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There are many short and long-term benefits to enrolling in a technical school. Technical degree programs are centered on two years of hands-on training with instructors can be working professionals with experience in a variety of technical fields. As an effective alternative to traditional four year universities, technical degrees provide students the opportunity to take courses that involve acquiring the needed skills and knowledge in a particular technical career field. Individuals can earn a technical degree in a wide range of high, in-demand professional markets such as manufacturing, utility systems, office management, education, health, and public safety. Those that make a decision to seek a technical degree will also have an invaluable opportunity to meet and network with well-qualified professionals.
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Academy of Art University
San Francisco, California
Academy of Art University, founded in 1929 by artists for artists, is the nation’s largest accredited, private art and design university with over 18,000 students. Having state-of-the-art campuses online and in San Francisco, the Academy guides students to creative professional futures. Alumni currently work at top companies such as Pixar, NBC, Apple, Nike and more. -
The Art Institute of Pittsburgh - Online Division
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. The Art Institute of Pittsburgh - Online Division helps students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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Academy of Art University - Online
San Francisco, California
Established by artists, for artists, Academy of Art University is the nation's largest accredited private art and design school. Located in San Francisco, the epicenter of culture and technology, Academy of Art University's nearly 16,000 students learn the techniques and knowledge to land the art and design career of their dreams. -
Digital Media Arts College
Boca Raton, Florida
If you live for graphic design, game art or visual effects, Digital Media Arts College (DMAC) is the college for you. Our passion is helping artists realize their potential in digital arts, helping you learn the technical skills required for an exciting career, while earning a bachelor's or master's degree in the fine arts. -
Collins College
Phoenix, Arizona
Build the foundation for a successful career at Collins College, offering Associate and Bachelor degrees in some of today's hot career fields. Our two locations in Phoenix and Tempe offer students a convenient choice to further their education, whether they are just out of high school or they are returning to school to pursue additional career training. -
Harrington College of Design
Chicago, Illinois
Harrington College of Design is an educational environment focused on teaching creative people what it takes to become a complete professional. One with a holistic learning approach and faculty that can help you acquire industry-relevant skills, experience and business acumen – at our design-focused campus in the design-forward city of Chicago. -
The Los Angeles Film School
Hollywood, California
Located in the heart of Hollywood, California, The Los Angeles Film School main building was previously a recording studio used by the likes of Elvis Presley, The Rolling Stones and John Williams. Since the school's opening, such stars as Wes Craven, Martin Landau, Spike Jonze, Nick Nolte, Faye Dunaway and Billy Bob Thornton have visited. -
International Academy of Design and Technology - Chicago
Chicago, Illinois
Creative teachers inspire creative students. At the International Academy of Design & Technology (IADT), our faculty consists of experienced professionals from the design and technology fields who know firsthand what it takes to succeed. Our curriculum is designed around the current, demand for real-world knowledge, taught by skilled professionals, and it is continually updated to reflect the changing needs of the global marketplace. -
International Academy of Design and Technology - Detroit
Troy, Michigan
Creative teachers inspire creative students. At the International Academy of Design & Technology (IADT), our faculty consists of experienced professionals from the design and technology fields who know firsthand what it takes to succeed. Our curriculum is designed around the current, demand for real-world knowledge, taught by skilled professionals, and it is continually updated to reflect the changing needs of the global marketplace. -
International Academy of Design and Technology - Orlando
Orlando, Florida
Creative teachers inspire creative students. At the International Academy of Design & Technology (IADT), our faculty consists of experienced professionals from the design and technology fields who know firsthand what it takes to succeed. Our curriculum is designed around the current, demand for real-world knowledge, taught by skilled professionals, and it is continually updated to reflect the changing needs of the global marketplace. -
International Academy of Design and Technology - Sacramento
Sacramento, California
Creative teachers inspire creative students. At the International Academy of Design & Technology (IADT), our faculty consists of experienced professionals from the design and technology fields who know firsthand what it takes to succeed. Our curriculum is designed around the current, demand for real-world knowledge, taught by skilled professionals, and it is continually updated to reflect the changing needs of the global marketplace. -
International Academy of Design and Technology - San Antonio
San Antonio, Texas
Creative teachers inspire creative students. At the International Academy of Design & Technology (IADT), our faculty consists of experienced professionals from the design and technology fields who know firsthand what it takes to succeed. Our curriculum is designed around the current, demand for real-world knowledge, taught by skilled professionals, and it is continually updated to reflect the changing needs of the global marketplace. -
International Academy of Design and Technology - Seattle
Seattle, Washington
Creative teachers inspire creative students. At the International Academy of Design & Technology (IADT), our faculty consists of experienced professionals from the design and technology fields who know firsthand what it takes to succeed. Our curriculum is designed around the current, demand for real-world knowledge, taught by skilled professionals, and it is continually updated to reflect the changing needs of the global marketplace. -
