Lakeland Community College

Accounting

Accounting is vital to successful business operations. Accounting graduates can look forward to an exciting and rewarding career in a variety of business settings. Lakeland's Accounting program recognizes the growing importance of the use of technology.

A+ Computer Maintenance and Repair

A+ Computer Maintenance and Repair is a short-term certificate program offered at Lakeland Community College.

Administrative Medical Office Assistant

The goal of the program is to prepare competent entry-level administrative medical office assistants in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains. The responsibilities of an administrative medical office assistant may include telephone triage, updating and filing patient medical records, scheduling appointments, billing, and bookkeeping in a medical office environment.

Advanced Electrical Systems

Advanced Electrical Systems is a certificate program offered at Lakeland Community College.

Animation and Cartoon Arts

Cartoons and animations have been an active form of entertainment since Edison’s kinescope techniques of the late 1800s. This program relies on a foundation of basic cartoon art skills and develops their role in contemporary media industry. Modern animation skills are developed through hands-on training and professional business outcomes.

Applied American Sign Language Studies

This program is designed to give students a foundation in American Sign Language (ASL) and to acquaint them with basic issues of concern to the Deaf community. Furthermore, the program offers an opportunity to individuals already working in the Deaf community to increase their understanding of ASL and Deaf culture in order to strengthen their knowledge and their communication skills.

Audio Engineering and Production

The audio recording and production industry has been a mainstay of the communications field for many decades. The techniques used to create fine audio programs have been a paramount issue in the media industry. With the advent of modern music and the associated industry promotion, there is an increased interest in this discipline.

AutoCAD Operator

AutoCAD Operator is a short-term certificate program offered at Lakeland Community College.

Biotechnology Science

This certificate is designed primarily for students with a baccalaureate or associate degree, and a basic science background including one year of college chemistry, cell biology, and general microbiology. Admission to the Biotechnology Science program is required.

Biotechnology Science

The Biotechnology Science program prepares students for entry-level laboratory technician positions in research and industrial laboratories engaged in biotechnology. Graduates may choose career paths in the medical, pharmaceutical, agricultural, environmental, or forensic science industries, as well as basic biological research. The program emphasizes hands-on training utilizing industry standard equipment to perform both routine and specialized experimental techniques.

Business

The Associate of Arts in Business is pursued by students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university with the goal of completing a bachelor’s degree in business. The Associate of Arts in Business is intended to provide students with the courses that typically comprise the first two years of a four-year degree in business.

Business Information Management

Business Information Management is a certificate program offered at Lakeland Community College.

Business Management

This certificate is designed for students who are or want to be in management or leadership positions in any type of formal organization setting. Students will learn the concepts and practice of planning, organization theory, leadership, communication, and control processes applied to all types of resources, products, and services.

Business Management

The business management degree program offers five areas of concentration: business information management, entrepreneurship, general management, human resources management, and marketing. A degree in management prepares a student to assume a leadership role within any organization.

CAD Design

CAD Design is a short-term certificate program offered at Lakeland Community College.

Case Management

This certificate is designed to prepare students for employment as a case manager at a social service agency. It also fulfills one of the steps for completion of the Human Services degree.

Chemical Dependency

This certificate is designed to prepare students for employment as a chemical dependency counselor assistant. It also fulfills one of the steps for completion of the Human Services degree. Successful completion of HMSV 2230 Fundamentals of Addiction Counseling with a "C" or better qualifies students to apply to the State of Ohio for a Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant designation.

Chemical Technician

This certificate program prepares students for employment as chemical technicians. Working under the supervision of chemists and chemical engineers, chemical technicians use the principles and theories of chemistry to solve problems in research and development by operating and maintaining laboratory instruments, monitoring experiments, making observations, and calculating and recording results.

Cisco Network Security

Cisco Network Security is a certificate program offered at Lakeland Community College.

Cisco Network Security

Lakeland's Cisco Network Security degree blends networking technology and information systems coursework, emphasizing secure configuration of both operating systems and network infrastructure. Topics include network security via Cisco Academy training as well as Microsoft Windows together with Linux/Unix management and security.

