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Dental Assisting

17.27

The Dental Assisting program at Ivy Tech is the only one in the State of Indiana where graduates can earn five workforce certifications and one license, and become immediately employable when they graduate.

Technical Certificate
Associate of Applied Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/dental-assisting/index.html

Dental Hygiene

33.15

The cost of earning a Dental Hygiene degree at Ivy Tech is less than half the cost of earning a Dental Hygiene degree at a four-year college or university!

Associate of Applied Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/dental-hygiene/index.html

Diagnostic Medical Sonography

30.51

Sonography is a growing and rapidly changing field. Get the training you need for your career in our cutting edge laboratory!

Associate of Applied Science – Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Cardiac
Associate of Applied Science – Diagnostic Medical Sonography/General
Associate of Applied Science – Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Vascular

https://www.ivytech.edu/sonography/index.html

Health Information Technology

17.16

If you are interested in healthcare and providing quality care without direct patient care, Health Information Technology is the field for you!

Associate of Applied Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/health-information-tech/index.html

Healthcare Specialist

15.50

Healthcare Specialist is the perfect place to begin your health care career. The short certificates make you employable in a year and you can work while continuing towards your AAS.

Possible degree and credential options, full list here.

Certificates
Workforce Certifications
Associate of Applied Science – Clinical Support
Associate of Applied Science – Patient Care
Associate of Applied Science – Therapeutic Massage

https://www.ivytech.edu/healthcare-specialist/index.html

Kinesiology and Exercise Science

14.35

Kinesiology and Exercise Science will provide an understanding of the human body and its motion to prepare students to be anything from a fitness instructor or coach, to working in sports management and marketing.

Associate of Applied Science
Associate of Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/kinesiology/index.html

Medical Assisting

14.05

Our students get to participate in simulation labs acting as a member of a healthcare team to prepare for the real-world as a Medical Assistant!

Technical Certificate
Associate of Applied Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/medical-assisting/index.html

Medical Imaging

25.57

Our students have an excellent pass rate on the national board exam, our programs are accredited, and we have great clinical support from community healthcare providers.

Associate of Applied Science – Radiologic Technology

https://www.ivytech.edu/imaging-sciences/index.html

Medical Lab. Tech.

27.99

This program is excellent for “budding scientists” and builds quality skills for anyone wanting to work in hospital, reference, or research laboratories.

Associate of Applied Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/medical-laboratory-tech/index.html

Nursing

28.16

Nursing students have opportunities to care for real patients in a variety of clinical settings, and skills are also learned in simulation labs. The Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) can be completed in less than two years once admitted into the program. This means students can graduate sooner and begin working if they choose

Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) T-SAP
LPN to ASN Transitional Track
Paramedic to ASN Transitional Track
Technical Certificate in Practical Nursing

https://www.ivytech.edu/nursing/index.html

Optometric Technology

17.37

This program gives you the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to work in optical sciences. Through access to state-of-the-art lab equipment, optical clinics and dispensaries you will be provided with substantial real-world experience. During your time in the program, you will be eligible to take the national certification exams offered through the American Board of Opticianry (ABO) and the National Contact Lens Examiners (NCLE).

Optometric Technology Technical Certificate
Associate of Applied Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/optometric-tech/index.html

Paramedic Science

13.41

This program offers lots of scenario-based critical thinking exercises, labs with high fidelity manikins, hands-on patient assessments, and even a cadaver lab so students can practice advanced life support skills that would otherwise be only lectured about in class.

Workforce Certification – EMT-B Certification
Associate of Applied Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/paramedic-science/index.html

Patient Care Technician

11.43

Do you want the opportunity to obtain a job working closely with patients to ensure their daily needs are met? The Patient Care Technician program prepares you for a job in a variety of settings with skills such as taking vital signs, performing electrocardiography, drawing blood, and other procedures to assist with critical day-to-day care some patients require.

