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ECE: Professional Development

Financial Aid Available: 

Not Financial Aid Eligible

As a child care provider working in the field, this certificate will expand your skills, provide new insights, and meet state licensing and quality criteria through credit-based courses for professional development. It's not necessary to be enrolled in the Early Childhood Education (ECE) program to participate, but credits will transfer to the ECE associate's degree program if you choose to continue your education.

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Child Care Assistant
Child Care Teacher

Program Credits: 

6.00

Total Cost: 

$984.90

Application Fee: 

$30 Application Fee

Application: 

Application

Program Code: 

PRDV

First Term: 

ECE: Infant & Toddler Dev
ECE: Hlth Safety & Nutrition
ECE: Child Development
ECE: Children w Diff Abilities
ECE: Guiding Child Behavior
ECE: Family & Community Rel

Program Number: 

90307G

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Western offers most courses in a 7-week format, but course length can vary. There are two 7-week sessions in each term, so courses listed below may not be taken at the same time. See www.westerntc.edu/7-weeks for more information.

This course list gives you an idea of what coursework will be required but is not the official list. Current students should use the MyWestern self-service portal for academic planning.

Choose any two courses listed below.

Typical Start: 

Fall

Building Construction & Cabinetmaking

Financial Aid Available: 

Financial Aid Eligible

Our Building Construction and Cabinetmaking program helps you build on your knowledge and develop your skills to prepare for employment in the fields of construction and cabinet making.

You'll study fundamentals of building design, site development, building layout operations, concrete applications, cabinet design and construction, and materials used in the construction and cabinet making industries. You'll be instructed in safe and proper use of hand tools, portable power tools, and stationary power equipment. In addition, you'll have the opportunity to apply framing, interior finishing, and exterior finishing techniques at actual jobsites, and work on commercial framing and finishing projects in the cabinet shop and framing lab. Related mathematics, blueprint reading, estimating, building science principles, and OSHA 10 are part of the training.

Graduates are ready for a variety of careers, including cabinetmaking, residential and commercial carpentry, general construction, working at building supply stores or lumberyards, and other positions in the construction industry.

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Carpenter
Cabinet Maker
Construction Crew/Foreman
Woodworker
Furniture Maker

Program Credits: 

37.00

Total Cost: 

$6 073.55

Pathway: 

Building Construction & Cabinetmaking

Application Fee: 

$30 Application Fee

Application: 

Application

Program Code: 

BCCM

First Term: 

Construction Industry Basics
Residential Cabinetmaking
Commercial Cabinetry
Site Layout and Concrete
Applied Math 1 - Wood
Strengths Seminar (Technical Diploma)

Second Term: 

Interior Trim
Residential Blueprint Reading
Framing Techniques
Commercial Blueprint Reading
Commercial Systems

Third Term: 

OSHA for Woods
Estimating Bids & Specs
Residential Construction
Exterior Finishes

Graduates: 

41

Graduates Responding: 

12

Employed in Related Occupation: 

7

Employed In Non-related Occupations: 

1

Seeking Employment: 

0

Continuing Education: 

3

Not in Labor Market: 

4

Part Time: Responding: 

0

Full Time: Responding: 

5

Full Time: Average Hours Per Week: 

41

Full Time: Median Hourly Wage: 

$23.84

Full Time: Hourly Wage Range: 

$23.00-$25.00

Full Time: Median Annual Salary: 

$44,000

Related Occupations: 

Carpenter

Program Number: 

314102

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Western offers most courses in a 7-week format, but course length can vary. There are two 7-week sessions in each term, so courses listed below may not be taken at the same time. See www.westerntc.edu/7-weeks for more information.

This course list gives you an idea of what coursework will be required but is not the official list. Current students should use the MyWestern self-service portal for academic planning.

Typical Start: 

Fall

IT-Cybersecurity & Network Administration

Financial Aid Available: 

Financial Aid Eligible

Western's IT-Cybersecurity and Network Administration program provides you with the skills required to maintain a secure operating system along with the expertise to design, install, and manage the integrity of a computer network infrastructure. Equipment and technology used in this program includes firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, anomaly identification systems, cloud computing, and associated physical security technologies. Coursework covers the most popular business class operating systems such as Microsoft Windows (Server and Workstation), Linux, and UNIX-like systems. On the network administration side, we focus on how to configure routing and switching devices. You will work with real-world equipment to gain the extensive knowledge required to accurately configure networks to transmit signals across the globe.

