Lake Superior College

Accountant

The AAS Accountant degree prepares students for successful entry into the job market upon graduation or for continuation onto their Bachelor’s degree. A solid understanding of ethics and the ability to apply critical thinking skills to problem resolution is interwoven throughout the curriculum.

Administrative Office

The Administrative Office Diploma successfully prepares students to serve as the primary support in the professional office setting. Applicable coursework will build on the foundations established through the certificate by further developing students’ skills in advanced Microsoft software applications, increase speed and accuracy in keying and advanced formatting procedures while using correct business communication skills.

Administrative Office

The Administrative Office Diploma successfully prepares students to serve as the primary support in the professional office setting. Applicable coursework will build on the foundations established through the certificate by further developing students’ skills in advanced Microsoft software applications, increase speed and accuracy in keying and advanced formatting procedures while using correct business communication skills.

Administrative Office Specialist

This program prepares students to be a highly successful team member in a variety of office settings. Administrative Office Specialists develop correspondence, record meeting minutes, perform research, collect data, generate reports, and maintain budgets. They participate in event planning, manage travel itineraries, and coordinate business travel.

Art Transfer Pathway

The Art Transfer Pathway AFA offers students a powerful option: the opportunity to complete an Associate of Fine Arts degree with course credits that directly transfer to designated art bachelor’s degree programs at Minnesota State universities. The curriculum has been specifically designed so that students completing this pathway degree and transferring to one of the seven Minnesota State universities enter the university with junior-year status.

Associate of Arts Degree

Auto Body Technology

This program prepares individuals for employment in the automotive collision repair industry. Instruction includes collision-related damage assessment and repair, substrate preparation, and refinishing.

Auto Maintenance and Light Repair

In the Auto Maintenance and Light Repair program, students will have the opportunity to learn skills to prepare for entry-level positions as automotive and light truck maintenance technicians. These skills will also be helpful in preparing for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification. Program courses cover fundamental parts identification, operation, and maintenance of vehicle components and systems specified by the ASE Education Foundation.

Automated Machining

This 16-credit certificate provides advanced training for people already working as machinists. It gives them a chance to improve their skills with the latest fully-automated machine tools available today. The CNC machines will be set up and programmed keeping lights out machining in mind. CAM will also be used to create programs for these machines.

Auto Service Technology

In the Auto Service Technology program, students learn the skills for entry-level positions as automotive maintenance, repair and light duty truck technicians. The program also prepares students for professional certification through Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).

Aviation Maintenance Technology

The Airframe and Powerplant maintenance technician diploma program trains students in the repair and scheduled maintenance of aircraft. This fully approved Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) program prepares graduates to repair and maintain commercial and general technically advanced aircraft found in today’s market.

Aviation Maintenance Technology

The Airframe and Powerplant maintenance technician diploma program trains students in the repair and scheduled maintenance of aircraft. This fully approved Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) program prepares graduates to repair and maintain commercial and general technically advanced aircraft found in today’s market.

Aviation Management

The Aviation Management AAS degree provides a comprehensive background in aviation studies, management, and business, and prepares students for careers in airline operation, air transportation, airport management, airport consulting, aircraft manufacturing, sales, and aviation insurance.

Basic Electronics

This certificate is designed to give basic knowledge of electronics and computers.

Biology Transfer Pathway

The Biology Transfer Pathway AS offers students a powerful option: the opportunity to complete an Associate of Science degree whose course credits will directly transfer to designated Biology bachelor’s degree programs at Minnesota State universities. The entire curriculum has been carefully designed to guarantee junior-year status to students who have been admitted to one of the seven Minnesota State universities.

Bookkeeper

The Bookkeeper Diploma is a one-year program designed to prepare students for a career in bookkeeping and accounting fields. This 31-credit diploma emphasizes the double entry accounting system, federal income taxation, payroll taxation, computerized accounting systems, and other computerized business applications.

Business and Technology

This is a transfer degree intended to prepare students to continue their studies at a baccalaureate institution. The degree combines 30 credits of business and computer technology courses with 30 credits of General Education. Pre-program Requirements Successful entry into this program requires a specific level of skill in the areas of English, mathematics, and reading.