Civil Engineering Technology

The Civil Engineering Technology program (9410) is designed to prepare students for immediate employment with architectural firms, engineering consulting firms, construction management firms, surveyors, contracting firms, residential builders, and with federal, state, county, and city governments. The diverse curriculum allows for students to gain specialized training for careers in architecture, construction, facility management, and surveying.

CNC Operator

CNC Operator is a certificate program offered at Lakeland Community College.

CNC Set-Up and Programming Technology

CNC Set-Up and Programming Technology is a certificate program offered at Lakeland Community College.

Computed Tomography

Computed Tomography (CT) technologists are responsible for taking detailed cross-sectional images of the internal structures of the human body using advanced computerized x-ray equipment. These members of the healthcare team work closely with physicians to provide radiographic studies that assist with patient diagnoses and treatment.

Computer Information Technology

The Associate of Technical Studies Degree in Computer Information Technology prepares or upgrades the graduate for career objectives requiring more than one computer-related specialization. Specializations can be combined from within, but not limited to, areas such as network support, end-user support, data analysis, software design and development, web content design and development, and media studies.

Computer Integrated Manufacturing Technology

Lakeland's Computer Integrated Manufacturing Technology degree program prepares students for employment in a variety of manufacturing industries. Two choices are available in the degree program: the General Manufacturing major and the Maintenance and Repair concentration, both approved by the Alliance for Working Together (AWT).

Computer Science

The Associate of Science in Computer Science degree is part of Ohio's Guaranteed Transfer Pathways (OGTP) program. The OGTP provides a clear path to associate degree completion and then to bachelor’s degree completion in a related major. By following an OGTP, you can ensure that you are taking coursework that will not only transfer but apply to your desired degree at your transfer institution.

Computer User

This certificate is designed to prepare students for employment in a variety of positions requiring fundamental computer knowledge and skills.

Construction Management

Construction Management is a certificate program offered at Lakeland Community College.

Construction Management

This program prepares students for careers in the construction field with an emphasis on residential and light commercial building construction. The curriculum blends two major content areas: building construction technologies and business management.

Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice degree program introduces pre-service students to careers in law enforcement and corrections. It equips students with both the skills and knowledge needed to pursue careers and/or additional education. Positions are available at the federal, state and local governmental levels, and within community-based programs and private organizations.

Culinary Arts Technology

The culinary arts technology program consists of culinary technical core courses and general education basic and related courses. The degree program is operated jointly by Lakeland and the International Culinary Arts and Sciences Institute (ICASI).

Dental Assisting

The goal of the program is to prepare competent entry-level dental assistants’ in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains. Dental assistants are multi-skilled health professionals specifically educated to work in performing administrative and clinical duties.

Dental Hygiene

The dental hygienist is a licensed member of the dental health team dedicated to helping patients maintain good oral health and prevent diseases and disorders. The dental hygienist is highly skilled in providing direct patient care and preventive procedures. Most dental hygienists are employed in private practice dental offices.

Digital Print Production

This Digital Print Production certificate will prepare students for work in the field of digital print production. Upon completion of the certificate, students will be proficient in many printing-focused skill sets, including file prep, layout, production, color, file set up, Adobe Creative Suite, and other graphics tools, in addition to some of the principles of graphic design.

Early Childhood Education

The Early Childhood Education program provides students with a theoretical background in child development, professionalism, curriculum development, assessment practices, and hands-on real world teaching experience. Students’ field work in early childhood includes experiences in multicultural and inclusion classrooms and provides opportunities to work with infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

E-Business

This certificate is designed for students who are working or who want to work in the field of e-business. Courses include all principles of e-business management including legal, marketing, and management.

Electrical Construction

Electrical Construction is a certificate program offered at Lakeland Community College.

Electrical Construction Technology

The Electrical Construction Technology program is a five-year Associate of Technical Studies (ATS) degree program offered in collaboration with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW Local #673). This program combines traditional coursework in communications, mathematics, physics, economics, and computers with technical courses and work experience.

Electrical Engineering Technology

Electronic Engineering Technology graduates are prepared with the skills necessary to enter careers in the design, application, installation, manufacturing, operation and/or maintenance of electrical/electronic systems.