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Bench Technician
Network Specialist
IT Support Specialist
System Imaging Technician
Information Security Analyst
Network Systems Administrator
Network Security Technician
Systems Engineer
Data Security Analyst
Owner: Self Employed IT Analyst

Program Credits: 

65.00

Total Cost: 

$10 669.75

Pathway: 

IT-Cybersecurity & Network Administration

Application Fee: 

$30 Application Fee

Application: 

Application

Program Code: 

ITCY

First Term: 

IT Hardware/Software Fund
Cisco 1: Networking Fund
Introduction to Cybersecurity
IT Exploration
Quantitative Reasoning
Strengths Seminar

Second Term: 

Cisco 2: Switching & Routing Technology
Linux Administration
Windows Server Admin 1
Cybersecurity Essentials
Intro to Ethics: Theory & App

Third Term: 

Windows Server Admin 2
Cybersecurity Operations
Windows PowerShell Scripting
Technical Reporting

Fourth Term: 

Network Security 1
Wireless and Mobile Security
Database Server Administration
IT Field Study
Oral/Interpersonal Comm

Fifth Term: 

Network Security 2
Virtualization and Cloud Security
Network Service and Support
Intro to Psychology

Graduates: 

37

Graduates Responding: 

7

Employed in Related Occupation: 

5

Employed In Non-related Occupations: 

1

Seeking Employment: 

0

Continuing Education: 

0

Not in Labor Market: 

1

Part Time: Responding: 

0

Full Time: Responding: 

5

Full Time: Average Hours Per Week: 

40

Full Time: Median Hourly Wage: 

$22.00

Full Time: Hourly Wage Range: 

$22.00

Full Time: Median Annual Salary: 

$59,500

Related Occupations: 

Desktop Support Technician I, SR. Systems Security Engineer, Systems Administrator, Network and Security Administrator, IT Analyst

Program Number: 

101512

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Western offers most courses in a 7-week format, but course length can vary. There are two 7-week sessions in each term, so courses listed below may not be taken at the same time. See www.westerntc.edu/7-weeks for more information.

This course list gives you an idea of what coursework will be required but is not the official list. Current students should use the MyWestern self-service portal for academic planning.

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Typical Start: 

Fall

Software and Technology: 

This program requires specific software and technology to complete classwork. Click here to see the list of items you will need for your courses.

If you do not have access to the items listed for your program, or if the items you have do not meet the requirements, resources may be available. Submit a Student Resource Request using our online form.

Internet access is required to access student accounts from off campus. The Learning Commons can provide information on free, off-campus Wi-Fi spots. Contact them at LearningCommons@westerntc.edu or call 608-785-9198.

For additional specifications, please review Technology and Software Recommendations for Most Classes on Western’s IT Knowledgebase.

Cabinetmaking

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Not Financial Aid Eligible

Get started in cabinetmaking with this introduction to design concepts and construction methods. Courses cover woodworking tools and machinery, safety, cabinetmaking fundamentals, finishing techniques, and construction. Working with the latest technology, you will construct various types of commercial and residential cabinetry in a lab environment.

This certificate provides the foundation for a career and is a pathway to the Building Construction and Cabinetmaking technical diploma, which opens up even more opportunities.

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Cabinet Assembler
Cabinet Builder
Cabinet Installer
Cabinetmaker
Framer
Woodworker

Program Credits: 

10.00

Total Cost: 

$1 641.50

Pathway: 

Cabinetmaking

Application Fee: 

$30 Application Fee

Application: 

Application

Program Code: 

CBMK

First Term: 

Residential Cabinetmaking
Commercial Cabinetry
Applied Math 1 - Wood

Program Number: 

614101

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Western offers most courses in a 7-week format, but course length can vary. There are two 7-week sessions in each term, so courses listed below may not be taken at the same time. See www.westerntc.edu/7-weeks for more information.