Business Transfer Pathway

The Business Transfer Pathway AS offers students a powerful option: the opportunity to complete an Associate of Science degree with course credits that directly transfer to designated business bachelor’s degree programs at Minnesota State universities. The curriculum has been specifically designed so that students completing this pathway degree and transferring to one of the seven Minnesota State universities enter the university with junior-year status.

Carpentry

The Carpentry program prepares students to build and repair structures in compliance with existing codes. Students learn skills needed for residential and commercial construction including blueprint reading, material estimating, cabinet building, and framing. Students will work with a variety of hand tools, power tools, and construction equipment, and have learning experiences both on and off- campus.

Carpentry

The Carpentry program prepares students to build and repair structures in compliance with existing codes. Students learn skills needed for residential and commercial construction including blueprint reading, material estimating, cabinet building, and framing. Students will work with a variety of hand tools, power tools, and construction equipment, and have learning experiences both on and off- campus.

Carpentry

The Carpentry program prepares students to build and repair structures in compliance with existing codes. Students learn skills needed for residential and commercial construction including blueprint reading, material estimating, cabinet building, and framing. Students will work with a variety of hand tools, power tools, and construction equipment, and have learning experiences both on and off- campus.

Chemistry Transfer Pathway

The Chemistry Transfer Pathway AS offers students a powerful option: the opportunity to complete an Associate of Science degree with course credits that directly transfer to designated Chemistry bachelor’s degree programs at Minnesota State universities. The curriculum has been specifically designed so that students completing this pathway degree and transferring to one of the seven Minnesota State universities enter the university with junior-year status.

Civil Engineering Technology

In the Civil Engineering Technology program, students learn skills they can use in a career assisting Civil Engineers and Land Surveyors. The student will find a wide range of opportunities in all phases of construction, design, and surveying. The course of instruction includes route surveying, property descriptions, quantity calculations, material testings and CAD (Computer Aided Design) to design roads, building sites, and property subdivisions.

Civil Engineering Technology

In the Civil Engineering Technology program, students learn skills they can use in a career assisting Civil Engineers and Land Surveyors. The student will find a wide range of opportunities in all phases of construction, design, and surveying. The course of instruction includes route surveying, property descriptions, quantity calculations, material testings and CAD (Computer Aided Design) to design roads, building sites, and property subdivisions.

Commercial and Residential Wiring

The Commercial and Residential Wiring diploma program teaches students to install, operate, and repair electrical systems. Students also learn to install wiring in buildings and to make power connections from an outside source. Training in the program includes simulated residential, commercial, and industrial settings. Also covered will be DC and AC motor controls, electrical distribution panels, and testing equipment.

Commercial and Residential Wiring

The Commercial and Residential Wiring diploma program teaches students to install, operate, and repair electrical systems. Students also learn to install wiring in buildings and to make power connections from an outside source. Training in the program includes simulated residential, commercial, and industrial settings. Also covered will be DC and AC motor controls, electrical distribution panels, and testing equipment.

Communication Transfer Pathway

The Communication Transfer Pathway AA offers students a powerful option: the opportunity to complete an Associate of Arts degree with course credits that directly transfer to designated Communication bachelor’s degree programs at most Minnesota State universities. The curriculum has been specifically designed so that students completing this pathway degree and transferring to one of the seven Minnesota State universities enter the university with junior-year status.

Computer and Web Programming

Students are prepared to provide technical skills necessary to develop and maintain effective web sites. Students will be taught the elementary skills to create web-based or Windows application/software. The Computer and Web Programming Certificate transfers seamlessly into LSC's Computer and Web Programming Diploma (57 credits), and Computer and Web Programming AAS Degree (72 credits).

Computer and Web Programming

Students are prepared to provide technical skills necessary to develop and maintain effective web sites. Students will be taught the elementary skills to create web-based or Windows application/software. The Computer and Web Programming Certificate transfers seamlessly into LSC's Computer and Web Programming Diploma (57 credits), and Computer and Web Programming AAS Degree (72 credits).