Electrical Instrumentation Technology

Electrical Instrumentation Technology graduates are prepared with the skills necessary to enter careers in the design, application, installation, operation, and/or maintenance of computer systems.

Electrical Systems Fundamentals

Electrical Systems Fundamentals is a certificate program offered at Lakeland Community College.

Electrical Technology

This program is designed for students holding a State of Ohio apprenticeship certificate as an industrial maintenance electrician or in a related area. Certificate holders shall be granted up to 24 semester credit hours toward the associate degree.

Electrocardiography

This certificate/area of specialization provides students with the basic knowledge and skills to perform an electrocardiogram (ECG). It also introduces basic cardiac arrhythmias and medications used to treat them. After completion of the program, students are eligible to take a national certification exam.

Electro-Mechanical Fundamentals

Electro-Mechanical Fundamentals is a certificate program offered at Lakeland Community College.

Emergency Management Planning and Administration

Emergency Management Planning and Administration is a certificate program offered at Lakeland Community College.

Emergency Management Planning and Administration

The magnitude of natural disasters, terrorist incidents, and other major emergencies has increased the public awareness of the importance of effective emergency management. Rapid growth and complexity in this field have created a critical need for a new degree option for those involved in this important career area.

Emergency Medical Technology-Basic

After completing this certificate/area of specialization, students are eligible to take the National Registry Exam to become certified in the State of Ohio1 as a basic emergency medical technician (EMT). The EMT cares for patients at the scene of an incident and while taking patients by ambulance to a hospital. An EMT has the skills to assess a patient’s condition and to manage respiratory, cardiac, and trauma emergencies.

Emergency Medical Technology-Paramedic

Paramedic emergency medical technicians work under the direction of a physician to recognize, assess, and manage medical emergencies of acutely ill or injured patients in prehospital care settings. Upon completion, students are eligible to take the National Registry certification exam.

Engineering Technology Foundations

Engineering Technology Foundations is a short-term certificate program offered at Lakeland Community College.

Entrepreneurship

This certificate is designed for students who plan to start and operate their own business or who are already managing in a small business. Courses address all aspects of small business operations, including the legal, financial, marketing, and human resource issues which face the entrepreneur.

Facility Management

Facility Management is a certificate program offered at Lakeland Community College.

Family Financial Planning

Family Financial Planning is a short-term certificate program offered at Lakeland Community College.

FCAW (Flux Cored) Welding

FCAW (Flux Cored) Welding is a short-term certificate program offered at Lakeland Community College.

Financial Accounting

Although anyone can pursue the Financial Accounting Certificate, it is primarily oriented towards college graduates who wish to acquire education in accounting to advance in their present profession, enter a new profession, or sit for the CPA exam. Students do not need any prior education in either accounting or business to enter this certificate program.

Fire Science Technology

Fire Science Technology is a certificate program offered at Lakeland Community College.

Fire Science Technology

Fire service specialists are sought by fire departments nationwide, as well as by insurance companies, industrial organizations, government agencies, and businesses dealing with fire protection and equipment. Lakeland's Fire Science Technology program meets the needs of today's career and volunteer firefighters, pre-service students, and business and industry personnel having an interest in fire safety and protection.

General Accounting

This certificate is designed for students with little or no college background who are interested in pursuing an entry-level position in accounting. All credits earned can also be applied toward an associate degree in accounting.

General Studies (Associate of Arts Degree)

The associate of arts (AA) is normally pursued by students intending to transfer to a senior institution for the completion of a Bachelor of Arts or Science degree. Typical areas of study may include art, business, communication, economics, education, English, geography, history, journalism, modern languages, music, philosophy, photography, political science, prelaw, psychology, sociology, and social work.

General Studies (Associate of Science Degree)

The associate of science (AS) degree program is normally pursued by students intending to transfer to a senior institution for the completion of a bachelor of science degree. Typical areas of study may include engineering, earth sciences, mathematics, physics, biology, chemistry, computer science, or pre-medicine. Students who complete this degree will also satisfy all requirements for the Ohio Transfer 36.

Geospatial Technology

The Geospatial Technology Certificate is designed to prepare students for a career in the geospatial industry . The certificate includes the geospatial technology core requirements of the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) major, plus a course in spatial analysis and modeling.

