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Explore Airport and Aviation Careers—Start with a Free Course 

Offered at Olive-Harvey College | Chicago

In partnership with the Chicago Department of Aviation

Evening, hybrid learning with airport professionals

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2026 Fall Session

Basic Aviation & Airport 101—Fall 2026
Date: July 28 – September 17, 2026
Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays | 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Course Name: Chicago Department Aviation Career Prep
Course Number: CE TDL 4212-ACPP

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Aviation Career Pathways Program (ACPP) introduces you to Chicago's airports and the aviation industry through courses that combine online learning with hands-on airport experience and engagement with industry professionals. Delivered by the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) and Olive-Harvey College, the program provides insight into the careers that support O’Hare and Midway International Airports.

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WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

Basic Aviation & Airport 101—Fall 2026

  • Airport business and administration
  • Airfield and terminal operations
  • Finance, budgeting, and grants
  • Procurement, contracts, and vendor management
  • Commercial operations and concessions
  • Workforce development and customer experience
  • Planning, policy, and intergovernmental affairs
  • Legal and regulatory fundamentals
  • On-site airport experience and engagement with CDA professionals

 

CLASS DETAILS

  • Course Name: Chicago Department Aviation Career Prep
  • Course Number:CE TDL 4212-ACPP
  • Dates:July 28 – September 17, 2026
  • Schedule: Tuesday & Thursday, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
  • Format: Hybrid, with online instruction in Weeks 1–7 and an in-person airport experience in Week 8.
  • Cost: Free
  • Space is limited
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ABOUT THE CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF AVIATION

The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) owns and operates O'Hare and Midway International Airports—one of the busiest airport systems in the world. Through the Aviation Career Pathways Program, participants gain firsthand insight into the diverse careers and operations that keep Chicago's airports running every day.