Computer and Web Programming

Students are prepared to provide technical skills necessary to develop and maintain effective web sites. Students will be taught the elementary skills to create web-based or Windows application/software. The Computer and Web Programming Certificate transfers seamlessly into LSC's Computer and Web Programming Diploma (57 credits), and Computer and Web Programming AAS Degree (72 credits).

Computer Technology

This is a transfer degree intended to prepare students to continue their studies at a baccalaureate institution. The degree combines a 30-credit program degree (Computer and Web Programming Certificate, or Network Administration and Security, or Cyber Defense), with 30 credits of General Education. Pre-program Requirements Successful entry into this program requires a specific level of skill in the areas of English, mathematics, and reading.

Criminal Justice Transfer Pathway

The Criminal Justice Transfer Pathway AS offers students a powerful option: the opportunity to complete an Associate of Science degree with course credits that directly transfer to designated Criminal Justice bachelor’s degree programs at Minnesota State universities. The curriculum has been specifically designed so that students completing this pathway degree and transferring to one of the seven Minnesota State universities enter the university with junior-year status.

Cyber Defense

The Cyber Defense certificate is designed to prepare participants with foundation-level skills for a job in computer networking and security. The curriculum in this program will help prepare students for the following certifications: CompTIA Net+, CompTIA Security+, Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT) and EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH).

Cyber Security

The Cyber Security certificate is designed to prepare participants with prior computer experience or a previous networking degree with fundamental requisite security concepts and best practices required to implement, administer, and harden operating systems. The curriculum in this program will help prepare students for the EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) certification.

Dental Hygiene

The dental hygiene program provides academic and clinical educational opportunities for capable individuals to acquire the knowledge, skills, and attitude for the professional practice of dental hygiene. The curriculum focuses on basic sciences, as well as essential technical and clinical skills in preparation for providing preventive dental hygiene services to the public.

Economics Transfer Pathway

The Economics Transfer Pathway AA offers students a powerful option: the opportunity to complete an Associate of Arts degree with course credits that directly transfer to designated Economics bachelor’s degree programs at Minnesota State universities. The curriculum has been specifically designed so that students completing this pathway degree and transferring to one of the seven Minnesota State universities enter the university with junior-year status.

Electronic Technology

This certificate is designed to give basic knowledge of electronics and computers.

Emergency Medical Technician

This certificate is designed to provide students the requirements to be eligible to test for the National Registry EMT Certificate. Emergency Medical Technicians provide out of hospital emergency medical This 24-credit Certificate seamlessly transfers to the Fire Technology AAS (60 credits).

Engineering CAD Technician

The Engineering CAD Technician program prepares students to translate the ideas, sketches, and specifications of engineers and designers into workable plans which are used in product fabrication. Students learn to use engineering technology in determining exact specifications for new product design or modification, or redesign of present products. The course begins with instruction in basic drafting skills and advances to more complex technological areas.

Engineering CAD Technology

The Integrated Manufacturing - Engineering CAD Technology program provides students with an engineering technology which incorporates computer graphics and technical illustrations. The program prepares students for advanced computer applications emerging in the fields of engineering, graphics, and design. Students will learn to use engineering technology in determining exact specifications for new product design, modification, or redesign of present products.

Engineering CAD Technology

The Integrated Manufacturing - Engineering CAD Technology program provides students with an engineering technology which incorporates computer graphics and technical illustrations. The program prepares students for advanced computer applications emerging in the fields of engineering, graphics, and design. Students will learn to use engineering technology in determining exact specifications for new product design, modification, or redesign of present products.

Engineering Technology

This AS program prepares students for transfer to earn a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology. Students learn through hands-on training, to become specialists dedicated to the development, design, and implementation of engineering and technology related to positions in construction, manufacturing, product design, testing, or technical services including sales.

English Transfer Pathway

The English Transfer Pathway AA offers students a powerful option: the opportunity to complete an Associate of Arts degree with course credits that directly transfer to designated English bachelor’s degree programs at Minnesota State universities. The curriculum has been specifically designed so that students completing this pathway degree and transferring to one of the seven Minnesota State universities enter the university with junior-year status.

