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South Suburban College
South Holland, Illinois · Public community college
Address: 15800 South State Street, South Holland, IL 60473 · Phone: (708) 596-2000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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South Suburban College is a public trade and career school in South Holland, Illinois offering CNA classes, EMT and paramedic training, and radiology programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
South Suburban College has a 28.2% completion rate, below the state average of 58.4%, and median graduate earnings of $33,680 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported for South Suburban College in federal data, but the school participates in federal financial aid, and about 24.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing assistants | $37,590 | $45,960 | $48,380 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $36,420 | $42,260 | $49,640 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $59,350 | $79,930 | $97,950 |
| Medical assistants | $36,400 | $46,090 | $49,460 |
| Barbers | $31,460 | $65,430 | $71,930 |
| Phlebotomists | $37,370 | $46,010 | $49,720 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $36,550 | $46,650 | $49,150 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 51 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 48 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 19 | $43,207 | $42,682 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 9 | $46,237 | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
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
South Suburban College is a public community college located in South Holland, Illinois, in a large suburb setting. The school participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help cover costs. It holds accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission, with additional program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Occupational Therapy Association's accreditation council. Its most-awarded trade programs are CNA classes, EMT and paramedic training, and radiology and sonography programs, among ten total program families offered including medical assisting, barbering, phlebotomy, and pharmacy technician training.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 28.2%, which is below the state average of 58.4% for comparable programs. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $33,680. About 24.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of low-income enrollment. Median debt of graduates and annual cost of attendance are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Given its mix of short certificate programs (CNA, phlebotomy, pharmacy tech) and longer allied health tracks (EMT, radiology), this campus may suit both those seeking a quick entry-level credential and adult career-changers pursuing a more involved healthcare pathway, though specific program lengths are not stated here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Higher Learning Commission and review official outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
South Suburban College offers CNA classes, EMT and paramedic training, and radiology and sonography programs as its top trade programs, among ten total program families that include medical assisting, barbering, phlebotomy, and pharmacy tech training.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, South Suburban College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with additional programmatic accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Occupational Therapy Association's accreditation council.
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, Pell Grants, and federal loans.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 28.2%, which is below the Illinois state average of 58.4% for comparable programs.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (708) 596-2000 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $33,680, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly or visit ssc.edu for current tuition information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
South Suburban College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition for in-state residents compared to for-profit trade schools, though specific costs are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school at (708) 596-2000 or visit ssc.edu to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the school's listing page.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The mix of short certificate programs like CNA and phlebotomy alongside longer allied health tracks like EMT and radiology may suit career changers, though specific scheduling and program length details are not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not specified in the data provided; contact the school directly to learn what certification or licensing exams apply to specific programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach South Suburban College by phone at (708) 596-2000 or visit their website at https://www.ssc.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across institutions.
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.