Geospatial Technology

The Geospatial Technology Associate of Applied Science degree is designed to prepare students for careers in geospatial technology or for transfer to a bachelor-degree granting program in geospatial technology or a related field of study. The geospatial technology sector includes positions in geographic information systems (GIS), remote sensing, location analytics, mapping, and related areas. Geospatial technology is recognized by the U.S.

Geospatial Technology Skills

The Geospatial Technology Skills Certificate is designed to be earned in conjunction with, or after completion of a two-year degree in a related field. The certificate is especially relevant for students who plan to transfer into a bachelor’s degree program where basic geospatial information systems (GIS) and remote sensing skills are in demand, such as geosciences, ecology, biology, sociology, criminal justice, urban planning, civil engineering, or a related field.

GMAW (MIG/MAG) Welding

GMAW (MIG/MAG) Welding is a short-term certificate program offered at Lakeland Community College.

Graphic Design

A graphic designer is a visual problem solver. In order to solve these problems, a designer must be skilled in the use of typography, design, color, layout, packaging, photography, production, computer software, marketing, advertising, and presentation. Graduates of this program will have the skills to enter the graphic design field at entry-level or to transfer to institutions offering a baccalaureate degree.

Graphic Design for the Web

This certificate is designed to meet the growing demand for graphic designers and web content developers who are proficient in skill sets such as basic web programming, the Adobe Creative Suite, and other tools and principles of graphic and web design. The Graphic Design for the Web Certificate will allow Graphic Design majors to begin to acquire knowledge for front-end web development, and allow IT&CS Web Content Developers the opportunity to acquire knowledge in basic graphic design.

GTAW (TIG) Welding

GTAW (TIG) Welding is a short-term certificate program offered at Lakeland Community College.

Health and Wellness

This certificate/area of specialization provides students with a broad knowledge in exercise and fitness, nutrition and its effects on health, basic care and prevention of injuries, first aid, and emergency procedures.

Health Coach

Health coaches are a part of the at home health care team and a vital part of keeping recently discharged patients healthy and at home. Health coaches meet the patient while they are in the hospital and then follow them into the community, e.g., home, office visits, or skilled rehab facilities. Their job is to reinforce the medical treatment plan, healthy lifestyle coaching, identifying barriers and putting plans in place, navigating the health care system, etc.

Health Information Management Technology

The Health Information Management Technology (HIMT) associate degree program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management (CAHIIM). Graduates of this program are eligible to sit for the Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) exam.

Histotechnology

A histotechnician is an individual who is trained in the preparation and staining of tissue slides for microscopic examination and disease diagnosis by the pathologist. Histotechnicians may be employed in a variety of areas, such as hospitals, clinics, doctors' offices, research, veterinary pathology, marine biology, and forensic pathology. Histotechnicians may preserve organs for later examination and perform enzyme and immunohistochemistry techniques.

Human Resources Management

This certificate is designed for students who intend to work in the human resource field. It develops the skills and knowledge required to plan for, acquire, train, evaluate, determine compensation and benefits, and manage performance for the human resources of an organization.

Human Services

Human service workers assist and support people facing problems in living that may include poverty, homelessness, mental illness, drug abuse, domestic violence, physical illness, disability, or life transitions. They are employed in a variety of settings such as community service agencies, group homes, shelters and rehabilitation programs. Human service workers can have a variety of job titles including case manager, social work assistant, victim advocate, or behavior management specialist.

Industrial Computer Hardware Technician

Industrial Computer Hardware Technician is a certificate program offered at Lakeland Community College.

Information Systems

The Associate of Arts in Information Systems degree is part of Ohio's Guaranteed Transfer Pathways (OGTP) program. The OGTP provides a clear path to associate degree completion and then to bachelor’s degree completion in a related major. By following an OGTP, you can ensure that you are taking coursework that will not only transfer but apply to your desired degree at your transfer institution.

Information Technology

The Associate of Arts in Information Technology degree is part of Ohio's Guaranteed Transfer Pathways (OGTP) program. The OGTP provides a clear path to associate degree completion and then to bachelor’s degree completion in a related major. By following an OGTP, you can ensure that you are taking coursework that will not only transfer but apply to your desired degree at your transfer institution.

