5 Common HVAC Issues in Chicago
As with other home appliances, HVAC systems are not immune to problems over their lives. Some problems you may experience are more common than others. There are some that are minor, which you may be able to troubleshoot yourself, while others may require major repairs or even replacement after having
HVAC-R Program Alumni Spotlight: Rafael Cardenas Jr.
HVAC-R graduate Rafael Cardenas Jr. speaks on his experience at Coyne College and provides advice to prospective students. If you like working with your hands, have a mechanical aptitude and are looking for a career with a tremendous future, becoming a heating, air conditioning and refrigeration technician could be a
6 Things You Didn’t Know About Medical Assistants
You may not know it, but you’ve likely had many interactions with medical assistants over the course of your life. Medical assistants work alongside doctors and nurses in a variety of healthcare settings. From doctors’ offices to immediate care clinics and hospitals, medical assistants play important roles in making sure
The Future of Skilled Trades Programs
In the coming years, the United States is expected to experience a shortage of skilled workers. Many of the current workers in fields such as electrical work, plumbing and heavy equipment operation are baby boomers who are approaching retirement age. What’s left in their wake will likely be a skill
Skilled Trades Careers Can Ease Transition to Civilian Life
In honor of this past Memorial Day, we’d like to take a moment to share with you our commitment to men and women in uniform. At Coyne College, we know the transition to civilian life after years of military service can be a challenging one. Fortunately, a career in skilled
Coyne College’s Medical Assistant Program: Classroom Training with Hands-on Skills
Medical assistants are the unsung heroes of the healthcare industry. Without them, doctors and nurses could not provide the quality of care to the number of people they see on a daily basis. Medical assistants handle important tasks like updating patients’ medical charts, taking vitals and even answering phones and
15 Terms to Know Before Enrolling in an Electrician Program
Becoming an electrician is an excellent career choice. There is a demand for skilled professionals in the trade, and you can earn good wages doing electrical work. Before you enroll in an electrical training program that teaches you what you need to know to be successful in the industry, it
Alumni Spotlight: Apryl Raggs – Electrical Construction and Maintenance
“I chose Coyne College because it was close and I heard only good things about it”, stated graduate Apryl Raggs. Interested in a career in Electrical Construction and Maintenance? Hear from Electrical Program grad April Raggs on her experience at Coyne College and her advice to students. With a 120
An Electrician’s Role in Addressing Climate Change
The energy that powers our homes and businesses is a contributor to climate change. Fortunately, some of the things electricians commonly do can help combat the effects of our energy usage on the future of the planet. As an electrician, you, too, can help people save money and the planet
Coyne College’s Pharmacy Technician Program FAQs
Pharmacy technicians are essential in the machine that is the pharmaceutical service industry. They help keep pharmacies up and running by performing tasks that free up pharmacists to attend to patient care-related tasks, such as administering flu shots. Pharmacy technicians do things like answer phones, maintain patient information, keep inventory,