Exercise Science Transfer Pathway

This transfer pathway specifically ensures that a student who successfully completes an Exercise Science Transfer Pathway Associate of Science (AS) can transfer the entire completed degree into a designated parallel baccalaureate degree program in Exercise Science at one of the seven Minnesota State universities. The entire curriculum has been carefully designed to guarantee junior-year status to students who have been admitted to one of the seven Minnesota State universities.

Fire Fighter

This certificate is designed to supply all of the knowledge and skills to become a licensed firefighter in Minnesota. This certificate is contained in the Fire Technology AAS and is designed for the non-traditional student, those holding a college degree, or for becoming a volunteer firefighter. This certificate program offers the fundamental knowledge and skills required to be a firefighter. This 24-credit Certificate seamlessly transfers to the Fire Technology AAS (60 credits).

Fire Medic

This certificate is designed to supply all the knowledge and skills for a Nationally Registered Paramedic to become a licensed firefighter in Minnesota. This certificate program offers the fundamental knowledge and skills required to be a firefighter. This 20-credit Certificate seamlessly transfers to the Fire Fighter Certificate (24 credits) and to the Fire Technology AAS (60 credits). Qualifies the student for IFSAC Certification and Minnesota Licensure.

Fire Science and Administration

The Associate of Fire Science and Administration degree is designed to build a broad base of knowledge for the Fire Service. This program is intended for the Fire Fighter seeking promotion and/or one who plans to transfer into a related four-year bachelor's degree program. This degree follows the Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) model created by the National Fire Academy (NFA). To facilitate distance learning all courses are offered fully on-line.

Fire Technology

The Fire Technology program provides an opportunity for students to obtain basic and advanced instruction in fire prevention, firefighting techniques, rescue, and management of fire services. Critical decision making is emphasized at the company officer level to ensure improvement in all aspects of fire technology, productivity, and safety. Wildland Firefighting classes are available to enhance the knowledge base of fire suppression technicians.

Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Production

This certificate will provide the student with entry level skills and knowledge to perform as a gas tungsten arc welder (GTAW) with minimal supervision in all positions on ferrous and nonferrous metals. This 18-credit Certificate seamlessly transfers to the Welding Diploma (65 credits).

Health Fitness Specialist

The Health Fitness Specialist Certificate is a one-year program designed to prepare students to begin a career in promoting and enhancing health and fitness as a personal trainer, fitness instructor, conditioning coach, or fitness center staff in a variety of settings, including fitness centers, gyms, healthcare facilities, and corporate wellness programs.

Health Science Broad Field

Associate of Science Degree is awarded upon completion of a 60-credit academic program in scientific, technological, or other professional fields. The associate of science degree requires a minimum of 30 credits selected from at least six of the ten goal areas of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum. The Associate of Science degree is designed to transfer in its entirety to one or more related baccalaureate degree programs.

History Transfer Pathway

The History Transfer Pathway AA offers students a powerful option: the opportunity to complete an Associate of Arts degree with course credits that directly transfer to designated History bachelor's degree programs at Minnesota State universities. The curriculum has been specifically designed so that students completing this pathway degree and transferring to one of the seven Minnesota State universities enter the university with junior-year status.

Industrial Controls

The AAS Electronics Engineering Technology program with Industrial Controls Emphasis educates students in the areas of basic electronic theory and analysis, industrial control principles and practices, and provides students with the skills required to obtain jobs as industrial electronic technicians in a wide variety of industries.

Legal Secretary

This program is designed to prepare the student for employment as a Legal Secretary. The Legal Secretary’s primary function is to assist in preparation of legal correspondence and documents and meeting deadlines. Other duties may include public/client relations, timekeeping, gathering information from the clients, filing, and general office duties. Legal Secretaries transcribe from dictation and draft copy using computers.

Limited X-ray Machine Operator (LXMO)

A Limited X-Ray Machine Operator (LXMO) is a professional with a restricted scope certificate who performs diagnostic x-ray procedures on specific anatomical sites. Success in this field requires excellent communication, critical thinking, and a compassionate nature, along with a strong aptitude for science. While their knowledge must be on par with general radiographers, LXMOs have limitations in their duties, focusing solely on specific radiography content areas.

