The Aquarius Institute
Higher EducationIllinois, United States11-50 Employees
The Aquarius Institute is a higher education provider based in Des Plaines, Illinois, with a history dating to 1996. It initially offered computer information systems training and related technology skills, later shifting focus in 2005 to allied medical health care training to address shifts in job demand and leveraging growth in healthcare technology. Today, the institute offers programs in medical diagnostic testing and allied health fields such as ultrasound/sonography, MRI technology, medical assisting, phlebotomy, EKG technology, and medical billing and coding, combining classroom instruction with hands-on practice. Its aim appears to be delivering practical, real-world job skills to students seeking opportunities in healthcare and related service sectors, targeting individuals seeking skill enhancement for employment in a changing job market. The organization operates within the higher education space in the United States and has established locations in Des Plaines, reflecting its long-standing local presence and evolution in response to labor market needs.