Prosthetics Technology, Certificate of Completion

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JJC Program Code: TE122

ICCB Program Code: TECH 0122

CIP Code: 51.2307

SOC Code: 29-2091

The Prosthetics Technology Program at Joliet Junior College provides students with the foundational knowledge and hands-on skills needed for a career in the field of prosthetics. This program focuses on the fabrication, design, and modification of prosthetic devices to help individuals regain mobility and improve their quality of life. Students will learn to work with a variety of materials, tools, and techniques used in the industry while gaining practical experience in a lab setting.

Graduates of the program will be prepared for entry-level positions in prosthetic fabrication labs, rehabilitation centers, and clinical settings. The curriculum aligns with industry standards and provides a strong foundation for those looking to advance their education in the field of orthotics and prosthetics.

General Education Requirements: 3 Semester Hours

BIO 100 - Medical Terminology

Major Core Requirements: 24 Semester Hours

Total Required Hours: 27 Semester Hours

Includes Online Courses

This program includes the option for distance education courses (online and/or hybrid).

Completion Guide

First Semester

Second Semester

OPT 195 - Orthotics/Prosthetics Clinical Experience I

Third Semester

Graduation Requirements

Graduation Requirements

To be awarded an Associate degree at Joliet Junior College, each student must meet the following requirements:

1. Satisfy all admissions requirements.

2. Complete the courses required to earn the given degree. If the student is a transfer student with coursework taken elsewhere, he/she must complete a minimum of 60

credit hours of which 15 credit hours applicable to the degree are earned at JJC. Proficiency test, CLEP, and Advanced Placement does not meet this requirement.

3. Earn a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0.

4. Discharge all financial obligations to the College and have no restrictions.

5. File an application for graduation. An application should be filed at the time of registration for the student’s anticipated last semester.

6. Have all official transcripts from other college/universities on file in the Graduation Office by the graduation filing date for evaluation of credit. A delay in the process

may result in a later graduation date.

To be awarded a Certificate of Achievement, Certificate of Completion, or Occupational Certificate at JJC, each student must meet the following requirements:

1. Satisfy all admission requirements.

2. Complete the courses required to earn the chosen certificate. Complete a minimum of 1-8 credit hours (Occupational Certificate), 4-29 credit hours (Certificate of Completion) or 30-50 credit hours (Certificate of Achievement). If the student is a transfer student with coursework taken elsewhere, he/she must complete a minimum of 25% of the total required credit hours applicable to the certificate at JJC. Proficiency test, CLEP, and Advanced Placement do not meet this requirement.

3. Earn a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0 in the area of concentration.

4. Discharge all financial obligations to the college and have no restrictions.

5. File an application for graduation. An application should be filed at the time of registration for the student’s anticipated last semester.

6. Have all official transcripts from other college/universities on file in the Graduation Office by the graduation filing date for evaluation of credit. A delay in the process

may result in a later graduation date.

Contact Information

Department Chairperson	Program Coordinators	Program Advisors
Name: Alisha Brennon	Name: Alisha Brennon	Name: Alisha Brennon
E-mail: alisha.brennon@jjc.edu	E-mail: alisha.brennon@jjc.edu	E-mail: alisha.brennon@jjc.edu
Phone: 815-280-2627	Phone: 815-280-2627	Phone: 815-280-2627