Certificate
Technical Certificate
Associate of Applied Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/patientcare/

Physical Therapist Assistant

26.81

Our Physical Therapist Assistant program prepares individuals, under the supervision of a physical therapist, to implement physical therapy treatment care plans, train patients, conduct treatment interventions, use equipment, and observe and record patient progress. Includes instruction in applied anatomy and physiology, applied kinesiology, principles and procedures of physical therapy, basic neurology and orthopedics, physical therapy modalities, documentation skills, psychosocial aspects of health care, wound and injury care, electrotherapy, working with orthoses and prostheses, and personal and professional ethics.

Associate of Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/physical-therapist-assistant/index.html

Practical Nursing

19.69

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is an integral part of the health care team. PN graduates are qualified to provide basic care, under the direction of registered nurses and doctors, for patients in a variety of health care settings such as nursing homes, extended care facilities, hospitals, clinics, home health care and physician offices. Per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of licensed practical nurses “is projected to grow 16 percent from 2014 to 2024, much faster than the average for all occupations".

Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN)
LPN to ASN Transitional Track
Paramedic to ASN Transitional Track
Technical Certificate in Practical Nursing

https://www.ivytech.edu/nursing/index.html

Radiation Therapy

36.58

Ivy Tech offers the only associate degree radiation therapy program in the state of Indiana and our VERT program is one of just 11 such programs in the United States.

Associate of Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/radiation-therapy/index.html

Respiratory Therapy

25.90

Ivy Tech campuses around the state offer nine of the total 11 Respiratory Therapy programs in Indiana.

Associate of Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/respiratory-care/index.html

Surgical Technology

20.06

A career in Surgical Technology is very fast-paced and challenging. You may be able to hold a beating heart in your hand or be part of a team in the Operating Room working on replacing a total hip or knee in the orthopedic rotation at your site!

Associate of Applied Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/surgical-technology/index.html

Therapeutic Massage

15.83

Our program offers smaller size classes that allow for one-on-one personal instruction during class. Students also receive additional training apart from the 500 hour minimum requirement by the state.

Certificate
Technical Certificate
Associate of Applied Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/therapeutic-massage/index.html

Adv. Autom. & Robotics Tech.

Advanced Automation & Robotics Technology

23.64

Advanced Automation and Robotics is designed for students interested in great careers in a global marketplace with world-class companies. There is a huge shortage of skilled employees in manufacturing, and this degree will provide you with the skills needed to be successful in the modern manufacturing environment.

Mechatronics Level I Certificate
Automation and Robotics Technology Technical Certificate
Associate of Applied Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/advanced-automation-robotics/index.html

Agriculture

19.01

Agriculture is one of the largest sectors of Indiana’s economy with a $20 billion annual impact, and as this sector becomes more high-tech, the need for trained college graduates in agriculture is increasing.

Landscape Technician Certificate
Associate of Applied Science
Associate of Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/agriculture/index.html

Automotive Technology

18.50

The Automotive program, with the support of industry partners, is designed to be interactive and relevant to current and future industry demands. The program incorporates industry recognized certifications as well as highly qualified instructors that believe in quality student learning experiences.

Certificates
Technical Certificates
Associate of Applied Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/automotive-technology/index.html

Aviation Maintenance Tech.

25.37

Ivy Tech's Aviation Maintenance Technology program is certified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to teach students the skills needed to perform maintenance, inspection and repair of civilian aircraft.

Aviation Maintenance – General Concentration Certificate
Aviation Maintenance – Airframe Concentration Technical Certificate
Aviation Maintenance – Powerplant Concentration Technical Certificate
Associate of Applied Science – Airframe Concentration
Associate of Applied Science – Powerplant Concentration

https://www.ivytech.edu/aviation-maintenance-tech/index.html

Aviation Management

21.99

The Aviation Management program is a great way to get started in the field of aviation!

Aviation Operations Certificate

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Aviation Technology - Flight

33.87

The Aviation Technology program is a great way to take your future to new heights! Through Ivy Tech’s Aviation Technology program you will receive hands-on, real-world training in Professional Flight Education – allowing you to pursue the career of your dreams.

