Legal Studies/Paralegal Post Baccalaureate

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A paralegal or legal assistant is a person qualified by education, training, or work experience who is employed by a lawyer, law office, corporation, governmental agency, or other entity to perform specifically designated substantive legal work for which a lawyer is responsible. Paralegals are not authorized to practice law. The Post-baccalaureate diploma in paralegal is designed for those who already have earned a bachelor's degree. This program is offered in a blended format that combines face-to-face and online instruction.

Career Cluster:

Business & Professional Services

Program Outcomes

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Degree Type:

Technical Diploma

Location:

La Crosse

Page Section:

Programs

Career Opportunities:

Paralegal

Legal Administrative Assistant

Court Clerk

Program Credits:

27.00

Total Cost:

$4 432.05

Pathway:

Legal Studies/Paralegal Post Baccalaureate

Application Fee:

$30 Application Fee

Application:

Application

Program Code:

LPPB

First Term:

Intro to Paralegal & Ethics

Civil Litigation 1

Legal Research

Family Law

Real Estate Law

Second Term:

Civil Litigation 2

Legal Writing

Administration of Estates

Paralegal Internship/Field St

Program Number:

311101

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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.

Intro Program Requirements:

A bachelor's degree in any field is required for admission to this program.

Typical Start:

Fall

Software and Technology:

Most of Western’s classes require the use of a personal computer or laptop, standard software, internet access, and other technology-related items.

If you do not have a personal computer or laptop, or if the one you have does not meet the following criteria, resources may be available. Submit a Student Resource Request using our online form.

Computer/Laptop Hardware

Smartphones are not recommended for completing assignments.
Chromebooks are not recommended due to issues with installing software that is needed for classes, such as Office 365.
Web camera with microphone (usually built into newer laptops or can be purchased separately) is necessary for online participation.

Software Needs

Western uses the Blackboard Learning Management System. Some courses may use Zoom or Microsoft Teams to meet and work virtually. Visit our website for guidance on how to access and use these tools.
Office 365 (available to download for free once you have a student email)
Recommended web browsers: Chrome or Firefox

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

Campus Resources

Western has several computer labs available. Visit our website to find open hours and locations on the La Crosse campus. Or find information on how to access resources on our Regional Locations web page.
The Learning Commons has computers, webcams, and microphones available for in-house use. Our librarians recommend checking your local public library for computer access on the weekends. Staff members can also provide information on free, off-campus Wi-Fi spots. Contact them at LearningCommons@westerntc.edu or call 608-785-9198.

Need Assistance?

Contact the Learning Commons! The staff are happy to answer questions, provide individualized assistance, and direct you to other supports as needed.

Welding Technician

Financial Aid Available:

Not Financial Aid Eligible

Are you ready to spark up a career in welding? In our one-term Welding Technician program, you'll master the core techniques and applications that make welding such an exciting field. Get hands-on experience with SMAW, Wirefeed, Tig, and Oxy-fuel welding. Plus, you'll become a pro at reading blueprints and fabrication-skills that are in high demand in today's industries.

This technical diploma is just the beginning! It's fully embedded within our comprehensive 2-term Welding and Fabrication technical diploma program. So, if you find that you love the heat, sparks, and satisfaction of welding, you can easily take your skills to the next level.

Career Cluster:

Advanced Manufacturing

Program Outcomes

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Degree Type:

Technical Diploma

Location:

La Crosse

Page Section:

Programs

Career Opportunities:

Welder

Production Welder

Fabrication Welder

MIG/TIG Welder

Metal Fabricator

Pipe Welder

Program Credits:

15.00

Total Cost:

$2 462.25

Pathway:

Welding Technician

Application Fee:

$30 Application Fee

Application:

Application

Program Code:

WLDT

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)

Graduates:

21

Graduates Responding:

6

Employed In Non-related Occupations:

0

Seeking Employment:

0

Continuing Education:

6

Not in Labor Market:

6

Part Time: Responding:

0

Program Number:

304571

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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:

Most of Western’s classes require the use of a personal computer or laptop, standard software, internet access, and other technology-related items.

If you do not have a personal computer or laptop, or if the one you have does not meet the following criteria, resources may be available. Submit a Student Resource Request using our online form.

Computer/Laptop Hardware

Smartphones are not recommended for completing assignments.
Chromebooks are not recommended due to issues with installing software that is needed for classes, such as Office 365.
Web camera with microphone (usually built into newer laptops or can be purchased separately) is necessary for online participation.

Software Needs

Western uses the Blackboard Learning Management System. Some courses may use Zoom or Microsoft Teams to meet and work virtually. Visit our website for guidance on how to access and use these tools.
Office 365 (available to download for free once you have a student email)
Recommended web browsers: Chrome or Firefox

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

Campus Resources

Western has several computer labs available. Visit our website to find open hours and locations on the La Crosse campus. Or find information on how to access resources on our Regional Locations web page.
The Learning Commons has computers, webcams, and microphones available for in-house use. Our librarians recommend checking your local public library for computer access on the weekends. Staff members can also provide information on free, off-campus Wi-Fi spots. Contact them at LearningCommons@westerntc.edu or call 608-785-9198.

Need Assistance?

Contact the Learning Commons! The staff are happy to answer questions, provide individualized assistance, and direct you to other supports as needed.

IT-Data & Analytics Specialist

Financial Aid Available:

Financial Aid Eligible

Discover the key to thriving in today's job market - data analytics. Western's IT-Data and Analytics Specialist program equips you to harness the potential of data, regardless of your industry. Learn to unveil data insights, build databases, and craft reports. Gain proficiency in statistical tools and elevate your problem-solving and strategic thinking abilities. Our curriculum places a strong emphasis on cultivating software skills, spanning data-specific programming languages, artificial intelligence, and Big Data. Uncover how data, both internal and external, can revolutionize efficiency and decision-making.

Before graduation, you will be prepared to take the CompTIA Data + certification valued by many employers to give you a leg up on the competition.

Career Cluster:

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)

Program Outcomes

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Degree Type:

Associate Degree

Location:

La Crosse

Page Section:

Programs

Career Opportunities:

Data Analyst

(Associate) Analyst

Reporting and Data Analyst

Data BI Analyst

Data Specialist

Data Analyst Specialist

Informatics Specialist

Technical Business Analyst

Data Reporting

Reporting Specialist

Program Credits:

60.00

Total Cost:

$9 849.00

Application Fee:

$30 Application Fee

Application:

Application

Program Code:

ITDA

First Term:

Computer Apps for Business

IT Exploration

Database Foundations with SQL

Introduction to Data Analytics

Quantitative Reasoning

Strengths Seminar

Second Term:

Business Analysis Fundamentals

Power BI

Data Modeling

Data Visualization & Reporting

Oral/Interpersonal Comm

Technical Reporting

Third Term:

Economics

Intro to Psychology

Fourth Term:

Python Programming

Data Governance & Ethics

Predictive Analytics

Business Applications for AI

Introductory Statistics

Fifth Term:

Decision Optimization & Simulation

CompTIA Data+ Prep

Data Analytics Capstone

Project Management

Big Data

Program Number:

101563

Explore Courses Body:

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.

Secondary Description:

Find out more about careers in Data Analytics in our blog post.

University Transfer Agreement:

University of Wisconsin-Stout

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