Programs

Become an essential resource in a diverse economy by becoming knowledgeable in financial accounting, managerial accounting, income taxation, auditing, and fund accounting. The best business decisions are made with accurate financial information prepared by an accounting professional.

Designed specifically for students to transfer to designated accounting bachelor degree options at one of the seven Minnesota State universities with junior-year status.

Study human development and behavior, common conditions & disabilities, and learn to advocate for individuals of all ages who are disabled, vulnerable, or underserved.  

Designed specifically for students to transfer to designated biology bachelor degree options at one of the seven Minnesota State universities with junior-year status.

Start or advance a career in business with applied knowledge in marketing, finance, accounting, entrepreneurship, and management.

Designed specifically for students to transfer to designated business bachelor degree options at one of the seven Minnesota State universities with junior-year status.

Gain hands on training in cabinetry, concrete, new homes, light commercial construction, and remodeling. Curriculum covers foundation skills in project planning, drafting, blueprint reading, concrete, estimating, construction management, contractor licensing, CADD, and technical math.

Create pleasing design solutions utilizing an objective understanding of the elements and principles of design. Master industry-standard design software and explore emerging software, sources and techniques while solving problems across industries like advertising, branding, packaging, website design, motion graphics, publishing, and more.

Begin an education in computer science with exposure to hardware, database, and spreadsheet applications with this degree designed for transfer to a bachelor's degree in a computer science field.

Gain skills needed to evaluate, secure, and remediate at-risk computer and networked systems.

Gain the technical and organizational skills essential to design, implement, maintain, and secure data in the progressive field of information technology.

Cover it all with in-service learning on highway, agriculture, and heavy equipment using the latest technology. Industry partnership with Caterpillar through Ziegler, Inc. ensures students are learning the most current technologies.

Interact with children and their families in a variety of settings including center and home-based childcare, preschools, and K-12 system. Early Childhood Education includes experiences with childhood professionals through observations, internships, and practicums.

Gain a practical, hands-on foundation toward a bachelor’s degree in elementary, early childhood, or special education or human, family, or health services in this lab-based transfer degree.

Designed specifically for students to transfer to designated economics bachelor degree options at one of the seven Minnesota State universities with junior-year status.

Designed specifically for students to transfer to designated English bachelor degree options at one of the seven Minnesota State universities with junior-year status.

Apply practices of sciences associated with exercise, human performance, nutrition, and lifestyle coaching in a fulfilling career helping others achieve health and wellness goals.

Explore the business behind the trends of the fashion industry through field trips and practical application in merchandising, marketing, and retail management.

Designed specifically for students to transfer to designated history bachelor degree options at one of the seven Minnesota State universities with junior-year status.

This personalized degree gives students the opportunity to focus on specialized career interests not offered in the college's structured degree programs, to combine a number of subjects into a degree program, or to build on a current area of study or expertise.

Skillfully bring color, texture, and function together to create inspirational and relevant design. Learn the skills to create beautiful and useful spaces that serve distinct purpose.

Gain the knowledge and skills necessary to function as an effective peace officer. Academic instruction is combined with a high degree of hands-on training essential to develop appropriate skills for a career in public service.

Apply an associate or higher degree to a rewarding career in law enforcement. Learn the skills and training required to sit for the Minnesota Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) board license.

Develop tactically safe, realistic hands-on skills prospective police officers need to qualify for licensure in Minnesota. This certificate is designed to be a supplement to a Criminal Justice degree.

Transfer this associate degree to a bachelor's degree in criminal justice at a variety of colleges and universities.

Complete the first two years of a bachelor's degree with general education, wellness, and career exploration in this degree designed exclusively for transfer.

Achieve advanced precision machining skills using computer numerical controlled (CNC) machines and turning centers, wire and sinking EDM's, precision surface grinders, and CAD/CAM software.

Learn in depth, hands on training across a variety of equipment, including lawn, snowmobiles, inboard/outboard, ATV/UTV, compact diesel, and motorcycles.

Develop business plans, create marketing campaigns, and learn to sell across platforms. Every business in every industry relies on the skills of marketing and sales.

Create the technical drawings of machinery, robotics, and other mechanical devices across a wide range of industries. Using applied mathematics, CADD, and principals of engineering, this career combines practical calculation with innovative design.

Solve complex problems in this high tech field that merges electronic, mechanical, and information technology into one. Lab-based courses create the perfect environment for applied learning of mechanical, fluid power, electrical, electronic controls, and automation skills.

Assist patients and healthcare personnel in a variety of diverse and expanding roles in the health information field.

Study the language of medicine and apply it with professional coding standards to create accurate medical documentation.

Discover and offer vital health information for patient diagnosis, condition monitoring, and disease prevention using procedures in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, immunology, immunohematology, and molecular diagnostics.

Provide competent, patient-centered care in hospitals, clinics, homecare, and long term care facilities. This career is one the fastest growing in the nation.

Develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge essential in giving direct and supportive care as a nursing assistant in long-term care, in assisted living, and as a home health aide. After successful completion of the course, students will take the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Test.

Ophthalmic medical technicians assist ophthalmologists by screening patients and assisting with clinical, surgical, and laser procedures.

Ensure the collection of quality samples from patients to produce reliable results in the lab. Phlebotomy is an expanding field in the healthcare industry.

Contribute in the care of the ailing, rehabilitation services, and prevention of illness in this challenging and rewarding field.

Designed specifically for students to transfer to designated social work bachelor degree options at one of the seven Minnesota State universities with junior-year status.

Operate modern equipment, including forklifts, straight trucks, and tractor trailer combinations, and doubles. Most students log approximately 2,000 to 2,500 miles behind the wheel.

Designed specifically for students to transfer to designated psychology bachelor degree options at one of the seven Minnesota State universities with junior-year status.

Cover the most relevant skills and core competencies needed for success in retail fields. This certificate is recognized by leading retailers across the nation.

Designed specifically for students to transfer to designated sociology bachelor degree options at one of the seven Minnesota State universities with junior-year status.

Work under the supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist helping children and adults with communication disorders to improve their language and speech skills.

Keep pace with an evolving industry with this one-year certification testing program. Instructors are Certified Welding Inspectors who can qualify students for the AWS Structural Code in accordance with AWS QC-3 standards.