Northwest Technical College

Accounting

This 18-credit certificate program provides the essential foundations of accounting for those who want to enter the accounting field or advance their studies with a diploma or Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree. Applicable coursework will include two levels on the principles of accounting and singular courses on the legal environment, computerized accounting and computerized business.

Accounting

This 60-credit degree program provides the knowledge and skills necessary to examine, analyze, interpret and correct accounting data for the purpose of preparing financial statements, budgets, forecast accounting reports, payroll reports and state and federal income tax returns. Instruction and hands-on training include principles of accounting, business law, spreadsheet concepts, cost accounting, microcomputer databases and accounting for governmental and non-profit agencies.

Accounting Clerk

This major provides the knowledge and skills necessary to perform routine calculating, journalizing, posting, and verifying duties to maintain accounting records, prepare payroll reports, and state and federal tax returns. Both manual and computerized accounting concepts and applications are included.

Accounting Transfer Pathway

The Accounting Transfer Pathway offers students a powerful option: the opportunity to complete an Associate of Science degree with course credits that directly transfer to designated accounting 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.

Administrative Business Specialist

This program prepares individuals to use computers and a variety of software application programs to perform document processing and file management tasks, as well as create informational marketing pieces, and perform basic data and text entry in a business setting. Includes instruction in keyboarding skills, personal computer processes, and various software programs used for tasks such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

Automotive Service & Performance

The Automotive Service and Performance program is designed for people working in an exciting and rapidly changing industry. Learners in this program will receive training in the many service and diagnostic procedures necessary to maintain our nation on wheels. Learners are trained in modern laboratories equipped with current service and testing equipment. Opportunities for advancement may include factory and dealer representatives, management, and self-employment.

Business (A.A.S.)

The Business AAS program is designed to meet the diverse employment & skill areas needed in the Business field. This program will prepare students for existing and emerging business careers. Students can pursue a specific business career area, enhance their general business skills foundation, and diversify their skill base by adding an additional specific career certification.

Business (A.S.)

This program is a university-parallel program equivalent to the first two years of a bachelor’s degree program. This program prepares student for majors in such areas as accounting, management, marketing, human resources, economics, and other business-related fields. This program includes business and general education courses to provide a sound background for study and a career in business.

Business Foundations

NTC’s Business Foundations program is designed to provide fundamental business occupational training necessary for rewarding employment in today's professional workplace. Upon completion of the certificate, you will develop effective communication skills, financial management skills and gain an understanding of business environments and opportunities. Students will learn to build and maintain good working relationships with fellow employees and develop exceptional customer service skills.

Business: Transfer Pathway

The Business Transfer Pathway 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.

Community Health Worker

The Community Health Worker (CHW) program will prepare you to obtain employment in a variety of organizations. Community Health Workers perform a broad range of health-related functions and play an important role in bridging the gap between cultures and health care systems.

Computer Support

The certificate prepares students to become a Computer Support Specialist troubleshooting and resolving various computer and software issues. They may work in a help-desk environment or provide technical support in an organization's IT department. This certificate can lead into a Business diploma or AAS.

Cosmetology

The Cosmetology diploma includes instruction in theory and practical application techniques of hair, skin, and nail services Instruction in hair care services includes analysis of hair, styling, cutting, coloring, permanent waving, and chemical hair relaxing. Instruction in nail care services includes analysis of nails, shaping, polishing, massage of hands and feet, and the application of artificial nails.

Dental Assisting

The Dental Assisting program provides knowledge necessary for the dental assistant to assist in performing general clinical assisting and support functions, intraoral clinical procedures, business office procedures and laboratory tasks. The curriculum includes content in general studies; biomedical, dental, and clinical sciences; clinical practice; and additional intraoral clinical functions.

Dental Assisting

The Dental Assisting program provides knowledge necessary for the dental assistant to assist in performing general clinical assisting and support functions, intraoral clinical procedures, business office procedures and laboratory tasks. The curriculum includes content in general studies; biomedical, dental, and clinical sciences; clinical practice; and additional intraoral clinical functions.

Early Childhood Education Careers

The Early Childhood Education Certificate program is designed to equip students with the foundational knowledge and practical skills necessary to work effectively with young children in various educational settings. This 22-credit program emphasizes child development, learning environments, and instructional strategies tailored to early childhood education.

Early Childhood Education Careers

The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Early Childhood Education is designed to provide students with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills necessary for a successful career in early childhood education. This 60-credit program combines theoretical coursework with over 400 hours of hands-on field experience, ensuring graduates are well-prepared to meet the needs of young children in various educational settings.

Early Childhood Education: Transfer Pathway

The Associate of Science Transfer Pathway (ASTP) in Early Childhood Education is designed to provide students with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills necessary for a successful career in early childhood education. This 60-credit program combines theoretical coursework with over 200 hours of hands-on field experience, ensuring graduates are well-prepared to meet the needs of young children in various educational settings.

Electrical Construction and Maintenance

This program prepares students for work installing and maintaining systems in residential, commercial, and industrial applications. Courses include a mix of theory and hands-on lab applications. The program includes courses in wiring practices, electrical theory, National Electrical Code application, programmable controllers, and troubleshooting.

