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Alex Dawson took the following quote from John Wooden to heart: “Don't let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do.”1 Even though it is impossible to control everything in one's life, Alex knew he had control over his professional future. Through patience and devotion to his craft, Alex successfully earned his diploma in CNC and robotic manufacturing technology.
What You Learn in a CNC and Robotic Manufacturing Technology Diploma Program
For each graduate of a program, we highlight three different courses. During the program, Alex took courses such as: Blueprint Reading, Metrology Techniques and GD&T, Fixture Design and Tooling, and more.
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Preparing for a new career may seem daunting, but putting in the effort could go a long way. Ready for a new career as a medical assistant, Veronica Steward enrolled at Rockford Career College and applied herself. Her tenacity and hard work helped her graduate on our Dean's List. We are extremely proud of Veronica for completing the program and beginning a new life as a medical assistant.
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“Never give up, even though giving up seems easier,” says Rockford Career College graduate Christina Oliver. Even when her courses seemed challenging, Christina always kept her professional goal in mind. Her diligent studying paved the way for her to become a welder. We are so proud of Christina for graduating from the program and starting the career of her dreams.
What You Learn in a Welding Program
For each graduate of a program, we highlight three different courses. During the program, Christina took courses such as: SMAW 2-G, 5-G Pipe Welds; Core Curriculum: Craft Skills; and Student Success Strategies.
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Who inspires you?
Whether or not you have an inspirational friend, family member, or mentor, don't be afraid to pursue a better career.
We are so proud of all of our graduates that each week, we share one of their stories with you. This week's graduate, Kennisha Collins, says that she found inspiration from several people as she progressed through our program. Ms. Collins lived by a quote from author Napoleon Hill: “Strength and growth come only through continuous effort and struggle.”1
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Did you take a look at the picture? Did you see just a few of our graduates living their best lives? Did you see how we have room for you?
Rockford Career College has over 750 graduates since 2020. You have probably heard that right now, there are more jobs than there are workers - and you might think that means it is an excellent time to find a job and not go to college - but you would be mistaken! Many of the unfilled jobs are entry-level jobs that require a diploma or associates. As Nelson Mandela said, “Education is the most powerful weapon we can use to change the world.” Now is the time to put that “weapon” to use for you!
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Rockford Career College (RCC) is excited to share the exciting news of the debut of our new Practical Nursing Program! Our Practical Nursing program here at RCC is a hybrid program consisting of both online and on-campus courses. It is a caring, concept-based program that allows students to put together the pieces of the puzzle that is the coursework of Practical Nursing - including Anatomy & Physiology, Nutrition, and Pharmacology - along with the topics learned in the nursing classes.The program is a total of 14 months that are broken down into six 10-week terms.
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