Operations research analysts help organizations solve problems. They use mathematical models to help make decisions.
  • Research Engineers
    Petroleum engineers plan and supervise the drilling of new oil wells. They also supervise well operation and maintenance.
  • Reservation and Ticket Agents
    Reservation and ticket agents make and confirm reservations and sell travel tickets.
  • Reservationists
    Hotel desk clerks perform a variety of services for hotel guests.
  • Resident Assistants
    Personal and home care aides provide services to elderly, disabled, and ill clients so they can live in their own homes.
  • Residential Assistants
    Home health aides care for elderly, recovering, or patients with disabilities, in their own homes.
  • Residential Counselors
    Residential counselors care for the people who live in their building. They may also maintain the building.
  • Respiratory Therapists
    Respiratory therapists evaluate, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders.
  • Restaurant Hosts
    Restaurant hosts greet customers and escort them to tables.
  • Restaurant Managers
    Restaurant managers plan and direct the activities of places that serve food and beverages.
  • Retail Buyers
    Buyers and purchasing agents try to buy the best products at the lowest possible prices.
  • Retail Salespeople
    Retail salespeople help customers find items in stores. They try to convince customers to buy those items.
  • Revenue Agents
    Tax examiners determine the amount of taxes owed.
  • Riggers
    Riggers use ropes, pulleys, and other gear to move large or heavy items.
  • Ripsaw Operators
    Sawing machine operators run machines that turn logs into lumber.
  • RN
    Registered nurses care for patients who are ill or injured.
  • Road Graders
    Paving equipment operators use machines to apply asphalt and concrete to roads.
  • Road Repairers
    Highway maintenance workers make basic repairs to highways and rural roads.
  • Roadmasters
    Conductors coordinate and supervise rail travel of passengers and freight. Yardmasters move trains in yards and see that they come and go safely with the right cars attached.
  • Rock Splitters
    Rock splitters use jackhammers and other tools to cut pieces of rock away from larger masses.
  • Roof Bolters
    Roof bolters operate machines that install roof support bolts in underground mines.
  • Roofers
    Roofers apply shingles and other materials to the roofs of buildings.
  • Room Cleaner Supervisors
    Janitor and housekeeper supervisors oversee the work of cleaning staff.
  • Room Cleaners
    Maids and housekeepers clean rooms at hotels, motels, and hospitals.
  • Rotary Drill Operators
    Gas and oil drillers operate the equipment that is used to drill for gas and oil.
  • Rough Carpenters
    Carpenters cut, fit, and assemble wood and other materials to construct buildings.
  • Roustabouts
    Roustabouts do general maintenance and construction work at oil fields.
  • Route Salespeople
    Route salespeople drive trucks to sell and deliver products or services to customers.
  • Routing Agents
    Transportation agents coordinate the movement of freight, mail, baggage, and passengers at airports.
  • Routing Operators
    Telephone operators help people make phone calls.
  • Rug Layers
    Floor and carpet layers install carpet, linoleum, and other floor coverings in homes or buildings.
  • Runway Models
    Models pose for photos, paintings or sculptures, or live audiences.

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  • Statewide Interest

    Emerging Jobs in Illinois

  • Illinois Fastest Growing Jobs
    key sectors graphic Locate and learn about  training programs in Illinois' Key Sector Industries External link opens in a new window.

  • Job Corps: education and training programs for young adults.
    Job Corps Logo Welcome to Job Corps Chicago Region, dedicated to helping youth aged 16 yrs - 24 yrs find success through education and career technical training. Whether you are a student, parent, or employer we invite you to explore this site to learn more about how the Job Corps program can benefit you. The federally funded program serves the entire United States, including the 18 centers in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio, and Wisconsin, known as the Chicago Region. Click here to learn what can Job Corps Do for You? External link opens in a new window

  • Youth Services Providers

    Workforce Investment Act programs are offered to youth between the ages of 14-21. Youth services providers offer programs to assist young people in reaching individual academic goals (high school diploma recovery or GED) and developing basic job skills as they make the transition from being older youth to young adults. All WIA services for youth are offered at no cost to the participant.

    All Local Workforce Area’s have at least one provider of services to this group of people. The statewide WIA Youth Services Providers List gives the provider’s name, contact info, city in which the provider is located, and a brief listing of the services provided. Click here to see the list of Youth Service Providers


  • Illinois Hire the Future
    Illinois Hire the Future (IHTF), a program designed to help students between the ages of 16 and 21 find a full-time summer job or a part-time year round job.

    For further information and to see if you qualify visit the Illinois Hire the Future External link opens in a new windowwebsite.

  • Looking for an Apprenticeship Program but cannot find a Program Sponsor?
    Registered Apprenticeship Program Logo

    Then access this searchable database provided through the US Department of Labor's (DOL) Office of Apprenticeship.  Programs offered in the State of Illinois are listed by county, trade, and participating employers.

    To find out more about apprenticeship programs and their sponsors in the State of Illinois, visit the DOL Office of Apprenticeship External link opens in a new windowweb site.


  • Why you should attend a Community College in Illinois
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    There are 48 community colleges in Illinois offering diverse programs that help you get the job and pay you want.

    Some of the benefits of attending a community college include: quality instruction and support services, diverse programs, smaller class sizes, accessible and affordable, and more than 10,000 community college courses can be transferred statewide.

    To find out more how the Illinois Community College System can assist you, visit the Illinois Community College Board External link opens in a new window website.

     

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