Electrical Construction and Maintenance

This program prepares students for work installing and maintaining systems in residential, commercial, and industrialC applications. Courses include a mix of theory and hands-on lab applications. The program includes courses in wiringC practices, electrical theory, National Electrical Code application, programmable controllers, and troubleshooting.

Esthetics

The Esthetics Certificate program prepares the students to perform facials, waxing/temporary hair removal in all areas of the body, makeup consultation and application, eyelash extensions, as well as light peels. Students will learn how to improve clients’ lives through proper skin care treatments and home care products.

Gerontology

Graduates of the gerontology certificate program have the knowledge and skills needed to provide seamless quality service to the aging population and their families. Gerontology career pathways include a wide variety of service and leadership opportunities related to diversity; coping strategies related to death, dying and bereavement; economics; housing options; health and wellness; programs and services for the elderly, public policy and advocacy; and consumer service.

Healthcare Administrative Leadership

This 60-credit Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree prepares graduates for a position in health care leadership. Graduates gain the knowledge and technical skills needed for medical office management. The degree includes a strong foundation in professional skills with coursework in college writing, ethics, intro to public speaking, human resources management, and supervisory leadership.

Healthcare Administrative Support

This 40 credit diploma prepares graduates for a position in health care administrative support to assist with medical office management. Coursework concentrates on administrative skills such as patient scheduling, medical record maintenance, patient billing and medical office management, as well as a strong emphasis in medical terminology.

Health Sciences Broad Field: Transfer Pathway

Heating, Air, and Refrigeration Technology

Students pursuing their degree in Heating, Air, Refrigeration Technology at NTC have the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art equipment on campus and in the field. The 60-credit diploma includes courses in electrical theory, advanced electronics and motor controls with specialized coursework exploring Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration systems and equipment. The program provides training and coursework that directly correlates to business and industry requests.

Human Resources

The program will prepare individuals for human resource practices at the technical, operational, and management level. Students completing this program will posses the skills needed for entry level roles in the growing Human Resources field. This progam will also lead to other program options.

Management and Entrepreneurship

A dynamic marketplace and advancing technology have changed the way we do business and created a competitive marketplace. This program will help you develop the skills you need to achieve satisfying management positions in a variety of industries. The program will focus on introductory level training in management and entrepreneurial skills. You will learn how to manage a business and how to start a small business from the ground up.

Medical Coding

This 29 credit certificate prepares graduates for entry-level medical coding positions or to advance their studies with a diploma or an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in medical coding.

Medical Coding

This 40-credit diploma prepares graduates for a career in medical coding or to advance their studies with an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in medical coding. The NTC Medical Coding programs use the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) curriculum to provide training to prepare the student to take the AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam using nationally recognized coding systems to classify procedures and diagnoses related to medical treatment.

Medical Coding

This 60-credit Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree prepares graduates for a career in medical coding with comprehensive training. The NTC Medical Coding programs use the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) curriculum to provide training to prepare the student to take the AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam using nationally recognized coding systems to classify procedures and diagnoses related to medical treatment.

Nail Technician

The Nail Technician Certificate program prepares individuals to perform manicures, pedicures, and artificial nail enhancements using the latest materials and techniques. Students acquire the knowledge and skills to care for nails and to create artistic nail applications. Licensing requirements include completing 350 hours of education in a licensed school, along with required quotas, required practical experience, and written exams.

Nursing LPN Step-In RN

The AS in Nursing (ASN) program is a mobility program which allows the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to advanceC their knowledge and skill for licensure and practice as a registered nurse (RN). This program is approved by theC MnSCU system and Minnesota Board of Nursing. The program offers full-time and may offer limited part-timeC options.

Nursing - Traditional RN

The AS in Nursing (ASN) program is a mobility program which allows the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to advance their knowledge and skill for licensure and practice as a registered nurse (RN). This program is approved by the MnSCU system and Minnesota Board of Nursing. The program offers full-time and may offer limited part-time options.

Practical Nursing

This 41-credit diploma prepares nurses to provide bedside care and interact closely with patients. Practical nurses care for ill, injured, or convalescing patients or persons in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, private homes, group homes, and similar institutions.

Residential Plumbing Technology

The Plumbing Technology program prepares the student to begin their career in the plumbing professions. Coursework provides the student with a technical knowledge and skills development by integrating theory and practical experience. The successful graduate is eligible for earned hours towards state apprenticeship requirements and employment in an advanced apprenticeship level in the residential plumbing industry.

Sales and Marketing

This program can help you prepare for a dynamic career in sales, marketing, merchandising, selling, retailing and service businesses. The program offers diverse training including courses in computer technology, selling strategies, marketing skills, customer service, e-marketing, and retail management concepts. Students completing this program will possess the skills needed for entry roles in these exciting fields. This certificate can also lead into other educational program options.

Sales and Marketing

This program prepares graduates to enter a Sales and Marketing career. Positions are available in marketing, merchandising, selling, retailing, and service businesses. This major includes courses in computer technology, selling strategies, customer service, telemarketing, and retailing and marketing concepts.

Sales, Marketing, and Management

This program is designed to prepare learners to succeed in the marketplace of the 21st century. This major is designed to provide learners with the essential skills necessary for a variety of careers in the sales, marketing, and management fields. Curriculum includes instruction in the following areas: sales, marketing, research, customer service, telemarketing, and small business planning.