Aviation Technoloy - Flight
(Technical Certificate)

https://www.ivytech.edu/flight/index.html

Biotechnology

20.98

Biotechnology is an area that has seen significant growth in global employment. In the state of Indiana, jobs in the Biotechnology sector have increased by 12% over the last five years. Nearly 58,000 Hoosiers work in the life sciences industry, making Indiana one of the top ten states for the number of life sciences employees.*

Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing Concentration Certificate
Regulatory Affairs Concentration Certificate
Associate of Applied Science
Associate of Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/biotechnology/index.html

Building Construction Mgmt.

37.13

The job outlook for building construction management is growing at a 16% rate, faster than the average growth rate.* All construction jobs, big or small, need to be managed and our Building Construction Management program will prepare our students for those duties.

Associate of Applied Science
Associate of Science
Associate of Science (online)

https://www.ivytech.edu/building-construction-management/index.html

Building Construction Tech.

19.04

By 2018, construction and manufacturing fields will have nearly eight million job openings, and 20 percent of the country’s construction workforce will retire in the next two to four years.

Certificates
Technical Certificates
Associate of Applied Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/construction-technology/index.html

Chemical Technology

19.25

Graduates get to solve chemical mysteries in almost every sector of business, and are prepared with strong trouble-shooting, communication, and analytical skills that make them highly desirable in many sectors, even those beyond the chemical laboratory.

Associate of Applied Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/chemical-technology/index.html

Design Technology

23.55

Items that we use every day have been created by people with design technology backgrounds. Before something is put into production it must be designed. There are a variety of industries in which students can work including, architectural firms, construction companies, machining companies, and more.

Technical Certificate
Associate of Applied Science
Associate of Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/design-technology/index.html

Diesel Technology

19.02

If you have an interest in a hands-on program that will help you diagnose and repair high-tech systems, this program is for you. Ivy Tech graduates are sought after by local employers for a variety of positions in the field.

Associate of Applied Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/diesel-tech/index.html

Electrical Engineering Tech.

29.04

Electrical engineering and electronics technology are fast-changing fields vital to almost every facet of modern life, and many employees and entrepreneurs are needed every year to meet demands. If you like math, science, and technology, EET may be the choice for you. With the EET-AS degree, you can get a high-paying job, and continue to work on a Bachelor’s degree at IUPUI or another university.

Associate of Science T-SAP

https://www.ivytech.edu/electrical-engineering-tech/index.html

Electronics & Computer Tech.

Electronics and Computer Technology

25.10

Electronics and computer technologies (ECT) are fast-changing fields vital to almost every facet of modern life. Many employees are needed every year to meet demands. If you like math, science, and technology, ECT may be the choice for you. With the ECT-AAS degree or Technical Certificate, you can get a high-paying job in installation, service, repair, development and/or maintenance of high-tech equipment and systems.

Automation Controls Certificate
Technical Certificate
Associate of Applied Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/electronics-computer-technology/index.html

Energy Technology

31.93

The Energy Technology program is the future! Job growth in the Energy industry is expected to increase dramatically, and we have a 100% placement rate!

Technical Certificates
Associate of Applied Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/energy-technology/index.html

Engineering Technology

22.82

This program is flexible! The Engineering Technology program is designed to be a transfer program, however as engineering firms work to find new ways to reduce cost and increase productivity, the demand for Engineering Technicians is increasing.

Associate of Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/engineering-technology/index.html

Heat, Vent. & A/C Tech. (HVAC)

Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Technology (HVAC)

20.72

HVAC is a part of our lives, so much so that 68% of all energy use is HVAC related. Highly trained HVAC technicians are in high demand in diverse fields including commercial, industrial, residential, hospitals and now even energy related fields such as geo thermal and solar thermal.

Certificate
Technical Certificate
Associate of Applied Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/hvac/index.html

Industrial Technology

20.37

If you like to work with your hands and interact with machines, then this is the program for you. With lecture time limited to 20% or less, students gain valuable knowledge to prepare themselves for a rewarding career.

Certificates
Technical Certificates
Associate of Applied Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/industrial-technology/index.html

Machine Tool Technology

19.06

Hundreds of jobs in the Machine Tool Technology field are unfilled because of the lack of skilled workers. Our program was developed by employers to give students the best chance of landing their dream job.

Certificates
Technical Certificates
Associate of Applied Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/machine-tool-technology/index.html

Manufacturing Prod. & Ops.

