Professional Development
Improve your skills and increase your productivity. Learn a new skill that can give you a competitive edge in today’s job market. The Professional and Continuing Education (PaCE) Department is committed to providing quality continuing education to the community. Classes are designed to assist in earning certifications and developing skills for the workplace.
Programs
- Business Skills
- Floral Design
- Food Protection Manager Certification
- Health Care Careers
- Human Resource Professionals Exam Prep
- Professional Development for Teachers
- Technology
- Online Cannabis Certificates
Online Career Training
Black Hawk College, in partnership with ed2go, offers online open-enrollment programs designed to provide the skills necessary to acquire professional-level positions for many in-demand occupations.
Our programs are designed by a team of professionals from each respective field, providing you with effective web-based learning programs. Instructors/mentors are actively involved in your online learning experience, responding to any questions or concerns, as well as encouraging and motivating you to succeed.
Featured Courses
Sterile Processing Technician
Begin a critical healthcare career as a certified sterile processing technician (SPT). Sterile Processing Technicians, also known as Central Service Technicians, prevent infection by sterilizing, cleaning, processing, assembling, storing and distributing medical supplies. This 100% online sterile processing technician course will train you to work as an SPT and will also prepare you for the Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification offered by the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA)—all in twelve months or less.
CompTIA Certification Training: A+, Network+, Security+
Our A+ certification training offers a thorough overview of the basic concepts around multiple operating systems, enabling you to efficiently maintain, troubleshoot and adapt to different technology platforms. Our Network+ certification training teaches the fundamental building blocks that form a modern network, such as hardware, topologies and protocols, along with an introduction to the OSI model— this course prepares you for success in the IT industry.
Human Resources Professional
Human capital is the single most important asset in any business, and human resources professionals are charged with protecting these assets. This 100% online training course will prepare you for the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification exam offered by the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI). You will be fully equipped to advance your career as a certified PHR in only six months.
The Complete Project Manager with CAPM and PMP Prep
This CAPM® and PMP® certification prep course bundle is designed for seasoned project managers. It provides a strong grasp of project management from start to finish. You will cover a good foundation of project management concepts and terminology before deepening your understanding and practical application of project management tools, methods, and processes.
Certified Paralegal
This comprehensive certified paralegal course will equip you with the essential skills and knowledge required to excel as a paralegal—in just 12 months! Whether you want to work in a traditional law office, corporate, government, or public arena.
You will learn how to conduct legal research, legal interviews, and legal analyses, among other important tasks. Additionally, you will receive soft skills training to enhance your workplace effectiveness, which is essential for a successful career in the legal profession.
Continuing Education Credits
The PaCE Department at Black Hawk College is an approved provider of continuing education credits in the State of Illinois for the following occupations:
- Dietitian/Nutrition Counselors
- Nursing Home Administrators
- Physical Therapists / Physical Therapist Assistants
- Social Workers
Contact
Professional and Continuing Education (PaCE)
301 Avenue of the Cities
East Moline, IL 61244
309-796-8223
wcpinfo@bhc.edu