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Graphic Design Project In-take Form

Western's Graphic Design students are excited to work with you to design your next marketing material. Thank you for helping our design students create real-life work that will provide them with a valuable learning experience and quality portfolio pieces.

Please review the following:

  • Western only takes on design work that fits the instructional content of the courses being taught during that term.
  • We reserve the right to refuse work and sometimes it is up to students’ choice.
  • After the form is submitted, you will be added to a work list and contacted within 3-5 business days. No guarantees can be made that your request will be taken.
  • Typically, students will need multiple weeks if not the whole term to complete requests.
  • Students are always happy to work with clients and make changes to improve their work. However, due to time constraints we will try to limit major revisions to three.
  • While students will try to deliver a design product that fits each client's needs, we cannot guarantee your final design will be a "perfect fit.”
  • There is no charge for labor and electronic files.
  • We will not print final materials for you nor can we host digital files for you on our server.
  • Communication is very important. We ask that all clients make themselves available for design reviews and respond promptly (within 3-5 business days) with feedback. We will do our best to follow the same standard for communication.
  • The Graphic Design program and classes are located in the Coleman Building of the La Crosse campus of Western Technical College.
  • Students may only meet with clients in designated Western classrooms during regularly scheduled class times.
  • If you agree to these terms, click the "I Agree" button below to continue to the request form.

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

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.

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

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.

Typical Start: 

Fall

IT-Network Technician

Financial Aid Available: 

Financial Aid Eligible

If you have solid computer skills and a desire to expand your knowledge, Western's Network Technician program will be highly beneficial to your future career. This program offers a blend of classroom instruction and hands-on training, equipping you with the skills needed to offer network support in small- to medium-sized businesses and home offices.

As part of your training, you will explore the fundamentals of Linux and Windows server administration, gaining a well-rounded understanding of network technology. If you decide to pursue Western's IT - Cybersecurity & Network Administration associate degree, all the courses you complete in the Network Technician program will transfer, ensuring a smooth transition and a broader range of opportunities in the field.

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Computer Network Support Specialists
IT Specialist

Program Credits: 

25.00

Total Cost: 

$4 103.75

Pathway: 

IT-Network Technician

Application Fee: 

$30 Application Fee

Application: 

Application

Program Code: 

ITNW

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

Graduates: 

12

Graduates Responding: 

7

Employed in Related Occupation: 

1

Employed In Non-related Occupations: 

0

Seeking Employment: 

0

Continuing Education: 

6

Not in Labor Market: 

6

Part Time: Responding: 

0

Full Time: Responding: 

1

Full Time: Average Hours Per Week: 

45

Full Time: Median Annual Salary: 

$80,000

Related Occupations: 

Network Security Analyst 1

Program Number: 

301504

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.

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

Financial Aid Available: 

Financial Aid Eligible

Western's Digital Marketing program explores marketing, with a focus on effectively managing a range of popular digital tools. Our courses are continuously updated to keep pace with the ever-evolving digital landscape. You'll explore topics such as website content management, marketing analytics, SEO, social media, digital advertising, copywriting, e-commerce, as well as the fundamental principles of marketing and marketing strategies.

This associate degree provides you with the foundational knowledge, concepts, tools, and skill set required to effectively market a business in today's dynamic digital environment.

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Digital/Social Media Specialist
Digital Marketing/Social Media Coordinator
SEO Specialist
Digital Content Specialist
Content Marketing Specialist

Program Credits: 

60.00

Total Cost: 

$9 849.00

Pathway: 

Digital Marketing

Application Fee: 

$30 Application Fee

Application: 

Application

Program Code: 

DGMK

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

Fourth Term: 

E-Commerce
Social Media Strategies
Email Marketing
SEO and Marketing Analytics
Speech

Fifth Term: 

Integrated Marketing Campaign
Inbound Marketing
Personal Brand
Project Management
Economics
Intro to Psychology

Graduates: 

35

Graduates Responding: 

8

Employed in Related Occupation: 

4

Employed In Non-related Occupations: 

2

Seeking Employment: 

0

Continuing Education: 

2

Not in Labor Market: 

2

Part Time: Responding: 

0

Full Time: Responding: 

1

Full Time: Average Hours Per Week: 

40

Full Time: Median Hourly Wage: 

$19.00

Full Time: Hourly Wage Range: 

$19.00

Related Occupations: 

Social Media and Digital Marketing Specialist

Program Number: 

101048

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.

University Transfer Agreement: 

University of Wisconsin-Stout
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University of Wisconsin-Stout
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University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
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Viterbo University
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Typical Start: 

Fall

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