International Academy of Design and Technology - Tampa
Tampa, Florida
Creative teachers inspire creative students. At the International Academy of Design & Technology (IADT), our faculty consists of experienced professionals from the design and technology fields who know firsthand what it takes to succeed. Our curriculum is designed around the current, demand for real-world knowledge, taught by skilled professionals, and it is continually updated to reflect the changing needs of the global marketplace. -
International Academy of Design and Technology - Online
Tampa, Florida
Creative teachers inspire creative students. At the International Academy of Design & Technology (IADT), our faculty consists of experienced professionals from the design and technology fields who know firsthand what it takes to succeed. Our curriculum is designed around the current, demand for real-world knowledge, taught by skilled professionals, and it is continually updated to reflect the changing needs of the global marketplace. -
Miami International University of Art & Design
Miami, FLHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At Miami International University of Art & Design, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of Atlanta
Atlanta, GAHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of Atlanta, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of Atlanta - Decatur, a branch of The Art Institute of Atlanta
Decatur, GAHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of Atlanta - Decatur, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of Austin, a branch of The Art Institute of Houston
Austin, TXHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of Austin, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of California - Hollywood, a campus of Argosy University
North Hollywood, CAHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of California - Hollywood, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of California - Inland Empire, a campus of Argosy University
San Bernardino, CAHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of California - Inland Empire, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of California - Los Angeles, a campus of Argosy University
Santa Monica, CAHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of California - Los Angeles, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of California - Orange County, a campus of Argosy University
Santa Ana, CAHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of California - Orange County, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of California - Sacramento, a campus of Argosy University
Sacramento, CAHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of California - Sacramento, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of California - San Diego, a campus of Argosy University
San Diego, CAHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of California - San Diego, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of California - San Francisco, a campus of Argosy University
San Francisco, CAHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of California - San Francisco, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of California - Sunnyvale, a campus of Argosy University
Sunnyvale, CAHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of California - Sunnyvale, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of Charleston, a branch of The Art Institute of Atlanta
Charleston, SCHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of Charleston, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of Charlotte, a campus of South University
Charlotte, NCHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of Charlotte, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of Colorado
Denver, COHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of Colorado, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of Dallas, a campus of South University
Dallas, TXHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of Dallas, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale, FLHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of Fort Worth, a campus of South University
Fort Worth, TXHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of Fort Worth, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of Houston
Houston, TXHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of Houston, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of Houston - North, a branch of The Art Institute of Houston
Houston, TXHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of Houston - North, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of Indianapolis
Indianapolis, INHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of Indianapolis, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of Jacksonville, a branch of Miami International University of Art & Design
Jacksonville, FLHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of Jacksonville, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of Las Vegas
Henderson, NVHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of Las Vegas, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of Michigan, A branch of The Illinois Institute of Art - Chicago
Novi, MIHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of Michigan, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of Michigan - Troy, A branch of The Illinois Institute of Art - Chicago
Troy, MIHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of Michigan - Troy, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of New York City
New York, NYHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of New York City, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of Ohio - Cincinnati, A branch of The Illinois Institute of Art - Chicago
Cincinnati, OHHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of Ohio - Cincinnati, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PAHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of Philadelphia, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of Phoenix, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PAHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of Pittsburgh, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of Portland
Portland, ORHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of Portland, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of Raleigh-Durham, a campus of South University
