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Career Center of Southern Illinois
Red Bud, Illinois · Public technical college · Training programs available:
Address: 6137 Beck Rd, Red Bud, IL 62278 · Phone: (618) 473-2222 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Career Center of Southern Illinois is a public trade school in Red Bud, Illinois offering LPN/LVN and CNA programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Career Center of Southern Illinois has a 57.1% completion rate, near the state average of 58.4%, with median graduate debt of $15,170 and median earnings of $48,452 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Career Center of Southern Illinois is reported at $33,855, and the school accepts federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants, with 74.1% of students receiving Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $58,880 | $75,000 | $79,560 |
| Nursing assistants | $37,590 | $45,960 | $48,380 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Illinois (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 48 | $40,666 | $39,729 | $15,170 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 7 | $40,666 | $39,729 | $15,170 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Career Center of Southern Illinois is a public trade and career training campus in Red Bud, Illinois, located in a distant rural setting. The school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for enrollment. Its programs are concentrated in two families: LPN / LVN programs, which account for the largest share of completions (48), and CNA classes (7).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 57.1%, which is near the state average of 58.4% for similar programs. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $15,170, and median earnings ten years after entry were $48,452. The annual cost of attendance is reported at $33,855, and 74.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a student body with substantial financial need. No placement rate figures are reported for this campus in federal data.
With a small undergraduate enrollment of 36 and 55 total trade completers, this campus appears sized for short, focused healthcare training programs rather than broad associate-degree offerings. The concentration in LPN and CNA training suggests it may suit students seeking direct entry into healthcare support roles, though program length and schedule details are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Council on Occupational Education and review the College Scorecard for the latest federal outcome figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Career Center of Southern Illinois offers LPN / LVN programs (48 completions) and CNA classes (7 completions), based on federal program family data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 57.1%, which is near the state average of 58.4% for comparable programs.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is reported at $15,170 per the College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $48,452.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $33,855.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public institution, which typically means Title IV participation and public oversight of tuition, as reflected in its federal aid eligibility here.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation with the Council on Occupational Education and review official outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?417442.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and schedule details are not reported for this campus in federal data, so career-changer fit cannot be confirmed; contact the school directly at (618) 473-2222 or via https://www.gotoccsi.org/.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm what credential, such as LPN licensure, follows program completion.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Career Center of Southern Illinois by phone at (618) 473-2222 or through its website, https://www.gotoccsi.org/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare institutions directly.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.