Career Center of Southern Illinois
Career Center of Southern Illinois is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Red Bud, IL. It offers 2 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Council on Occupational Education (9/16/2013 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Career Center of Southern Illinois is Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training and the 2025 tuition and fees is $18,120. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training programs ($18,035). The length of the program is 48 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 12 months.
The following table shows the 2 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Career Center of Southern Illinois.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | $18,120 | $2,231 | 48 Hours | 12 Months | $18,035 |
| 2 | Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide | $700 | $100 | 144 Hours | 3 Months | $4,480 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 36 students attended Career Center of Southern Illinois in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 3 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 16 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 6 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 12 (full-time) and 18 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Career Center of Southern Illinois is 57% and the retention rate is 100% at the school.
| Student Population | 36 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 57% |
| Number of Faculty | 19 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 6 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Career Center of Southern Illinois is $18,120
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
87% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $9,273 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $18,120 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $2,231 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $14,736 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $21,300 |
| Average Financial Amount | $9,273 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Career Center of Southern Illinois offers 2 career programs for Less than 12-Weeks Certificate, 2 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 56 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 12-Weeks Certificate | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 1 | 0 | 54 |
| Total | 2 | 0 | 56 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Career Center of Southern Illinois are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 56 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 2 students have earned/completed Less than 12-Weeks Certificate program.
- 54 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 2 completers |
| Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide | ✕ | 2 |
| Total | 2 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 54 completers |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | ✕ | 54 |
| Total | 54 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 36 students have enrolled into Career Center of Southern Illinois. By gender, 2 male and 34 female students are attending the school.
There are 13 White (36.11%), 22 Black/African American (61.11%), 1 Hispanic (2.78%), and 1 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 36 | 2 | 34 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Black/African American | 22 | 2 | 20 |
| Hispanic | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| Two More | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Un-Known | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 6137 Beck Rd, Red Bud, IL
- 618-473-2222
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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