Manufacturing Production and Operations

14.84

Manufacturing is a great industry that offers great benefits and high-paying jobs, with workers earning about 20% more than in other industry sectors.

Technical Certificate
Associate of Applied Science - online

https://www.ivytech.edu/mpro/index.html

Mechanical Engineering Tech.

24.71

A society is only as strong as what it makes. If you like to make the future by working with your hands, but also want to apply your math and communication skills to a challenging and rewarding career field, Mechanical Engineering Technology may be the choice for you.

Associate of Science T-SAP

https://www.ivytech.edu/mechanical-engineering-tech/index.html

Precision Ag. Equipment Tech.

Precision Agriculture Equipment Technology

20.76

Precision Agriculture Equipment Technology is a continually expanding industry due to the technological advances in the equipment used in farming. Graduates of this program are in high demand due to this rapid growth.

Technical Certificates
Associate of Applied Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/precision-agriculture/index.html

Computer Science

37.83

The career field of computer science has consistently ranked toward the top in job satisfaction and salary over the last 20 years.

Associate of Science T-SAP
Associate of Science – online T-SAP

https://www.ivytech.edu/computer-science/index.html

Cyber Security / Info. Assurance

37.58

Ivy Tech is certified by the NSA as a Center of Academic Excellence in cybersecurity education for two year colleges. We are also one of the few two year colleges that offer this program.

Certificates
Technical Certificates
Associate of Applied Science
Associate of Applied Science – online
Associate of Science
Associate of Science - online

https://www.ivytech.edu/cyber-security/index.html

Database Mgmt. & Admin.

33.68

Many different types of database systems are used by virtually every kind of organization, resulting in a growing number of employment opportunities as a database manager.

Certificates
Technical Certificates
Associate of Applied Science
Associate of Applied Science – online
Associate of Science
Associate of Science - online

https://www.ivytech.edu/database-management-administration/index.html

Informatics

34.79

Informatics thinks big picture, building strong technical skills as well as understanding how we use technology to communicate and solve interdisciplinary problems facing society.

Certificates
Technical Certificates
Associate of Applied Science
Associate of Applied Science – online
Associate of Science T-SAP
Associate of Science – online T-SAP

https://www.ivytech.edu/informatics/index.html

Information Technology Support

21.15

This program is loaded with field certifications and lots of internship opportunities with active partners in order to help you better yourself for the future!

Certificates
Technical Certificates
Associate of Applied Science
Associate of Applied Science – online

https://www.ivytech.edu/information-technology-support/index.html

Network Infrastructure

37.79

students learn the skills necessary for immediate employment in a variety of positions throughout information technology.

Routing and Switching Certificate
Technical Certificate
Associate of Applied Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/network-infrastructure/index.html

Server Administration

32.02

The field of Server Administration is expanding quickly and so has the demand for people with this degree. For those that are tech savvy, this is a program that will help you reach your potential.

Linux Administration Certificate
Microsoft Administration Certificate
Technical Certificate
Associate of Applied Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/server-administration/index.html

Software Development

37.83

The demand for individuals that have a degree in Software Development continues to grow just as the available technology does. This is a program that will have many options upon graduation, including advancement in a current job.

Certificates
Technical Certificates
Associate of Applied Science
Associate of Applied Science – online
Associate of Science
Associate of Science - online

https://www.ivytech.edu/software-development/index.html

Visual Communications

19.08

Visual Communications offers an arena with a variety of creative and technical career opportunities. Students who are set to become professionals in visual communications have the skills that will give them control over their futures.

Technical Certificate
Associate of Applied Science in Visual Communications
Associate of Applied Science in Visual Communications Photography
Associate of Science Visual Communications

https://www.ivytech.edu/visual-communications/index.html

Accounting

16.86

Accounting jobs pay very well and are in-demand. When you graduate you will be able to go right into the workforce or transfer to a four-year institution.

Certificates
Technical Certificates
Associate of Applied Science
Associate of Applied Science – online
Associate of Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/accounting/index.html

Business Administration

26.29

The Business Administration program at Ivy Tech puts students directly in real-life scenarios and actual business situations and simulations to ensure students gain valuable job skills through a quality education.