Information Technology and Computer Science

The Information and Computer Science department provides instruction in high-demand IT skill sets including programming languages, systems development and support, web content development, database development and analysis, and networking administration. Six areas of concentration are available within the degree program: application programming and web development, computer science/software engineering, cybersecurity, data analytics, IT support analyst, and operating systems/networking.

Interactive Entertainment Technology

Video games have swept the world as both a form of entertainment and as learning tools for many industries. The field and its underlying hardware are one of the key factors in the development of innovational technology. This program sets forth a series of courses that encourage the development of analytical, psychological, and programming techniques to produce entertainment and educational-oriented assets.

Interactive Media

Media integration and presentation have become accepted as one useful form of communication. Be it for a CD-based retail catalog, business website, or DVD video, media integration brings together the best possible communications tools to provide efficiency, impact, clarity, and entertainment. Lakeland’s Interactive Media (Interactive Web Design) certificate program spans a number of media-related communications disciplines and topics.

International Studies

The International Studies Certificate provides students with a broad introduction to the historical, political, geographical, economic, religious, and literary bases of the modern world. In addition, students will complete at least four hours of language studies. Courses that fulfill the requirements of the certificate transfer to other colleges as general education credits.

IT Foundations

This certificate is designed to prepare students for employment in a variety of positions requiring fundamental information technology knowledge and skills. It also fulfills one of the designated steps leading to completion for several IT degree concentrations.

IT Professional

This certificate builds upon previous information technology proficiency skills by providing professional competencies as well as an additional breadth and depth. It is designed to prepare students for employment in a variety of positions requiring a professional level of computer knowledge and skills. It also fulfills one of the designated steps leading to completion for all of the IT degree concentrations.

IT Specialist

This certificate program builds upon previous information technology foundational skills by providing core competencies as well as breadth and depth in specific focus areas. It is designed to prepare students for employment in a variety of positions requiring more specialized computer knowledge and skills. It also fulfills one of the designated steps leading to completion for all of the IT degree concentrations.

Leadership

This certificate provides students with the skills to become leaders in their career, personal, and public lives. Students will study the concepts of ethical leadership and management with a strong focus on communication skills.

Machine Repair Electrician

Machine Repair Electrician is a certificate program offered at Lakeland Community College.

Machine Repair Mechanic

Machine Repair Mechanic is a certificate program offered at Lakeland Community College.

Machine Repair Technology

Machine Repair Technology is a certificate program offered at Lakeland Community College.

Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technologists use radio waves, powerful magnets, and computers to create images of the body. MRI has become an important diagnostic imaging method that has had a significant impact in the field of medicine. The Magnetic Resonance Imaging certificate program provides technologists with a solid foundation in MRI physics and imaging, cross- sectional anatomy, and pathophysiology.

Marketing

This certificate is designed to prepare students to manage or work within organizational units related to the field of marketing. Students will study a wide range of subjects including those within the growing fields of direct and Internet marketing, marketing of services, advertising, and others.

Mechanical and Manufacturing Technology Specialist

Mechanical and Manufacturing Technology Specialist is a certificate program offered at Lakeland Community College.

Mechanical Engineering Technology

The Mechanical Engineering Technology program prepares students for immediate employment as a technician, with emphasis on production-level computer-based documentation, analysis of form, fit and function, and design verification through testing. Two choices are available in the degree program: Mechanical Engineering Technology and the Computer Assisted Product Design concentration.

Media Technology

A media technologist is a communications professional responsible for the assistance and delivery of information to the public through broadcast tools. Students study core skills in broadcast technologies such as audio, video, radio, animation and interactive design, and then specialize in one of four majors: audio recording and production, interactive design and delivery, radio production and broadcast, or video production and broadcast.

Medical Assisting

The medical assisting certificate program prepares competent, responsible, and caring entry-level medical assistants through education, practice, and community experiences in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains to enter the profession. In addition, the program fosters professionalism, ethics, person growth and development, and lifelong learning. Medical assistants are essential members of the healthcare team.

Medical Coding

This certificate/area of specialization prepares students for classifying medical data from patient records in hospital and physician-based settings. Students in the medical coding certificate/area of specialization gain knowledge in medical terminology, disease processes, pharmacology, reimbursement methodologies, ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and CPT coding systems.

