MCC to hold careers and technology open house Oct. 16

Interested in the fields of business or technology?

Get an inside look at potential careers and related McHenry County College programs at an open house from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16, at the MCC Conference Center, 8900 U.S. Route 14 in Crystal Lake.

Attendees can participate in career-related activities, meet faculty, local employers, and other students, and receive materials and resources to answer program and career questions. Representatives from MCC recruitment and admissions, financial aid, registration, advising, and career services will be on-site. The event also will feature giveaways and refreshments.

“These programs provide training for some of today’s most in-demand, fastest-growing careers,” said Amy Carzoli, assistant vice president of enrollment services at MCC. “Our classes are led by experienced professionals, and the curriculum is developed with input from local employers — meaning our students will graduate with the cutting-edge skills our community needs.”

The event is open to all, including prospective students, their parents, local employers, or those currently in the workforce interested in continuing their education. Registration is not required.

Business and Technology programs available at MCC include software application design and development; network security; computer science; administrative office technologies; accounting; business, marketing, and management; digital media; and graphic arts.

Information also will be available about Catalyst Campus programs, including the Talent Impact Center (which provides workforce training) and the Career Spark Center (which provides quick, short-term training in areas such as project management, cybersecurity, and more).

For more information, visit www.mchenry.edu/programs.