Who We Are

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NWSC was established to give you focused career training that doesn’t leave you with a ton of debt

About Northwest Suburban College

Northwest Suburban College is a 4-years, accredited, not-for-profit undergraduate institution located in the northwest suburbs of the Chicagoland area. The College is committed to providing career-focused education that prepares students for employment in healthcare and related fields. NWSC offers a range of degree and certificate programs designed to develop practical skills, support student success, and meet workforce needs.

Degree Programs

  • Bachelor of Science in Biology (BSB) – 120 credit hours
  • Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences (BHS) – 120 credit hours
  • Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting (AAS-MA) – 64 credit hours

Certificate Programs

  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) – 1,500 clock hours
  • Medical Assisting (MA) – 720 clock hours
  • Pharmacy Technician (PT) – 600 clock hours
  • Dental Assisting – 720 clock hours
  • Healthcare Management (HCM) – 126 clock hours

Training Courses (Non-Degree; Available to Enrolled Students Only)

  • HIPAA Compliance Training
  • OSHA Safety Training
  • CPR Certification