Medical Laboratory Technology

Medical Laboratory Technology, a clinical laboratory science, serves an essential and responsible role in the healthcare system. Physicians rely on laboratory technicians and the results of their analyses to aid them in determining diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of the effectiveness of treatment.

Multi-Skilled Health Technology

Lakeland's Multi-Skilled Health Technology degree program is designed to meet the ever changing needs of the healthcare delivery system by preparing students with cross-training in more than one healthcare skill. Students will learn to perform more than one function, often in more than one discipline within the allied health professions.

Nuclear Engineering Technology

This program is based on the nuclear industry “Non-Licensed Operator” training requirements. Students must be “College Ready” (placement in MATH 1650 College Algebra (A) and ENGL 1110 English Composition I (A) or ENGL 1111 English Composition I (B)) prior to registering for any NUET courses. A minimum GPA of 2.0 and a “C” grade or higher is required in all ELEC, MATH, CHEM, PHYS, NUET, and program-specific courses for graduation.

Nuclear Medicine

This is a cooperative program with the Nuclear Medicine Institute (NMI) at the University of Findlay, Findlay, Ohio. Students complete a core curriculum at Lakeland prior to acceptance at NMI.

Nursing Assistant

Nursing assistants work in long-term care facilities, hospitals and other facilities delivering direct care, such as bathing and dressing patients, under the direct supervision of a nurse. The HLTH 1350 Nursing Assistant course includes classroom learning and hands-on clinical training. This course introduces basic knowledge and skills for care of the clients in a nursing home or long-term care facility.

Nursing (RN)

Lakeland's Nursing degree program (traditional or Advanced Placement LPN to RN) prepares students to function effectively as entry- level registered nurses in a variety of healthcare settings. The associate degree nursing program at Lakeland Community College located in Kirtland, Ohio is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing1 (ACEN), 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, GA 30326, 404.975.5000.

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Occupational therapy assistants work under the supervision of qualified occupational therapists. They collaborate in the formulation of a treatment plan, deliver therapeutic interventions to address various disabilities, advocate for the rehabilitation needs of their patients and clients, educate patients and families on effective therapy participation, and accurately document occupational therapy services for reimbursement.

Office Communications

Office Communications is a certificate program offered at Lakeland Community College.

Ohio Real Estate Broker

This certificate is designed for individuals who meet the experience requirements of the Ohio Division of Real Estate, but lack course work in financial management, human resources, applied business economics, and business law.

Ohio Real Estate Salesperson

Real estate salespersons help clients buy, sell, and rent properties. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, (www.bls.gov (https://www.bls.gov/)), employment of real estate sales agents is expected to grow by 11% from 2012 to 2022. Courses within the certificate are required by the Ohio Department of Commerce - Division of Real Estate and Professional Licensing to be taken before sitting for the real estate salespersons examination.

Paralegal Studies

The Paralegal Studies certificate is designed for students who have already completed college-level English coursework and prior degree work. Students must meet specific admission requirements for this certificate.

Paralegal Studies

Paralegals assist attorneys in providing quality legal services to clients. The Paralegal Studies program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to assist lawyers in the practice of law.1 The curriculum focuses on drafting legal documents and building strong research, writing, and analytical skills, while stressing the ethical framework of the law.

Personal Trainer

This certificate is designed for students interested in becoming a personal trainer. Courses within this program will help students prepare for a certification exam. It is recommended that students pursue certification, but it is not required, nor is it part of the certificate program.

Phlebotomy

This certificate/area of specialization provides students with the skill and knowledge to collect blood samples by venipuncture and skin puncture. As vital members of the healthcare team, phlebotomists must be able to collect quality samples from patients, assuring quality laboratory results and conforming to current CDC and OSHA guidelines.

Photography

Photography is a technology-driven field. This certificate is designed to provide students with training in the use of photographic equipment, software and best practices, which is vital in producing images of a professional caliber. In addition, training in visual literacy and the aesthetics of photography are key to success in this field.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical therapist assistants (PTAs) provide physical therapist services under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist. PTAs implement components of patient care, obtain data related to the treatments provided, and collaborate with the physical therapist. PTAs assist the physical therapist in the treatment of individuals of all ages, from newborns to people at the end of life.