Machine Technology CNC Programmer

The CNC Machine Programmer program is designed to prepare the student for employment as a CNC Machinist/-Programmer. Skill development includes performing basic floor programming to produce a part to specifications, setup and operation of CNC machines, instruction in inspection and statistical process control, and program parts designed using a CAD/CAM computer system.

Machine Technology CNC Programmer

The CNC Machine Programmer program is designed to prepare the student for employment as a CNC Machinist/-Programmer. Skill development includes performing basic floor programming to produce a part to specifications, setup and operation of CNC machines, instruction in inspection and statistical process control, and program parts designed using a CAD/CAM computer system.

Manual Machinist

This 30-credit certificate trains students to work in a manual machining environment. Students will learn setups in machining, inspection of parts made on vertical mills, lathes, and grinders. Using jigs and fixtures necessary to these parts will be covered as well as the materials to use in manufacturing.

Massage Therapy

The Massage Therapist Program prepares the graduate for a career in massage. The graduate therapist is able to conduct a thorough assessment of clients, create a treatment plan, implement the treatment plan, and observe the client’s response to the treatment. Therapeutic massage, as well as many specialty techniques are used. Documentation is done to record session information, and treatment’s effects on the body. Career development, including the creation of a business plan, is taught.

Mathematics Transfer Pathway

The Mathematics Transfer Pathway AA offers students a powerful option: the opportunity to complete an Associate of Arts degree with course credits that directly transfer to designated Mathematics bachelor's degree programs at Minnesota State universities. The curriculum has been specifically designed so that students completing this pathway degree and transferring to one of the seven Minnesota State universities enter the university with junior-year status.

Media Studies and Production

This program is designed to prepare the graduate for a wide variety of positions in media production. Graduates are trained for jobs ranging from on-air personalities to positions on production or news teams. Graduates can also gain skills needed for careers in multimedia and film style production, and media project & production management.

Medical Laboratory Assistant

A Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) is a multi‐ skilled person whose skills are focused on assisting in the medical laboratory. Competencies include medical terminology, phlebotomy skills, blood and body fluid processing, ability to assess validity of samples collected for laboratory tests and maintain validity of samples through the processing phase. MLAs must understand and comply with government regulations and safety in regard to human testing.

Medical Laboratory Technician

The Medical Laboratory (MLT) program provides students with entry level knowledge and technical skills required to work as an MLT. Medical Laboratory Technicians are healthcare professionals who perform complex laboratory testing and use critical thinking to ensure the accuracy of laboratory results on blood and other body fluid samples. The results provided by the MLT aid physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.

Network Administration and Cybersecurity

Students are prepared for CompTIA (A+, Network+, Security+), Cisco RSTECH, and EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) certifications. Students are prepared to provide technical support for computer networks in business environments. Students are taught server and network administration, hardware support skills, and cybersecurity essentials. This program is offered on-campus or online.

Network Administration and Cybersecurity

Students are prepared for CompTIA (A+, Network+, Security+), Cisco RSTECH, and EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) certifications. Students are prepared to provide technical support for computer networks in business environments. Students are taught server and network administration, hardware support skills, and cybersecurity essentials. This program is offered on-campus or online.

Network Administration and Security

The Computer Networking Certificate is designed to prepare participants with foundation level skills for a job in computer networking. Students are prepared for CompTIA (A+, Network+, Security+), and Cisco RSTECH. This 30-credit certificate seamlessly transfers to the Network Administration and Cybersecurity Diploma (58 credits) and the AAS (72 credits).

Paralegal Studies

The Paralegal Studies program is a course of study for those interested in becoming non-lawyer legal professionals. A paralegal (sometimes called a legal assistant) is, in the words of the American Bar Association, a person "who performs specifically delegated substantive legal work for which a lawyer is responsible." Paralegal employers prefer applicants who have completed a formal paralegal training program.