Certificates
Technical Certificates
Associate of Applied Science
Associate of Applied Science – online
Associate of Science T-SAP
Associate of Science – online T-SAP

https://www.ivytech.edu/business-admin/index.html

Business Ops., Apps. and Tech.

Business Operations, Applications and Technology

15.20

As an Office Administrator you can be working in a career named one of the top Hoosier Hot 50 jobs, leading to a great future for you. We are one of the few colleges in the state to offer this comprehensive program, and as a graduate you will be in high demand with our certifications.

Certificates
Technical Certificates
Associate of Applied Science
Associate of Applied Science – online

https://www.ivytech.edu/boat/index.html

Entrepreneurship

Unlimited Salary

If you want to start a business, or run yours more effectively, the Entrepreneurship program will help you avoid costly mistakes. The sky is the limit with Entrepreneurship at Ivy Tech!

Certificate
Certificate - Online
Technical Certificate
Technicaly Certificate - Online

https://www.ivytech.edu/study-entrepreneurship/index.html

Supply Chain Management

37.18

Supply Chain and Logistics are two of the biggest industries in the state of Indiana. Indiana’s central location along with access to global markets is attracting an increasing number of companies to our state.

Supply Chain Management/Logistics Certificate
Supply Chain Management/Logistics Certificate – online
Associate of Science
Associate of Science - online

https://www.ivytech.edu/supplychain/index.html

Criminal Justice

16.84

The Criminal Justice program gives students the opportunity to work with professionals in the fields including SWAT teams and other tactical teams through our Emergency Response Training Labs.

Technical Certificates
Associate of Applied Science
Associate of Science T-SAP
Associate of Science – online T-SAP

https://www.ivytech.edu/criminal-justice/index.html

Environmental Design

21.01

Our Environmental Design students typically have jobs at the time of graduation, and are well connected to their professional and local community.

Technical Certificate
Associate of Applied Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/environmental-design/index.html

Homeland Sec. / Public Safety

23.08

Careers in emergency preparedness and response and environmental health and safety are in demand and are an important part to the well-being of our community.

Certificates
Technical Certificates
Associate of Applied Science
Associate of Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/homeland-security/index.html

Hospitality Administration

22.36

While our program remains 1/4 the cost of other Culinary Schools in the region, we offer the same hands on learning and are nationally accredited by the American Culinary Federation Accrediting Commission.

Certificates
Technical Certificates
Associate of Applied Science Baking and Pastry Arts
Associate of Applied Science Culinary Arts
Associate of Applied Science
Associate of Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/hospitality-admin/index.html

Human Services

14.14

Students learn how to listen, interview and provide feedback, and are prepared to further their education as future social workers and counselors!

Certificates
Technical Certificates
Associate of Applied Science
Associate of Applied Science – online
Associate of Applied Science Addiction Studies
Associate of Applied Science Indiana Youth Development Professional
Associate of Science Human Services Pathway
Associate of Science Human Services Pathway – online
Associate of Science Social Work T-SAP
Associate of Science Social Work - T-SAP online

https://www.ivytech.edu/human-services/index.html

Paralegal Studies

20.61

Students who are interested in the law in any capacity would benefit from the Paralegal Studies program. You will learn the substantive nature of the law, as well as how to transfer that knowledge into the skills needed to be successful in the legal profession.

Associate of Applied Science
Associate of Applied Science - online

https://www.ivytech.edu/paralegal-studies/index.html

Library Technical Assistant

127 Annual Job Openings

Are you the type who likes to help people and has a curiosity that thrives on helping them find the answers to questions or takes an interest in new media, technology or the internet? Then our Library Technical Assistant program might be for you.

Indiana Public Librarian Certificate – online
Associate of Science - online

https://www.ivytech.edu/library-technical-assistant/

Mortuary Science

21.29

Funeral service is a human services profession. As a professional in the field, you will aid families in coordinating meaningful services related to their loss.

Associate of Applied Science

https://www.ivytech.edu/mortuary-science/index.html

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