This course list gives you an idea of what coursework will be required but is not the official list. Current students should use the MyWestern self-service portal for academic planning.

Typical Start: 

Fall, Spring

Welding & Fabrication

Financial Aid Available: 

Financial Aid Eligible

Skilled welders are in great demand, and the outlook for employment remains good in our region and nationwide as the manufacturing and construction industries continue to grow. If you possess good math skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality work, welding could be the career for you.

In Western's program, you will receive comprehensive training that covers both theory and practical aspects in all types of welding, including shielded metal arc, oxy-fuel, gas metal arc, and gas tungsten arc welding. You'll learn about the proper use of tools and equipment, safety, and blueprint reading as you practice welding joints in different positions and on various types of metals.

Heavy construction and manufacturing sectors depend on skilled welders and offer excellent wages to those who are up for the challenge.

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Welder
Production Welder
Fabrication Welder
Mig/Tig Welder
Metal Fabricator
Pipe Welder
Robotic Welder

Program Credits: 

31.00

Total Cost: 

$5 088.65

Pathway: 

Welding & Fabrication

Application Fee: 

$30 Application Fee

Application: 

Application

Program Code: 

WLDF

First Term: 

Intro to Welding
Welding-SMAW 1
Welding Inspection
Wirefeed Welding 1
Welding-TIG 1
Wirefeed Welding 2
Blueprint Reading for Welding
Fabrication Welding 1
Strengths Seminar (Technical Diploma)

Second Term: 

Robotic Welding Operation
Welding - TIG 3
Welding-SMAW 2
Welding-TIG 2
Wirefeed Welding 3
Basic Study of Metals
Fabrication Welding 2
Fabrication Welding 3
Applied Career Skills

Graduates: 

67

Graduates Responding: 

20

Employed in Related Occupation: 

9

Employed In Non-related Occupations: 

1

Seeking Employment: 

1

Continuing Education: 

5

Not in Labor Market: 

9

Part Time: Responding: 

0

Full Time: Responding: 

7

Full Time: Average Hours Per Week: 

45

Full Time: Median Hourly Wage: 

$21.63

Full Time: Hourly Wage Range: 

$18.00-$27.50

Full Time: Median Annual Salary: 

$67,499

Related Occupations: 

Welder, Fabricator, Mechanic

Program Number: 

314421

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Western offers most courses in a 7-week format, but course length can vary. There are two 7-week sessions in each term, so courses listed below may not be taken at the same time. See www.westerntc.edu/7-weeks for more information.

This course list gives you an idea of what coursework will be required but is not the official list. Current students should use the MyWestern self-service portal for academic planning.

Typical Start: 

Fall

Software and Technology: 

This program requires specific software and technology to complete classwork. Click here to see the list of items you will need for your courses.

If you do not have access to the items listed for your program, or if the items you have do not meet the requirements, resources may be available. Submit a Student Resource Request using our online form.

Internet access is required to access student accounts from off campus. The Learning Commons can provide information on free, off-campus Wi-Fi spots. Contact them at LearningCommons@westerntc.edu or call 608-785-9198.

For additional specifications, please review Technology and Software Recommendations for Most Classes on Western’s IT Knowledgebase.

Digital Marketing Specialist

Financial Aid Available: 

Financial Aid Eligible

Digital marketing is a key strategy for promoting a company's product or service. This technical diploma program provides an introduction to marketing principles and explores methods for developing and maintaining an online presence. As part of your coursework, you will complete the marketing research process for a business. You will explore how to create content for websites and manage digital advertising.

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Digital Marketing Specialist
Marketing Coordinator
Marketing Production Coordinator
Content Marketing Specialist

Program Credits: 

28.00

Total Cost: 

$4 596.20

Pathway: 

Digital Marketing Specialist

Application Fee: 

$30 Application Fee

Application: 

Application

Program Code: 

DIMS

First Term: 

Business Concepts
Computer Apps for Business
Marketing Principles
Digital Design Components
Technical Reporting
Strengths Seminar

Second Term: 

Marketing-Research
Internet Marketing
Digital Advertising
Content Marketing
Math w Business Apps

Program Number: 

311045

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Western offers most courses in a 7-week format, but course length can vary. There are two 7-week sessions in each term, so courses listed below may not be taken at the same time. See www.westerntc.edu/7-weeks for more information.