Paralegal Studies

The Paralegal Studies program is a course of study for those interested in becoming non-lawyer legal professionals. A paralegal (sometimes called a legal assistant) is, in the words of the American Bar Association, a person "who performs specifically delegated substantive legal work for which a lawyer is responsible." Paralegal employers prefer applicants who have completed a formal paralegal training program.

PC Support Technician

This 21-credit certificate program teaches students how to support hardware and operating systems for desktop and laptop computers and printers. Students are prepared for CompTIA A+ certification.

Phlebotomy

The Phlebotomy certificate prepares students to work as a phlebotomist. The primary duties of a phlebotomist are to obtain blood specimens using various venipuncture and dermal puncture techniques, facilitate the collection of other clinical specimens, and to ensure timely and safe transport of specimens to the laboratory.

Physical Therapist Assistant

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program provides an opportunity to become an educated health care provider who delivers physical therapy services under the supervision of a physical therapist. The PTA is able to observe and assess the patient’s condition, teach exercises and activities of daily living, use specialized equipment, demonstrate professional skills while implementing treatment procedures, observe the patient’s response to treatment, and document.

Practical Nursing

The Practical Nursing Program is a two-semester diploma program. This program blends theory with practical application through clinical placement, skills development, and simulation. Upon completion of this program, graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN). Once licensed, graduates of this program are eligible to apply to LSC’s Nursing AS Advanced Standing LPN Track to further their education in nursing.

Production Technologies

This certificate aligns with the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council’s (MSSC) assessment and certification system for Safety, Manufacturing Processes and Production, Quality Practices and Measurement, and Maintenance Awareness. The core curriculum is based upon federally endorsed national standards for production workers. Students who complete these courses have the skills and knowledge to pass the credentialing exam and gain a nationally recognized credential.

Production Technologist

This certificate aligns with the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council’s (MSSC) assessment and certification system for Safety, Manufacturing Processes and Production, Quality Practices and Measurement, and Maintenance Awareness. The core curriculum is based upon federally endorsed national standards for production workers. Students who complete these courses have the skills and knowledge to pass the credentialing exam and gain a nationally recognized credential.

Professional Nursing

The Professional Nursing program is an Associate of Science Degree Program. The AS Nursing Program prepares students to complete a program of study in professional nursing that utilizes theory, clinical coursework, and laboratory simulation. Upon completing this program, graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN).

Professional Nursing, Advanced Standing LPN Track

The Professional Nursing program is an Associate of Science Degree Program. The AS Nursing/Advanced Standing LPN Track Program prepares Licensed Practical Nurses to complete a program of study in professional nursing that utilizes theory, clinical coursework, and laboratory simulation. Upon completing this program, graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN).

Professional Pilot

The Professional Pilot Diploma is designed to meet the needs of students who plan a career as a pilot in commercial aviation. The program leads to FAA certification as a commercial pilot with an instrument rating. This 45-credit Diploma seamlessly transfers to the Professional Pilot AAS (60 credits). Students choose from one of two tracks: Airplane or Helicopter.

Professional Pilot

The Professional Pilot Diploma is designed to meet the needs of students who plan a career as a pilot in commercial aviation. The program leads to FAA certification as a commercial pilot with an instrument rating. This 45-credit Diploma seamlessly transfers to the Professional Pilot AAS (60 credits). Students choose from one of two tracks: Airplane or Helicopter.

Psychology Transfer Pathway

The Psychology Transfer Pathway AA offers students a powerful option: the opportunity to complete an Associate of Arts degree with course credits that directly transfer to designated psychology bachelor’s degree programs at Minnesota State universities. The curriculum has been specifically designed so that students completing this pathway degree and transferring to one of the seven Minnesota State universities enter the university with junior-year status.

Radiologic Technology

Radiologic Technology, the foundation of medical imaging, is an exciting blend of advanced technology and patient care. Excellent communication and critical thinking skills, an aptitude for science, and a compassionate nature are essential for success in the field. As Radiographers, graduates have opportunities to use their knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and physics to create permanent images that help physicians diagnose illness, injury, and disease.