Durham, NCHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of Raleigh-Durham, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of Salt Lake City, A branch of The Art Institute of Las Vegas
Draper, UTHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of Salt Lake City, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of San Antonio, a branch of the Art Institute of Houston
San Antonio, TXHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of San Antonio, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of Seattle
Seattle, WAHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of Seattle, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of St. Louis, A branch of The Art Institute of Phoenix
St. Charles, MOHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of St. Louis, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of Tampa, a branch of Miami International University of Art & Design
Tampa, FLHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of Tampa, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of Tennessee - Nashville, a branch of The Art Institute of Atlanta
Nashville, TNHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of Tennessee - Nashville, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of Tucson
Tucson, AZHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of Tucson, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of Virginia Beach, a branch of The Art Institute of Atlanta
Virginia Beach, VAHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of Virgina Beach, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of Washington, a branch of The Art Institute of Atlanta
Arlington, VAHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of Washington, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of Washington - Dulles, a branch of The Art Institute of Atlanta
Dulles, VAHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of Washington - Dulles, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of Wisconsin, A branch of The Art Institute of Phoenix
Milwaukee, WIHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of Wisconsin, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institute of York - Pennsylvania
York, PAHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institute of York - Pennsylvania, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institutes International - Kansas City, A branch of The Art Institute of Phoenix
Lenexa, KSHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institutes International - Kansas City, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Art Institutes International Minnesota
Minneapolis, MNHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Art Institutes International Minnesota, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Illinois Institute of Art Chicago
Chicago, ILHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Illinois Institute of Art Chicago, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Illinois Institute of Art Schaumburg
Schaumburg, ILHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Illinois Institute of Art Schaumburg, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The Illinois Institute of Art - Tinley Park, A branch of The Illinois Institute of Art - Chicago
Tinley Park, ILHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The Illinois Institute of Art Tinley Park, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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The New England Institute of Art
Brookline, MAHelping creative minds bring their ideas to life.
Today’s creative economy needs people with new ideas, and the ability to express those ideas. At The New England Institute of Art, we help students explore opportunities as they prepare to launch careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary.
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Devry University
Downers Grove, IL
When you earn your degree from DeVry University, you're backed by a school with over 80 years of experience in providing technology- and business-based higher education, and you can enter a competitive job market by earning a degree from an accredited university. DeVry University's hands-on degree programs and flexible distance learning options provide the skills and convenience you want. Our reputation and accredited university status provide the recognition and credentials you need. It's all at DeVry University. -
American InterContinental University Online
Schaumburg, IL
At AIU, we think it’s time school revolved around your life, not the other way around. So we’ve created an online program that can fit into even the tightest schedules - with full-time and part-time schedules. AIU Online takes the same no-nonsense educational approach as our ground campuses, and our proprietary learning platform, M.U.S.E, let’s you get serious with your online education by giving you the option of learning any time of the day or night.
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There are numerous concentrations students have to choose from during their pursuit of a technical degree certificate. These concentrations include accounting, business software, graphic design, business management, web marketing, and many more rewarding professional sectors. Students that receive training in web marking will be required to take courses in eMarketing, customer relations management, advertising, and international marketing. The aforementioned courses are designed to prepare students for successful careers in marketing and advertising. Those that enroll in a business software technical degree program should expect to fulfill course work in personal information management, business document design, business data management, publication design, and presentation design & delivery.
Once students complete their technical degree program they will have a chance to enjoy a lucrative career in one of the many exciting technical fields. Individuals that are interested in applying for a job as a practical nurse can start by doing research on the different assisted living centers, hospitals, medical clinics, and home health organizations located in their area. Practical nurses can potentially earn highly lucrative salaries. Obtaining employment for a position as a computer support technician is feasible by applying at federal government agencies, state government agencies, academic institutions, staffing organizations, and medical facilities.
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