This course list gives you an idea of what coursework will be required but is not the official list. Current students should use the MyWestern self-service portal for academic planning.

Typical Start: 

Fall

Digital Content Specialist

Financial Aid Available: 

Not Financial Aid Eligible

If you're considering a career in marketing, an understanding of effective digital content is essential. This certificate program will provide an introduction to marketing principles, with an emphasis on developing quality content for various digital formats. You will also explore elements of promotional campaigns, including design basics, media buying, and the use of analytics to measure results.

Courses are offered in several flexible delivery methods, including face-to-face one evening per week, at our La Crosse campus or our regional locations, or completely online.

The Digital Content Specialist certificate is an embedded credential within the Digital Marketing Specialist certificate and the Digital Marketing associate degree. Continue your education for more earning potential.

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Content Specialist
Content Coordinator
Social Media Specialist

Program Credits: 

22.00

Total Cost: 

$3 611.30

Application Fee: 

$30 Application Fee

Application: 

Application

Program Code: 

DGCS

First Term: 

Business Concepts
Computer Apps for Business
Marketing Principles
Digital Design Components
Strengths Seminar

Second Term: 

Internet Marketing
Digital Advertising
Content Marketing
Technical Reporting

Program Number: 

90104B

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Western offers most courses in a 7-week format, but course length can vary. There are two 7-week sessions in each term, so courses listed below may not be taken at the same time. See www.westerntc.edu/7-weeks for more information.

This course list gives you an idea of what coursework will be required but is not the official list. Current students should use the MyWestern self-service portal for academic planning.

Typical Start: 

Fall

Sales Fundamentals

Financial Aid Available: 

Not Financial Aid Eligible

The Sales Fundamentals program is designed to prepare you for a career in sales or customer service. This one-term, four-course certificate program teaches the skills that help you represent a business or service. You'll learn customer service and problem-solving, professionalism, selling principles, and business software in preparation for roles in which first impressions matter including inbound sales representatives and customer service professionals.

Completion of the course puts you on the path to a technical diploma in the Sales Representative program, which can lead to an associate degree in Sales Management if you choose. Either way, you'll be developing the skills that employers value.

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Sales and Related Workers

Program Credits: 

12.00

Total Cost: 

$1 969.80

Pathway: 

Sales Fundamentals

Application Fee: 

$30 Application Fee

Application: 

Application

Program Code: 

SLFN

First Term: 

Business Concepts
Computer Apps for Business
Selling Principles
Quality Customer Service

Program Number: 

611043

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Western offers most courses in a 7-week format, but course length can vary. There are two 7-week sessions in each term, so courses listed below may not be taken at the same time. See www.westerntc.edu/7-weeks for more information.

This course list gives you an idea of what coursework will be required but is not the official list. Current students should use the MyWestern self-service portal for academic planning.

Typical Start: 

Fall

Business Specialist

Financial Aid Available: 

Financial Aid Eligible

Gain a strong foundational understanding of business management as well as enhanced skills in leadership, business communications, critical thinking, and problem solving with Western's Business Specialist technical diploma. This program emphasizes fundamental business knowledge through exposure to broad areas such as human resources, finance, leadership strategies, process control, computer applications, and basic business law.

You'll come away with relevant skills and abilities to achieve your professional and personal goals. This technical diploma program is a pathway to the Business Management associate degree for those who are interested in further advancement. Courses are offered entirely online or in a blended format that combines in-person and online learning to meet your preferred learning needs.