Pipe Welding

Pipe Welding is a short-term certificate program offered at Lakeland Community College.

Pre-Social Work Bridge

This certificate is designed to prepare students for transfer to the Youngstown State University baccalaureate degree in Human Services. It builds upon the core requirements included in both the Lakeland Community College Human Services associate degree program and the Youngstown State University baccalaureate degree transfer program.

Production Shift Leader/Manufacturing Management

Production Shift Leader/Manufacturing Management is a certificate program offered at Lakeland Community College.

Radiologic Technology (Associate of Applied Science Degree)

Radiographers work under the supervision of qualified radiologists or physicians. Radiographers perform imaging examinations, process and evaluate radiographic images, utilize radiographic equipment, manage quality assurance, provide patient education relevant to specific imaging procedures, and apply radiation protection principles to patients, self, and others.

Radiologic Technology (Associate of Technical Studies Degree)

This program is available to students who have completed a two-year hospital-based radiologic technology program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Applicants must be certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.

Radio Production and Broadcast

One of the most significant developments of the 20th century was the advent of organized radio transmission. To this day, news, information, and music find radio their marketplace and a pinnacle of the communications industry. Internet radio production has increased dramatically the broadcast reach of the medium and has secured radio’s future as a communications giant.

Respiratory Therapy

Respiratory therapy involves preventive, diagnostic, rehabilitative, and intensive-care therapy for patients with current or potential cardiopulmonary problems. Respiratory therapy, as a clinical discipline, has grown rapidly and has become an essential contributor to healthcare.

Small Business Accounting

This certificate is designed for individuals who are responsible for the accounting and finance functions of a small business. All credits earned can also be applied toward an associate degree in accounting.

SMAW (Stick) Welding

SMAW (Stick) Welding is a short-term certificate program offered at Lakeland Community College.

sUAS Applications in Geospatial Technology

The sUAS Applications in Geospatial Technology certificate is designed to prepare students for a career using drones in the geospatial field. The certificate includes the geospatial core requirements of the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) major and the Geospatial Technologies certificate, plus courses covering sUAS/drone regulations, operations, flight planning, data collection, and FAA Part 107 requirements.

Surgical Technology

A surgical technologist is an integral member of the surgical team, working closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses, and other surgical personnel in delivering patient care before, during, and after surgery. Surgical technologists have primary responsibility for maintaining the sterile field and ensuring that the surgical team adheres to strict sterile technique.

Thermal Cutting, Gouging, Brazing, and Soldering

Thermal Cutting, Gouging, Brazing, and Soldering is a short-term certificate program offered at Lakeland Community College.

Tool and Die Technology

This program is designed for students holding a State of Ohio apprenticeship certificate in machine tools or a related area. Certificate holders shall be granted up to 24 semester credit hours toward the associate degree.

Tool Room/Maintenance Machinist

Tool Room/Maintenance Machinist is a certificate program offered at Lakeland Community College.

Video Production and Broadcast

Our increasing dependence on broadcast television, film, and video as means of communication has helped to further the development of technology necessary for proper production. The advent of internet broadcasting and high capacity satellite transmissions has further increased the need for training in the techniques of communication.

Welding and Fabrication Technology

The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree in Welding and Fabrication Technology is designed to prepare students for immediate employment in the manufacturing, construction and energy industries as well as in the public sector. The range and depth of program courses prepare students to be job ready for employment in positions including: fabrication, welding, soldering, and brazing, as well as in sales, inspection, repair, supervision and management.

Welding and Fabrication Technology I

This certificate introduces students to basic technical skills in industrial welding, as well as theory and safety. Successful completion of these courses will prepare students to gain entry into positions including fabrication, welding, soldering, and brazing.

Welding and Fabrication Technology II

This certificate provides students instruction in comprehensive technical skills that will prepare them for employment in positions including: fabrication, welding, soldering, and brazing, as well as sales, inspection and repair within the welding industry. The advanced welding courses embed the American Welding Society's Certification of Qualification exam that, upon successful completion, will result in the issuance of an industry recognized credential, which is portable.