Rapid Prototyping and Design

Rapid Prototyping and Reverse Engineering is an emerging field that uses high tech tools, software, equipment, and processes to build a 3D working model of an idea or much needed part in a short period of time. This offers many versatile advantages compared to traditional methods of manufacturing. This certificate will complement skills learned and developed in the Integrated Manufacturing programs (Machine Tool, Engineering CAD, and Welding Diploma).

Respiratory Therapy

Respiratory Therapists are health care specialists who work with a variety of patients suffering from cardiopulmonary disorders. Working as part of the healthcare team, respiratory therapists assist in the evaluation, treatment, management, and rehabilitation of these disorders. Patients treated by respiratory therapists range from premature infants to the elderly. Therapists enjoy tremendous opportunity for diversity in their practices.

Sociology Transfer Pathway

The Sociology Transfer Pathway AA offers students a powerful option: the opportunity to complete an Associate of Arts degree with course credits that directly transfer to designated sociology bachelor’s degree programs at Minnesota State universities. The curriculum has been specifically designed so that students completing this pathway degree and transferring to one of the seven Minnesota State universities enter the university with junior-year status.

SolidWorks (CAD)

This SolidWorks certificate prepares students for the SolidWorks (CSWA) or (CSWP-Weldments) Exam. This certificate is also intended/recommended for people who are already in a manufacturing related field or who have earned a certificate, diploma, or degree in a manufacturing related program of study. SolidWorks software is the standard in 3D design and mechanical engineering at thousands of companies worldwide.

Surgical Technology

Surgical technologists are allied health professionals who are an integral part of the team of medical practitioners providing surgical care to patients. They work under the supervision and delegatory authority of a surgeon to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of surgical procedures, ensuring a safe operating room environment. Surgical technologists may function in either the first or second scrub role.

Truck Driving

Training will consist of tractor-trailer basic and advanced operation techniques, safety, log books, and weight distribution. Upon completion of this program, the student will have obtained a Class A Commercial Driver’s License and gained the skills and knowledge to become a professional truck driver.

Web Developer

This program is designed to prepare the student with the knowledge to design, create, and maintain Web pages for use on the World Wide Web. Web Developer Certificate transfers seamlessly into LSC's Computer and Web Programming Diploma (57 credits), and Computer and Web Programming AAS Degree (72 credits).

Welding

The certificate is designed to provide a basic working knowledge of Integrated Manufacturing, and/or enhance the education of a student who may come in contact with Welding, Machine Tool, and Engineering CAD Technology through another related technical field of study.

Welding

The certificate is designed to provide a basic working knowledge of Integrated Manufacturing, and/or enhance the education of a student who may come in contact with Welding, Machine Tool, and Engineering CAD Technology through another related technical field of study.

Welding

The certificate is designed to provide a basic working knowledge of Integrated Manufacturing, and/or enhance the education of a student who may come in contact with Welding, Machine Tool, and Engineering CAD Technology through another related technical field of study.

Welding Technologist

The Welding Technologist Diploma is a one-year program designed to provide an intermediate career pathway in manufacturing, specific to the field of Welding Technology. This 32-credit diploma is designed to prepare the student for employment as an entry to intermediate level welding or fabrication technologist. This program allows students to gain the information needed to develop skills used in the welding industry.

Welding Technology

The Welding Technology Certificate offers seven production technologies courses that provide core skills and six courses with advanced welding skill topics, including: Welding print reading & interpreting symbols, OxyFuel Welding, SMAW (shielded metal arc welding), GMAW (gas metal arc welding), FWAW (flux cored arc welding), GTAW (gas tungsten arc welding), Metallurgy, and hands-on experience through on-site labs.

Wildland Firefighting

This certificate is designed to provide the entry level wildland firefighter the skills necessary to enter and advance in the field of Wildland firefighting. It is comprised of several National Wildfire Coordinating Group courses; S-130 Firefighter Training, S-190 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior, I-100 Incident Command System Orientation, I-700 National Incident Management System Introduction, S-211 Wildland Portable Pumps, S-212 Wildland Fire Chain Saws.