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Administrative Officer/Specialist
Business Manager
Business Administrator

Program Credits: 

30.00

Total Cost: 

$4 924.50

Pathway: 

Business Specialist

Application Fee: 

$30 Application Fee

Application: 

Application

Program Code: 

BSSP

First Term: 

Organizational Behavior
Business Concepts
Computer Apps for Business
Math w Business Apps
Strengths Seminar

Second Term: 

Principles of Management
Managing People
Intro to HR Management
Technical Reporting

Third Term: 

Introduction to Accounting
Business Law

Graduates: 

42

Graduates Responding: 

29

Employed in Related Occupation: 

6

Employed In Non-related Occupations: 

3

Seeking Employment: 

0

Continuing Education: 

20

Not in Labor Market: 

20

Part Time: Responding: 

1

Full Time: Responding: 

5

Part Time: Average Hours Per Week: 

12

Full Time: Average Hours Per Week: 

41

Full Time: Median Hourly Wage: 

$18.68

Full Time: Hourly Wage Range: 

$17.00-$20.00

Part Time: Median Annual Salary: 

$42,000

Full Time: Median Annual Salary: 

$68,500

Related Occupations: 

Consumer Loan Processor ll, Housekeeping , Compensation Specialist, Production Supervisor, Finance Data Analyst, Coach

Program Number: 

311024

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Western offers most courses in a 7-week format, but course length can vary. There are two 7-week sessions in each term, so courses listed below may not be taken at the same time. See www.westerntc.edu/7-weeks for more information.

This course list gives you an idea of what coursework will be required but is not the official list. Current students should use the MyWestern self-service portal for academic planning.

Typical Start: 

Fall, Spring

Landscape Horticulture Technician

Financial Aid Available: 

Financial Aid Eligible

Western's Landscape Horticulture program is designed for people who are passionate about plants, landscaping, and the intricate world of horticulture. Our program blends theoretical knowledge and practical experience, ensuring you not only grasp the essential concepts but also master the hands-on skills crucial in the field. Deep dive into plant identification and taxonomy, explore plant biology and greenhouse operations, and become a landscape transformation and design expert. Our courses cover a variety of topics integral to horticulture. You will engage in interactive workshops, scenario-based learning, and real-world projects, providing a holistic and immersive learning experience.

Your time in our program will challenge and enrich your understanding of plants and their environments. You'll learn to navigate the complexities of plant care, pest management, and sustainable landscaping practices, equipping you to create flourishing landscapes in harmony with nature. We also explore advanced horticulture techniques, landscape site assessments, and the intricacies of retail greenhouse management, preparing you for a successful career in the horticultural industry. Our courses on soil science and sustainable landscape design add depth to your knowledge, ensuring a well-rounded education. By the end of the program, you will have transformed your passion for plants into practical skills and knowledge, ready to make a significant impact in the world of landscape horticulture.

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Plant Health Care Technician
Landscape Installation Technician
Lawn Care Technician
Greenhouse Technician
Irrigation Installation Technician
Tree & Shrub Care Technician
Landscape Maintenance Technician

Program Credits: 

30.00

Total Cost: 

$4 924.50

Pathway: 

Landscape Horticulture Technician

Application Fee: 

$30 Application Fee

Application: 

Application

Program Code: 

LNHT

First Term: 

Fundamentals of Plant Identification
Holistic Plant Health Care
Landscape Installation and Maintenance
Greenhouse Fundamentals
Introduction to Plant Science
Introduction to Soils
Strengths Seminar

Second Term: 

Greenhouse Management & Entrepreneurship
Landscape Design Principles
Advanced Horticulture Practice
Sustainable Landscape Design
Landscape Site Assessment
Horticulture Career Readiness
Greenhouse Crop Production

Graduates: 

19

Graduates Responding: 

7

Employed in Related Occupation: 

3

Employed In Non-related Occupations: 

0

Seeking Employment: 

0

Continuing Education: 

3

Not in Labor Market: 

4

Part Time: Responding: 

0

Full Time: Responding: 

1

Full Time: Average Hours Per Week: 

48

Full Time: Median Hourly Wage: 

$22.00

Full Time: Hourly Wage Range: 

$22.00

Related Occupations: 

Greenhouse Supervisor

Program Number: 

310015

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Western offers most courses in a 7-week format, but course length can vary. There are two 7-week sessions in each term, so courses listed below may not be taken at the same time. See www.westerntc.edu/7-weeks for more information.

This course list gives you an idea of what coursework will be required but is not the official list. Current students should use the MyWestern self-service portal for academic planning.

Typical Start: 

Fall

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