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Techskills - Chicago
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Certificate programs:

CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Linux+, CompTIA A+, MCP, CCNAMCSA, MCSE, CCNP, CompTIA i-Net+, Certified Internet Webmaster Associate, Master Certified Internet Webmaster DesignerMCDBA, OCA, OCPDBA, MCAD, MCSD, MCSD.NET, SCJP, MOS



Programs vary by campus



DeVry University - Chicago

Associate degrees:

Electronics and Computer Technology
Health Information Technology
Network Systems Administration

Bachelor degrees:

Biomedical Engineering Technology
Biomedical Informatics
Business Administration
Business Operations
Computer Engineering Technology
Computer Information Systems
Electronics and Network Technology
Electronics Engineering Technology
Electronics Systems Technology
Information Technology
Network & Communications Mgmt.
Technical Management



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Chicago Design Schools, Interior Design and Fashion Schools


Guide to Chicago design schools, Chicago interior design programs and fashion schools, as well as online design programs available in Chicago. Start your design career by getting the information you need.

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Featured Design and Media Programs in Chicago

Harrington College of Design - Chicago
Harrington College of Design - Chicago

Located in the heart of Chicago's famous 'Loop', the Harrington College of Design has been providing professional design education for over 70 years. Day and evening classes are offered and financial aid is available for those who qualify.

At Harrington, all programs are based on a cooperative enterprise between students and faculty, encouraging full participation in projects, discussions and critiques. Each program offers real-world experience that puts you in position to begin a successful career - and courses that develop your individual creativity.



Associate of Applied Science in Digital Photography


The Digital Photography program can prepare students for a variety of employment opportunities within the photographic industry. Students receive a broad overview of photographic history, principles, processes, and techniques that enable them to construct creative and technically proficient photographs.

Computer software, printing technology, and studio and location equipment are used to create, enhance, and modify digital images, while portraiture, photojournalism, and commercial photography projects allow students to develop artistic style and theoretical vision.





The Chubb Institute, Banner Institute, and Banner College - Chicago
The Chubb Institute, Banner Institute, and Banner College - Chicago

Banner Institute, Chicago provides hands-on, intensive training to help students develop the career skills they need in a short amount of time.



Graphic Design


Banner Institute's Graphic Design curriculum assists students in developing an understanding of visual/graphic design, interface design, and information architecture. This course provides the student with hands-on experience using a number of multimedia and content development software applications in a current windows-operating system environment.

Topics covered include: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Macromedia Dreamweaver, Macromedia Flash, QuarkXPress, HTML.

The Chubb Institute campuses are located in New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania. Banner College is located in Arlington, VA and Banner Institute is located in Chicago, IL.





International Academy of Design and Technology - Chicago
International Academy of Design and Technology - Chicago

Start planning for your future. No matter what you want to achieve in your career, the International Academy of Design & Technology in Chicago can help. The Academy offers diverse and comprehensive degree programs in numerous Design disciplines as well as Technology and E-commerce. Earn your degree in as little as 18 months and take advantage of extensive job placement resources.



Bachelor of Fine Arts: Advertising and Design


The Advertising and Design program provides a solid foundation in art direction, sales promotion and marketing proficiency. Students graduating from this program will have a clear grasp of design concepts that will prepare them for the professional demands of the advertising, communication and design industries.





Bachelor of Fine Arts: Interior Design


The Interior Design program provides a course of study that leads to the development of a professional that will be able to enhance the function and quality of interior spaces. Students graduating from this program will have an understanding that the intent of interior design is to improve the quality of life, increase productivity and protect health, safety and welfare of the public.





Bachelor of Fine Arts: Fashion Design
Associate of Applied Science: Fashion Design


The Fashion Design curriculum integrates the changing face of the global fashion industry with conventional skills, giving a well-rounded background to both fashion novices and those with an established background. Students in this program will study a combination of traditional techniques as well as computer-based design, pattern drafting and manufacturing to stay current with the latest innovations in the field.





Bachelor of Fine Arts: Multimedia Production and Design


The Multimedia Production and Design program provides a course of study in which students will gain the ability to design in multiple media for various purposes using advanced technologies. Students completing the program will be well rounded in a broad range of media, including web design, three dimensional modeling and animation, and digital audio and video production. This degree enables students to respond to the needs generated by the rise of multimedia art forms within the industry. Graduates of the program should be proficient in communicating through these art forms, and should be able to meet the demands of the marketplace.





Associate of Applied Science: Computer Graphic Design


The Computer Graphics program combines fundamental design skills incorporating computer technology. The objective is to provide students with the skills necessary to function as a designer, electronic publisher, prepress production artist, illustrator or layout artist.





Associate of Applied Science: Interactive Media


The Interactive Media program combines the fundamentals of systems technology, digital video, digital audio, graphics, page layout, interactivity, and the world wide web. The objective is to provide students with skills necessary to function as an Interactive Media Developer.





Technical Training


ITT Technical Institute

Mount Prospect (shown above), Burr Ridge and Matteson, Illinois

Are you looking to develop skills in technology? The ITT Technical Institutes offer programs in a variety of technical areas. ITT Tech programs are not only industry-relevant, but also convenient.

Convenient class schedules can help you balance your personal commitments with your education.

Job-seeking skills and techniques are offered to students and graduates through the ITT Techs Career Services Departments. The programs that the ITT Techs offer can help you pursue opportunities involving technology. There are over 85 ITT Technical Institutes located in over 30 states.

Request more information on the ITT Technical Institutes