Pipeline for the Advancement of the Healthcare Workforce (PATH)
Get started on or advance your career in health care — with free training!
Welcome to PATH
Pipeline for the Advancement of the Healthcare Workforce The PATH program, funded through an Illinois Community College Board grant, aims to serve, create, support and expand the opportunities for individuals in nursing and select health care pathways to obtain certificates and degrees, allowing them to enter and/or advance their careers in the health care industry.
What we provide
The PATH grant provides free short-term and long-term education/training programs designed to help participants gain employment in high-wage and in-demand occupations within the health care field. Students receive supports, including compensation to help cover basic costs while receiving the training.
Programs
- Medical Laboratory Technology
- Medical Laboratory Assistant
- Phlebotomy
- Nursing — Registered
- LPN to Registered Nursing Advanced Placement
- CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant)
- Healthcare Assistant
- Paramedic Associate degree
- Paramedic (EMT-P)
- Emergency Medical Technician - Basic (EMT-B)
- Physical Therapist Assistant
- Radiography
- Respiratory Therapist
Eligibility
In order to participate in the PATH program, you must:
- Reside within the KCC district
- Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident who meets certain eligibility requirements
- Meet the requirements of selected training program
And meet one of the following, being:
- Low income — i.e., qualify for federal financial aid such as receiving SNAP benefits, Medicaid or TANF
- First-generation student — Your parent(s) did not complete a four-year college or university degree
- Incumbent worker — Already employed, but you need training to upgrade your skills to secure full-time employment, advance in your career or retain your current position.
- Minority student or other underrepresented population.